Balboa workshop with Mel and Jo Calanglang + Balboa Beckons
Event Information
Balboa workshop with Mel and Jo Calanglang followed by Balboa Beckons
Schedule
Venues
- Old Headington Village Hall
- Dunstan Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 9BY, UK
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Description
Oxford Balboa is delighted to welcome back Mel and Jo to teach a balboa workshop for improvers upwards, followed by our monthly afternoon of social dancing, Balboa Beckons. The music at the social will suit balboa but all dance styles are very welcome.
When?
Sunday 29th November 2026
11.45: Doors open
12.00-14.15 : Balboa workshop for improvers upwards (with short water break in the middle)
14:15-18:00: Balboa Beckons: an afternoon of social dancing: all levels welcome!
Where?
Old Headington Village Hall, Dunstan Road, Oxford OX3 9BY
How much?
Workshop + Balboa Beckons: £35 pay at classes or on DanceCloud
Workshop only: £30 pay at classes or on DanceCloud
Balboa Beckons only: £10 pay at classes or on DanceCloud or on the door
Teachers
Mel and Jo hardly need introduction: we are thrilled to have them teaching for us again. They are much in demand at balboa events internationally as well as being delightful teachers. They have superb technique and use their deep knowledge of dance and physical motion to understand and explain the nature of dance movement. Their engaging and positive attitude makes their classes not only informative but also hugely enjoyable. Their passion for balboa is simply infectious.
Schedule
- – Balboa workshop with Mel and Jo Calanglang
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Balboa workshop with Mel and Jo Calanglang before Balboa Beckons.
Old Headington Village Hall, Dunstan Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 9BY, UKBalboa - – Balboa Beckons
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Balboa Beckons social dance with music from our lovely DJs. All levels welcome!
Old Headington Village Hall, Dunstan Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 9BY, UKBalboa
Frequently Asked Questions
- What to wear?
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You need to wear something comfortable which allows you to move freely and won’t hurt or hinder anyone else. Bear in mind that the dance is close-partnered so please don’t wear e.g. bracelets or watches that might snag on clothes. Shoes need to be slippy-soled (slick leather is good, trainers are not) and must be able to stay on your feet! Follows often dance in heels but it is fine to dance in flat shoes.
- What should I bring?
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A bottle of water. We provide mugs if you want tea or coffee but you are welcome to bring your own.
- Do I need to bring a partner?
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No partner is needed. In classes we rotate partners, but you are free to keep in a fixed pair if you prefer.
- Do I need any dance experience?
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No dance experience is needed for our beginners' classes. Classes are run in 6-week modules. We suggest that complete beginners start no later than week 2 of any block. For workshops the dance level is specified in the workshop description. For our social events all levels are welcome !
- What is the difference between lead and follow?
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Balboa is a partnered dance. The lead role generally sets the direction, speed and initiates moves, and the follow responds and has plenty of opportunity for musicality and improvisation.
- Can I both lead and follow?
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You can learn either role and many people can dance both. It is easier to stick to the same role until you have mastered at least the basics.
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