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Circus Summer Camp Open for Registration
Kids 7 - 13 learn Flying Trapeze, Acrobatics, Juggling and More!
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! Circus Center of San Francisco is thrilled to announce the opening of registration for its 2026 summer camp, designed to give children a chance to experience the magic of the circus firsthand. Whether your child is a beginner or an aspiring performer, our expert coaches provide a supportive environment for kids aged 7-13 to learn, grow, and fly.
Our summer circus camp offers a unique blend of physical activity and artistic expression. Campers will explore a variety of skills, including:
- Aerial Arts: Flying trapeze, aerials, and static trapeze
- Acrobatics: Tumbling, human pyramids, and trampoline.
- Juggling & Manipulation: Juggling, diabolo, and plate spinning.
- Clowning: Physical comedy, character development, and performance skills.
"Our mission is to help kids build self-confidence, teamwork, and strength, all while having fun," says James Dallape, Camp Director. "We are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where every child feels empowered to try something new, whether that is taking flight on the trapeze or learning to juggle".
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Weekly sessions run 9 am - 3 pm Monday - Friday from June 8 to August 14th, with options for extended care. Space is limited to ensure personalized instruction.
For more information please visit circuscenter.org/camp or contact info@circuscenter.org
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About San Francisco Circus Center:
For over 40 years Circus Center has been one of San Francisco’s most treasured arts institutions, offering classes for every age and level of ability in such disciplines as flying trapeze, acrobatics, aerial arts, contortion, and juggling. It is home to the celebrated San Francisco Youth Circus, a pre-professional youth troupe that has sent students on to careers in circuses around the world. Community engagement is a vital part of the mission of Circus Center. The Circus in the City Program brings the social-emotional benefits of circus to the Tenderloin and other underserved communities through a partnership with the City of San Francisco.
