Circus Camp

(July 6-10)

Calling all circus stars of tomorrow!

We're thrilled to bring back Circus of the Kids for the fifth year!

Circus of the Kids travels around the country, teaching circus arts to children of all ages. It is the only program of its kind in the United States, and the JCC is proud to again host the Circus of the Kids. During this week-long Specialty Camp, campers are transformed into CIRCUS PERFORMERS!

In small groups, circus campers learn and practice the art of one of fifteen different circus acts, from trick roller skating, trapeze, fire-eating and aerial ballet to mini trampoline and other circus routines.

When campers are not practicing for Circus of the Kids, they participate in a broad range of other circus and camp activities, like the Circus Games, learning how to clown, mime, juggle, arts and crafts, swimming, sports and much more!

At the end of the week, the circus stars of tomorrow proudly present a full-fledged, professional circus performance for their fellow campers and community, complete with costumes.

Circus Camp Sign Ups

7 1st grade, 25 2nd-3rd grade, 28 4th-6th grade and 15 7th-8th grade circus stars are invited to participate. A limited number of spaces are available for entering 9th-12th graders as well.

Spaces will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. A waiting list will begin once age group spaces are filled.

The Circus of the Kids staff place participants in acts based on the camper's performance on Placement Night. Circus staff does its best to ensure all rehearsals are held between the regular camp day (9am-3:30pm) – however, due to the nature of the week some practices could be held between 3:30-7:00pm each night.

Important Dates for Circus Camp

Sunday, July 5th, 4:00pm - Mandatory placement Night and Parent Orientation: All performers must be at this placement meeting to eligible to perform in the circus. Anyone who does not attend will not have a role in the circus.
Thursday, July 9th, 7:00pm - Circus performance
Friday, July 10th, 10:30am - Circus Performance