Circus Skills Classes in Leeds — Beginners to Advanced
Circus classes for beginners and improvers with experienced, friendly teachers.
Circus classes in Leeds for complete beginners through to working performers. Learn aerial hoop, silks, trapeze, acrobatics and circus skills — whatever your starting point, there’s a class for you.
BEGINNER FRIENDLY
New to circus? Our beginner classes are a friendly, no-pressure place to start. You’ll learn the basics — acrobatics, juggling, aerial silks or hoop — with instructors who take it step by step and build your strength and confidence as you go. No experience needed. Come and give it a try.
TRAINED PERFORMERS
Already train? Our developer classes go further — advanced aerial, hand balancing and object manipulation — with instructors who’ll push you and give you proper feedback. Somewhere to keep progressing between shows.
Our classes run weekly, so you keep progressing week on week. If you're after a one-off, beginner-friendly session, have a look at our circus workshops.
Come and train with us
You’ll meet other circus people too — our classes are as much about the community as the skills. Check the timetable and book a class, or get in touch if you’re not sure where to start.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between classes and workshops?
Classes run weekly, so you build skills week on week — from complete beginner through to advanced. Workshops are one-off sessions, open to all ages and abilities — the easiest way to try circus for the first time.
Do I need experience to join a class?
No — our beginner classes are a friendly, no-pressure place to start. Instructors take it step by step and build your strength and confidence as you go.
What skills can I learn?
Beginner classes cover acrobatics, juggling, aerial silks and hoop. Developer classes go further — advanced aerial, hand balancing and object manipulation — with proper feedback from instructors who train performers.
When are classes on, and how do I book?
Check the timetable on our calendar page and book a class, or get in touch if you're not sure where to start.
How much do classes cost?
It varies class by class — some are free, and we work hard to keep training and learning affordable. Check the calendar for each class's details, or get in touch and ask.
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