Jeugdcircus Reinardi – Hulst
Jeugdcircus Reinardi is a non-profit circus school founded on April 1, 1966, in Hulst, the Netherlands. It welcomes children and teenagers aged 6 to 16 and offers regular training in traditional circus disciplines. Young artists learn juggling, diabolo, plate spinning, unicycling, acrobatics, tightrope walking, ball balancing, and rola-bola. The organization places great emphasis on preparing performances, allowing students to showcase their skills to diverse audiences. It also organizes introductory workshops at local events and cultural gatherings. Operating as a non-profit organization, Jeugdcircus Reinardi fosters cooperation, perseverance, and self-confidence. In 2026, the organization celebrated its 60th anniversary.
4561 WE Hulst
Jeugdcircus Reinardi is a non-profit circus school located in Hulst , in the province of Zeeland, in the Netherlands.
Founded on April 1, 1966 , it has allowed children and teenagers for several generations to discover the circus arts and participate in real shows.
In 2026 , the association celebrates its 60th anniversary , testifying to its long-term commitment to the transmission of circus disciplines.
A historic circus school
Jeugdcircus Reinardi welcomes children and teenagers aged 6 to 16 years .
Its name refers to Renart the Fox , a famous character from medieval literature particularly associated with the history of the town of Hulst.
The association functions like a circus of young artists: participants learn different disciplines, train regularly and prepare acts to be presented in front of an audience.
This organization allows children to discover both the technical and artistic aspects of the circus.
Juggling and object manipulation
Juggling is one of the activities offered by Jeugdcircus Reinardi.
The children discover, among other things, the manipulation of Chinese plates , diabolos and clubs .
These disciplines help develop coordination , concentration and precision of movements.
Students progress by learning different figures and working on sequences adapted to their level.
The techniques acquired can then be integrated into the acts presented during the shows.
Unicycle and balance disciplines
Unicycling is another specialty of the association.
Participants gradually learn to maintain their balance, move around, and control their movements on a single wheel.
Jeugdcircus Reinardi also offers balancing acts on large circus balls .
This discipline requires developing stability , coordination and body control .
Tightrope walking is also among the activities taught.
Students can also discover the rola-bola, a device consisting of a board placed on a roller.
These exercises help to develop concentration and confidence in movements.
Acrobatics and body expression
Acrobatics plays an important role in the shows of Jeugdcircus Reinardi.
Children discover different acrobatic figures and learn to develop their coordination.
Group exercises promote cooperation and trust among participants.
The association also offers clown acts.
These activities allow young artists to develop their physical expression and their ability to communicate with an audience.
Regular training sessions
Jeugdcircus Reinardi organizes several training sessions each week.
The listed time slots are Wednesday and Thursday evenings , as well as Saturday mornings .
These training sessions allow young artists to work on their techniques and prepare for performances.
The association operates within a collective framework where children gradually learn to participate in the creation of acts.
The exact times and group allocation for the 2026-2027 season are yet to be confirmed directly with the team.
Shows in the region
Jeugdcircus Reinardi regularly presents shows at local events.
This allows young artists to perform in front of different audiences and discover the experience of being on stage.
The association is involved in particular during community festivals , cultural events and family events .
It also offers shows in facilities that house elderly people.
These performances allow the circus arts to be shared with several generations.
Workshops for children
In addition to training sessions, Jeugdcircus Reinardi organizes discovery workshops .
These activities are aimed particularly at children aged 6 and over.
They allow you to learn different circus disciplines in a fun setting.
Workshops can be offered during festivals, community events or cultural events.
They help to make circus arts known to a wider audience.
An association active since 1966
Jeugdcircus Reinardi is one of the historical associations of Hulst.
Since its creation, it has contributed to passing on traditional circus disciplines to new generations.
In 2026 , the association celebrates its 60th anniversary .
This event underlines the continuity of its artistic and educational project.
Through its regular training sessions, shows and workshops, Jeugdcircus Reinardi allows children to develop their physical and artistic skills while participating in a collective adventure.
The association thus constitutes an important structure for the amateur practice of circus arts in the Hulst region.
