balboa

What is Balboa?

Balboa is a classic swing dance that originated around the same time as Lindy Hop; it emphasizes partnership, a close embrace, and quick tempos.

Listed below are the Balboa classes we offer. We don’t always offer every class, so make sure to check the Class Schedule to see what is offered each session

Class Instructors: 
 

Classes we offer

None

Learn the basic rhythms and movements of Balboa including come arounds, adlibs/rhythm-stutters, and the history of this great swing dance! No dance experience required.

 
Balboa 1 or equivalent experience

Explore more Balboa movements in Bal-Swing, including lollies, toss outs, and out-and-ins!
(Prerequisites: Completion of Balboa 1/Comfortable with uphold and downhold basics, come arounds, and rhythm-stutters/adlibs on the social floor and a at variety of tempos.)
(Balboa 2a, 2b, 2c and 2d can be taken in either order or concurrently.)