NYC Balboa

New to Balboa? Check out the Begin page for everything you need to get started. No partner or experience necessary.

Whether you’re looking to take your very first Balboa class, visiting New York for the weekend, or you’re a local dancer looking for your next Bal-fix, you’ve come to the right place.

NYC Balboa is your one-stop resource for all things Balboa in New York City. Find where to dance, where to learn, who’s teaching, and what’s happening in the community. Browse the Calendar for upcoming events, explore Learn for classes and practice sessions, and visit Resources to dive deeper into the history and music that makes Balboa so special.

Balboa is a close-embrace swing dance that originated in Southern California during the 1930s and 40s. Today, NYC is home to a welcoming community of dancers who love sharing it.

We think it’s a pretty great scene. Come dance with us.