Circle of Arts – AFUK, Copenhagen

Circle of Arts is a new circus and performing arts association located in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Located in the premises of AFUK, the Akademiet For Utæmmet Kreativitet, it offers regular circus courses for children, teenagers and adults.

The association brings together approximately 450 members and develops an artistic environment that promotes learning, creativity, encounters and collective work.

It offers a wide variety of circus disciplines, ranging from ground acrobatics to aerial arts, including juggling and balancing.

An association dedicated to the new circus

Circle of Arts aims to make circus arts accessible to a diverse audience.

The association considers the circus as an artistic activity combining movement, creativity and the development of physical abilities.

Participants can discover different disciplines, progress at their own pace and develop their skills in a collective environment.

The teaching places particular emphasis on the enjoyment of practice, self-confidence, and the creation of bonds between students.

Classes starting from age 4

Circle of Arts welcomes children from the age of 4 .

Younger children can discover circus arts through activities adapted to their physical development.

The exercises help to work on coordination, balance, agility and body awareness.

The approach emphasizes play and experimentation in order to develop the pleasure of movement.

Children gradually discover different disciplines and learn to use their bodies in new ways.

A progressive program for young people

Courses for children and teenagers are organized according to a pedagogical system called Stage.

Participants progress through several levels, depending on their age and experience.

Beginners usually start at Stage 1 level.

The goal is to allow students to stay with the same group and progress together over the years.

This organization promotes cohesion, trust and educational continuity.

Young people discover different disciplines while developing their strength, mobility, coordination and artistic expression.

Ground acrobatics

Floor acrobatics is one of the main disciplines taught.

Participants can discover different movement techniques and gradually develop their physical abilities.

The exercises help to work on coordination, balance and body control.

The courses are adapted to the skill levels of the participants.

Adults can participate in sessions for beginners and intermediate levels.

Acrobatics in pairs and groups

Circle of Arts also offers group acrobatics activities.

Participants can learn different partner lifting and balancing techniques.

This practice develops communication, coordination, and mutual trust.

The exercises also allow us to discover the artistic possibilities of collective movement.

Specific duo acrobatics classes are offered to adults of all levels.

Balances

Balance disciplines occupy an important place in the activities offered.

Participants can discover different apparatus such as the rola-bola , the balance ball , the tightrope and the slack rope .

These practices develop concentration, coordination, and control of movements.

They also help to develop patience and perseverance.

Handstand

Handstands are among the disciplines taught.

Participants learn to develop their strength, stability, and body awareness.

The exercises allow you to gradually work on inverted positions.

This practice also provides useful preparation for other acrobatic disciplines.

Juggling

Juggling is one of the disciplines offered by Circle of Arts.

Participants can discover different object manipulation techniques.

This practice develops coordination, concentration, and precision.

Juggling also offers many opportunities for artistic creation and collaborative work.

Hula-hoop

The hula hoop is also among the circus activities offered.

Participants can discover different manipulation and movement techniques with hoops.

This discipline allows you to work on coordination, rhythm and body expression.

It can also be incorporated into stage productions.

Trapeze

Trapeze is one of the aerial disciplines included in the teaching.

Participants can discover different positions and movement techniques on this suspended apparatus.

This practice requires strength, coordination, and body control.

It also helps to develop self-confidence and awareness of movements in suspension.

Aerial hoop

Aerial hoop is another discipline offered.

Participants learn to move on a suspended hoop and perform different acrobatic positions.

The exercises help to develop strength, balance and flexibility.

This discipline also offers numerous opportunities for artistic creation.

Aerial fabric

Circle of Arts also offers aerial silks practice.

Participants can discover the techniques of suspension, climbing and movement on a fabric.

This discipline requires strength, coordination and flexibility.

It also helps to develop body control and confidence in aerial movements.

Smooth rope

The smooth rope is one of the aerial disciplines taught.

Participants learn to develop their strength and coordination on a vertical apparatus.

This practice allows you to work on climbs, positions and transitions.

It is a demanding discipline combining technique and body control.

Aerial straps

Aerial straps are also among the disciplines offered.

This practice requires significant strength and stability.

Participants can discover different positions and movements while suspended.

Aerial straps are a specialty of contemporary circus.

Chinese pole

The Chinese pole is one of the circus disciplines represented within the association.

This discipline involves performing different positions and maneuvers on a vertical pole.

It requires strength, coordination and body control.

It also allows for the development of a particular artistic expression.

Courses for adults

Circle of Arts offers several packages designed for adults.

Participants can take courses in ground acrobatics, duo acrobatics and aerial acrobatics.

The levels offered range from beginner to advanced, depending on the discipline.

Adult classes are taught in English, which allows us to welcome international practitioners.

The teaching combines technique, physical preparation and creativity.

A pedagogy attentive to progression

The association places great importance on individual progress.

Participants are encouraged to discover new disciplines and to gradually take on challenges suited to their abilities.

The exercises help to develop strength, mobility, coordination and body awareness.

Working together also promotes trust and communication between students.

The goal is to provide a safe and stimulating learning environment.

U-kompagniet: a company for young people

Circle of Arts has a youth company called U-kompagniet .

It allows participants to develop a more in-depth artistic practice.

The members work in circus disciplines, stage expression and collective creation.

The company trains twice a week .

In particular, she prepares an annual show and participates in international circus festivals for young people.

This activity allows young people to discover different stages of creating a show.

Shows and performances

Circle of Arts regularly organizes performances and artistic events.

These activities allow participants to showcase their skills in front of an audience.

The shows may combine different circus disciplines and forms of stage expression.

Preparing a performance encourages teamwork, creativity, and personal commitment.

Workshops and internships

In addition to regular classes, Circle of Arts organizes workshops and training courses.

These activities allow members to discover new techniques or to deepen their knowledge of a particular discipline.

Some workshops are offered at the initiative of the association's members.

This organization promotes the exchange of knowledge and active participation in the life of the place.

Free training sessions

Circle of Arts also offers opportunities for self-directed training.

Members can access certain spaces to work on their techniques or prepare artistic projects.

A group training session is organized on Sundays from 11am to 3pm .

This formula allows practitioners to continue their learning outside of supervised classes.

Professional facilities in AFUK

Circle of Arts uses the facilities of AFUK, an arts center located in the Sydhavnen district of Copenhagen.

The venue hosts various activities dedicated to circus arts, physical theatre and contemporary creation.

The spaces allow for the organization of classes, training sessions, workshops and performances.

This location also promotes encounters between amateurs, students and professional artists.

An association open to the international community

Circle of Arts develops local and international collaborations.

The youth company participates in circus festivals abroad.

The association also hosts artistic activities bringing together participants from different backgrounds.

This openness helps to enrich the experiences of members and to develop exchanges around the new circus.

An association supported by the city of Copenhagen

Circle of Arts receives support from the Copenhagen municipality.

This support contributes to the development of community activities and access to artistic practices.

The association thus participates in local cultural life and in the transmission of circus arts to young people.

A complete circus school

Circle of Arts stands out for the diversity of disciplines offered, its progressive educational organization and its openness to different audiences.

Children can discover the circus from the age of 4.

Teenagers can deepen their practice and participate in creative projects.

Adults have access to courses adapted to different levels.

The U-kompagniet company and open training sessions complement this offer.

Thanks to its location at AFUK and its artistic environment, Circle of Arts is an important place for the transmission and practice of new circus in Copenhagen.