FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions 2011
What is Balboa?
Balboa is a form of swing dancing considered to be more of a "dancer's dance" than a "spectator's dance". It originated in Southern California during the 1920s and 1930s and is danced to a wide variety of tempos.
Modern Balboa dancers sometimes distinguish between two types of Balboa, "Pure Balboa" and "Bal-Swing." In Pure Balboa, dancers stay in close embrace for almost the entire time, their torsos touching, doing variations based on footwork, turning as a couple and moving as a couple. Bal-Swing, in contrast, incorporates movements in which there is more space between the partners and thus more latitude for dynamic movements, including turns for one partner, and so forth.
Cancellation Policy
There are no refunds given, however, if you are unable to attend, we will offer you a full credit on the amount paid. This credit is good for next year's Camp Balboa Seattle event. Please email us, in advance, at info@campbalboaseattle.com, so we can adjust your registration. Thank you!