Sundsvalls Stadscirkus – Sundsvall

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus is an association dedicated to circus arts, located in Sundsvall, in the Västernorrland region of Sweden.

The school welcomes children, teenagers and adults wishing to discover or deepen their knowledge of different circus disciplines.

His teaching combines acrobatics , balance , juggling and aerial arts in an environment that promotes creativity, self-confidence and the pleasure of practicing.

The activities take place in a space specially designed for the circus, called Cirkusverkstan .

An association open to all

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus wants to make circus arts accessible to a diverse audience.

The association welcomes both beginners and practitioners who already have experience.

It also affirms its willingness to welcome people with different types of disabilities.

His philosophy is based on the pleasure of movement, experimentation and personal development, without seeking competition or imposed performance .

Participants can discover new physical and artistic abilities while progressing at their own pace.

Circus classes for children aged 4 and up

Younger children can discover circus arts through a family program designed for children aged 4 to 7 .

The sessions are organised with the participation of an accompanying adult.

The activities allow children to discover movement, balance and coordination in a playful environment.

This initial approach promotes self-confidence and the enjoyment of engaging in physical activity as a family.

Classes for children

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus offers general courses for primary school children.

Participants discover the basics of different circus disciplines.

The exercises help to develop coordination, balance, strength and body awareness.

The courses are accessible to beginners as well as children who have already practiced circus arts.

The goal is to promote progress tailored to each individual's abilities.

Courses for teenagers

The association also offers a group for teenagers aged 13 to 16 .

Participants can discover different disciplines and deepen their skills.

The exercises are tailored to each person's experience and goals.

This organization allows beginners and experienced young practitioners to share training sessions.

Aerial arts

Aerial disciplines occupy an important place in the activities offered.

The school organizes specific courses for children, teenagers and adults.

Students can practice aerial silks , aerial rope and aerial hoop .

The courses for teenagers and adults also allow you to discover aerial straps and the aerial sling .

The exercises develop strength, coordination, flexibility and body control.

Aerial fabric

Aerial silks is one of the main disciplines taught.

Participants learn the techniques of suspension, climbing and moving on a fabric.

This activity requires strength, coordination and flexibility.

Students can gradually learn different positions and develop their mastery of aerial movements.

The aerial hoop

Aerial hoop is also among the disciplines practiced.

Participants learn to move on a suspended hoop and discover different acrobatic figures.

This activity develops balance, strength, and coordination.

It also allows for the exploration of different possibilities for artistic creation.

Acrobatic lifts

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus offers specific acrobatic lift courses for teenagers from 16 years old and adults.

Participants work with one or more partners.

The exercises combine balance, mutual support, and coordination of movements.

This discipline helps to develop confidence, communication and teamwork.

The courses are accessible to beginners and it is not necessary to register with a partner.

Hand balance and flexibility

The school also offers courses dedicated to hand balance and flexibility.

Participants work on their stability, strength, and mobility.

The exercises allow you to progress in inverted positions and develop better body awareness.

These skills can also be used in other acrobatic disciplines.

Juggling and balance disciplines

The facilities at Sundsvalls Stadscirkus have equipment for practicing juggling and various balance disciplines.

Participants can use unicycles , juggling equipment, balance wires and slacklines .

The place also has a Chinese pole and a Cyr wheel .

These facilities enhance the discovery and training opportunities offered by the association.

Cirkusverkstan: a space dedicated to the circus

The activities take place at Cirkusverkstan , located at Verkstadsgatan 2, in Sundsvall.

This former industrial building has been converted to accommodate circus training.

The facilities include suspension structures for aerial apparatus, landing mats and various specialized equipment.

The venue includes ropes, aerial silks, hoops, trapezes, trampolines and balance equipment.

This environment allows for the organization of a wide variety of activities.

A pedagogy based on pleasure

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus favours an approach to circus based on the pleasure of practice.

The association aims to provide an environment in which participants can experiment without the pressure of competition.

The exercises encourage creativity, perseverance, and the discovery of new abilities.

Teachers support students in their progress and adapt activities to different levels.

Opportunities for independent training

Teenagers and adults enrolled in certain courses can also access the facilities to train independently when the premises are available.

This opportunity allows practitioners to consolidate their knowledge and delve deeper into the disciplines that interest them.

It complements supervised classes and promotes regular practice.

A partnership with the professional circus

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus also participates in hosting training sessions for professional artists.

These activities are organised in partnership with Cirkuscentrum , a Swedish national organisation dedicated to the development of the circus sector.

Artists can access Cirkusverkstan's facilities under specific conditions.

This collaboration allows amateur and professional practices to coexist in the same place.

Events and shows

The association also participates in artistic events and public performances.

She notably collaborated with Cirkus Elvira for shows and events organized in Sundsvall.

These projects help to introduce circus arts to the local public.

They also help to enhance the skills of practitioners and to develop exchanges between artists.

A circus school rooted in its territory

Sundsvalls Stadscirkus contributes to the development of circus arts in the Västernorrland region.

The association offers a regular program designed for different ages and levels.

Its specialized training area allows for the practice of numerous disciplines, from ground acrobatics to aerial arts.

Thanks to its accessible approach, its facilities and its artistic collaborations, Sundsvalls Stadscirkus is a place for discovering, learning and practicing circus arts in northern Sweden.