Familienzirkus – SPORTUNION Leopoldau

Familienzirkus is a circus arts initiation program offered by SPORTUNION Leopoldau , a sports association located in the Leopoldau district, north of Vienna, Austria.

This weekly activity is aimed at children aged 3 to 6 and allows them to discover different circus disciplines through games, motor skills exercises and workshops adapted to their age.

The program combines circus arts with activities inspired by parent-child gymnastics and sports courses.

Its goal is to enable young participants to develop their physical abilities, coordination and self-confidence while discovering the joy of practicing circus arts.

An introduction to the circus from age 3

Familienzirkus offers a first introduction to circus disciplines for children aged 3 to 6 .

The activities are designed to allow younger children to explore different forms of movement.

Participants can experience several exercises adapted to their abilities and gradually discover the fundamental principles of balance, coordination and acrobatics.

The approach emphasizes play, discovery and the pleasure of movement.

Juggling and object manipulation

Juggling is one of the disciplines offered in the program.

Children discover the principles of object manipulation through exercises adapted to their age.

These activities help to develop hand-eye coordination, concentration, and precision of movement.

The discovery of juggling also contributes to the development of motor skills and agility.

Discovering the unicycle

Familienzirkus also offers an introduction to unicycling.

This discipline allows children to discover the principles of balance and movement control.

The exercises are adapted to the abilities of the participants and allow for the gradual development of stability and coordination.

Unicycling is a complementary activity to the other motor skills exercises offered during the sessions.

Ground acrobatics

Children can discover different forms of ground acrobatics.

The activities include movement, coordination and body control exercises adapted for younger children.

These practices help to develop muscular strength, flexibility and agility.

Ground acrobatics also helps to improve body perception in space.

Introduction to aerial acrobatics

The program also includes activities to discover aerial acrobatics.

Children can explore different forms of movement and suspension adapted to their age.

These exercises help develop strength, coordination and confidence in their physical abilities.

Aerial acrobatics thus constitutes a first approach to the suspended disciplines of the circus.

A variety of motor skills courses

One of the distinctive features of Familienzirkus is its organization around different activity stations.

Children can discover several exercises during the same session.

The workshops combine circus disciplines with elements of gymnastics and circuit training.

This diversity allows for the use of different physical abilities, including strength, endurance, balance and agility.

Participants thus discover different possibilities for movement in a playful environment.

An activity to enjoy as a family

Familienzirkus offers a family-friendly approach to discovering circus arts.

Children can participate in the sessions with or without their parents.

This flexibility allows families to choose the participation method that best suits their child.

The activities are inspired in particular by parent-child gymnastics, in which adults can accompany younger children in their first motor experiences.

The program thus encourages the enjoyment of engaging in physical activity and discovering new disciplines together.

Weekly classes during the school year

Familienzirkus classes are held every Friday afternoon in a sports hall located in Vienna.

The sessions last an hour and a half .

The annual program includes 40 sessions , organized only during school days.

Children can participate throughout the year in order to gradually develop their physical abilities and familiarity with different disciplines.

An activity accessible to beginners

Familienzirkus welcomes both beginner children and those who have already participated in gymnastic or circus activities.

The exercises allow everyone to discover the disciplines offered according to their abilities.

The main objective is to promote the motor development of young participants rather than the pursuit of athletic performance.

The activities encourage curiosity, experimentation, and discovery.

A first introduction to circus arts in Vienna

Thanks to its program combining juggling, unicycle, aerial acrobatics, ground acrobatics and motor skills courses, Familienzirkus allows young children to discover several families of circus arts.

The activity provides a fun introduction to circus arts and can allow participants to develop an interest in these disciplines.

Organised by SPORTUNION Leopoldau , this programme represents an opportunity for families residing in the north of Vienna to discover the circus arts.