Balboa Evening with Shani and Jacob
Event Information
Balboa Evening with Shani and Jacob
Ticket sales for this event have closed.
Schedule
Venues
- St Michaels Church Hall
- Summertown Church Hall, Portland Rd, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7EZ, UK
Share
- Share on WhatsApp
-
https://oxfordbalboa.dancecloud.com/dance/events/019d3aaf-d0b0-70dc-9ff0-53864fb1f04b
Description
Another world-famous balboa duo coming to Oxford! An amazing opportunity to learn from Shani Brown and Jacob Wigger from sunny California.
Multi-level balboa class but not for beginners.
Schedule
Monday 11th May 2026
19.15: Doors open
19.30-20.30: Class
20.30-21: Practice and Tea Break
21-22: Class
22-22.30: Social dancing
Venue
St Michaels Church Hall, Portland Road, Oxford OX2 7EZ
Teachers
Shani has dedicated herself, for over 20 years, to learning, preserving and sharing her love for Balboa. She is honoured to have honed her social dance skills and footwork under the guidance of legendary old-time dancers Willie Desatoff, Hal and Marge Takier, Bart Bartolo and Jack Carey. As an instructor, Shani strives to make dancing simple and effortless with a strong emphasis on combining foundational basics with the soft skills of connection and personal body awareness to develop one’s own smooth flow and style.
Jacob has won numerous awards at balboa competitions but his first passion is social dancing. He is known for his intricate Pure Balboa footwork, unique shapes in Bal Swing and his effortless, rhythmic flow on the dance floor. Jacob’s teaching focuses on connection and partnership, helping dancers create a shared, dynamic dance experience. Combining humour with clear, detailed instruction to create an engaging learning environment, he excels at breaking down complex movements into smooth, accessible techniques.
Schedule
- – First Class
-
One class + social dance
St Michaels Church Hall, Summertown Church Hall, Portland Rd, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7EZ, UKBalboa - – Whole Evening
-
Whole evening (two classes + social dance)
St Michaels Church Hall, Summertown Church Hall, Portland Rd, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7EZ, UKBalboa - – Second Class
-
One class + social dance
St Michaels Church Hall, Summertown Church Hall, Portland Rd, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7EZ, UKBalboa
You may also like
Classes in balboa, with the first class focussing on fundamentals followed by a class for developing your dancing, plus a chance to practice . No partner needed.
Classes in balboa, with the first class focussing on fundamentals followed by a class for developing your dancing, plus a chance to practice . No partner needed.
Balboa workshop with the fabulous Janet Davis and Chris Riddick followed by Balboa Beckons with live music from the Easy Rollers.
Classes in balboa, with the first class focussing on fundamentals followed by a class for developing your dancing, plus a chance to practice . No partner needed.