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Meet Adam: A Life in Circus, and a New Chapter in Galway

Meet Adam: A Life in Circus, and a New Chapter in Galway

From Philadelphia to Galway, Adam has spent 25 years exploring the many possibilities of circus; as a performer, coach and advocate. Now, as Galway Community Circus’s new Programmes Director, he’s bringing that experience to our community.

For Adam, circus arts have been much more than a career. It has been a way of life.

“I’ve been in circus arts my entire adult life,” he says. “First as a performer, then as a coach, and now as an administrator.”

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Sofia

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Sofia

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Sofía from Spain.

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Laura

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Laura

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Laura from the United States.

Where Every Body Belongs: Reflecting on Take Up Space and Circus is for Every Body

Where Every Body Belongs: Reflecting on Take Up Space and Circus is for Every Body

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Anna

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Anna

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Anna from Germany.

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Julia

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Julia

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Julia from Spain.

Meet our new 2025 - 2026 European Solidarity Corps Volunteers!

Meet our new 2025 - 2026 European Solidarity Corps Volunteers!

The first day of September brought some new energy to Galway Community Circus. Four volunteers landed in the city, ready to begin an exciting year as part of the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). From now until August 2026, they’ll be sharing their skills, ideas, and enthusiasm with our community. We’re delighted to welcome them into the circus family - keep an eye out as we introduce this inspiring team over the coming weeks!

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Lina

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Lina

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Lina from Belgium.

Galway Community Circus to Host Ireland’s First Nice Meeting

Galway Community Circus to Host Ireland’s First Nice Meeting

NICE meetings are forums organised by the European Youth Circus Organisation (EYCO) and attended by youth circus practitioners from across the EU to share ideas, exchange best practice, take part in trainings, and address topical issues to raise standards across the sector.

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Sybille

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Sybille

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Sybille from France.

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Gio

Get to know our ESC volunteers - Gio

The European Solidarity Corps (often shortened to ESC) supports young people aged 18 to 30 to be full-time volunteers in many foreign countries. Thanks to Erasmus+ funding, Galway Community Circus has been hosting ESC volunteers since 2013. Learn more about the ESC experience with GCC and get to know one of this year's ESC volunteers in this interview with Giovanni from Italy.

Dare, Dream and Create in 2024

Dare, Dream and Create in 2024

Daring to dream and create, 2024 was a year of transformation at Galway Community Circus. From empowering young people to advancing circus education, discover how we’re making an impact locally and internationally.

Advancing Circus Education Through Collaboration

Advancing Circus Education Through Collaboration

Building Global Connections Through Circus

Building Global Connections Through Circus

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Adult Circus

Adult Circus

For Adults

Our adult circus classes for ages 18+ allow the opportunity to learn more about your body, movement and self-awareness.

Youth Circus

Youth Circus

For Youth

Youth Circus is our membership-based circus arts education programme for children and young people ages 5 to 24.

Adult Aerial

Adult Aerial

For Adults

Adult Aerial Level 1 is now open for bookings and is designed specifically for complete beginners. No previous experience is required.