Participants work on a variety of mixed circus skills including balancing, juggling, manipulation, aerial, clowning and acrobatics.
- Practicing positive social interaction – learning to share and to wait for turns
- Experiencing situations of collaboration - leading and following
- Developing a sense of belonging to a group
- Building a foundation in circus and recognising the props of each circus art
- Developing greater body awareness
- Becoming comfortable in front of an audience
- Increasing focus, concentration, balance and coordination
- Enjoying safe risk-taking within a secure environment
All of our members have the opportunity to take part in performances – from theatre shows and big top tent shows to street performances and parades. Participation is strictly voluntary and tremendously fun!
Registration for Youth Circus East classes will be done in blocks autumn term 2024. Block 2 is now open for registration. Classes begin on Friday, 8th of November.
Block 2: 4 weeks, 8 November - 29 November
For class times, see the timetable below. For information on registration and fees, click the link below. Classes will be held at Mervue Community Centre.
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