Monokyklo – Contemporary Circus School

Monokyklo is a contemporary circus school and a non-profit cultural association founded in 2017 in Thessaloniki , Greece. Located at 4 Archelaou Street , in the Analipsi district, it offers courses, workshops and artistic projects for children, teenagers, adults and families.

The school develops an approach to circus arts based on creativity , cooperation , inclusion and individual progression . It combines the learning of circus techniques with the discovery of movement, bodily expression and the development of self-confidence.

A school open to all ages

Monokyklo welcomes beginners as well as people with prior experience in circus arts.

Children aged 3 to 5 discover their first circus activities through games of coordination, balance, and movement. The exercises are adapted to their development and emphasize physical exploration in a playful environment.

For older children, the school offers a progression based on juggling , floor acrobatics , balance , and artistic expression . Classes are organized according to different levels to allow each child to develop their skills at their own pace.

Teenagers can practice general circus arts as well as aerial disciplines, including silks and aerial hoop .

Adults also have a varied program including acrobatics, juggling, hand balances, aerial silks, aerial hoop and aerial swing.

The school also offers complementary activities such as contemporary dance , yoga , Acro Yoga and pole dance .

The subjects taught

Juggling plays an important role in Monokyklo's activities. It helps develop coordination, concentration, rhythm, and creativity through various object manipulation techniques.

Floor acrobatics promote strength, mobility, and body control. The exercises are adapted to the participants' abilities and allow them to progress within a structured educational framework.

Balancing , stilts and handstands complement this training by developing stability, posture and coordination.

Aerial disciplines also form an important part of the curriculum. Aerial silks, hoop, and aerial swing allow students to explore movements in suspension and develop acrobatic and choreographic sequences.

Clowning , physical theatre , and contemporary dance bring an expressive dimension to learning. These activities encourage improvisation, imagination, stage presence, and creativity.

Family circus workshops

Monokyklo organizes Family Circus workshops bringing together children and their parents or guardians.

These sessions allow us to discover circus arts together through games of balance, coordination and cooperation.

The activities encourage intergenerational exchange and offer a collective experience centered around movement and artistic discovery.

A pedagogy based on cooperation

Monokyklo's educational approach prioritizes learning through experience, play, and active participation.

Teachers adapt the exercises to the students' abilities and encourage individual progress within a group environment.

Circus practice helps develop physical skills, but also relational qualities such as listening , trust , mutual support and respect .

The association also uses circus arts as a tool for non-formal education , combining technical learning with personal and social development.

The social circus and inclusion

Social circus is an important aspect of Monokyklo's activities.

The association develops projects aimed at making circus arts accessible to diverse audiences, including people with disabilities and people facing social difficulties.

The workshops are designed to encourage participation, personal expression, and cooperation.

The team has experience in artistic and educational projects involving Roma communities, refugees, unaccompanied minors and audiences accommodated in specialized structures.

In 2026 , Monokyklo is developing adapted juggling activities, also known as Functional Juggling. This approach uses specific exercises and devices to facilitate juggling for people with different motor abilities.

On May 21, 2026 , the association is also organizing an event in Thessaloniki called Mia Bala pou Kyla , dedicated to accessible circus and the participation of people with and without disabilities.

Interventions in schools

Monokyklo works in schools in Thessaloniki to introduce students to circus arts.

These interventions include juggling , acrobatics , balancing acts and clowning .

The activities are adapted to the educational context and allow for the development of coordination, creativity, communication and cooperation.

The association also welcomes school groups to its training space.

Internships and activities during the holidays

In addition to its regular courses, Monokyklo organizes workshops and training sessions during school holidays.

These programs combine different circus disciplines with group games, creative activities and body expression exercises.

During the summer of 2026 , the school is offering activities for children, including an additional week organized from September 7 to 11 for children aged 4 to 10 .

These workshops allow participants to discover several artistic techniques and share a collective experience.

European artistic projects

Monokyklo also develops artistic creations and participates in European collaborations around contemporary circus, education and inclusion.

The association promotes exchanges between artists, educators, teachers and professionals in the cultural sector.

These collaborations make it possible to share teaching methods, develop joint projects and strengthen links between European circus structures.

Monokyklo members also participate in shows and creations combining circus arts, contemporary dance and physical theatre.

An active circus school in Thessaloniki

For the 2026-2027 school year, Monokyklo continues its activities with courses for children from 3 years old , teenagers, adults and families.

Its program combines traditional circus disciplines, aerial practices, physical activities and artistic expression projects.

Since its creation in 2017 , Monokyklo has contributed to the dissemination of contemporary and social circus in Greece.

Through its teaching, school interventions, inclusive projects and international collaborations, the association advocates for a practice of circus arts that is accessible , creative and open to all .