A nonprofit entirely dedicated to fostering balboa growth and excellence in and around Montreal.

A slow balboa weekend with Jacob in Montréal/Tiohtià:ke on April 24-25-26, 2026th
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A day of workshops with Annabel and Dan followed by a launch party with DJ Michael & Dan in Montréal/Tiohtià:ke on August 17th.
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A workshop weekend with Olga in Montréal/Tiohtià:ke on April 26-27-28, 2024.
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To be an independent entity aimed at the development and sustainability of the Balboa community in Montreal and its surrounding areas.
Encourage the practice of Balboa dance in Montreal and its surrounding areas
Foster and promote the quality and excellence of activities related to Balboa in Montreal and its surroundings
Bring together balboa dancers in Montreal and its surrounding areas with a common goal of sharing knowledge
Support and promote initiatives and activities related to Balboa in Montreal and its surrounding areas
Organize and support of Balboa-related activities aimed at visibility and increase of the Balboa scene in Montreal and its surroundings
Link to MTL BAL JAM's website
MTL BAL JAM is a Montréal / Tiohtià:ke based balboa event which will happen for the first time in June of 2024. It is organized by a local team of balboa dancers under the banner of Campus Balboa, a nonprofit founded in 2023.
Apéros Balboa Montreal Facebook page
The Apéros Balboa Montréal invite you to eat, drink and dance balboa every last Saturday of the month.
Balboa Tea Party Facebook page

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Félix has been an avid balboa dancer since 2014 and has taught at Cat's Corner since 2016. The Montreal balboa scene is close to his heart, and he is behind several initiatives and events. A swing music lover, he can often be found behind the DJ booth at local dances.

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Tania has been a fan of balboa since 2013 and has taught at Studio 88 Swing since 2016. Scientific in nature, she stands out for her analytical and technical approach. Despite these more discreet attributes, it remains very easy to find Tania on the dance floor by following the echo of her bursts of laughter.

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Sihem has been dancing balboa since 2015 and can be found on every dance floor in the city. She particularly appreciates balboa for its elegance and for the complexity of its connection. Her playful and unifying sides make her a strong steal jams participant.
Come dance the balboa, eat and drink with friends on the 2nd Sunday of the month.

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Cara, a balboa dancer since 2014, is active and engaged in the Montreal scene. She teaches at Cat's Corner and is one of the organizers of Apéros Balboa Montréal. Her gentle and warm approach makes her an excellent dancer in closed position and is passionate about slow balboa and pure balboa. She also holds the prestigious title of "the last person to leave the dance floor" (undefeated).

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Guillaume has been dancing balboa and lindy hop since 2022 and has been teaching at Cat's Corner since 2024. On a mission to spread the message of Swing, he volunteers at and helps organize events throughout the year. Musicality and playfulness are at the heart of his dancing style.