Learn the exciting rhythms and footwork of flamenco, the dance that originates with the gypsies of southern Spain. The Spanish Dance Society, an international organization dedicated to excellence in Spanish dance, teaches flamenco through a structured syllabus and certificate program. Maria Gitana, a Maestra de Baile with S.D.S, offers technique for castanets, arms, turns and footwork and a complete choreography each 8 week session. Women need a long full skirt and all students need to wear sturdy heeled shoes. Castanets are available for purchase at class for $30-$40, or bring your own.

Beginning Level/Ingreso (Rumba Gitana and Sevillanas)

Experimental College course 1517, Section 1.
Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm. July 7 – August 25.
$120 for general public, $100 for UW students.
Register online or call (206) 68-LEARN.

Drop-In Class
Wednesdays 6 – 7 pm. July 2 – August 20.
Prerequisite: Beginning Level Monday class or equivalent.
Contact Maestra Gitana For more information.

Intermediate Level/Segundo Año (Fandangos de Huelva)

Experimental College course 1517, Section 2.
Wednesdays 7 – 8:30 pm. July 9 – August 27.
$120 for general public, $100 for UW students.
Register online or call (206) 68-LEARN.

All the classes listed above are held at the Flamenco Gitana Studio, Room 7, located in the old Crown Hill School building, 9250 14th Ave NW, Seattle, where Holman Rd meets 15th Ave NW.

Bellevue/East Side Classes

Beginning level adult classes at the Dance Academy of Bellevue, 626 120th Ave NE, Suite B-102, Bellevue, (425) 454-6008.
Fridays 6:30 – 8 pm. July 18 – August 29.
$105 for 7 weeks or $16 per class.

Master Classes

Summer workshop at the Emerald Ballet Theater, July 24. Call (425) 883-3405 or email info@emeraldballet.org for more information. Look for regular classes at the EBT starting this fall.

Summer workshop at Maple Valley's Ensamble Ballet Theater, August 23, 1 – 3pm. Call (253) 906-5181 for more information.

Children and intermediate classed forming, please contact Maestra Gitana for particulars.