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Recreational Activities

The 2021 winter session is cancelled. We hope to welcome you again for the 2022 fall session.

These recreational courses are aimed at young people between 4 and 17 years of age, and provide a chance to have some diversion while learning the basic techniques of circus arts.

The program is also designed to help develop their coordination, concentration, perseverance and motor skills. All courses are held in the École nationale de cirque (National Circus School) studios. Participants have access to state-of-the-art equipment used by professionals. 

Teaching approach

The School primarily emphasizes the lighter side of these activities. The courses are presented in a spirit of play; students are able to have fun while learning various circus disciplines and techniques.

At every step they are guided and encouraged by a team of professional instructors selected for their pedagogic and technical expertise.

For the go-getters!
A 10% discount automatically applies when members of the same family enrol in 2 courses (including Adult Yoga) and register online. A 15% discount applies with enrolment in 3 or more courses.

Courses offered at the École nationale de cirque :​​​​​

  • Acro-cirque / 4-5 years oldOpen or Close

    In this course, a playful approach helps children develop motor skills and coordination while taking on new challenges. This course focuses on the child’s overall development and takes the form of circuits where acrobatics, aerials, balancing and manipulation are explored. No prerequisite is needed.

    Age group 4-5 years old 

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    Minimum number of participants : 6

    Maximum number of participant : 8

    Schedule Choices
    Sunday

    9h45 - 10h30
    10h45 - 11h30
    12h30 - 13h15
    13h30 - 14h15

  • Acro-cirque / 6 to 8 years oldOpen or Close

    This course focuses on the overall development of the child and takes the form of circuits where the basic techniques of acrobatics, aerials, balancing and manipulation (including juggling) are explored. The instructors adapt the course content according to the skill level and physical condition of each participant. No pre-requesite is required to take this course.

    Register

    Minimum number of participants : 12

    Maximum number of participant : 15

    Schedule Choices
    Sunday9h -10h15
    10h45 - 12h
    13h15 - 14h30
  • Acro-cirque / 9 to 12 years oldOpen or Close

    This course focuses on the overall development of the child and takes the form of circuits where basic and intermediate techniques of acrobatics, aerials, balancing and manipulation (including juggling) are explored. Participants in this course may explore additional disciplines such as unicycle, stilts and devil stick. The instructors adapt the course content according to the skill level and physical condition of each participant, from beginner to intermediate. No prerequisite is required to take this course.

    Register

    Minimum number of participants : 15

    Maximum number of participant : 18

    Schedule Choices
    Sunday9h15 - 10h30
    11h - 12h15
  • Acro-cirque Plus / 6 to 11 years oldOpen or Close

    For circus enthusiasts who demonstrate good skills for their age and a greater interest in circus arts. Advanced training focuses on the overall development of the child. Participants selected will be able to increase their technical mastery of the acrobatic, aerial, balancing and manipulation disciplines in a stimulating environment. An introduction to acting and musicality also is included in the program. An assessment is required to be accepted in this course. 

    For more information about this class and the evaluation, please contact : 

    Jérémie Boisier-Michaud
    514-982-0859, ext. 238
    [email protected]

    Register

    For each Acro-Cirque Plus class:

    Minimum number of participants : 7

    Maximum number of participant : 9

    Schedule (5 h/week)
    Sunday9h30 - 12h30
    Schedule (7 h/week)
    Sunday9h30 - 12h30
    9h45 - 12h45
    Schedule (9 h/week)
    Sunday9h45 -12h45

     

  • Specialists / 13 to 17 years oldOpen or Close

    The aim of this activity is to initiate yourself or develop your technical abilities in one or two discipline(s) to choose from the following ones. You will be able to try several disciplines and choose the one(s) that suit(s) you best at the begining of the course session with the help of our instructors. No prerequisite is needed.

    *The choice of disciplines will be confirmed according to registrations received.
     

    Acrobatics

    • Hand to hand
    • Chinese hoops
    • Chinese pole
    • Icarian games
    • German Wheel
    • Cyr Wheel


    Balancing

    • Hand to hand
    • Handbalancing
    • Stilts
    • Ladder
    • Monocycle
    • Rola-bola
    • Tight wire


    Aerials

    • Dance trapeze
    • Fixed trapeze
    • Aerial hoop
    • Silk
       

    Age group 13-17 years old

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    Minimum number of participants : 6

    Maximum number of participant : 8

    Schedule
    Sunday13h - 14h15
  • Aerials / 8 to 12 years oldOpen or Close
    This course explores the basic techniques of aerial disciplines: silks, hoop, fixed trapeze and dance trapeze. The course is adapted to learners of all levels. No prerequisite is needed.

    Age groups 8-9 years old | 10-12 years old

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    Choice of Schedule
    Saturday1 to 2:30 pm
    Sunday11 am to 12:30 pm
  • Aerials / 13 to 17 years oldOpen or Close
    This course explores the different techniques of aerial disciplines: silks, fixed trapeze and dance trapeze. The course is adapted to learners of all levels. No prerequisite is needed.

    Age group 13-17 years old

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    Schedule
    Saturday2:30 to 4:30 pm
  • Acrobats / 8 to 17 years oldOpen or Close
    Participants advance their learning of acrobatic techniques in the following disciplines: floor acrobatics, trampoline, hand-to-hand and “parkour.” They are divided into groups according to their level. This course is open to beginners, no prerequisite is needed.

    Age groups 8-9 years old | 10-12 years old | 13-17 years old

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    Choice of Schedule
    Tuesday6 pm to 8 pm
    Sunday9 am to 11 am
  • Yoga / AdultsOpen or Close

    In a relaxing atmosphere, our certified staff teaches techniques that combine postures, movements, stretching and breathing. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, our yoga classes allow you to evolve at your own pace. An experience of well-being that unites body and mind.

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    Schedule
    Saturday9:05 am to 9:55 am
    10:05 am to 10:55 am
    11:05 am to 11:55 am
    1:05 pm to 1:55 pm
    Sunday9:05 am to 9:55 am
    10:05 am to 10:55 am
    11:05 am to 11:55 am

Admission Requirements

  • Have the age prescribed by the course.
  • Complete the online entry form by paying via credit card with Visa or MasterCard.
Circus disciplines and techniques taught
Acrobatics Balancing Aerials Manipulation
Hand to Hand (pyramid)
Floor acrobatics
Trampoline
Chinese Pole
"Parkour"		 Unicycle
Rola-Bola
Tightrope		 Rope
Fixed Trapeze
Dance Trapeze
Hoop
Silks		 Juggling
Devil Stick
Diabolo

 

Cancellation Policy
We apply the cancellation policy of the "Office de la protection du consommateur", consult the webpage in English to learn more. Please contact us for any cancellation request and changement of group schedule.

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En Piste members get a 15% discount. After completing the online registration form and proceeding to the payment, please contact our Registrar Office, by email or by calling at 514 982-0859 ext. 239 or 229, with your full name to ask for a 15% refund (refund request must be submitted at the latest in the 2 weeks after begining the course).

National Circus School employees: a 20% discount applies automatically.