Head Back to Circus School with Fall Kids' Classes, Discounted Pricing and Intro Workshops

Aug. 17, 2012 - PRLog -- Summer is almost over, but the fun is just getting started! Philadelphia School of Circus Arts (PSCA) announces a full lineup of 28 youth classes that start Tuesday, September 4 through Monday, November 19, 2012.  Exciting changes to fall session include more class times and reduced pricing.  For the newcomers, kids can get a one-time taste of circus arts with Intro to Kids Circus Workshops on Thursday, August 30 and Friday, August 31, 2012 that carry an extremely discounted, $5 enrollment fee. This fall sees the re-launch of the PSCA Youth Troupe. Enthusiastic youth seeking more intense circus training and performance opportunities are invited to audition! All classes and activities will take place at PSCA, 5900A Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144.  Registration is now open at www.phillycircus.com or by calling (215) 849-1991.

** INTRO TO KIDS CIRCUS WORKSHOPS **

INTRO TO KIDS CIRCUS (Ages 5-10)
Thursday, August 30 at 3:30pm and 5:00pm
Friday, August 31 at 3:30pm
$5 each
Philadelphia School of Circus Arts presents a fun and challenging circus sampler!  This one-time introductory workshop will introduce five to ten year olds to rope-climbing, trapeze, tightwire, juggling, rolling globe, plate-spinning and tumbling. The excitement begins with a demonstration by professional adult performers. Warning: Intro circus lessons have been known to cause children to want to run away and join Philadelphia’s finest circus!  

** FALL SESSION AT A GLANCE **

From Tuesday, September 4 through Monday, November 19, PSCA will offer 28 youth classes during an eleven-week session. Youth classes are available for children ages 18 months to 15 years.

** HIGHLIGHTED FULL SESSION COURSES **

TOTS CIRCUS (Ages 3-4)
Tuesday, September 4 to Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15pm-3:00pm
Full Session (11 Weeks) $143
Get them started early! Bring your little circus performer to this fun and challenging class. Under the guidance of our seasoned instructors, they will be introduced to aerial rope and static trapeze. They will also learn to walk on the tightwire  and juggle scarves.  In this safe and supportive environment, they'll explore gross-motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and circus playtime as a group.

YOUTH CIRCUS (AGES 7-10)

Tuesday, September 9 to Monday, November 19, 2012 (See specific date/session range)
Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Saturdays, 9:45-10:45am
Full Session (11 Weeks) $157
Youth Circus is a great way to get your kids moving after a long day in the classroom. Seven to ten year olds are at the perfect age for learning circus skills. They are confident, enthusiastic and thrilled by new challenges. PSCA has plenty to offer them with lessons that include trapeze, tightwire, juggling, rolling globe, plate-spinning and tumbling. They'll be having so much fun, they won't even realize what great exercise and coordination development they're getting.

YOUTH AERIALS LEVEL 1 (AGES 8-15)
Monday, September 9 to Monday, November 19 (See specific date/session range)
Mondays or Thursdays, 5:00pm-6:15pm
Saturdays, 11:00am-12:15pm
Full Session (11 Weeks) $228
For kids and teens ready to really train on the aerial equipment, PSCA offers the Aerials Level 1 Class. Youth lessons include static trapeze, rope, fabric and physical conditioning. Lessons feature creative ways to build upper body and core strength, while improving flexibility. They'll be having so much fun, they won't even realize what great exercise and coordination development they're getting.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Dates and times to be scheduled with staff
$70-$150 per lesson

Students looking to finally master that tumbling move or improve aerial technique can schedule private lessons with PSCA’s experienced staff. Private lessons take circus arts training to the next level through focused, one-on-one training. Faculty can customize a unique schedule to fit your child’s needs.

** PSCA YOUTH TROUPE **

YOUTH TROUPE RETURNS TO PSCA 2012-13 (AGES 8-15)
Auditions: Friday, September 7, 2012, 4:30pm
Full session (9 months) $132.50

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts will re-launch Youth Troupe for the 2012-13 season. PSCA will bring together advanced youth circus performers to host a unique learning experience for the youngsters, and to stage a new set of breathtaking circus performances involving youths. Meeting twice weekly, advanced juggling, unicycling and acrobatic kids will train more intensely and take on new performance opportunities. For questions, comments or to sign up for an audition slot please contact Kitsie at kitsie@phillycircus.com.