Cirkuški krožek – SMC Rakovnik

Cirkuški krožek SMC Rakovnik – Contemporary circus workshop in Ljubljana

Cirkuški krožek SMC Rakovnik is a contemporary circus workshop for children, organized at the Salesian Youth Centre in Rakovnik , south of Ljubljana , Slovenia.

The program is developed in collaboration with Cirkus Fuskabo , a Slovenian school specializing in youth circus, circus arts and social pedagogy.

Led by Nina Perše and the coaches of Cirkus Fuskabo, the club welcomes children aged 8 to 14 who wish to discover circus disciplines in a collective, creative and encouraging environment.

Activities include juggling , object manipulation , balance exercises , aerial acrobatics and various contemporary circus techniques.

The workshop allows participants to develop their physical abilities, coordination, concentration and self-confidence, while discovering the pleasure of learning and practicing together.

A circus workshop at the Salesian Youth Centre

The club is hosted at Salezijanski mladinski center Rakovnik , a youth center located at Rakovniška ulica 6 , Ljubljana.

This place offers numerous educational, sporting and cultural activities for children, teenagers and young adults.

Participants can discover different disciplines, develop their talents and take part in the collective life of the centre.

The circus workshop enriches this offering by providing an activity that combines movement, skill and artistic expression.

It is part of an educational approach based on welcoming , cooperating and supporting young people .

Instruction provided by Cirkus Fuskabo

The club is managed by Nina Perše , accompanied by coaches from Cirkus Fuskabo.

This Slovenian circus school has been developing since 2012 in the Fužine district of Ljubljana.

It offers activities dedicated to youth circus , contemporary circus and social circus .

His approach combines technical learning, creativity, and personal development.

The collaboration with SMC Rakovnik makes it possible to offer this pedagogy to a new group of children in another district of Ljubljana.

Participants thus benefit from the experience of a team specializing in teaching circus arts.

Juggling

Juggling is one of the main disciplines of the workshop.

Children discover the principles of throwing and catching objects, as well as the first coordination exercises.

This practice develops precision of movement, concentration, and the ability to control several gestures simultaneously.

The learning process is progressive and allows each participant to discover the techniques at their own pace.

Juggling exercises require patience and perseverance.

They encourage children to repeat the movements, understand their mistakes, and appreciate their progress.

Juggling also allows you to develop creativity by combining different manipulations and sequences.

Object manipulation

The program also includes activities dedicated to the manipulation of circus objects.

This practice allows one to discover different forms of movement and coordination.

Children learn to control trajectories, adapt their movements and develop their dexterity.

Object manipulation complements juggling by offering other possibilities for experimentation.

Participants gradually discover how body movements influence those of accessories.

These exercises develop concentration, motor skills and the ability to perform precise movements.

They also offer a space for creativity and personal expression.

Balance exercises

Balance is another important component of teaching.

Children discover different situations that require them to control their posture and movements.

They learn to better understand their bodies, develop their stability, and improve their coordination.

Balance exercises require attention and concentration.

They also help to develop patience and self-confidence.

Each participant progresses according to their abilities, in a framework that encourages experimentation.

Balance training contributes to the development of physical skills useful in all circus disciplines.

Aerial acrobatics

Aerial acrobatics are also among the activities announced in the program.

They allow children to discover movement in suspension and different possibilities for bodily expression in the air.

Learning combines coordination, physical preparation, body control, and technical progression.

The exercises are adapted to the age and abilities of the participants.

Aerial work helps develop strength, mobility, concentration and confidence.

Children gradually discover new sensations and learn to control their movements in a structured environment.

A teaching method accessible to beginners

The club welcomes children without requiring any prior experience in circus arts.

The exercises are adapted to individual abilities and allow for a gradual discovery of the disciplines.

Each participant can learn at their own pace, without any performance requirements.

The coaches seek to create an environment in which children feel encouraged and supported.

Learning is based on the repetition of movements, experimentation, and the pleasure of discovering new techniques.

This approach allows beginners to gain confidence and more experienced children to continue their progress.

Develop patience and perseverance

Circus disciplines often require time and practice before a figure can be mastered.

The workshop allows children to discover the importance of patience and perseverance.

Participants learn to repeat an exercise, listen to coaches' advice, and adapt their movements.

Difficulties become learning opportunities.

Every step forward helps to build self-confidence.

The circus thus allows one to develop personal qualities that go beyond mere artistic practice.

Learning to cooperate

Teamwork plays an important role in the program.

The children participate in exercises and activities that encourage cooperation.

They learn to respect instructions, to listen to others and to share the practice space.

Group activities promote mutual support and communication.

Participants also discover the importance of supporting the progress of other group members.

This social dimension helps to create a positive and encouraging atmosphere.

Creativity and personal expression

The circus offers many creative opportunities.

The techniques learned can be associated with personal movements, displacements and sequences.

Children are encouraged to experiment and develop their imagination.

The workshop allows participants to discover different ways of expressing themselves through the body and objects.

This creative dimension complements the technical exercises.

It helps to make circus a fully-fledged artistic activity, in which each participant can find their own way of practicing.

A complete physical activity

Circus arts require a wide range of physical abilities.

• Juggling develops coordination and precision.
• Balance exercises improve stability and body awareness.
• Aerial acrobatics require strength, mobility and body control.

The diversity of activities allows children to discover several forms of movement.

This practice contributes to the development of their motor skills in a playful setting.

It also allows you to discover a physical activity that is different from traditional sports.

An educational and caring environment

The Salesian Youth Centre in Rakovnik develops its activities according to an educational approach inspired by Don Bosco .

This teaching method places great importance on welcoming, trust, and personal relationships.

The center seeks to offer young people a space in which they can develop their abilities, build positive relationships and participate in community life.

The circus workshop is part of this approach.

Children discover an activity that values effort, personal expression, and cooperation.

The coaches support the participants in their progress while encouraging their autonomy.

An opening towards the social circus

The collaboration with Cirkus Fuskabo also brings a dimension of social education.

This organization uses circus arts as tools for personal development, inclusion, and cooperation.

The activities allow young people to discover their abilities in a group environment.

They promote self-confidence, perseverance and relationships between participants.

Rakovnik's club shares this philosophy by offering accessible teaching, adapted to individual abilities and based on the pleasure of learning.

A regular activity during the school year

Cirkuški krožek is one of the regular activities offered by the Salesian Youth Centre in Rakovnik.

Its program has been renewed for the 2026–2027 school year.

Children can thus discover several circus disciplines within the framework of a structured learning program.

The regularity of the sessions allows for the gradual development of technical and physical skills.

It also promotes the creation of relationships between participants and a sense of belonging to a group.

Discover circus arts in Ljubljana

Cirkuški krožek SMC Rakovnik allows children in Ljubljana to discover contemporary circus in an educational and friendly setting.

Thanks to the collaboration between the Salesian Youth Centre and Cirkus Fuskabo, the program combines specialized teaching skills with an environment dedicated to supporting young people.

Participants can discover juggling , object manipulation , balancing and aerial acrobatics while developing their coordination, creativity and self-confidence.

The workshop encourages cooperation, patience and the pleasure of making progress.

It constitutes a space for artistic discovery and collective learning within the Rakovnik district of Ljubljana.