Mustang Free Academy - Kids

Kids’ barefoot school shoes with double hook-and-loop fastening

The Mustang Free Academy are kids’ barefoot school shoes with a wide toe box, a flat 5 mm sole and double hook-and-loop fastening, designed for lessons, break times and everyday activity without trapping growing feet inside rigid, narrow footwear.

They have the classic appearance usually required with school uniforms.

Discreet.

Easy to combine.

And durable enough for a school day in which children do almost everything except stay still.

But beneath that traditional school look is a barefoot construction that better respects the natural shape of the foot.

Because choosing school shoes should not be limited to checking whether they meet the required colour.

What happens inside them during the many hours they remain on matters too.

The Mustang Free Academy provide room for the toes, a base without heel elevation and the flexibility needed for the footwear to follow movement instead of restricting it.

A wide toe box so their toes do not spend the day squeezed

Children’s feet are not shaped like the narrow, pointed front of many conventional shoes.

The toes need room to sit naturally, move and spread when a child walks, runs or changes direction.

The Mustang Free Academy feature a barefoot shape with a wide toe box, preventing the front from narrowing precisely where the foot needs more width.

This allows the toes to maintain a more natural position inside the footwear.

Without overlapping.

Without remaining compressed throughout the morning.

And without having to search for space inside footwear designed more around appearance than the real shape of the foot.

Room at the front is particularly important in school footwear.

These are not shoes worn for only a short while.

Children put them on before entering the classroom.

They run in them during break time.

They climb stairs.

They play.

And they often continue wearing them throughout the afternoon.

The longer they remain on their feet, the more sense it makes to give their toes the space they need.

A flat 5 mm sole for walking on a natural base

The Mustang Free Academy have a flat 5 mm sole and zero drop.

This means that the heel and forefoot remain at the same height.

They do not include a raised heel that tilts the body forwards or artificially changes the position of the foot.

Their reduced thickness keeps the child closer to the ground without leaving the foot unprotected from normal school and urban surfaces.

The sole is made from TPR, a material used to create a base suitable for everyday wear.

But reduced thickness means little if the footwear behaves like a plank.

That is why flexibility also matters.

The Mustang Free Academy are designed to follow the movement of the foot while walking, crouching, running or standing on tiptoe.

The shoe moves with the child.

It does not force the child to fight against the shoe.

Double hook-and-loop fastening so they can put them on without help

The Mustang Free Academy feature a fastening system with two hook-and-loop straps.

A simple system that allows the shoe to open widely, making it easier to insert the foot and adjust the fit over the instep.

No untied laces.

No impossible knots.

And no need to call an adult every time they want to put their shoes on or take them off.

This supports their independence at very specific moments of the day.

When getting dressed in the morning.

When changing footwear for an activity.

Or when taking their shoes off because a tiny stone has found its way inside and, according to them, is the size of a mountain.

The double fastening also distributes the adjustment across two separate points.

This allows the fit over the instep to be adapted more precisely without unnecessarily squeezing the toe area.

Front reinforcement for the demands of school and playtime

In a school environment, the toe area is often one of the parts exposed to the most wear.

Children stop suddenly.

They drag their feet.

They kneel down to play.

And they accidentally knock steps, kerbs and almost any object that seems determined to meet their shoes.

The Mustang Free Academy include an external reinforcement around the front to protect an area particularly exposed to everyday rubbing.

This detail fits the purpose for which they were designed.

These are not shoes made to remain immaculate inside a box.

They are school shoes.

For going into class, running out at break time and coming home with another new story to tell.

Vegan materials and a school-friendly design that is easy to combine

The upper, lining and insole of the Mustang Free Academy are made from PU.

The sole is made from TPR.

All their materials, adhesives and finishes use a vegan formulation.

The model is also certified PETA-Approved Vegan.

Its design retains the classic appearance of a low-profile school trainer with double hook-and-loop fastening.

This makes it easy to combine with a school uniform, school trousers or casual clothing.

It does not have an overly sporty appearance.

Nor does it look like technical footwear that is difficult to wear outside school.

It can accompany children throughout their lessons and still work for going out, walking or taking part in normal afternoon activities.

A removable insole for checking, cleaning and airing the interior

The Mustang Free Academy include one removable PU insole.

Being able to remove it makes it easier to air the inside after a long day.

It can also be cleaned separately and makes it easier to check how the foot sits on top of it.

This can be useful for checking the available space in front of the toes and monitoring the fit as the foot grows.

The insole is flat.

It does not include any elevation that changes the zero-drop construction of the footwear.

This allows the Mustang Free Academy to maintain an even base from the heel to the front.

Who are the Mustang Free Academy for?

The Mustang Free Academy are designed for children who need barefoot school shoes with double hook-and-loop fastening for everyday use.

They are particularly suitable for families looking for an alternative to rigid, heavy or narrow school shoes while still needing a discreet appearance that is easy to combine.

They can also be a good choice for children who have not yet mastered laces and need a fastening system they can manage independently.

The wide toe box, flat 5 mm sole and high flexibility make them suitable for school, walking and everyday urban wear.

They are not shoes specifically designed for football, mountain use or technical terrain.

They also do not replace waterproof boots during heavy rain.

Their purpose is different.

To accompany the many hours of lessons, playtime and everyday movement with a shape that is more respectful of growing feet.

What makes the Mustang Free Academy different from the Mustang Free Enzo

The Mustang Free Academy and Mustang Free Enzo share a clearly school-focused purpose and the main features of the Mustang Free barefoot range.

Both provide a wide toe box, a flat base and double hook-and-loop fastening.

The main difference lies in their design.

The Academy have a more classic and structured appearance, with defined panels and a visible front reinforcement reminiscent of traditional school trainers.

This makes them a particularly interesting alternative for families looking for a sober, familiar-looking model to wear with school uniforms or school clothing.

They are not intended to replace the Enzo.

They expand the options available within the school range.

Because two models can share a barefoot construction while appealing to different preferences.

School already has enough rules. At least their toes can have freedom inside their shoes.

Technical features of Mustang Free Academy

• Shape: wide in the toe area.
• Drop: zero.
• Sole thickness: 5 mm.
• Upper: 100% PU.
• Lining: 100% PU.
• Insole: 100% PU.
• Removable insole: yes.
• Number of insoles: one.
• Sole: 100% TPR.
• Fastening: double hook-and-loop straps.
• Toe area: external reinforcement.
• Flexibility: high.
• Certification: PETA-Approved Vegan.
• Recommended use: school, walking and everyday urban wear.
• Model code: 49038.

My size in Mustang Free Academy

To find the right size, measure the child’s foot and click the ‘Check your size here’ link below the size selector.

If you are between two sizes, we recommend choosing the larger one for a more relaxed and natural fit. Their toes should have enough room to move and spread freely.

And if the size is not right the first time, there is no problem: you can exchange it easily. The process is quick and free if you activate the €1.99 exchange insurance (valid for mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands).

For more information about fit and barefoot sizing, you can read this link.

Care and maintenance of Mustang Free Academy

Materials: clean the PU surface with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Remove dust, mud and dirt after each use to prevent build-up.

Remove the insole and allow both the footwear and insole to air separately before storing them.

Care products: use products specifically designed for synthetic materials and test them first on an inconspicuous area.

Do not use bleach, solvents, abrasive products or hard brushes. Avoid washing the Mustang Free Academy in a washing machine, as the water, movement and detergent could affect the materials and adhesives.

Allow them to air dry in the shade. Do not place them next to radiators, heaters or other direct sources of heat.