Balboa
Balboa is the elegant, close-embrace swing dance that emerged in 1930s Southern California. Born from crowded dance floors, Balboa emphasizes intricate footwork, subtle leads, and smooth connection between partners. This sophisticated dance perfectly captures the refined side of swing culture.
At SwingShoes, we teach Balboa across three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Our passionate local instructors guide you through the precise technique and musicality that make Balboa a uniquely intimate and graceful expression of swing dancing in Copenhagen.
Upcoming Balboa Courses and Workshops
Balboa teachers
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Birk
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Ariane
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Kira
Kira fell in love with swing at a SwingShoes beginners workshop and never looked back. Balboa is now her number one passion. She treasures those eureka moments with her students. A Billie Holiday fan, she finds joy, belonging, and creativity in every dance.
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Allan
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Kasia
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Jan
Jan learned the Jitterbug from Per Rock and never looked back. For him, swing dance means physical and creative expression with his partner. He loves helping brave students succeed and is always thinking about the next Balboa dance opportunity!







