Balboa is an 8 count dance developed in the 1920's which got its name from the Balboa Peninsula. Today, "pure Balboa" is characterized by closed position (chest to chest), whereas "Bal-Swing" allows all kinds of open position variations. Learn more...

The Balboa peninsula at Newport Beach is situated on the coast about 40 miles south of Los Angeles in California. The Balboa peninsula was a popular destination for dancers during the early 30's. Learn more...

The Balboa pavilion was built on the bay side of the sandy Balboa peninsula as a Victorian bath house in 1905. In 1923, the pavilion underwent remodeling making it more suitable for dancing. Learn more...