Oxford Balboa is delighted to announce a SlowBal workshop taught by Yulia and Iacopo, followed by our monthly afternoon of social dancing, Balboa Beckons.
Book at Monday classes or on DanceCloud.
When
Sunday 25th October 2026
11.45: Doors open
12-14.15: SlowBal refresher workshop (with short water break in the middle): suitable for fast beginners as well as those who already know and love SlowBal
14.15-18.00: Balboa Beckons: an afternoon of social dancing: all levels welcome!
SlowBal as its name implies is danced to slower music,and is a wonderful flowy, sinuous dance: if you don’t know it already we think you will love it.
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
Teachers
Yulia Dakina discovered Balboa in 2010 and has been fascinated by the dance ever since. A six-time Pure Balboa Classic champion and two-time California Balboa Classic winner, she has spent years studying, competing and teaching internationally. Her approach combines respect for Balboa’s history and legacy with a belief that understanding the tradition gives us the freedom to make the dance our own. She is particularly drawn to rhythmic precision, musicality, and the subtle dynamics of lead and follow - how partners communicate, respond and create together.
Iacopo Longo started his swing dance journey in 2017, quickly channeling his passion into Balboa and Slow Balboa. Iacopo excels at breaking down rhythms and mechanics into intuitive, bite-sized concepts. Known for his keen eye for detail and passionate teaching style, he brings warmth, precision, and unmistakable Italian enthusiasm to every workshop.