Gypsy Circle Performing Arts Studio creates a fun, comfortable environment to learn the exciting and self-fulfilling arts of Belly Dance, Drumming and Theatre/Acting, in a relaxed atmosphere. Our goal is that each student finds enrichment through these beautiful and exciting arts.
Adult and teen classes are for women and men ages 13 and up and children's classes are for girls and boys up to 12 years of age.

Level One Belly Dance:
Adults and Teens
Mondays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Next session begins Monday, December 5, 2011
$30 per 4-week session

Beginning belly dance students will learn exciting moves of American Folk Gypsy Belly Dance including veil dancing (veils are supplied for use during class) and a fun, choreographed routine.
Instructor: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong

Level Two Belly Dance:
Adults and Teens
Mondays 7:45 pm to 8:45 pm
Next session begins Monday, December 5, 2011
$30 per 4-week session

Students will build on moves of American Folk Gypsy Belly Dance learned in Level One, expand on veil technique as well as add basket dancing (baskets are supplied for use during class) to their belly dance abilities.
Instructor: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong

Intermediate Belly Dance:
Adults and Teens
Tuesdays 7:45 pm to 8:45 pm
Next session begins Tuesday, December 6, 2011
$30 per 4-week session

This class expands and strengthens each dancer's ability and knowledge while preparing the individual for performance. Choreographed dances will be taught. Students should have a veil, as well as a basket for balancing, but these can be supplied for use during class.
Instructor: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong

Advanced Belly Dance and Gypsy Circle Performance Troupe:
Adults and Teens
Wednesdays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
$30 per month combined ~ continual

Students will learn to perfect the moves they already perform while learning new, advanced moves, how to interact with an audience, dancing to live music, stage presence and much more. Troupe members must have a complete, Gypsy style costume and will also need a veil for dancing and a basket for balancing for this class. Students may also have a sword or any other props they would like to work with. The Gypsy Circle Troupe performs to their own live music at many events both public and private. Enrollment in this class requires prior approval by the instructor.
Instructor: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong

Little Gypsy Belly Dance Class for Children:
Ages 4 to 12
Fridays 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm
Next session begins Friday, December 2, 2011
$25 per month

Students will learn and drill fun moves of American Folk Gypsy belly dance as well as expand on those abilities over time. Students will have opportunities to perform, but performance is not required. An adult family member or guardian must remain in class with the student.
Instructors: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong and Eve Weeks

Gypsy Fitness:
Adults and Teens
Fridays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Next session begins Friday, December 2, 2011
$20 per 4-week session/$6 drop-in per class

Gypsy Fitness uses the exciting moves of belly dance for exercise. The focus is on moves that tighten and strengthen specific muscles, while burning calories in a fun environment. Belly dance experience is not necessary, as this is not a technique or performance class. Students are encouraged to move at their own pace as their needs and abilities dictate.
Instructors: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong and Eve Weeks

Gypsy Rhythms Drumming Class:
Adults, Teens and Children
Thursdays 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm
Next session begins Thursday, December 1, 2011
$20 per 4-week session/$6 drop-in per class

This relaxed and fun class covers drumming, hand positions and rhythms. Each participant should bring a drum or other rhythm instrument. Gypsy Rhythms drumming group performs with Gypsy Circle Belly Dance Troupe and Little Gypsies Performance Troupe at a variety of events both public and private, but performance is not required.
Instructor: Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong

Theatre/Acting:
Adults, Teens and Children
Thursdays 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Next session begins: Thursday, December 1, 2011
$30 per 4-week session

Students will build confidence while becoming more comfortable being on stage. This class will also work on character development, reading lines, warm up techniques, vocalizations and actions. Students will be able to apply what is learned in daily life and during performances.
Instructor: Tag Hamilton

Drop in/Visitor Charge for classes:
$10 per class unless otherwise listed

Private Lessons:
Private lessons are available on an appointment basis. The cost for private lessons is $20 per hour.

Class fees and private lesson payments are due at the beginning of each session.

To register for classes or private lessons contact us by calling (541) 409-8143 or email us at GypsyCircle@gmail.com

Linn~Benton Community College
Julie "Assifa" Wolfsong is the belly dance instructor for the Lebanon Linn-Benton Community College. Please contact the campus for class information and start dates.

~Gift Certificates Available~
Gypsy Circle has gift certificates! Our gift certificates are available in any amount and are good toward classes, private lessons or Gypsy Circle merchandise.