Circus Skills Workshop - Shooting Stars

Intergrating Circus Skills with the Curriculum

Fun & Creative

Facilitates personal development

Recent research has proven the benefits of circus skills in Educational Programmes. It has been successfully used as an educational tool, and has been used therapeutically with children at risk.

Circus skills can enable pupils to discover within themselves the skills which can provide all kinds of creative solutions. Skills such as concentration, retention, conceptual understanding and self-awareness, which can be transferred to a social setting and applied to more conventional learning situations in the core subjects.

Over the last fourteen years, we have taken our 'Circus Skills Workshops' to schools, leisure centres, youth groups, play schemes, colleges, carnivals, fetes, and special promotions around the country. The workshop consists of a circus instructor and circus equipment.

Ofstead Report Comments

Pupils recall the 'Circus Week' with great pleasure. They learnt different skills, which boosted their confidence and self-esteem. The curriculum is extremely well enriched through the very wide range of clubs, visits, visitors and events, which further widen children's horizons and contribute to their personal and social development.

Stamshaw Infant School
Mrs J Cooper
Headteacher

Blue Peter Appearance

We had the pleasure of teaching Andy Akinwolere, from Blue Peter, how to ride a unicycle. We had such a fun time and he was a good pupil!

It was broadcast on 15/01/2008, but if you missed it then you can see it again here.

Sneak previews of latest reviews entered: -
Chestnut Grove School Visited on: 18th February 2010 Balham 0208 772 9042
Circus Skills Fun day
I just wanted to say a massive thank you for the Family Circus Skills sessions we ran last week. Both sessions were pretty much fully booked and the trainer was fantastic. Some quotes from parents: "We loved the whole session from beginning to end!\" "We enjoyed all of it! The children were interested all the way through. I enjoyed being involved with the kids as they learnt new skills.\" "The instructor was polite and patient and the children listened and learnt. Excellent session!" Please pass on a massive thank you to Nick. He was very professional but the most striking thing was just how much he seemed to enjoy his job. I think it was this that captured the attention of the kids and parents and encouraged them to keep going even when they found things tricky. - Carrie Palmer Fry More reviews from Teachers >>
Rowanfield Junior School Visited on: 10th February 2010 Cheltenham 01242 516611
Circus Skills 'Fun Day'
Superb service from the initial contact to the end of the day we booked. The trainer dazzled throughout and was very adaptable which is essential during a school day. Well worth the fee and we are already saving to book a summer visit - Lynn Johnson More reviews from Teachers >>
Longton High School Visited on: 28th January 2010 Stoke-On-Trent 01782 599232
Circus Skills for 'Development Day'
Students were extremely excited and thoroughly enjoyed the activities on offer. They enjoyed using the equipment and were particularly challenged by the unrideable bike. The instructor was superb, handled the students very well and kept them entertained with his own skills. Lots of positive comments generated by staff and students. Would definately book again in the future. Thank you very much for an outstanding service. - Miss Stacie Bott More reviews from Teachers >>
Girl Guides (Harpenden & Redbourn Division) Visited on: 06th March 2010 Harpenden 01582 620288
Centenary Celebration
The circus skills activity under the guidance of Paul was great. We have some wonderful photos of the girls enjoying their new found skills and will gladly send you some on a disc if you would like them. we have parent permission for photos, no names . Every group did something different and every girl achieved a new skill. The last group was able to show their skills in the final presentation to everyone. Paul was amazing and appeared to be enjoying himself too. He commented that our girls were polite and thanked him which was good to hear. Will definately have another visit in the future, we go to Jay Millers circus every year so love the skills needed to be in the circus. Thank you for your support in arranging this activity for us. - Ruth Oddie More reviews from Youth Groups >>
Christadelphian Youth Group Visited on: 06th March 2010 Tewkesbury 01793 893391
Circus Skills Fun Session
We had a group of 60 teenagers who all had a fantastic session. Every memeber of the group enjoyed participating in the activities and watched and helped each other. Laughs all round. Thank You Russ. - Pershore Christadelphian Youth Group More reviews from Youth Groups >>
Claverdon Primary School Visited on: 12th February 2010 Claverdon 01926 842403
Circus Science Show + Workshops
A really enjoyable day. Very impressed with the workshops for the younger children especially. Many thanks for a fantastic end to our science week. - jan McCorquodale More reviews from Science Shows >>
Brownies (1st Aldershot) Visited on: 13th February 2010 Venue: Dudsbury Guides Holiday Centre 01425 655119
Circus Skills Badge
A fantasic way for Brownies to learn some very difficult skills from a very approachable and friendly company. - Clare Morris More reviews from Youth Groups >>
Denbigh School Visited on: 10th February 2010 Shenley Church End 01908 505030
Circus Skills Fun day
The instructor was funny and did lots of tricks for us as well as teaching us a few. He even balanced a chair on his nose! We also got to use all the equipment whaich was great fun. I really enjoyed circus skills, particually doing the balancing competition when I won a peacock feather. I learnt how to juggle and balance really well, the teacher was very enjoyable and funny 10/10 - Vikki Welling More reviews from Teachers >>
Pewley Down Infant School Visited on: 12th February 2010 Guildford 01483 570038
Circus Skills Fun Day
Thank you to Paul. We all really enjoyed the day and would like to book you again another time. The children really had a good time. - sarah mackenzie More reviews from Teachers >>