Circus Apeldoorn – Jeugdcircus Acrodoorn

Circus Apeldoorn is a non-profit circus school located in Apeldoorn, in the province of Gelderland, Netherlands. It originated from the Acrodoorn association, created in 2010 to develop the practice of acrobatics in the region.

In 2012, the association expanded its activities by opening a circus school for children and teenagers.

Today, Circus Apeldoorn offers a regular program including circus , juggling , unicycle and acrobatics classes, as well as sessions specially designed for young children accompanied by their parents.

The school welcomes participants of different ages and levels, in an environment that prioritizes safety , friendliness and the pleasure of practicing .

A circus school open to all

Circus Apeldoorn wants to make circus arts accessible to as many people as possible .

Children can begin their learning from the age of 4 in parent-child sessions.

From the age of 6 , they can join general circus classes.

Specific groups also cater to children aged 7 to 11 and teenagers aged 12 to 18 .

Adults have access to courses dedicated to juggling and acrobatics .

The teaching is adapted to the abilities and experience of each participant.

Beginners gradually discover the different techniques, while experienced practitioners can deepen their skills.

Juggling and object manipulation

Juggling is one of the important disciplines at the school.

Students learn to manipulate different accessories and develop their coordination .

The courses include, among other things, juggling with balls , diabolo and Chinese plates .

The devil stick , also called flowerstick, is one of the techniques offered.

These disciplines allow one to work on concentration , precision of gestures and mastery of movements .

Participants can gradually learn new moves and build sequences.

The association also offers a juggling course for teenagers and adults.

Unicycle and balance disciplines

Unicycling is one of the activities offered by Circus Apeldoorn.

Students learn techniques to balance, move, and control their movements on a single wheel.

The school also offers balance exercises on a circus ball .

This discipline develops stability , coordination and body awareness .

Participants can also discover waveboards, which allow them to work on their dynamic balance.

The exercises are adapted to the students' level in order to promote steady progress.

Acrobatics and physical preparation

Acrobatics occupies a central place in the history of the association.

Acrodoorn was created to allow the inhabitants of Apeldoorn to practice this discipline in a non-competitive setting.

The courses emphasize human balance , cooperation between partners , and movement control .

Participants learn to build collective figures and develop their mutual trust .

Education places particular importance on safety .

The goal is to progress through technique , coordination and communication rather than physical strength alone.

Adults can participate in a weekly training session dedicated to acrobatics.

Discovering aerial disciplines

Circus Apeldoorn also offers an introduction to aerial silks.

This discipline allows you to discover suspended movements and develop strength , flexibility and coordination .

Students gradually learn fundamental techniques adapted to their level.

Aerial silks are integrated into the general program for discovering circus arts.

Clown and artistic expression

The school also offers clowning and circus theatre activities.

These disciplines allow participants to develop their creativity and body expression .

Students discover different ways to communicate with an audience and to use their technical skills in an artistic presentation.

The teaching encourages imagination , experimentation and the joy of play .

This artistic dimension complements the technical learning.

Parent-child sessions

Circus Apeldoorn offers courses specifically designed for children aged 4 to 6 accompanied by their parents.

These sessions combine motor games , balance exercises , acrobatics and the discovery of circus equipment .

The activities allow children to develop their coordination and motor skills .

Parents are invited to participate in the exercises.

This approach promotes cooperation and allows families to discover circus arts together.

The age range of 4 to 6 years is an indication : the school may also accommodate some slightly younger or older children, depending on their development.

A non-competitive pedagogy

Circus Apeldoorn favours a recreational and educational approach.

Unlike some sports disciplines, the courses are not based on competition .

Each participant progresses according to their abilities and objectives.

The school encourages mutual support , trust and cooperation .

Students learn to work together and respect each other's abilities.

This approach helps to develop coordination , concentration , perseverance and self-confidence .

Shows and presentations

At the end of the season, the school regularly organizes presentations allowing students to showcase the techniques learned during classes.

These performances are intended primarily for families and friends.

Participants can prepare acts combining juggling , acrobatics , balance and theatrical expression .

The association also organizes group events, including a circus weekend bringing together children from different groups and their families.

These activities help to strengthen the bonds between participants.

Courses for adults

In addition to its circus school for children, Acrodoorn offers courses for teenagers and adults.

The program includes, among other things, a weekly juggling class .

The association also organizes acrobatics training sessions in pairs or groups .

Participants can discover the basics of this discipline or delve deeper into more advanced techniques.

The teaching is accessible to beginners as well as experienced practitioners .

A financially accessible school

Circus Apeldoorn seeks to make its activities accessible to families.

The association offers rates adapted to different age groups.

Discounts are planned for certain groups, particularly families with modest incomes.

The school also participates in local initiatives to facilitate children's access to sports and cultural activities.

A free trial session is offered to those wishing to discover the courses.

A circus school in Apeldoorn

Circus Apeldoorn's activities take place in two gymnasiums in the city.

Circus classes for children, teenagers and parent-child classes take place at the De Keerkring gymnasium.

Acrobatics and juggling classes for adults are held at the Warenargaarde gymnasium.

Thanks to its weekly classes, the diversity of its disciplines and its pedagogical approach based on cooperation, Circus Apeldoorn constitutes an important structure for the discovery and practice of circus arts in the Apeldoorn region.

The association allows children, teenagers and adults to develop their technical and artistic skills in a welcoming environment, without the objective of competition .