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It's like nothing you've ever seen before: the Professional Track Training Program graduation show From Out of the Ordinary will be at the Greenhoe Theater at Landmark College May 12 & 13 and May 18 & 19. Extraordinary circus. Get tickets here.
Come see The Book of Dreams, the graduation show of the Intensive Training Program, June 9 & 10 at the Cotton Mill. Plus: June 9 show features the WRCC high school circus students in VS. Lyrical, beautiful circus. Get tickets here.
Want to work with our founders, Elsie & Serenity, this summer? Register for our Aerial Skills workshop (all skill levels) or join Boot Camp for advanced training with a performance focus. And check here soon for our Summer Circus Workshop Weekend Aug 9 - 12!
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Intensive Training Program - 10 month training program |  | |
Improve your circus skill knowledge in a community of students seeking better flexibility, strength and creativity. Students work with a variety of instructors as they study different areas of the circus art. They also have ample studio time to practice the skills learned during these sessions. The program culminates in a performance of acts that will be created during the Spring portion of the program.
The program includes TWO three hour group training class and one semi-private lesson weekly. Students also select three skills classes from our Session class listing. There are three sessions: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-March) and Spring (April-June), and students can change their class selection at the start of each session. Students also have access to Members Only "open studio" format training to practice what they are learning, and a membership to the Outer Limits Gym.
When: Sept 2012-June 2013
Where: Brattleboro, Vermont
How to register: submit an Application Form, and a DVD/video. See below for details.
Questions? Contact Elsie or call 802-254-9780.
Although live auditions have passes applications for the 2012 - 2013 programs will be accepted until the programs are full.
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Program Overview
Goals of the program:
Are there scholarships?
Is there an audition process?
What can I expect from the program & what is the weekly schedule?
What about housing?
What is the refund/make-up policy?
What's it really like?
How do I start?
Program Overview
Every week the program includes
Two 3 hour group training classes
One 1 hr semi-private lesson
3 classes from our Session class listing
12-20 hrs of Members Only Open Studio access to the studio
Membership at the Outer Limits Fitness Center
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Goals of the program:
1. teach how to stretch and strengthen the body for the circus work
2. teach fundamental skills on the floor and in the air
3. introduce int/adv circus skills as each student is ready
4. encourage the creative process, including the creation of two performance pieces during the Spring session
No circus experience is necessary, but some background in movement or performance arts is recommended. Maximum enrollment is 18 students.
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Are there scholarships?
There are limited work exchange positions available for 25% off the cost of tuition. If you are interested please indicate your interest in this when you send in your application and a Work Exchange application will be sent to you if you are accepted into the program.
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Is there an audition process?
Please see "HOW DO I START" below to download application forms and a complete information sheet. We have a demonstration of the required skills for the application in our Media Gallery.
Round One application deadline . . . . . . . . . . . . no later than February 29
Invitations to Auditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . posted by March 2
Audition at NECCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 17
Round One acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . posted by March 26
Round Two application . . . . . . . . . . . . ongoing acceptance until programs are full
Work Exchange application deadline for accepted students. . . . . April 23
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What can I expect from the program & what is the weekly schedule?
Group training class Mondays & Wednesdays, 9 am-12 pm
Semi-private lessons Mondays & Thursdays as scheduled
Session skills classes Monday to Thursday, evenings
Members Only Open Studio training various hours throughout the week
The group training class starts with a warm up and intensive stretching followed by strength development, creativity workshops, and lessons for building community and partnerships. Act creation work will be added in the Spring session. The semi private lessons included with the program can be arranged with any staff member, in any skill area.
There will be a required orientation meeting on the September starting date. The program will be completed in June, with final performances. There will be one week off for Thanksgiving and for Christmas, as well as a Spring break in February and April. A more exact schedule will be sent with your acceptance information.
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What about housing?
Lodging is not included in the Intensive Training Program. However, we will do our best to help you get settled in Brattleboro by connecting you to rental agents and to other students looking for roommates. A car will make your time in Brattleboro easier, but all necessary services and stores can be found within 1 mile of the studio. We will send more information about lodging to students who are accepted into the program.
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What is the refund/make-up policy?
Withdrawing prior to the start of the program:
The deposit, less a $25 administrative fee will be refunded before August 1 for a student who agrees to participate in the program, then chooses not to participate.
If a student withdraws from the program after August 1 and before the start of the program, no refund on the deposit will be given.
Withdrawing for health/medical reasons:
After the start of classes a refund due to termination of participation in the program will be accepted for medical reasons only, and must be supported with a copy of a Doctor's note.
If termination occurs between the 1st of the month and the 15th of the month, there will be a refund of the payment for that month. If termination occurs between the 16th and the end of the month, there will be no refund for that month's payment.
If termination occurs after April 30,, no refund will be given.
If payment has been made in full calculation of any refund will be made according to above policy.
Withdrawing for personal reasons, or if you are asked to leave the program:
If termination of participation in the program is made for personal reasons there will be no refund (except for any prepayments made in excess of the required monthly payments).
If you are asked to leave the program there will be no refund (except for any prepayments made in excess of the required monthly payments).
Make-up policy:
Students will be encouraged to train as often as they wish during open studio times to make up for any lessons missed due to health reasons, or due to weather related cancellations by NECCA.. Students must inform the office about missed lessons for non-health reasons at least two weeks in advance, and will be given permission to miss lessons on a case-by-case basis as decided by the instructors and the school administration. Students should not miss more than 10% of all lessons as it will be detrimental to their overall participation in the program.
What else does Brattleboro, VT have to offer?
Brattleboro is a small but vibrant town with many venues for visual and performing arts, as well as schools for continuing physical education. For more info on Brattleboro you can visit www.brattleborochamber.org, www.brattleboro.org and www.ibrattleboro.com. For help with employment options please check www.reformer.com, the local newspaper.
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What's it really like?
Get the scoop! The following students can answer your questions. Feel free to contact them via Facebook:
Samantha Pitard
Fallon Ashley Burner
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"I came to you because I truly feel that you and your school are the safest, and have the highest quality instructors I know of. I believe that you all are the best in your business... All of you are an inspiration to me..."
Shawn Frances Lee
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