Classes for Children and Teens

 

Most of our children's classes are back up and running under Covid Secure guidelines.  Classes may be smaller and shorter than you are used to and there are a number of mitigations in place.  Please see our Covid 19 Risk Assessment and Policy for more information.

***Please wear suitable clothing that covers the backs of knees and bring a water bottle to all classes.***  Masks must be worn by everyone over age 11 whilst you are in the building, participants may remove their mask once their session begins and must be replaced as soon as the session finishes***

 A full description of each class can be found below.

 

Circus Monkeys:

These classes for children aged 5 - 10 develop strength, flexibility, balance and coordination as well as confidence, resilience, team work and positive body awareness. Sessions incorporate ground skills practice; Diabolo, plate spinning, juggling, flower-sticks etc. as well as aerial hoop, trapeze, silks or rings. 

There is plenty of room for parents to stay and watch (please wear masks and observe social distancing), especially as younger students may want accompanying to the toilet!

There are currently 2 sessions running on a Wednesday at 4.30 and 5.30pm at St. Elisabeth's Church in Old Town.  We are only taking termly bookings at the moment to preserve 'bubbles' but where there are spaces you can book a trial session for a drop in fee.  Please see term dates and fees below.

 

Sweet Circus Youth Group:

We have a vibrant and diverse youth group at Sweet Circus and we are proud of them all :) As our sessions have been shortened we are currently focussing on Aerial Hoop only.  There are two youth group sessions running on a Wednesday evening at 3.30 and 6.30pm at St Elizabeth's Church in old town, plus a strength, conditioning and active flexibility class on Fridays 5pm at the Yoga Life studio in South Street.

We are only taking termly bookings at the moment to preserve 'bubbles' but where there are spaces you can book a trial session for a drop in fee.  Please see term dates and fees below.

 

 Sweet Circ-ed

We have 2 classes especially for children in the Home Education community. Classes sizes are capped to ensure your child gets extra attention and instruction.  Sweet Circ-Ed can supplement your home ed curriculum providing physical activity and education, performing arts, and learning / social skills such as focus, resilience and confidence.  Learners will be introduced to a range of Circus Skills including ground skills such as juggling and plate spinning as well as aerial hoop, silks or trapeze. The course can form part of your Home Ed Curriculum involving physical activity, social skills and performing arts.

Circ-Ed Mini's Age 4 - 8, 9.45 - 10.30 Wednesday at Electra Star Dance in Horam. This relaxed and inclusive class for our younger Home Edders provides a great introduction to all skills at a suitable level.  Our participants have great fun while developing their motor skills and social skills.

Circ-Ed +, Age 8+, 10.45 - 12.15 Wednesday at Electra Star Dance in Horam. Funded by the Fonthill Foundation this is a programme incorporating Circus, Literacy and Arts Award certifications.  Please get in touch for full details.

We are only taking termly bookings at the moment to preserve 'bubbles' but where there are spaces you can book a trial session for a drop in fee.  Please see term dates and fees below.

 

Aerial Dance

Electra Star Dance have recently opened a custom built dance studio in Horam.  We are working in partnership with them to provide Aerial Dance Classes, this is a wonderful opportunity for young dancers to experience movement in the air.  For those who wish to peruse a performance career, Aerial dance is a sought after skill which should improve their employment prospects.  We also have a parent and teen beginners aerial class here for those of you who would like to learn together.  Classes are on a Tuesday evening.  Please contact them direct to book: electrastardance@outlook.com

If you would like to book a trial class or simply have a few questions please do get in touch via email: info@sweetcircus.net / Phone: 07718 996 853 or message through facebook or twitter :)

Term dates and fees:

You can also book Sweet Circus birthday parties, and workshops for schools, community groups, festivals and events .... explore the rest of this website to find out more.