Flip-flops for the pool and the beach
The Swim Slippers page brings together the swimmer's slippers and sandals: Arena Marco, Hydrosoft and Urban Active, Speedo for men and women, adidas Adilette Aqua, Adilette Shower, Adilette Comfort and Znsory, bathing slippers H2O, adidas Altaswim sandals for children and babies. Lightweight, non-slip and chlorine-resistant models, for going from the locker room to the poolside.
Feet protected from the pool to the locker room.
Fungal infections, warts, slips: why flip flops at the pool's edge
Pools and changing rooms combine heat, humidity, and bare feet: an ideal setting for fungal infections and plantar warts, which spread through contact with the wet ground. Wearing flip flops from the cabin to the starting block reduces this risk, and their sole helps prevent slipping on wet tiles. Many pool rules recommend them, with some making them mandatory around the pool. This soon becomes a ritual: you take them off at the water's edge, place them near the block or on a bench, and put them back on as soon as you exit the pool, even before heading to the shower.
The rest of the gear
Swimming also includes:
All swimming gear can be found on the swimming page.
Foam, rubber, strap: what makes a pool flip flop
A good pool flip flop is lightweight, dries in minutes, and is resistant to both chlorine and hard water. One-piece molded models, like the adidas Adilette Aqua or Adilette Shower, have no seams where water can collect and can be rinsed off in the shower. They’re a descendant of the Adilette, launched by adidas in 1972 for German footballers walking on wet changing room floors. The Arena Marco Box and Hydrosoft feature a molded strap that hangs on the pool bag to dry outside. The Speedo flip flops, with a textured sole, grip the foot even when wet, and the adidas Znsory, with its textured upper, lightly massages the arch of the foot.
Sandals for kids and toddler swimmers
For children, a closed-back sandal stays on better than an open flip flop: the adidas Altaswim, with its adjustable hook-and-loop strap, stays on the foot when the child runs from the changing room to the splash pool and doesn’t get lost in the shallow end. The baby version is perfect for toddler swim sessions, where you carry the child from the cabin to the pool; it adjusts in width and dries quickly. It’s best to choose the exact size, without room to grow: a flip flop that's too big can trip them up on a wet floor. For adults, the Adilette Comfort, with a thicker, cushioned sole, is great for recovery and waiting between events during competitions.
Good deals
You can also find great deals in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The year's highlights follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back-to-school season.
Frequently asked questions
What shoe size should I get for swimming flip flops?
Choose your usual size, or the next size down if you're unsure, because a flip flop that's too big causes the foot to slide forward on a wet surface. The heel should rest completely on the sole without overhanging.
Adilette Aqua or Adilette Comfort: what's the difference?
The Adilette Aqua, molded from one piece in a fast-drying material, is made for the pool and shower. The Adilette Comfort has a thicker, cushioned sole, making it more comfortable for recovery, but it takes longer to dry at the pool's edge.
How do you clean pool flip flops?
Rinse them in clear water after each session to remove chlorine, and wash them occasionally with mild soap and a brush. Allow them to air dry, away from the closed bag, to avoid odors and mold.
Can you use flip flops in the pool shower?
Yes, it's even recommended: the shower is one of the places where fungal infections spread most easily. A molded flip flop, with no seams or fabric lining, can handle soapy water and rinses off at the same time as you do.
Flip flops or sandals for the pool?
The flip flop, with its wide strap, can be slipped on without using hands and stays on better on a wet floor. The sandal, held between the toes, slips more easily on tiles and can get lost faster: it is less suited for trips back and forth between the changing room and pool.
