youth classes

bring the youth to circus!

Our beginners classes are for everyone and you don’t need any previous experience. We do however, ask you to go through an onboarding process, so we can make sure we put you in the right class. Some come for fun, for fitness, for development or just want to try something different. If you get the bug (most people do!), our experienced coaches can also take you to the next level of skills in our advanced classes.

discovery tasters (essential step)

At CircusMASH, we want you to get the most out of your exciting adventure into circus, so we have a structure in place to take you on the right path.

To begin the youth classes journey, we invite young people (5-17yrs) along with their guardians to a (free) Discovery Taster Session where youngsters* can try all forms of circus and we can assess which stage they are at, in order to enrol them in the right course. We need you to complete this step to get you safely onboarded into the CircusMASH family before enrolling on a course. 

*any child under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at the Discovery Taster Session

As of January 2024, we will be running free trials for some of our Discovery classes! You can book onto these via Beginners Classes below.

circus for toddlers

Little Cirque 

We’re super excited to be partnering with the wonderful Dance Cirque in Australia and to be starting our first Little Cirque Class in September 2023 for ages 2-5 years! Jump to details… 

Discovery tasters Sessions

 

Discovery Taster Sessions are always FREE to attend, but we highly recommend booking them in advance. No guarantee of spaces ‘on the door’.

SUNDAY 14th APRIL 2024  BOOK NOW

If you have any queries about this process, please don’t hesitate in dropping us an email or a call

beginners classes

Discovery
5 – 8 years

Coaches: Nate, Penny, Alex, Rhian & Gaby

Members play games and learn coordination and acrobatic skills. Participants focus on one skill per term in prep for a show. Over the year they try out balance and aerial skills including trapeze, aerial hammock, tight-wire, juggling, plate spinning, diabolo and more.

Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focuses on advanced skill development.

Monday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Wednesday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Saturday 9.30am – 10.30am

Discovery play
5 – 8 years

Coach: Rhian

Members play games and learn coordination and acrobatic skills. The class is structured around the individuals rather than the discipline so each week members get to try lots of skills including coordination, balance, aerial, tight-wire, juggling, plate spinning & much more.

Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focuses on advanced skill development.

Tuesday 4.30pm – 5.30pm

discovery plus
9 – 17 years

Coaches: Penny, Rhian, Alex, Nate, Lydia & Gaby

Members play games and learn coordination and acrobatic skills. Participants focus on one skill per term in prep for a show. Over the year they try out balance and aerial skills including trapeze, aerial hammock, tight-wire, juggling, plate spinning, diabolo and more.

Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focus on advanced skill development.

Wednesday 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Saturday 10.30am – 11.30am

discovery aerial
9 – 17 years

Coaches: Raquel & Rhian

Young aerial is for those beginning their honing of aerial skills, continuing to build on the foundations of aerial arts. Participants focus on one skill per term in prep for a show.

Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focuses on advanced skill development.

Thursday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Saturday 11.30am – 12.30pm
Saturday 12.30pm – 1.30pm

discovery handbalance
9 – 17 years 

Dive into the world of hand balancing!

Perfect for 9 to 17-year-olds, this class explores balance skills and the thrill of seeing the world upside down. Discover techniques, strength exercises, and fun poses in a supportive, energetic atmosphere.

Thursday 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Discovery Skate
9 – 17 years

Discovery Skate is for those wanting to learn the basics of how to roller skate and hone their practice. Participants will be working on balance, flow and speed with the addition of circus tricks. Discover how much fun skating is amongst new friends.

Please Note: Students will need to bring their own quad roller skates (NOT inline skates), knee pads and elbow pads.

Wednesday 6.30pm – 7.30pm

bfourteen acro dance
8 – 17 years

Bfourteen is a collaboration between CircusMASH and Class Act Theatrix. An acro troupe that performs in and around the community alongside B14 Choir and other circus performers.

Please Note: All students must be able to do a front and back walkover to join the group

Sunday 12pm – 1pm

Payment is split over 12 months at £46 per month for 36 weekly sessions (term time). 

Discounts available for second classes and siblings.

beyond discovery

Beyond the Discovery youth classes, any students that are ready to move on to a more focused path into circus can join our FOUNDATION programme. We don’t list our foundation classes online but they include Aerial, Acrobatics, Creative, Conditioning and Flexibility & Balance.   

Students are assessed each term and if we feel they have the focus and/or skills to move into our Foundation programme, we’ll let you know. Foundation students are able to audition for Bfourteen Troupe and The Birmingham Youth Circus Shows that go out and perform in the community. 

If we have any new members wishing to join CircusMash that are of an advanced level, we will assess this at one of our Discovery Taster Sessions, and get them enrolled on the right level.

little cirque

We’re super excited to be partnering with the wonderful Dance Cirque in Australia and to be starting our first Little Cirque Class in September 2023 for 2-5 years. Little Cirque is a playful, energetic class for your little ones to learn and play circus! You will participate with them each week. 

Thursday’s at 10am – 11am

FREE TRIAL – your first class is free! Prices apply after this, booking is required.

Price: £10 per family

showbacks

At the end of each term we have showbacks, where parents and guardians can come into class and watch what we have been up to.

This is also an assessment and awards time, where our class participants are awarded certificates.

This usually happens on the final session of term.

student shows

We have our Winter Show at the beginning of December that we encourage everybody to be part of. It is the only time during the year that all of our community comes together to showcase their skills to friends and family.

Tickets are available to purchase here if you would like to come and see a show before you get started.

Each class will have an act in the showcase, and students will be able to audition for solo opportunities.

The coaches will let students know about this in class (and don’t worry, it’s optional!)

For specific details on any shows or showbacks, please take a look on our Family Portal.

why do circus?

Well, apart from the benefits to mental and physical health, you will find an inclusive safe community space, with open arms held out to all ability levels.

“My little boy attends children’s circus class on Saturday mornings and I have attended aerial silks and aerial hammock, and I can’t recommend CircusMASH highly enough. The building is a fantastic space, and the instructors are talented, thorough, friendly and professional, excellent teachers and endlessly patient!” Rachel Conlisk

book youth classes

One to one

We also offer private one-to-one tuition for a variety of customers. Please email or call us to enquire via the contact page.