Circus WA in Fremantle, Western Australia | Non-profit organisation

Circus WA

Locality: Fremantle, Western Australia

Phone: +61 435 374 492

Address: Whadjuk Boodjar, 90 Adelaide Street 6160 Fremantle, Western Australia

Website: http://www.circuswa.com

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25.01.2022 Were beyond thrilled to be involved in the 2020 Long Table Dinner. With celebrity chefs, awesome entertainment, a brand new location and of course, circus, you wont want to miss this. Tickets go on Sale Monday September 7th.

25.01.2022 #kabweek2020 #KeepAustraliaBeautifulWeek #balloonfreebirthdayparties

25.01.2022 Youve all been asking for it and now the Spring Holiday Program is here and ready for bookings! See our special holiday newsletter or head to our website www.circuswa.com for info and to book. Spring Holiday Program Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/7b70d4f235aa/springcircus

23.01.2022 Introducing CircusWAs New Venue Managers! Aidan Bayliss and Ben Kotovski-Steele, two of our fabulous trainers, join us from this week on as our Venue Managers. These two are founts of knowledge when it comes to rigging and the Freo Big Top and were delighted to have them join us officially as Venue Managers. Never fear circus students, they will still be taking classes too.

23.01.2022 Come experience the glory, the catastrophe, and the nonsense of the clown. In this program Sarah Healy will explore the zany and ridiculous through games, exercises and laughter. Learn to use physicality and timing to enhance performances and bring in tricks to delight and amaze. Be ready to get silly, get creative and move your body. Book Now at https://bookeo.com/circuswa?type=3352WCNAYN17180F3E36C

23.01.2022 Our students are climbing high and building their group acrobatics skills with Ben and Jess in their Tuesday Partner Acrobatics and Big Top Circus Skills Classes.

22.01.2022 Do you want to follow in the footsteps of some of our amazing past students? Now is your chance to apply to study at the National Institute of Circus Arts in 2021. NICA is currently accepting applications for entry into the Bachelor of Circus Arts and the Certificate IV in Circus Arts. Online applications through Swinburne University of Technology close 16 October 2020 and selected applicants will be invited to submit a video audition by 13 November 2020.... For more information about the auditions process or any other questions about studying at NICA, please email [email protected]. https://www.nica.com.au/auditions-dates-for-2021-entry-pm-3

22.01.2022 Today we want to say a big Happy Birthday to Circo Atayde Hermanos M.R. Today the worlds oldest running circus turns 132. Circo Atayde opened on August 26th, 1888 in the Plaza de Toros, Mazatlan, Mexico and has been run continuously by the Atayde family ever since. What an incredible achievement!

22.01.2022 Were so excited for this. What a talented bunch!

21.01.2022 On Wednesday we kickstart a wonderful opportunity for boys to spread their wings and bound into the circus big top with all their energy and strength. Climb poles, backflip off trampolines, stand on each other - the big top is only limited by imagination .

21.01.2022 Were delighted to have had our students back in the Big Top since the end of term 2 but were also so proud of what they and our trainers achieved together during lockdown. From home we learnt rolla bolla, unicycle, poi, staff, foot juggling, hula hoop, handstands and more. Virtually Circus has brought us so much joy this year and were thrilled to share a little window of it with you. Thank you Act-Belong-Commit for supporting our community to stay connected during this troubling time #ActBelongCommit

20.01.2022 Save the date for the CircusWA AGM on October 21st at 6:30pm. Come down and hear about the year that was and all of the exciting things to come. The AGM is open to all current members of CircusWA (current students, parents/guardians, friends of the freo big top and anyone else who has purchased a $10 membership. If youre interested in becoming a member, please email [email protected]) Were also seeking Expressions of Interest for joining the board. If youre interested, please contact [email protected].

20.01.2022 Do you have little kids with energy to burn? Tiny Tumblers is the perfect parent/child class for active 2-4yr olds. Grab a coffee, chat with some other parents, grandparents and carers and then get into all things circus. In these classes you and your little one will twirl ribbons, play tail tag, practice your animal walks and explore acro balance together. Your child will love to swing like a monkey on the aerial silk or trapeze, test their balance on the tightwire, bounce on the trampoline and more. Come and join in the fun on a Monday or Wednesday 9:30-10:30am.

20.01.2022 Only 2 more weeks til the holidays, are you ready to spring into circus with us? Encourage your kids to Flip and Fly (5-7yrs), Have a Big Top Circus Holiday (8-12yrs) Climb high and challenge gravity in Boys Circus (8yrs+), roll into spring in Intro to Circus Acrobatics (10yrs+) seek the skyline in Intro to Aerials (10yrs+) and explore the history of ancient Chinese warriors in Chinese Pole Tricks (12yrs+, basic experience required) Act with circus, belong to the Freo Big To...p and commit to fun these holidays. For more info including pricing and availability visit The CircusWA Website or email [email protected].

20.01.2022 November Circus News - https://mailchi.mp/f2af061972a9/novembercircusnews-4223813 There's plenty to talk about in our November newsletter. Explore our Summer holiday program, get a behind the scenes glimpse of Long Table Dinner rehearsals, find your feet with Ungrounded, Risk it All at the Freo Big Top this December and have your say on our term 1, 2021 programming. by Tashi Hall

19.01.2022 Keep Australia Beautiful Week is held late August each year to raise awareness about the simple things we can all do in our daily lives to reduce our impact on the environment and encourage action. Did you know that it takes 450 years fir a plastic bottle to degrade? When you come to circus make sure you bring your own water bottle to fill up. This helps us reduce single use plastic. We also do not allow balloons in the Freo Big Top. If youre celebrating with us, a reusable... banner or bunting are great alternatives! Head to Keep Australia Beautiful for tips on how you can help to prevent the spread.

19.01.2022 Contemporary Acro Dance was one of our most popular classes during lockdown and we're bringing it back for term 4. Through this specialist dance program, Simon Wood will explore the links between contemporary dance movement and the softer acrobatic tumbling. The class will have a set warm up focusing on alignment and strength, followed by handstand technique and different acrobatic and contemporary dance movements and pathways. This class uses techniques and ideas from acrobatics, contemporary dance, ballet, pilates and yoga. See what wonderful things you can create when two worlds collide.

18.01.2022 Earlier this week we promised to share the work of some deadly First Nations artists with you. Read on to learn about some of the First Nations projects, programs and people bringing the magic on country and overseas. 3/5 Spotlight on DJUKI MALA You may have been lucky enough to see this talented mob when they came to perform on Whadjuk Noongar country at the end of October. They've been making their way up the coast on tour so if you're in Roebourne, Whyalla, Port Pirie or R...enmark, check their website for ticket availability. The Broome shows on Nov 20 and 21 are sold out. It was a viral video of the group dancing to "Zorba the Greek" uploaded to Youtube in 2007 that catapulted Djuki Mala into the spotlight and their unique dance style and performance quality which has kept them there. Since 2007 they have created a number of shows combining their re-interpretations of popular culture and dance with narrative and drama. The work reflects the juxtapositions they see in contemporary Yolngu culture, and offers a rare and insightful view into Aboriginal Australia. The strong roots of clowning in Yolngu culture shines through in Djuki Mala's flare for comedy. Always exuberant and blending their contemporary experience as young people with their traditional culture, their identity as Yolngu people is always in the foreground. Djuki Mala fuse traditional and contemporary forms of dance. Dressed in traditional costumes and ochre, with Gara (spears) & Galpu (spear thrower) they create work that is a marvel of timing, comedy and clowning, warming both the heart and soul. Behind the humour is startling movement skill and discipline, drawn from traditional culture and dance. They've taken their shows all over the world to great acclaim but for the Djuki Mala team the cultures of the Yolngu, Kalkadoon, Anmatjerre, Arrente and Walpiri people are where their hearts and homes lie. https://www.djukimala.com/ Image by Colin Murty #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe

18.01.2022 Mental Health Week kicks off with World Mental Health Day today. The theme this year is Strengthening Our Community - Live, Learn, Work, Play. Thanks to the generous support of our partners, sponsors and Friends of the Freo Big Top, the hard work of our trainers and the dedication of our students we are able to provide a space which facilitates and encourages circus enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to experience the mental health benefits of circus as they act, belong... and commit together. Today we want to thank our students for inspiring us, we are inspired everyday by the growing resilience, courage and enthusiasm that you show. #actbelongcommit #worldmentalhealthday Act-Belong-Commit Mental Health Australia Healthway Fremantle Foundation Lotterywest Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries APMFremantleLAC DADAA FremantleMind Inc. City of Fremantle

18.01.2022 As well as being great skills to learn and perform, flexibility and Contortion are essential for circus students and artists learning acrobatics, aerials, Chinese Pole, Teeterboard, partner acrobatics and a variety of other skills. Whether you can twist yourself in two or barely touch your toes this open age open level class is a great opportunity to kickstart your flexibility, improve your circus skills and make the most of a full range of motion.

17.01.2022 We're excited to be running new skills classes in term 4, including 'Juggling Next Level Intermediate/Advanced' taught by Luke Forrester. Come and join Luke to explore the limitless possibilities of ball and club juggling. He's a kiwi born, internationally acclaimed, newly viral, Quokka approved, juggling sensation.

16.01.2022 Nel's Intermediate Aerial Rope & Silks Class is back for term 4! Join Nel on Tuesday mornings 9:30-11am to fine tune your physical form and strength in known skills and learn new skills in an energetic, collaborative environment. This class is suitable for all intermediate to advanced rope and silks students. Book Now: https://bookeo.com/circuswa?type=33524Y3MPM16B44E8D238

16.01.2022 We're now taking expressions of interest for a Sunday morning 'Super Circus' 5-7yr olds class. If this is something that you're interested in for term 4 or for 2021 please email Ally at [email protected] with your name and phone number.

15.01.2022 We're so lucky to have Eve Everard back from touring and teaching tightwire with us in Term 4. Come and learn from the woman who walked the wire across the Liffey River in Dublin, Ireland. Eve will teach you how to balance, walk and whirl with style. Join her on Wednesdays at 4:45pm https://bookeo.com/circuswa?type=3352J7R4R31729773EBE7

15.01.2022 Did you know that September 17th is the most popular birthday in Australia? Whenever you celebrate and whatever youre celebrating, we offer tailored circus parties for all ages in the Freo Big Top. We will throw you a unique celebration you and your guests will remember for years to come. It will be tonnes of fun and youll learn some great circus skills too. Run by professional and energetic circus trainers, our parties will cater directly to the interests and abilities of ...you and your guests. We even have special Tiny Tumbler Parties for children under 5 and CircusWA members receive a 10% discount on all parties. For more info and to book visit https://www.circuswa.com/circus-parties/ or email Rachel ([email protected]).

14.01.2022 The September Newsletter is here and so is the booking link for our student showcase! Read about Suitcase Showcase, the Spring Holiday program, the AGM and more in our September Circus News - https://mailchi.mp/b3177cc012e6/septembercircusnews

13.01.2022 Independent artists (including a few of our trainers) climbing high on Friday afternoon. Were always blown away by what our circus community gets up to during independent training. Thanks for sharing this video with us ZAP CIRCUS

13.01.2022 More exciting news!

12.01.2022 November 14-28 is PrideFEST in WA this year! PrideFEST is Western Australia’s ultimate celebration of all things queer. the annual celebrations are traditionally held in November, to commemorate the 1989 march on the Western Australian State Parliament to demand the decriminalisation of homosexuality. We are lucky to have a vibrant LGBTQI+ community and history in WA and are so glad that we get to celebrate their history, presence and future. ... Visit Pride WA's website https://www.pridewa.com.au/pridefest-2020/ to see whats on this year. Happy Pride Perth!

10.01.2022 New Class: Introduction to Teeterboard with Isaac Salter for ages 12+ (5wk course) Teeterboard is a high energy circus apparatus using anothers body to launch yours into the air giving you time to twist and turn before landing back on your feet. This program will develop safe Teeterboard techniques and have you exploring the air beneath your feet. Book now and reach new heights!... https://bookeo.com/circuswa?type=33527LH9E316F7E9DEF07

10.01.2022 Introducing CircusWAs New Finance Officer We recently farewelled the wonderful Silvia Ferrolla, our finance officer but with sad farewells come exciting introductions. Gyano Wilson has joined the CircusWA team to juggle numbers and keep the tent pegs tight. She comes to us with a wealth of experience in marketing, finance and not for profit administration. Be sure to say hi if you see her smiling face around.

09.01.2022 Ever wondered how the circus roving performances get created for the Fremantlelongtable dinner? From Tashi Hall here’s a photographic insight into the seriousness and laughter of such a development with our youth troupe performers presented by Act Belong Commit. Thanks to guest artists Sandy Mckendrick, Helen Kruger from Australian Baroque, and Street performer Aidan Bayliss for joining us and inspiring the team.

09.01.2022 While we can't wait to share the stories and projects of some incredible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performing artists later this week, it is important to also acknowledge the darker side of the history of circus in Australia. For that reason we're sharing this post from Sorry Day back in May.

09.01.2022 Were getting excited for the Spring Holidays by looking back at our memories of Circus Camp 2010. Do you recognise any of these circus stars?

09.01.2022 Arts has a way of changing the way we listen and hear. It doesn’t have to be high art, just a gutsy decision to offer an alternative to standing pronouncements of righteousness. Thank you minister Templeman for living and being our Arts Minister - and for an un-wavering high note.

08.01.2022 On Wednesday the Australia Council for the Arts released the results of Creating Our Future: the National Arts Participation Survey. It found that 84% of Australians recognise the positive impacts of arts and creativity, and there is growing recognition of the value of the arts across a range of areas. Nearly every Australian 98% of us engage in the arts in some way. ... We are proud to be a part of the Australian arts community and to support our wonderful students and community members to Act-Belong-Commit together in our little circus world. If youre interested, you can watch a short summary video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch Or read the full study here: https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/res/creating-our-future

07.01.2022 We've had an awesome first week of our holiday program and we can't wait to share the joy of circus with even more kids and teens. It's not too late to join the ACT, BELONG to circus and COMMIT to fun these holiday. Join us on October 7, 8 and 9 for Flip and Fly Circus for 5-7yr olds, Boys Circus for 8yrs+ and Big Top Circus Holiday for 8-12yr olds. For more info on our exciting Spring holiday program and to book visit https://www.circuswa.com/holiday-programs/ ... We can't wait to have you in the Freo Big Top. Act-Belong-Commit #actbelongcommit

07.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all of the dads in our circus community. Thanks for always getting involved, having fun and helping out in circus land.

06.01.2022 R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September and this years message is Theres more to say after R U OK? Learn what to say next so you can have a conversation that could change, or even save, a life. Visit www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day #theresmoretosay

06.01.2022 There's only one week to go until the Long Table Dinner! If you missed out on tickets you can still soak up the spectacle at the Fremantle Long Table Christmas markets on the night and check out the Freo Long Table Art Exhibition from now until December 6th.

06.01.2022 As Valentine's Day is fast approaching, the crew down here at the Freo Big Top would like to share some Circus love with you! Starting from next week, a selection of our adult classes will be just $180 for 7 weeks, usually $203. That’s 10.5 hrs of Circus love! This special deal applies for the following classes: -Circus for Adults (Tuesdays at 7.15pm) -Tightwire for all ages (Wednesdays at 5pm) -Chinese Pole for Adults (Thursdays at 6pm) -Flexibility and Contortion (Thursda...ys at 6pm) Follow the link below to book in now, using the code CIRCUSLUV11 to feel the love at Circus WA! Offer ends on Wednesday the 17th at 3pm https://circuswa.com/classes/ #circusclass #Circuswa #ValentinesDay2021 #circuslove #Freo #freolife #visitfremantle

04.01.2022 Homeschool classes have kicked off this week, so jump online and book your spot now. Tuesday (4-7 yrs) and Thursday (8-12 yrs) mornings in the Big Top. https://circuswa.com/classes/ #CircusWA #circusclass #Freo

04.01.2022 Do you find it hard to walk past a street pole without climbing it, or wishing you could? Then Chinese Pole might be for you. Sometimes described as vertical acrobatics, the pole is a high intensity skill. In this program, Nathan Kell will support beginners to get moving along the pole and intermediate learners to strengthen their skills and grow their repertoire. In term 4 we are offering two Chinese Pole classes. A beginner/intermediate class for ages 10yrs+ at 5pm or 16yrs...+ at 6pm on Thursdays. Book Now: https://bookeo.com/circuswa?type=3352F3LA9M1729708C377

04.01.2022 On Wednesday many of our trainers participated in an energetic train the trainer session in teeterboard with Isaac Salter. We cant wait to bring teeterboard into more of our programs. If youre keen to fly high and learn, commit to something new and join Isaacs half term Introduction to Teeterboard class. Running on Fridays 5:30-7pm starting today! Book now at https://www.circuswa.com/classes/... Act-Belong-Commit

04.01.2022 There are only 5 more days til Term 4 begins and classes are starting to fill up. There's so much to explore through circus. Don't miss your chance to soar into aerials, flip into acrobatics, flex in contortion, tiptoe in tightwire, take off on a teeterboard and more! For more info and to book, visit https://www.circuswa.com/classes/ Term starts Monday October 12th

03.01.2022 Art by Lee Anthony Hampton - Koori Kicks Art

02.01.2022 There are so many different skills to learn at the circus. We offer classes in tightwire, juggling, aerials, acrobatics, poi, staff, partner acrobatics, spinning plates, diablo, contortion, handstands, Chinese Pole, unicycle, rolla bolla, teeterboard and more. With so many great options we know that it can be hard to only pick a few and every good circus performer has a variety of tricks up their sleeve. That's why we offer classes where you can learn lots of different circus... skills at once. Perfect for active kids, aspiring performers and indecisive or ambitious types alike. Our mixed skills classes are: Super Circus 4-7yrs- Mondays 4-5pm Big Top Circus Skills 8yrs+- Tuesdays 4-5pm Circus for Adults- Tuesdays 7-8:30pm Super Circus 4-7yrs- Wednesdays 4-5pm Big Top Circus Skills 11yrs+ - Thursdays 4-6pm You can find out more and book these dynamic classes as well as classes in any of the skills mentioned above at https://www.circuswa.com/classes/