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Winter Intensive Program

Push yourself physically while diving deep into the world of the circus arts in the Winter Intensive Program. This is a great option for folks who want to reach further into their circus dreams, or for those wanting to get back into the swing of things after time away. All levels and abilities are welcome to apply!

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The Important Info

Winter Intensive Program Details

An amazing facility. Fantastic coaches.  Focused training.  All levels welcome – no matter where you are in your circus journey. Read all about the program below.

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This program is for students ages 18 and up with a current circus arts practice who are looking to intensify and broaden their circus training, and also for those with fitness and sport backgrounds who are interested in exploring the world of circus arts. This can be your circus getaway or the start of your professional circus training journey.

Age 14 to 17, please inquire about participation in this adult-focused program by emailing us.

Classes may include:

  • Hand Balancing
  • Partner Acrobatics
  • Trampoline, Mini Tramp and Tramp Wall
  • Trapeze (single point, double point, duo, swinging)
  • Fabric
  • Rope
  • Chinese Pole
  • Aerial Pole
  • Straps
  • Aerial Hoop/Lyra and Tippy Lyra
  • German and Cyr wheels
  • Wire
  • Juggling and Manipulation
  • Aerial Sling or Hammock
  • Cloud Swing
  • Bungee Sling
  • Invented Apparatus
  • Contortion
  • Tumbling
  • Flying Trapeze (see note below)

NOTE: additional session classes can be added at the regular session class rate.

General Program: 13.5 hours per week of coached training, plus open training options

Accelerated Program: 16 hours per week of coached training, plus open training options

  • Tuesdays
    • 9:30 am – 12:30 pm: Group class – dance & partner acro
  • Wednesdays
    • 7:30 – 9:00 pm: Group open training with floating coach
  • Thursdays
    • 2:00 – 2:30 pm: Self warm up
    • 2:30 – 4:00 pm: Group class – tumbling
    • 4:15-5:15 pm: Group class – flexibility
  • Fridays 
    • 3:00 – 5:30 pm: Group class – coach led warm up, acrobatics plus conditioning & mobility

PLUS:

  • Focus Lessons: Schedule customized for each person. Generally weekday afternoons.
    • General Program:  1 hour per week
    • Accelerated Program:  2 hours per week
  • Session Classes: Pending student selection. Monday to Thursday 6:00 – 7:30 pm or 7:30 – 9 pm.
    • General Program:   2 classes per week (3 hours)
    • Accelerated Program:  3 classes per week (4 1/2 hours)
  • Open Training: Optional. Usually 4:00 – 9:00 pm weekdays, plus Saturdays & Sundays

The program is directed by Elsie Smith, with Head Coach Alyk Fuller, plus a variety of other coaches.

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About the Application Process

There is no due date for the application, it’s rolling acceptance, but spots for specific apparatus fill up quickly so we recommend applying three months before the program start date!

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Need More Time to Plan?

Join Our Other Seasonal Intensives!

We offer Circus Intensive programs year round! Save the date for our Spring, Summer, or Fall Intensive Programs, or check out our Winter and Summer Circus Skills Retreats!

View all of our seasonal intensives

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Have Questions?

Please reach out if you have any questions about the Winter Intensive Program! We are here to make your winter circus dreams come true!

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Let Us Help

Have Questions?

Please reach out if you have any questions about the Winter Intensive Program! We are here to make your winter circus dreams come true!

Email us
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