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Discover Your Camper's Circus Niche
Discover Your Camper's Circus Niche
Under our fully equipped big top tents, campers aged 6-15 have the chance to try everything! From aerial arts to object manipulation, our curriculum is designed to challenge every skill level while fostering a sense of belonging. We've got swinging and static trapeze, halo, hoop, hammock, silks, mini tramp, stilts, tightrope, juggling acrobatics, object manipulation and more! In our two week sessions, the first week is spent giving all the different circus disciplines a try while the second week allows our campers to refine their current favourite into a spectacle ready to perform!
At Big Top Circus Camp, we believe every child has a 'circus niche' waiting to be discovered. Whether your camper is a natural-born performer or a quiet observer, our inclusive environment ensures they find their place in the ring. Beyond the physical skills, circus arts foster resilience, hand-eye coordination, physical awareness, and self-confidence. Watching a child master the tightrope or catch their first juggling ball is about more than just a trick; it’s about the 'I did it!' moment that stays with them long after summer ends.
Intro to Circus Camp
Intro to Circus Camp
Ages: 6–8
The Experience: A gentle introduction using smaller-sized equipment tailored for younger bodies.
Daily Flow: Half-day of circus skills (aerial, balancing, object manipulation, etc...) followed by afternoon arts, crafts, and nature exploration in our beautiful waterfront parks.
Showcase: A casual "Open House" on the last Thursday of each session for friends and family.
Senior Circus Camp
Senior Circus Camp
Ages: 9–14
The Experience: Full immersion into advanced disciplines including swinging trapeze, aerial silks, hoop, hammock, mini tramp, stilts, juggling and tightrope.
The Focus: Campers find their "niche" and refine their favorite skills.
Showcase: A full rehearsed performance under the Big Top on the final Friday of the session!
Counselors in Training (CIT)
Counselors in Training (CIT)
Age: 15
Leadership Training: A dedicated training week (June 29 – July 3) alongside our professional staff.
Placement: Practicing leadership and instruction skills with younger campers for 3 weeks during Sessions 1 and 2.
Application: Limited spaces available.
The Big Top Philosophy: Growth through Play
The Big Top Philosophy: Growth through Play
Our curriculum is rooted in the 'social circus' model, which uses the arts as a tool for social transformation and personal growth. We've been using the 'social circus' model before the term was even coined, and our partner organisation, SoCirC (Social Circus Circle) is a great example of a thriving community circus youth program, rooted from the culture and spirit right here at camp! In all our camp sessions, we focus on spatial awareness and fine motor skills through object manipulation and balancing. We also focus on teamwork and trust, especially in our aerial hammock and multi-person acrobatic elements. Every session is designed by professional instructors who prioritize physical and emotional safety. By maintaining a low camper-to-staff ratio, we ensure that every child receives the spotting and technical guidance they need while encouraging them to push their personal boundaries in a supportive, non-competitive atmosphere.
Our New East End Home
Our New East End Home
We are thrilled to continue our tradition at our new Portlands location near the waterfront: 6 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON.
Busing and Extended Care is Still Available!
Busing and Extended Care is Still Available!
To make the transition easier for our long-time families, we are continuing to offer bus transportation from various stops across the city. You can select your preferred bus stop directly on the registration form. For details on busing and stops see our section on Busing in our Parent Guide.
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