YOUTH CAMPS
Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, our week-long camp programs are ideal for children who want to learn more about Circus arts.
These full day youth camps are perfect for the active and creative camper who wants to learn more about circus.
From aerials, to acrobatics to juggling to Tightwire – we will spend the week learning new skills and having a blast.
The youth will showcase what they've learned on the last day of camp for their parents, guardians and families!
PRices:
The camps will run from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Week-long Camp fees are $300+tax , with early drop-off (8:30am) available for an additional $50 for the week.
PD-Day camps are $70/day from 9-4pm.
If price is a barrier, Halifax Circus has a limited number of full and 50% scholarships available for students who come from traditionally excluded communities such as Indigenous, Black, and Immigrant (** currently unavailable due to loss of funding)
Our camps and classes are also recognized by JUMPSTART if you qualify for financial assistance.
Send us a message at registration@halifaxcircus.com and we are happy to help.
PD-Day YOUTH CAMP:
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5-Day YOUTH CAMP DATES:
camp #1 - Youth camp (ages 7-12) - July 8-12th
camp #2 - Youth camp (ages 7-12) - July 15th-19th
camp #3 - Teen camp (12-16yrs) - july 22nd - 26th
camp #4 - Youth camp (ages 7-12) - July 29th- AUg 2nd
camp #5 - Youth camp (ages 7-12) - Aug 12- 16th
Camp #6 - advanced camp - Aug 26th - 30th
*Advanced camp is open to any students who take regular circus classes in aerials, juggling, tightrope, diabolo, rolling globe, etc. This camp is great for students who already know the basics and are ready for a week of increasing their skills surrounded by other students who are also beyond the beginner stage.
TEACHERS
Our teachers are highly experienced circus professionals who have performed nationally and internationally. With years of experience as teachers working with youth, adults, and in our social outreach programs, we’re all looking forward to another session of summer camps.
We have a teacher/student ratio of 1/7 so we can give students the attention they need. We’ll be outside whenever the weather is cooperative and inside our large, professionally equipped gym at other times.
LUNCHES & SNACKS:
We DO NOT provide this. Please ensure that you pack plenty of food, snacks, and a water bottle for your kiddos. We have a snack break in the morning and afternoon so please pack healthy snacks to keep the energy up!
CLOTHING:
Yes it’s summer time and we all want to be in awesome summer clothes, like shorts or dresses. However with circus arts this isn't ideal.
We recommend leggings and a tight t-shirt. They will be going upside down sometimes, so we want to make sure everyone is comfortable. Jeans are NOT an appropriate article of clothing, please do not send your child with jeans. We also ask that no sharp bits (belts, sharp pointed decorations, etc) be present on clothing. It damages expensive equipment and can also be harmful to their own body (ouch!).
OUTDOORS:
We will be outdoors in the courtyard whenever it is nice enough to do so during our breaks. We will also be taking trips to a nearby park for some outdoor activities or lunch.
Please send your child with a hat, sunblock, or whatever else they might need for outdoor activities !
Drop-Off & Pick-Up:
Camp is from 9-4pm. Students should arrive and depart at this time.
Early drop-off for the week (8:30am arrival), can be purchased for an additional $50/week for staff to arrive earlier in the morning.
Students must have a signed letter from parents if they are leaving with another parent or will be taking public transit/ walking home. This must be a physical letter at the beginning of the day or week, as the staff on sight may not have access to Halifax Circus email/ answering machine at all times of the day.
end of the week show:
At the end of your summer camp week, the kiddos will be putting on a little presentation for you to show you what they have learned! This will occur on the Friday at 3:00pm.
This is a low-pressure event and will be casual! Feel free to bring family or close friends. This is a great time to find out all of the fun activities that happened all week!
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