Circus Culture is Ithaca’s very own Circus School
Curious if class is on for one reason or another (school breaks, holidays, etc.)? Our class scheduler Pike13 always stays accurate - check out the weekly schedule here.
circus learning opportunities
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We offer a variety of drop in classes every week.
-The Art of Clowning (16+)
-All Things Circus 5-11 yr olds
-All Things Circus for 18 month - 4 yr olds
-Lunchtime Adult All Things Circus
-Open Practice
Drop in Cancellations: Classes with fewer than 3 sign ups by 12 noon on the day the class is offered will be canceled. Please support our ability to keep classes up by signing up by 12 noon!
In the case of cancellation, any enrolled students will be notified via the email we have on file and not charged.
Drop in classes will run September 23 - December 22.
We highly recommend getting our six class pass ($100 for 6 classes!)
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Our Fall 2024 session is now open for registration! Join us for a 12 week session class or stop by for a drop in class. The session will run from September 23 through December 22. We have classes for youth / teens, adult aerials, and adult ground skills.
Click here for a full list of our Fall 2024 offerings.
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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 1/29/2024 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
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Parties at Circus Culture for children 7 and under are an open exploration and play opportunity with many fun circus apparatuses and props!
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Parties at Circus Culture for children 8+ and adults are structured as a group lesson!
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Circus is a great tool for building stronger teams! Click here to learn more about our team building workshops.
gift cards
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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
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 our studio manager at claire@circsculture.org.
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.