Circus Culture is Ithaca’s very own Circus School
Camp registration 2024 is open for sign up
Drop in Classes for all ages are ongoing
Curious if class is on for one reason or another (school breaks, holidays, etc)? Our class scheduler Pike 13 always stays accurate - check out the weekly schedule here.
Registration for our May/June 8 week session is now open! Check out all our offerings here.
circus learning opportunities
-
This summer we have full day all things circus camps for ages 8-14 and a special two week performance camp for ages 10-16!
All Things Circus Camp (8-14yrs) July 1-5 (get on the waitlist)
All Things Circus Camp (8-14yrs) July 8-12 (get on the waitlist)
2 Week Performance Camp (10-16yrs) July 15-19 + July 22-26 (sign up)
All Things Circus Camp (8-14yrs) July 29-Aug 2 (sign up)
All Things Circus Camp (8-14yrs) August 5-9 (sign up)
All Things Circus Camp (8-14yrs) August 12-16 (sign up)
All Things Circus Camp (8-14yrs) August 19-23 (sign up)
Our camps are registered with the Tompkins County Health Department. EIN: 47 3029477
-
Our next session classes are ready for sign up! Check out the schedule here.
note* this session we will only be able to run classes that meet a student minimum, sign up soon to guarantee your favorite class runs!
-
Not ready to commit to a 12 week class, or just want to give something a try? We offer a variety of drop in classes every week - join in on for all ages on a rolling basis!
We highly recommend getting our six class pass ($100 for 6 classes!)
Drop in classes include:
-Intro to Aerial (18+)
-Beg/Int Handstands (12+)
-Aerial Conditioning (12+)
-Active Flexibility (12+)
-All Things Circus 18 months - 4 years (with adult)
-All Things Circus 5-11 yrs
-Adult Playful Tumbling (18+)
-Deep Stretch (12+)
-All Levels Unicycling +Tricks (12+)
-Open Practice (for students currently enrolled in a class, 12+)
-
Private lessons offer a uniquely customized approach to circus learning for individuals and groups. Students are welcome to request specific teachers and disciplines and we are here to support your specific circus dreams!
Cost: Starting January 29th, private lessons cost $75 per hour for one person + $15 per each additional person taking part.
Interested in private individual or group lessons? Email info@circusculture.org
circus parties
-
Parties at Circus Culture for children 7 and under are an open exploration and play opportunity with many fun circus apparatuses and props!
-
Parties at Circus Culture for children 8+ and adults are structured as a group lesson!
-
Circus is a great tool for building stronger teams! Click here to learn more about our team building workshops.
gift cards
-
Click here to buy a gift card for any amount!
How to redeem: email claire@circusculture.org. Unfortunately the gift cards do not sync with our registration site, but we can help you out!
upcoming circus performances
-
Free, family friendly shows under our tent at the beautiful Ithaca Children’s Garden!
Friday May 24th 6pm Ivy show
Saturday May 25th 2pm & 6pm Ivy show
Saturday June 1st 10:am & 11:30am Aspen show
Saturday June 1st 3pm Sunflower show
Saturday June 1st 5pm Willow show
Sunday June 2nd 10am & 11:30am Sunflower show
Sunday June 2nd 3pm Aspen show
Friday June 7th 6pm Clover show
Saturday June 8th 10am & 11:30am Village show
Saturday June 8th 1:30pm Clover show
Saturday June 8th 3:30pm Willow show
Sunday June 9th 10am Village show
Sunday June 9th 12pm Clover show
Sunday June 9th 2pm Willow show
Thank you to Hotel Ithaca!
For supporting our visiting artists and educators.
Our mission: Dedicated play, creative physicality, and inclusive community.
If there are barriers to your participation, financial or otherwise, please contact us!
Financial aid is available for all classes - contact us at info@circsculture.org to join in.
Free Circus Coloring Book
This year, we reached out to our community to help us create this awesome coloring book! In it you will find drawings and designs from folx of all ages, along with questions that will inspire your circus dreams and other activity pages. Fill these days with some circus joy from home! Click here to download the coloring book.