INTERMEDIATE ~ SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNING
This level indicates that you understand the fundamentals and are able to execute them. You are familiar with the foundations: toss-outs, lollies, out & ins, up-hold and down-hold patterns. You are working on becoming more comfortable stringing those moves together on the dance floor. You feel comfortable dancing at tempos ~160-190 bpm. (here is a sample song) Higher tempos are a bit challenging still since you are still trying to think of the move that comes next (leaders) or recognize moves and direction changes while maintaining your frame (follows).
ADVANCED/ADVANCED+ ~ SATURDAY & SUNDAY AFTERNOON
This level is for experienced dancers. Your basics are solid. You have comprehensive knowledge of classic balboa moves and the connections they require. You may be competing at regional events or teaching in your scene. You feel comfortable dancing at tempos ~200 bpm. (here is a sample song) You are ready to learn new rhythms and variations. The material in this level will be challenging and move at a fast pace.
INSTRUCTOR ELECTIVE CLASS (INVITATIONAL) ~ FRIDAY EVENING
This elective class is designed for advanced dancers who are teaching balboa in their local/regional scenes or are balboa event organizers.
We are excited to offer a little something extra to our fellow teachers and event organizers!
*Please Note: we will not be doing level tests. We strongly encourage dancers to register for the class track that best suits your current dance abilities. Doing so will provide the best experience for both you and your fellow dancers. Organizers reserve the right to ask dancers to step out of rotation/class if their skill level does not meet the track description.