Through this teambuilding programme students gain confidence and build self-esteem while working together to produce a dynamic ‘Circus’ performance. In this totally hands-on programme, students will learn the circus skills before planning and performing their end of day show. This is the ideal programme to raise morale and bring different student groups together.
Years 7 - 13, Groups of 30 - 100.
Programme Duration
Full day or until lunch, in keeping with the school timetable.
Programme Overview
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Students are gradually introduced to the range of "Circus Skills" starting with a juggling activity proving we "can do it".
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The circuit training aspect of the day and nature of the equipment assures that different students work together and challenge themselves.
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Students will work alongside competent trainers to produce individual and group acts for their "Final Show".
Students will be orientated to the various circus equipment, including the following:
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Tightrope
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Plate Spinning
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Unicycles
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Diablo
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Juggling
Enterprise and Skills challenge the students to further develop their skills from competent to performance.
Learner OutcomesStudents will learn that they are capable of any-thing that they put their mind to. By working together and learning from their own mistakes, students take responsibility for the planning and performance of a dynamic Circus for an in school audience.
Curriculum Links-
Physical Education
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Citizenship
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Drama
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Enterprise Awareness
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PSHE
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