Orbiting on final approach:
2 stages of flap.
70/75kts C152/PA28
15 degrees AOB (making allowance for wind)
2 minutes(ish) for a 360.
This is neither rocket science nor dangerous - basically the configuration for slow/safe cruise - the way you fly when position fixing when lost. Fair enough you might be a bit lower but it really is not a demanding manouevre - if you happen to think it is then I would respectfully suggest a session with an instructor.