Balboa - Swing Series

We're mixing things up for the summer - usually we focus on swing dancing that evolved in Harlem but this month we're focusing on the dance that came from the crowded dance floors of Southern California.
First we’ll look at closed position Balboa, or pure-Bal, and focus on keeping close connection with your partner while incorporating interesting and clear rhythms and direction changes. Next, we’ll open up into Bal-Swing and explore more open movements, turns, and rotational momentum.
For this series you'll want to be comfortable dancing in close embrace (chest to chest looking over each other's shoulders) and we recommend you wear shoes with slick bottoms and a short heel.
Level 1 classes meet every Wednesday downstairs at the Laurel Theater from 7 - 8:15 pm. Classes are $8 a night ($2 discount for cardholders) and include admission to the dance. Purchase the month of lessons to receive one week free. Local students can request a free benefit card.