YOUTH PROGRAM
fall 2024
SEPTEMBER 9TH-DECEMBER 11TH
​mondays, tuesdays and/or wednesdays
emerson center for the arts and culture
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
406Cirque's Youth Program offers comprehensive circus training for kids aged 7-14, with one class especially dedicated to 4 and 5yo. Our curriculum is designed for beginners all the way through pre-professionals. We aim to promote the well-being and happiness of our students by creating a safe and supportive environment that encourages healthy challenges.
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Our program encompass three key areas:
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Acquiring Circus Skills: This includes training in aerial circus arts, balance, juggling, tumbling, and of course: Stage Presence!
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Emotional and Social Growth: We focus on nurturing qualities such as self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, relationship-building skills, and responsible decision-making.
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Promoting a Positive Lifestyle: Our students learn to appreciate the potential of their physicality and are inspired to embrace the joy of living life to the fullest."
AVAILABLE CLASSES
2ND & 3RD YEAR STUDENT PLACEMENTS *All our students from afterschool fall 2023/spring 2024 will be notified via email before July 30th with their student placement. Families interested in joining the program and who have questions about placement, please email 406Cirque with the subject line "PLACEMENT." Include the names of the students and details of any classes they have taken at 406Cirque or other studios to receive further information.
PROGRAM FALL 2024:
IMPORTANT: All aerial classes are multi apparatus. Students must choose a specialty before entering the program or by their 3rd class maximum. Limited spots available for each apparatus.
Silks, aerial hammock, lyra, fix trapeze, dance trapeze and corde lisse available.
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Aerial 1/Monday 4-4:55 Age 7+. An introduction to aerial.
Aerial 2/Monday 5-55 Age 7+. For students with an existing foundation on aerial.. Students will work on building strength and advancing towards inversions.
Aerial 3 & 4/Monday 6-7:30 Age 10+. For students who are able to invert from the ground.
Teen and Adult Aerial/Tuesday 6-7:30PM. Adult of any level and teens who are level 3 and up.
Circus Club/Tuesdays 4-6pm Age 7+. This two hour class is a chance to try everything the circus has to offer. Ideal for students who are just starting on their circus journey, or those who want to do a little bit of everything.
Open Gym/Tuesday 6-8pm Age 14+ *must be enrolled in other classes*. Open for teens and adults looking to improve their skill level. We provide the space, equipment, and encouragement. Drop in for as much time as you’d like.
Petit Cirque/Age 5-7 Wednesdays 4-4:55. For our youngest circus performers. This is a chance for our youngest students to try all that circus has to offer: Tumbling! Aerial! Juggling! Walking Globe!
Tumbling & Partner Acrobatics/Wednesday 5 - 5:55. Students will gain physical awareness, strength, and skills to safely become acrobats. This class will focus on individual skills as well as working as an ensemble to build pyramids and partner acrobatics routines.
Youth Troupe/Wednesday 6-7:30pm. Welcome to "Circus Troupe," a weekly gathering for advanced students aspiring to our grand annual productions. Besides our annual student showcase, the 406Cirque Youth Troupe will create advanced solo and collective routines which will be featured in local talent shows and holiday extravaganzas. Admission is by invitation or audition. Audition dates will be communicated within the coming weeks via our newsletter.
Unicycle/Monday or Wednesdays 4 - 4:55 - For students learning to ride or looking to improve their skills.
Unicycle Advanced/Monday 5 - 5:55- For students working on advanced skills. Prerequisite : Free Mounting.
WHAT TO BRING
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A Snack and water bottle
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Sneakers are recommended for unicycling
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An attitude for adventure 🎪
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406Cirque will not be responsible for any items that may be lost or stolen. Please leave all valuables at home.
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Be sure your children's personal items are marked with their name
WHAT TO WEAR
The program revolves around physical activities, so we recommend sport outfits and comfortable clothes.
Form-fitting leggings that cover the back of knees are recommended, but not mandatory. Shirts should be tight enough to stay put when upside down or long enough to tuck in. Leotards and leggings are a great choice, especially for students interested in aerial.
✪ NO JEANS ✪
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✪ PLEASE PACK INDOOR SHOES ✪
✪ HAIR NEEDS TO BE UP AND OFF THE FACE ✪
✪ NO JEWELRY OR WATCHES DURING THE ACTIVITY ✪
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Class is billed monthly, based on the number of classes per month.
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13 Sessions Total
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No class the week of Thanksgiving.
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10% Sibling Discount
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10% Multi-Class Discount
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Sibling Discount of 10% and/or Multiple Class Discount of 10% applied automatically with every billing period.
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NO CLASS THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
WEEK OF THANKSGIVING.
Prices vary depending on which and how many classes your student is taking. for more info please visit our parent portal.​
Withdrawal & Refund Policy
No makeups, credits, discounts or transfers will be given for program absences
Tuition is non-transferable
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Behavior Policy
Circus can include high-risk activities, which is why safety is at the forefront of our program. Behavior that is disruptive, disrespectful, and/or dangerous impacts the safety of students and staff. Communication between coaches, students, and parents is an integral part of safety. 406Cirque works to accommodate and adapt to the needs of all students and families. 406Cirque Executive Director reserves the right to dismiss any camper whose behavior is not in the best interest of the program. No refunds will be made for dismissed students.
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