SUMMER 2022
Summer Intensive Program
June 11 – July 16 | Summer Intensive A
July 17 – August 21 | Summer Intensive B
Five weeks of training. One amazing facility. Fantastic coaches. Set your goals and watch yourself soar past them.
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DETAILS
Push yourself physically while diving deep into the world of the circus arts in this five-week immersive training 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 because of the pandemic. NECCA’s professional coaches will help you push harder, explore deeper, and fly higher—all to help you see where your circus journey can take you.
Our custom-built facility includes an in-ground foam pit, trampoline, 40′ and 24′ rigging points, and air conditioning. Make circus the focus you want it to be while enjoying the fun and beautiful Vermont summer—with swimming, hiking, biking, and water sports.
When?
June 11 – July 16 | Summer Intensive A (no class July 4)
July 17 – August 21 | Summer Intensive B
Who is it for?
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 summer getaway or the start of your professional circus training journey. (Age 16 and 17 can inquire about participation, but this is an adult-focused workshop.)
What is Included?
- 21+ hours per week of training
- Group classes three days a week (appx 12 hours/week) will focus on tumbling, partner acrobatics, hand balancing, and flexibility.
- Each student will also pick two session classes (3 hrs/week Monday-Friday 6 – 9 pm) in any area they’re interested in and at whatever skill level they are training at.
- Each student will also have two private lessons per week (1 1/2 hrs/week, generally late weekday afternoons) to further develop their skills in the focus area of their choice.
- Summer Intensive-specific open practice will be available (5 1/2 hrs/week, Thursday/Friday late afternoon)
- Additional open practice training time is also available (weekdays late afternoon/evening)
Classes may include:
- Hand balancing
- Partner acrobatics
- Trampoline, mini-ramp & tramp Wall
- Trapeze (single point, double point, duo, swinging)
- Fabric
- Rope
- Chinese pole
- Straps
- Lyra & tippy lyra
- German & Cyr wheels
- Wire
- Juggling & manipulation
- Sling or hammock
- Cloud swing
- Bungee
- Invented apparatus
- Contortion (Summer Intensive A only)
NOTE: additional session classes can be added at the regular session class rate.
What is the cost?
$3,100 – Deposit of $1000 due 2 weeks after acceptance, balance due June 1st.
*There is a 10% discount for participants who are joining the Performance Boot Camp or who participate in Summer Intensive A and Summer Intensive B.
* We also have some scholarships available for these programs. Please contact us for more info!
Who are my coaches?
The program is directed by Elsie Smith with Head Coach Alyk Fuller, and includes a variety of other coaches including Stephanie Abrahms and Zeb Galipeau.
How do I apply?
Fill out our application here. There is no due date for the application, it’s rolling acceptance. But spots for specific apparatus do fill up.
Application videos should include your current skills. Please include any fitness, sport or circus activities you are currently doing, and demonstrate as many of these core skills:
1. Forward roll & dive roll
2. Cartwheel (both sides)
3. Handstand: against a wall or free-standing
4. Back bridge—push up from laying on ground
5. Splits—left, to straddle (center), to right
6. Pull ups—please show that your feet are not on the ground at the start/end of the skill
About Brattleboro, Vermont
Get the best out of your circus training while enjoying the fun and beauty that a summer in Vermont can offer. Enjoy swimming, hiking, biking, and kayaking—practically from NECCA’s front door. The West River is just steps away and includes water access for boats and swimmers, miles of trails along the water, and a waterfront restaurant to end your day with good food and company. Just one mile away is the vibrant downtown with cafes, restaurants, galleries, movie theaters, and performance venues for music and entertainment.
There are many summer sublets and homestay options in Brattleboro. Check here for general information. More details will be available before the program begins.
What about COVID?
HERE is a link to our current COVID policies, subject to change.
More Info
DETAILS
Push yourself physically while diving deep into the world of the circus arts in this five-week immersive training 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 because of the pandemic. NECCA’s professional coaches will help you push harder, explore deeper, and fly higher—all to help you see where your circus journey can take you.
Our custom-built facility includes an in-ground foam pit, trampoline, 40′ and 24′ rigging points, and air conditioning. Make circus the focus you want it to be while enjoying the fun and beautiful Vermont summer—with swimming, hiking, biking, and water sports.
When?
June 11 – July 16 | Summer Intensive A (no class July 4)
July 17 – August 21 | Summer Intensive B
Who is it for?
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 summer getaway or the start of your professional circus training journey. (Age 16 and 17 can inquire about participation, but this is an adult-focused workshop.)
What is Included?
- 21+ hours per week of training
- Group classes three days a week (appx 12 hours/week) will focus on tumbling, partner acrobatics, hand balancing, and flexibility.
- Each student will also pick two session classes (3 hrs/week Monday-Friday 6 – 9 pm) in any area they’re interested in and at whatever skill level they are training at.
- Each student will also have two private lessons per week (1 1/2 hrs/week, generally late weekday afternoons) to further develop their skills in the focus area of their choice.
- Summer Intensive-specific open practice will be available (5 1/2 hrs/week, Thursday/Friday late afternoon)
- Additional open practice training time is also available (weekdays late afternoon/evening)
Classes may include:
- Hand balancing
- Partner acrobatics
- Trampoline, mini-ramp & tramp Wall
- Trapeze (single point, double point, duo, swinging)
- Fabric
- Rope
- Chinese pole
- Straps
- Lyra & tippy lyra
- German & Cyr wheels
- Wire
- Juggling & manipulation
- Sling or hammock
- Cloud swing
- Bungee
- Invented apparatus
- Contortion (Summer Intensive A only)
NOTE: additional session classes can be added at the regular session class rate.
What is the cost?
$3,100 – Deposit of $1000 due 2 weeks after acceptance, balance due June 1st.
*There is a 10% discount for participants who are joining the Performance Boot Camp or who participate in Summer Intensive A and Summer Intensive B.
* We also have some scholarships available for these programs. Please contact us for more info!
Who are my coaches?
The program is directed by Elsie Smith with Head Coach Alyk Fuller, and includes a variety of other coaches including Stephanie Abrahms and Zeb Galipeau.
How do I apply?
Fill out our application here.
Application videos should include your current skills. Please include any fitness, sport or circus activities you are currently doing, and demonstrate as many of these core skills:
1. Forward roll & dive roll
2. Cartwheel (both sides)
3. Handstand: against a wall or free-standing
4. Back bridge—push up from laying on ground
5. Splits—left, to straddle (center), to right
6. Pull ups—please show that your feet are not on the ground at the start/end of the skill
About Brattleboro, Vermont
Get the best out of your circus training while enjoying the fun and beauty that a summer in Vermont can offer. Enjoy swimming, hiking, biking, and kayaking—practically from NECCA’s front door. The West River is just steps away and includes water access for boats and swimmers, miles of trails along the water, and a waterfront restaurant to end your day with good food and company. Just one mile away is the vibrant downtown with cafes, restaurants, galleries, movie theaters, and performance venues for music and entertainment.
There are many summer sublets and homestay options in Brattleboro. Check here for general information. More details will be available before the program begins.
What about COVID?
HERE is a link to our current COVID policies, subject to change.
Important Information
COVID POLICIES AS OF JAUARY 3, 2022
Updated 12/30/2021
There are currently no travel restrictions for non-Vermonters wishing to participate at NECCA. However, we do have guidelines our students must follow.
- For the week of January 3, all of our students, staff and parents/guardians must show a negative COVID test before entering the building.
- Double Masking or KN95 / N95 is mandatory. You must wear a surgical paper mask under a cloth mask or a KN95 or N95 mask (based on best fit).
- Return of 6’ social distancing. This will change entry/exit flow to the space, including all exits through the side door of the Trapezium.
- No indoor eating or drinking.
- No partnering and limited hand spotting for the week of Jan 3-7.
- After Jan 9, all partner class participants will be required to either weekly test or provide proof of booster to continue.
- For the week of January 3, Trapezium flow will require checkpoint entry at the front to show proof of negative test, with exit out the side door.
- Cotton Mill check in will be at the Little Mill for everyone; please maintain 6’ ft distance.
- If you exhibit 1 symptom, please stay home. For more details check here.
Starting February 7, NECCA will require proof of vaccination. Starting February 28, we will require proof of completed vaccination and booster, if eligible. If you have a medical or religious exemption, you may fill out forms provided on our website at a later date and we will notify you for approval.
APPLICATION
Click here to fill out the 2022 Application Form.
There is no due date for the application, it’s rolling acceptance. But spots for specific apparatus do fill up.
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