How do you build a balboa scene as a follower without a leader?

Followers can absolutely build a balboa scene without a leader. First, I recommend building up a single leader who is able to teach beginner classes with you. Find anyone who is interested. Remember that leaders can be any gender! Purchase the Mickey and Kelly video series and go through these with your partner. Then, teach your first beginner class. Practice groups are also a great idea when your scene is small and if you don’t feel comfortable formally teaching yet. Find someone with wood floors and get together with a group to build your skills. Go through the Mickey and Kelly videos together. Travel to events to get practice social dancing with advanced leaders and building your own skills. You can also consider learning to lead yourself. This will allow you to teach both roles.