Balboa is a dance that originated in Southern California during the 1920s and 1930s. It is a swing dance that is danced in close embrace. So in some ways it has as many similarities with Tango argentino as it has with other swing dances. The art of Balboa is in the subtle communication within the couple, including weight shifts, which most viewers cannot see. As a result, Balboa is considered more of a "dancer's dance" than a "spectator's dance".
Designed to take up only a small space, the dance was originally a response to overcrowded ballrooms. Balboa is often perceived as a restrained or introverted dance, with most movements occurring below the knees; however, part of its appeal is its variations on turns and twirls. Almost completely forgotten for many decades, nowadays the dance has seen a resurrection and is widely growing in popularity in Europe and across the world, with small but active dance scenes in cities as Los Angeles, Cleveland, Stockholm, Zurich, London or Paris to name but a few...
About the teachers
Kerstin and Jo are experienced tango dancers and have explored their enchantment with Balboa on numerous international events and workshops. They are currently building a Balboa scene in their hometown Cologne in Germany and we are very glad to have them coming to Luxembourg to give us a taste of the dance! www.swingsoiree.de
When? Saturday 28 of May 2011 from 13.00 to 17.00 (including breaks)
Where? THEATRE LE 10
Rue des Gaulois, 10
L-1618 Luxembourg-Bonnevoie
To register please send an email to swinglux@gmail.com
Party: In the evening we will have a Swing dance party at Brasserie de l'Arrêt (Cubana Café). 365 Route de Longwy L-1941 Luxembourg
as an example for the dance you can watch following video clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZvunWjOCk0
Cost: 40 Euros
Early Bird special: 30 Euro only if registered and paid before 12th of May (payment details will be given once you have registered by email)
The entrance to the evening Swing dance party is included in the workshop fee (5 Euros for the others)
Bringing a dance partner is advised but not obligatory as we will rotate partners frequently during the workshop. No previous dancing experience is needed. It is advised to put on comfortable clothing and shoes. Flat shoes or high heels are fine (but broad ones, no stilettos), leather soles can be helpful.
