London Youth Circus (LYC)
And other activities for young people at The Circus Space

Learn amazing new skills right here in the heart of London

Providing opportunities for people aged 8 – 18 to stay fit through unusual and exciting activities. Discover new talents, explore existing ones and take the first step towards professional training in the circus arts.

Click here to find out more about London Youth Circus or click on the links below for more information about other courses available and further information:

Under 8s | 8-11 years | 11-18 years | Gallery | Work Experience Placements | Timetable | Term dates | Fees | Refunds Policy

LONDON YOUTH CIRCUS (LYC) for people aged between 11 – 18
Classes (between 2 - 9 hours) running throughout the day on Sundays (with supporting classes on Wednesday and Friday nights for people at the higher levels)

Whether you have done loads of circus before, or if you just know you are a natural, this course is a real opportunity to take your talents to new heights. We take students based on future potential as well as existing experience, “it’s fun, exciting and challenging” (LYC student). On the LYC we take our circus pretty seriously and are looking for young people who are interested in entering the Circus Arts as a profession. In our world class training space, students at all levels specialise in Juggling, Static Trapeze, Acrobatics, Flying Trapeze or Tight wire in this progressive training course created to support and nurture young emerging artists.

Uniquely placed in a professional Circus School, the course takes a holistic approach to vocational training. It is designed to:
> develop technical circus skills
> encourage critical thinking
> inspire creativity
> support individuals in their development.

You will work with artists and arts educators who will offer individual support and advice to help students excel at their chosen discipline. Students who are interested in gaining national qualifications can choose to take an arts award.

The training is supported through a 3 year curriculum – initially focusing on general fitness and technical training and then moving on to explore circus in performance in the final term of each year. Students are also supported through a parents evening which was “loads better” than students expected -

“everything inspired me and the performances were amazing” and annual reviews which are great to find out “how you are doing in class and how to make it better” (student).

Entrance to London Youth Circus is by application only – click here for more information and potential students must complete an application form and attend an audition.

cbDeadline dates 08: cbAuditions will be held 27th July and 10th August. cbApplication forms must be received by 1st July.

YOUTH CIRCUS TOO (YCT), for people aged between 11-18
Classes Fridays 4.30 – 6
If the LYC sounds a bit serious for where you’re at, you want to get some practice in/ check us out before auditioning, you need to just do some exercise but hate traditional sports or you just want to see what Circus is like, this is the course for you. “It’s a unique way to keep fit and have fun at the same time” (Student). In these classes, students work to develop skills in Juggling, Static Trapeze, Acrobatics and Tightwire walking.
The cost of this course is £96

BIG TOPS AND LITTLE TOPS

Little Top Circus Skills (8 – 11 years) - SUNDAYS 10.30PM – 12PM

Big Top Circus Skills (8 – 11 years) - SUNDAYS 12PM – 1.30PM

Have a go at Acrobatics, Static trapeze, Balance and Juggling on this fun introduction to circus skills.

Everyone starts in Little Tops. Big Tops is a bit harder so we invite students to join that course when we think they’re ready. This assessment is based on skill level and commitment to developing further skills. Places are limited on this course, as once people are on it they don’t want to leave, so don’t be too disappointed if you don’t make it – book back on the Little Top course and perfect those skills!

TINY TOPS

TINY TOPS (AND GROWN UPS TOO)
Tiny Tops is an exciting new session for parents and children, under 8 years, to learn fun circus skills and games together. Through Interactive Story telling, Balancing and Juggling children and parents will be working together; developing skills in hand and eye co-ordination, balance and creativity and generally having loads of fun!

If you are interested in signing up for this course please send your contact details to youth@thecircusspace.co.uk

TERM DATES
Unless otherwise stated all classes run for 12 weeks with a break for half term.
All of our classes run in line with the school terms.

Autumn Term:
16th September – 9th December (half term 22nd – 30th October)

Spring Term:
6th January - 6th April (half term 11th – 22nd February)

Summer Term:
20th April – 20th July (half term 19th – 31st May)


FEES
Big Tops/ Little Tops Circus Skills - £96 per term

From January 2007 we will be offering two scholarships each year for Big Tops/Little Tops Circus Skills-Click here for more information.

London Youth Circus Level 4 (2 hours training per week) - £330 per year (instalments of £110, 3 times a year)

London Youth Circus Level 5 (6 hours training per week) - £450 per year (instalments of £150, 3 times a year)

London Youth Circus Level 6 (9 hours training per week) - £750 per year (instalments of £250, 3 times a year)

We have LYC scholarships available. These are for students who would otherwise not be able to take up their place in the London Youth circus. We prioritise young people who live in our local boroughs of Hackney and Tower Hamlets but we also welcome applications from students across London – Click here for more information about the scholarships - please note that applications will open following the auditions in August.

Tiny Tops - £96 per term (£48 concession)

Click here to view our refunds policy

London Youth Circus is generously supported by UBS and the Jack Petchey Foundation