Circus Classes


JOIN THE CIRCUS WITHOUT LEAVING HOME
We have classes for everyone. Looking for a fun, dynamic workout that's far from your typical fitness class? Are you an aspiring performer and need the skills and motivation to excel on stage and in life? Or, just searching for a creative outlet for your energetic and adventurous child?

Circus Classes Los AngelesKinetic Theory Circus Arts has the only progressive, skill-based circus classes and theatre training program in the Los Angeles area. This unique program offers students of all ages and all levels classes and high-quality training from experienced professionals. Whether learning the basics, developing an act for a show, or just having fun, the Kinetic Theory Circus Arts program and classes will help you reach your goals.




Class Schedule MAY 12-AUGUST 31, 2008
Our Culver City training studio is open. For more information, prices or to sign-up for a class email us or call (310) 606-2617.

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Kids Classes
(ages 2-15)

Circus Together (ages 2-3)
Tuesdays 10:00-11:00am
Wednesdays 2:00-3:00pm
A class for toddlers and their parent or caregiver to play, move and explore!
Pre-school Circus Stars
(ages 3-5)

Mondays 2:30-3:30pm (ages 3-4)
Tuesdays 3:00-4:00pm (Ages 4-5)
3-5 yr. olds work coordination, motor and social skills while learning the fundamentals of acrobatics, juggling and object manipulation as well as expressive movement.
Youth Circus Arts (ages 6+)
Mondays 3:30-5:00pm
Wednesdays 3:30-5:00pm
Introduces kids ages 6 and up to the dynamic art or circus. Students learn basic acrobatics, partner acrobatics and hand-balancing as well as juggling and object manipulation, clowning and expressive movement. 
Youth Aerial Arts (ages 8-15)
Mondays 5:00-6:30pm
Wednesdays 4:30-6:00pm
This class focuses on aerial training on static trapeze, rope and tissue. Heavy emphasis is placed on safety and technique as well as fundamentals of performance  and choreography.
Youth Contortion (ages 8-15)
Mondays 5:00-6:30pm
Students begin to explore the acrobatic art of flexibility. Students will learn proper stretching and breathing techniques, a basic trick repertoire and fundamentals of performance and choreography.
Stage Stars (ages 5-7 & 7-12)
Thursdays 3:00-4:00pm (Ages 5-7)
Fridays 4:00-5:30pm (Ages 7-12)
This class is for those kids who just live for the spotlight! Students learn to use improvisation, classical mime technique, and traditional and experimental theatre methods to create stories and express ideas on stage.
Youth Performance Troupe
(ages 8-15)

By invitation/audition only
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm
Sundays 10:00-1:00pm (optional)
By audition only-Intermediate to advanced students can continue to perfect their circus skills while learning to work as an ensemble and hone their craft as performers.


Don't see the class you want?
We are always taking suggestions for new classes. Contact us with your requests.
ADULT Classes
(ages 16+)

Intensive Stretching
Thursday 10:00-11:30am
Just a little bit of focus on your flexibility and you'll be amazed at the results! This class emphasizes proper technique, posture and alignment.
Circus Conditioning
Tuesdays 11:00-12:30pm
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
(all levels welcome, but not for the weary!)
This intense class combines strength training on trapeze and aerial rope with stretching exercises. Students will increase flexibility and range of motion while building muscle tone and control.

Aerial Conditioning
Sundays 5:00-6:30pm
(for experienced aerialists)
Similar to 'Circus Conditioning' but designed specifically for aerialists, this class includes a tailored strength workout on trapeze, rope and tissue, core strength building as well as flexibility exercises targeted for aerialists' problem areas. Want to feel strong, light and nimble in the air? This class is for you!

Beginning Aerial Arts
Mondays 6:30-8:00pm
Fridays 7:30-9:00pm
Students in this class will learn the basics of aerial training gaining a strong foundation of skills on static trapeze, aerial rope (spanish web) and aerial tissue (silk). A strong emphasis is placed on developing strength and flexibility as well as building a basic trick repertoire including simple combinations and choreography. Each session culminates in an in-class demo performance.
INTERMEDIATE & Advanced
Aerial Arts

By invitation/audition only
Mondays 8:00-10:00pm
Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm
(coach evaluation required)
This class is for experienced aerialists ready to put their skills to work on stage. Continued work on conditioning and skill development is emphasized, while exploring improvisation and choreography. Each session culminates in an in-class demo performance.

Beginning Contortion
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm
Sundays 3:30-5:00pm
The acrobatic art of contortion requires not only flexibility and grace but strength and muscle control. Students will learn proper stretching and conditioning techniques and work basic skills as well as fundamental elements of choreography. Each session culminates in an in-class demo performance.
Beginning Acrobatics
Mondays 6:30-8:00pm
Fridays 11:00-12:30pm
Learn the basics of tumbling and hand-balancing. A great workout and foundation class for any circus discipline!
Physicalize
Fridays 6:30-7:30pm
Quite possibly the most fun you'll have all week! This class fuses traditional improv games with creative movement, mime and clowning exercises. Lose your inhibitions, feel free and creative, and learn to communicate with your body!
Performance Troupe
By invitation/audition only
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-9:00pm
& Sundays 10:00-1:00pm

This program is designed for intermediate to advanced students who want to train at a professional level and reach a high-level of artistry as a performer. Troupe members continue to perfect their circus skills while learning to work as an ensemble and hone their craft as performers. Students at this level also gain "real-life" experience by performing in Kinetic Theory shows and at community events.


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Circus Classes Los Angeles





birthday Parties
company parties
& special events

We offer unique party packages for kids and adults. You and your guests will learn the basics of circus: juggling, clowning, aerial arts, acrobatics and more! You can even show off you new skills in your very own circus show!

Bring your group to our Culver City studio or we can come to you! Contact us for more information on our party packages (310) 606-2617.


Private Lessons
Individual and group private lessons are available in contortion, hand-balancing, acrobatics or partner acrobatics and aerial arts as well as mime, character development, physical improvisation, choreography and act development.

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