When we teach classes, we are often asked to suggest good music for practising Balboa, so we decided to put together a playlist of some of our favourites. We have chosen these specifically for people starting out with Balboa, and so the tunes gradually increase in tempo as you go down the list. 

As it is difficult to perform an unfamiliar task at high speed, it is a good idea when practising new movements to do so at a tempo at which you feel comfortable. Otherwise, you will be practising imperfect movements, which will only serve to reinforce those imperfections. It is better to improve your skills slowly until you are familiar with the movement.

Practice doesn't make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.

However, it is also important to challenge yourself to dance a little faster than you feel comfortable at times because ...

All progress takes place outside the comfort zone!

So, your practice sessions should be a mix of practising new movements slowly and also trying movements you are familiar with at a *slightly* faster tempo than you are used to.

When you feel ready for the challenge of quicker tempos, check out our Music for Balboa to hear some of our all-time favourite tunes.

[Edited 02 February 2015]