Balboa and Bal-Swing
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Balboa (Pure-Bal)
Ballrooms in California and the west were generally smaller and more crowded than those on the East Coast, leaving very little room for big dancing. The dance was done exclusively in close-embrace position, avoiding big movements and often featuring intricate footwork. Sometimes called "Pure Balboa", it's a rewarding and challenging dance to master. Bal-Swing At some point during the evolution of Balboa, younger dancers decided to break out of close-embrace and Bal-Swing was born. While it retains the same basic footwork, it's a more extroverted dance that includes turns and flashy styling. |
Vintage Balboa Styling |
Balboa Competition - 2011 |