Frequently Asked Questions

Our instructors include highly trained circus performers, gymnasts or dancers with years of experience performing, training or coaching. Where possible, we recruit instructors with NICA (National Institute of Circus Arts), Gymnastics Victoria or equivalent qualifications. Our team has included NICA graduates, graduates from european circus schools such as AMOK, performers on the Cirque Du Soleil Database, a Physiotherapist, a Personal Trainer, an Olympic Gymnastic's & Trampolining competitor, a Disney World choreographer, a Director and several performers with 10 years or more experience in Circus Arts, dancing, calisthenics and theatre. 

We also run a teacher training program, providing opportunities for our students to expand their knowledge into the realms of coaching, and invest in regular professional development for our team to ensure their methods are current!

All team members have a current working with children's checks and we always have one or more staff members on site with current First Aid certificate.

CircArts Youth - For students aged 3 - 17 : While students can join throughout the semester, class spaces are limited so we recommend you get in touch with us early to avoid disappointment. 

Not sure which class to book into? Book an introductory session and let us help you find the best fit for your child.

CircArts Adults - For adults 17+
There are classes for all fitness and skill levels so you can join in on the fun anytime! 

Not sure what to book into? Book an introductory session and we will help you find the best class for your needs and interests.

All classes for youth operate on an annual basis, with classes running through all school holidays.

Your child is enrolled in the full year by default, however may opt out in May and October for the following semester, if they feel the program doesn’t fit their needs.

There is a break in December - Jan 15th for xmas and New Years.

Tuition cannot be pro rated for missed classes, however make up classes are available.

Tuition Periods 2024

SEMESTER 1 of 2: Jan 22 to June 30, 2024
(Mid year showcase in the last week of June)

SEMESTER 2 of 2: Jul 1 to Dec 15, 2024 (End of year showcase dates TBC - tentative dates 21st - 26th of November!)

How can I further challenge myself?
National Training Project, Flying Fruit Fly Circus Albury Registrations open April, and close in May each year: https://fruitflycircus.com.au/national-training-project/

Adults have rolling enrolments for all levels. :) Join anytime!

Rolling 8 week terms. No more having to worry about signing up each term, once you start, thats it! :) 

Term 1 - Begins 1st week of Jan

Term 2 -

Term 3 - (Mid Year Show Week 21nd - 27th of June - Adults Show(s) Saturday 27th.

Term 4 -

Term 5 -

Term 6 (End of Year Showcase dates TBC - tentative date 26th of November! Adults Show Saturday)

No worries! Just log your absence through our online portal and make up classes will be provided to you!

We are generally closed for all public holidays except Easter Monday, or where a public holiday falls during rehearsal weeks for our mid or end of year shows. A make up class is offered for all public holidays that fall on class days, so student's do not miss training. Simply book your make up class with reception!

Yes! You are more than welcome to try a class before signing up.

Intro sessions can be booked here: https://www.wellnessliving.com/login/circartsgeelong

Follow the above link to create an account and book your intro session now!

Yes! CircArts offers unlimited reschedule of classes! *within reason and subject to availability.

We want you to enjoy the benefits of our programs, and ensure you do not fall behind learning skills or with body strength & conditioning, so if you are away, ill or you simply can’t make it to your scheduled class, simply send us an email or text and we can reschedule your class.

We want every student to have the same opportunity to progress, and we don’t believe you should fall behind if there is a public holiday, if you go away for a few days, or if you need to take time off because you are sick.

You can reschedule before or after a class is missed. The following policies do apply to ensure we can provide a great experience to our members:

– Youth classes can be rescheduled up to three days in advance and must be booked via email to geelong@circarts.com.au

– We can’t reschedule more than three days in advance unless we we know a space will be available. We don’t want to overfill classes.

– You can only book into a class where spaces exist. We don’t want to overfill classes as the experience of students is our number one priority.

–  Make up classes are only available while you are an enrolled paying student. If you are no longer enrolled in classes at CircArts, unfortunately your make up classes will be forfeited. When you renew your membership, your make up classes will be reinstated, if it is within 3 months.

– Make up classes are provided for all physical classes that have been paid for and missed.

– Make up classes can only be used while you are an enrolled paying member.

– Make up classes cannot be used to reduce semester tuition payments for any reason.

– Make up classes can only be used against equivalent classes, holiday programs and CircArts in house workshops with CircArts core trainers.

– Make up classes do not expire unless you cancel your membership and do not re enrol within 3 months.

- Make up classes cannot be used to enrol in new classes. They can only be used to make up a session in a class that is already running and has a space available due to an absence.

–  Make up classes are only available if your absence is logged via the Wellness Living Online Portal at least 6hrs prior (Early Cancel). Please ensure you do so online as soon as you know you will be missing your class.

This allows us to offer your place to a student who is looking to reschedule their class. Win Win!

Note: Make up classes are only available at the discretion of CircArts and not available for all specialty classes. Some specialty classes are only offered 1x per week so make up classes may not be available in the same class. Use this opportunity to schedule a make up class in an alternate discipline and try something new!

Your tuition pays for your place in the class, regardless of attendance.
Our costs do not change if you miss a class and we are therefore not able to offer a reduction in tuition. If we were to allow reductions in tuition for holidays and other missed classes this would result in a significant increase in fees for all our members.We do offer unlimited class reschedules, so please refer to our make up policy above.

Please note that should you decide to remove your enrolment while you are away, we cannot reserve your place in class for when you return, however we can put you on the waiting list.

Absolutely! As long as a vacancy exists in a suitable class, and the change is approved via email. You can change class in the following Semester. Enrolment is based on a 1 year commitment, classes are meticulously planned in advance, based on the students enrolled in the troupes. Should you wish to un enrol from a troupe program, you will be charged 100% of the remaining years tuition, unless your space in class is filled before your cancellation date.

Yes, however the full tuition of the semester will still be payable. Your tuition pays for your place in the class, regardless of attendance. Our costs do not change if you decide to discontinue mid semester, and we are therefore not able to offer a reduction in tuition. If we were to allow reductions in tuition, this would result in a significant increase in fees for all our members

We do not offer refunds for change of mind.

If you need to drop your class for a medical reason, 14 days written notice is required via email. Although we are unable to hold your place in the class, as a courtesy you will be placed at the top of our waiting list for your preferred class if a medical certificate is supplied. Upon your return you are able to reschedule the classes missed in the 14 days notice.

We do offer some limited pop up/casual classes, which may be suitable for you.

Generally, enrolling in a class secures your place in that class until you let us know that you no longer wish to attend.

For the safety and enjoyment of our students our classes operate on a ratio of 1 coach to 7-12 students, depending on the level and specialty (some classes ie partner acro need more students to achieve certain skills).

Classes only run based on the number of enrolled students. If we allowed casual classes, we could not offer the consistency and quality of tuition which allows our students to progress.We are unable to allow students to enrol casually ongoing, or in a different class on alternating weeks. If we allowed this it would result in either a vacant spot that we are unable to fill, or an overfull class, and inconsistency in training for our regular members. Neither of these are viable options so we are unable to accommodate this. 

Membership - DUE TO COVID, MEMBERSHIP HAS BEEN PAUSED

Annual membership fee covers insurance and registration with CircArts, and is renewed on the 31st of December each year.

This fee is payable regardless of how long a member stays at the studio, and refunds are not available. This fee is added to your first account each calendar year.



Students 3-6yrs: $90 -  Membership, registration and 1x Uniform Tshirt

Students 7-17yrs: $149 - Membership, registration and 1x Uniform Tshirt + 1x Uniform Hoody

Adult Students: $50 - Membership

There are a few reasons why we don’t allow parents into the training area (with the exception of parent assisted classes). We ask that you please respect this rule as it is difficult for our coaches to ask you to step outside the space while they are coaching their class. 

We have 'Parent Participation' weeks each semester at the end of Term 1 and Term 3, where you can not only watch the class but join in also!

We also have regular performance opportunities such as the mid and end of year show where you can see your child perform, along with many community events throughout the year to connect with coaches and celebrate your childs progress.

We also have cameras in the training area so you can view the classes from reception.

–          It’s not safe for you. There is lots of stuff happening in the gym, both on the ground and in the air. We want to keep you from falling over, getting landed on or bumping into something so please do not enter the training area.

–          It’s not safe for our participants. If parents enter the training area it is distracting to our athletes and can cause injury. If they land on you, it will probably hurt them more than it hurts you so please make sure you don’t enter the training area.

- Ever started learning something new? When you are first learning a new skill, it can be nerve wracking to be watched! Especially by your parents, and even more so, by a large group of parent's you don't know! 

–          We need to be fair to all our members. We understand that sometimes your child might need a little extra encouragement to join a class, especially if it is the first time. If a coach invites you to walk your child in please firstly remove your shoes, stay with your child until they are settled, then quickly and safely walk from the training area into reception.

–          The equipment is expensive and we want to keep it in good condition. Did you know our training floor cost over $15,000?  Crash mats are in excess of $5000. Each piece of aerial equipment is worth hundreds of dollars. Keeping the studio in top condition is expensive but the safety of our students is our number one priority.

NOTE: In some instances we may allow carers to stay and watch, however this is at the studio managers discretion and only for the purpose of assisting students who need extra support.

There is no need to re enrol! Once you have enrolled in a class you will remain an active member until you let us know that you would like to stop attending.

We automatically enrol you each year, so you get first priority and do not miss out on your favourite class.If you want to stop your enrolment, simply send an email to geelong@circarts.com.au at least 4 weeks before the end of semester, letting us know that you would like to drop your enrolment for the next semester.  

At the end of each calendar year, we will ask you pay your advanced non refundable deposit for the following.

To secure your place for the following year, please ensure this is paid by 1st of November.

Please advise us if you do not wish to continue, so another student can take your place. 

Payment is via direct debit or in full upfront before your first class.

If you cannot pay in full upfront, payment plans are available via direct debit.

Payment can be made securely online via our online portal, using PayPal or Stripe, or at reception Monday - Friday 3.30pm - 6.30pm, Sat 9.15am - 12.30pm via cash/eftpos. 

Payment in full upfront can be made via bank transfer if paying for a full semester or year.

All other payments must be made online through your portal or via direct debit arrangement.

Bank: Commonwealth Bank
Account name: CircArts Pty Ltd
BSB: 063-504
Account number: 1059-1851
Ref: Students name

We also have a direct debit system which you can register for upon enrolment.

CircArts payment policy for all students: Pay must be made in full upfront, or via direct debit payment plan. No outstanding accounts are permitted. If an account is outstanding, no training, no exceptions, until the account is paid in full.

We sure do! Payment plans are available via direct debit. 4 weeks tuition and your membership (if applicable) is required upfront as a non refundable deposit. You will then be debited weekly on the day of your choice from a nominated card, so your account is always 4 weeks in advance.
A 3% convenience fee from the payment processor applies for the service.This is charged in addition to the tuition fee. (Ie if your tuition is $10, you will be debited $10.30)

We sure do! Your membership and 4 weeks tuition is required upfront. After this, tuition will be debited weekly from your account on an ongoing basis until further notice. A 3% convenience fee applies. Please provide 1 full months notice in writing via email to geelong@circarts.com.au before the end of your training period/semester(youth)/term(adults) if you do not wish to continue training, so your payments can be cancelled for the next semester/term. Fees apply to dishonoured payments. Once you commit to a training period at CircArts, it is expected that you will complete it and fulfil your financial commitment. Email us geelong@circarts.com.au to find out more.

PAYMENT TERMS: CircArts requires 4 weeks of tuition to be paid upfront as a non refundable deposit. A 3% convenience fee applies to all payment plans, this is charged by the payment processor.

Our youth programs run on an annual basis to develop in our students the understanding that perseverance leads to progress and to ensure consistent and safe progression and development of skills. Students progress through levels as soon as they are ready.Should you wish to discontinue, please advise us in writing via email at least 4 weeks prior to the next tuition period commencing.

Tuition Periods 2024

SEMESTER 1 of 2: Jan 22nd to Jul 1st, 2024

SEMESTER 2 of 2: Jul 1st to Dec 16th, 2024

Re-enrolment is automatic each training period and year to year. 

If you do not wish to continue with classes, please advise us in writing via email to geelong@circarts.com.au at least one month before the end of your current training period.

Of course! The more often you train, the faster you will progress! You will also build stronger friendships within the studio with other members and the team as we will all get to see you more often!

If you are serious about progressing circus, we recommend training a minimum of 4 classes per week.

Take advantage of all the opportunities on offer at the studio to perform and progress, such as open stage nights, practice sessions, workshops, community events.

Immerse yourself in the CircArts community and train as often as you can.

Set goals for yourself and regularly review them as you achieve each one.

Communicate with your coaches about what your goals are so they can help you achieve them.

Challenge yourself to do a circus competition or perform in an open stage!

Firstly - Welcome! We love meeting more circus & performing arts people!

Depending on your level of experience and goals, there are a variety of ways we can help you from open training/practice time to classes and performance opportunities!

Email geelong@circarts.com.au and Tell us about yourself and we willhelp you immerse yourself in our community! :)

We can also book a private assessment to help can direct you to the right class and ensure you are appropriately challenged! Alternatively, we can schedule an intro session or few for you.

Students wanting to take photos/videos of themselves for social media etc

Sure! Just don’t let it be a distraction, ask permission of your coach first, and of any other students who may be in the background. :) Also, be sure to tag us online so we can celebrate with you!

Parent Assisted Classes:

You are welcome to take photos of your own child during the class so long as it doesn’t interfere with assisting your child through the activities. You are not permitted to take photos of other people’s children without their expressed permission.

All other youth classes:

Parents are not permitted to enter the training space. Please see FAQ for a detailed description of this rule. Ask your child's coach at the end of class, and if there is time, they will be happy for you to take a photo of your child with their favourite skill. They may even help you get the right angles! You are not permitted to take photos of other people’s children without their expressed permission. CircArts staff cannot give you permission to photograph other students than your own.

Adults classes: Snap away! Just check with your fellow students first if they are in the photo, and of course, if there are kids training in the space, no photos are permitted without the permission of CircArts staff, and you must ensure your photos do not include any children in the background or otherwise, unless you have their parents permission. 

Where the temperature is between 30 and 36 degrees indoors, rest and hydration breaks will be increased in frequency.

‐ Drink bottles will be carried in the gym and available to athletes at all times

‐ Where necessary, breaks will be taken in cooler areas including the reception area, and equipment room.

- Lesson plans will be modified to exclude overly strenuous activities

‐ If an athlete appears to be suffering from the heat the coach will ensure that the athlete rests and is moved to a cooler area. Ice packs, cold cloths can also be used to provide relief from the heat.

The decision to cancel classes will be made based on the safety and the best interest of our members.

Where the internal temperature is or exceeds 37 degrees at 3pm, afternoon classes will be cancelled on that day. If a cool change is expected before 6pm later classes may still run.

The 3pm temperature will be determined from: ‐ www.bom.gov.au & the internal temperature device at the studio.

Cancelled classes will be advised by:

Precautionary notice will be sent when expected forecast is above 37 degrees via email/push notification

‐ Morning sessions: Push notification + test message and/or email to confirm cancellation of classes will be sent 1hr before class. 

‐ Afternoon sessions (4pm - 6pm) - push notification + text message and/or email to confirm cancellation of classes will be sent at 3pm the day of.

- Evening sessions (6pm onwards) - push notification + text message and/or email to confirm cancellation of classes will be sent by 5pm the day of.

If a class is cancelled an additional make-up session will be offered. This can be taken in the semester the class was missed, or the following semester. Email us to schedule your make up: geelong@circarts.com.au

Check out class prices and timetable on our classes page.

If you need additional information or can’t find what you need please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

You can trial or join at any time during the semester as long as there is a place available.

We are closed on public holidays, unless otherwise advised. It is important to us that our students do not fall behind in their training, so we offer unlimited make up classes to ensure you can still do your class, and don't miss out on learning valuable skills! See our policy about make up classes above for more info. 

Generally if a public holiday falls during a show rehearsal period, we will stay open so students can rehearse and feel confident for their upcoming show.

CircArts follows all government guidelines to reduce the spread of Covid-19.

We kindly ask that if you are unwell, you do not attend the studio.

This helps reduce the spread and risk of anyone else getting sick.

Simply let us know you will be away due to sickness and when you are better, you can book a make up class!

If you have tested positive for covid-19, please follow the government guidelines to reduce the spread.

https://www.health.gov.au/topics/covid-19/testing-positive#:~:text=While%20isolation%20is%20no%20longer,or%20until%20symptoms%20have%20gone