We are a group of Balboa enthusiasts, passionate about sharing our love of this addictive Swing dance.
Balboa is a partnered dance which developed in the 1920s and 1930s on the West Coast of America, danced to fast Swing music. Balboa developed as the dance floors got more crowded and the music got faster. There were a range of different styles as it evolved. Balboa as it is danced today is danced both in close hold (which we call “pure bal”) and a more open-hold (which we call “bal-swing”). It gives room for musicality and improvisation. It puts a huge smile on your face and feels amazing.
Oxford Balboa was established by a group of local Balboa dancers in 2022. We hold weekly dances and a monthly social dance.
We are a welcoming and friendly group - we hope you will want to come and join us!