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

Experimental College course 1517, Section 1.
Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm. April 14 – June 9.
$120 for general public, $100 for UW students.
Register online or call (206) 68-LEARN.

Beginning Level/Primer Año

Seattle Central Community College Continuing Education course 6519.
Wednesdays 6 – 7 pm. April 2 – May 21.
Prerequisite: Beginning Level Monday class or equivalent.
$90 for 8 classes.
Register online or call (206) 587-5448.

Intermediate Level/Segundo Año

Experimental College course 1517, Section 2.
Wednesdays 7 – 8:30 pm. April 16 – June 4.
$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. April 11 – June 6.
$125 for 9 weeks or $16 per class.

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