10 Year Anniversary

January 12-14, 2024

Jan. 11: Live music, pre-party at the HOTEL!
Jan. 12-14: Main Events- Classes, Competitions & Dancing
Jan. 15: Beach dance at the Venice Beach, weather permitting

Location: Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel

Welcome to the 10th anniversary of the California Balboa Classic! Here are some the great features of our 10 year anniversary event: 

• New hotel with more dance floor space than we’ve had to date!
• Large classrooms
• Free airport shuttle
• Affordable and walkable food options
• Easy access to food and dining in Pasadena
• 6 tracks of classes for experienced Balboa dancers, including an expert track
• Beginner Crash Course
• Special 10 year anniversary show
• 3 nights of live music with big bands and swing orchestras

Instructor Line-up:

• Sylvia Sykes & Nick Williams
• Kelly Arsenault & Mickey Fortanasce
• Heather Ballew & Javier Johnson
• Matt Mitchell & Jenn Lee
• Mia Halloran-Goldsmith & Jeremy Otth 
• Shani Brown & Bobby White
• Olga Marina & Andreas Olsson

Music:

• Thursday: Keenan McKenzie and The Riffers
• Friday: Jonathan Stout and His Orchestra featuring Hilary Alexander
  
• Saturday: The Extended Jonathan Stout and His Orchestra featuring Hilary Alexander
• Sunday: Michael Gamble and His Rhythm Serenaders
• Special guest musicians including: Gordon Au, Laura Windley, Lucian Cobb, Charlie Halloran