kids spring session
March 30-June 13
Centre Closed:
Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day
2026 ONE TIME YEARLY REGISTRATION FEE REMINDER:
$30 for 1st student in a family
$25 for 2nd student in a family
$15 for any remaining students in a family
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fee will automatically be added when you register for your first session class in 2026
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you will only be charged this fee once for 2026
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registration fee does not apply to drop in programs, parent & tot classes, workshops, camps, special events & other select classes
Your registration fee includes:
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10% off our Circus Parties for all ages. Use promo code: studentparty10 at checkout
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$10 off one Kids Circus Nite In in 2026 calendar year. Use promo code: reg2026
FAMILY VIEWING
All of The Rising’s classes are conducted in a closed class setting. Please refer to the class descriptions below to see which days are designated as Family Viewing Days.
Because Aerial Arts is considered a high-risk activity, we strive to maintain a focused, distraction-free environment during class. Guests are warmly invited to observe on our scheduled viewing days.
Please note that our aerial studios do not have designated spectator areas. Parents and family members are welcome to wait in our lobby if they prefer to remain in the building during class times.
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SEASONAL CLASSES
LITTLE CIRQUE PLAYGROUND
Ages 18 months-2 yrs ( parent supervision required)
Fridays 10:00-10:45am
April 17-May 8 ( 4 weeks)
$60 +gst
May 15-June 12 ( 4 weeks)
$60 +gst ( no class May 29)
A 45-minute open play class where toddlers explore circus equipment with their caregiver in a fun, low-pressure setting. The coach leads a short group warm-up and end of class wrap-up, sets up a circus circuit, and provides safety supervision. This is not a structured teaching class—parents guide and support their child through the activities at all times. Minimum 3 participants required to run.
Does your child love performing and creating? Is the stage calling their name? Do they want to learn how to create their own circus act? Showcase their talents and join our Act Creation class! Students create their own act from choosing their apparatus & music, to creating choreography & designing their costume. Instructor gives tools to use in the creation process and provides feedback & guidance. Acts must be between 2 - 4 minutes The session ends with a performance in front of a live audience at The Rising's studio on Sunday, June 14 Performers will choose one stage of the journey — dreams, challenges, or triumph/overcoming — as the foundation for their act. Using circus arts as a storytelling tool, participants will develop both their technical skills and their ability to express emotion and meaning through performance. *Dress Rehearsal will be held during the last class of the session. You must be able to attend this class to be able to perform in the show Prerequisites: students must be in a kids level 2 or 3 class
CIRCUS PARKOUR
Ages 6 - 11
Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm
March 31- June 9
$220 +gst
1 hr Kids Circus Parkour Class. Explore and experience our circus parkour circuit where you can swing on the ropes, climb the silks, jump off the blocks, roll on the mats, and more! Each week we will change up our circuit to try new things. Coach provides safety supervision, introduction to our circuits and some instruction of skills. No prerequisites *Students must be able to follow The Rising Circus Safety Rules. Continual violation of our rules will result in dismissal from the class without refund. Closed class setting. No viewing as we will use our entire studio space for the circuit.
TINY TOT CIRCUS
Ages 3-4 yrs ( parent supervision required)
Fridays 11:00-11:45am
April 17-May 8 ( 5 weeks)
$60 +gst
May 15-June 12 ( 4 weeks)
$60 +gst ( no class May 29)
Step right up! This 45-minute parent & child class is all about playful exploration in a circus-themed setting. Enjoy open play on a coach-designed circus circuit, with a short group warm-up and wrap-up. Coaches provide safety supervision and will introduce a fun “Skill of the Day” each day (aerial and/or ground) for families to try together. This is not a structured class—caregivers actively guide and support their child throughout. Minimum 3 participants required to run.
DAYTIME HOMESCHOOL CIRCUS CLASS
Age 6-11
Mondays 12:30-2:00pm
4 week Session March 30-April 27 (no class Easter Monday)
$144 +gst
4 week session May 4- June 1 (no class Victoria Day)
$144 +gst
🌟 Homeschool Circus Arts Class (Ages 6–11) 🌟 Is your child ready to climb, spin, soar, and shine? Our homeschool circus class is the perfect blend of movement, creativity, and confidence-building fun! 🎈 Students Will Learn: ✨ Aerial Silks – Climb, wrap, and strike beautiful poses ✨ Aerial Hoop – Spin and balance in the air ✨ Trapeze – Build strength with exciting skills ✨ Juggling – Hand-eye coordination made fun ✨ Plate Spinning – Focus and fine motor mastery ✨ And other engaging ground circus skills! 🎭 Why Circus Arts? ✔ Builds strength, flexibility & coordination ✔ Boosts confidence & stage presence ✔ Encourages creativity and perseverance ✔ Supports social connection This is a beginner-friendly 4 week course and focus is on safety and skill progression. 🎉 No experience necessary – just curiosity and a willingness to try!
KIDS INTRO TO CIRCUS TRIAL CLASS
Age 6-11
Choose from:
Friday April 24 or Friday May 15
5:15-6:15pm
$24 +gst
1 hour Intro to Circus trial class for kids age 6-11 In this coach led class students will learn foundational skills on aerial Hammock and Hoop, followed by a short ground circus lesson with spinning plates! A great way to try out the circus centre and an aerial class before registering for a full-length session. No prerequisites To Register: - create or sign into your Rising account - Trial class can be found on our WORKSHOPS & EVENTS CALENDAR via your Rising account
KIDS BEGINNER CIRCUS PROGRAMS Ages 4-11
Does your child love climbing, rolling, spinning, hanging? This 45 min class is the perfect introduction into the magical world of circus ! Silk, hoop, trapeze, acrobatics, and ground circus skills Focus is on fun, movement exploration, and imagination! Prerequisites: none, must be able to participate without accompaniment and follow the coach's instruction. Must be able to use the bathroom by themselves. Closed class setting. Parents who choose to wait during class must stay in waiting area outside of circus room Family Viewing Day on first and last class of session
Explore life under the Big Top! Circus Starter is your child's first step in our Kids Circus Programming. Learn foundational skills on aerial silk, aerial hammock, aerial hoop, trapeze, plus a few ground circus skills in a safe and supportive environment. Circus improves strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and is a non-competitive, physically active and creative pursuit. Near the end of the session you will receive an email with your child's class level recommendation for the following session. On average, it takes 1-2 sessions for a child to pass through Circus Starter. Because aerial circus is a higher risk activity it's important they feel confident and comfortable with their circus foundations before moving into a higher level. Prerequisites: none -closed class setting -Family viewing day on first & last class of session
Is your child curious about circus and wants to check out our centre before enrolling? Or is your child already a Rising student and wants additional practice to work on their skills learned in class? Then join us for Kids Circus Happy Hour! Games and warm up led by coach followed by supervised open play on various circus equipment- aerial & ground. * this is not an instructional class. Coach provides safety supervision only. ** closed class setting. Parents can wait in our lobby if desired. *** 55 min class MAKEUP CLASS OPTION FOR ENROLLED STUDENTS: email our office at admin@therisingcircus.com to request a makeup class. Include your child's name, date of missed class, and which Circus Happy Hour date you wish to attend. If space is available we will add your child to the drop in at no extra charge. You can make up a missed class before or after it is missed as long as it is made up in the same session. Makeup classes do not carry forward into the next session. Make up class not guaranteed. Dependent on space available. Prerequisites: none, must be able to participate without parent accompaniment and follow the coach's instruction. Must be able to use the bathroom by themselves. TO REGISTER: -create or sign into your Rising account -find the class on the OPEN TRAINING & CLASS DROP IN CALENDAR -find desired date and enrol in class -complete checkout if you are doing a make up class please follow instructions above and email office
LION TAMERS Ages 6-8
LION TAMERS LV 1
Ages 6 - 8
Choose from:
Mondays 5:15-6:15pm
March 30-June 8 ( no class Easter Monday & Victoria Day)
$216 +gst
Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm
March 31-June 9
$264 +gst
This class is your child's second step when they join The Rising. Once they complete Circus Starter they are ready to join this class. Building on the aerial foundations students will progress at their own pace on aerial Silk, Hammock, Hoop, and Trapeze. Plus ground circus skills. Generally, it takes 1 year ( 3 sessions Sept-June) to pass Lv 1 Mini aerial circus performance for families on last class closed class setting except for last class of session Prerequisites: Circus Starter or equivalent from another circus school
LION TAMERS LV 2
Ages 6 - 8
Choose From:
Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm
April 2-June 11
$264 +gst
Fridays 4:00 - 5:00pm ( no class Good Friday)
April 3-June 12
$240 +gst
Upon successful completion of Lion Tamers Lv 1 students move into Lv 2. Continuing to study the 4 main aerial apparatus, students are taught skills which require more height, strength, flexibility and aerial maturity. Students will learn an aerial routine during last 4 classes and perform it for their families on the last class of the session -closed class setting -family viewing last class of session Prerequisites: -student must have completed minimum 3 sessions (Sept-June) in Lion Tamers Lv 1 - parents must receive office approval via email to move into level 2 Strength: flexed arm hang 10 seconds, straddle inversions on all 4 apparatus, climb to top of silk, comfortable hanging upside down, 2 knee hangs, single and double foot locks from ground, pullovers
Upon successful completion of Lion Tamers Lv 2 students move into Lv 3. This is the final level in the Lion Tamers program. Continuing to study the 4 main aerial apparatus students will learn higher level skills such as cross back straddle, mini drop,s inversion skills, & skill sequencing. -closed class setting -family viewing last class of session. Students will perform a mini circus act Prerequisites: -office approval MUST be received to move into LV 3 - 1 full year in Lion Tamers Lv 2 (3 sessions minimum) Strength: flexed arm hang 20 seconds, straddle inversions on all 4 apparatus with good form, classic climb to top of stretchy silk, single knee hangs, skin the cats, single and double foot locks in air, X back, comfortable working with spin
RING MASTERS Ages 9-11
This class is your child's second step when they join The Rising. After completing Circus Starter your child can move into this class to further develop their circus skills. Building on the aerial foundations students will progress at their own pace on aerial Silk, Hammock, Hoop, and Trapeze. Plus ground circus skills. Generally, it takes up to 1 year of consistent training to move into Lv 2 ( 3 sessions Sept-June) Mini aerial circus performance for families on last class - closed class setting except for last class of session Prerequisites: Circus Starter or equivalent
Upon successful completion of 1 full year ( 3 sessions Sept-June ) in Ring Masters Lv 1 students move into Lv 2. Continuing to study the 4 main aerial apparatus, students are taught skills which require more height, strength, flexibility and aerial maturity. Students will learn an aerial routine during last 1/4 of session and perform it for their parents on the last class of the session -closed class setting -family viewing last class of session Prerequisites: -Ring Masters Lv 1 Strength: flexed arm hang 15 seconds, straddle inversions on all 4 apparatus with good form, climb to top of silk, single knee hangs, single and double foot locks in air, X back
Upon successful completion of Ring Masters Lv 2 students move into Lv 3. This is the final level in the Ring Masters program. Continuing to study the 4 main aerial apparatus students will learn higher level skills such as cross back straddle, mini drops, inversion skills, & skill sequencing. -closed class setting -family viewing last class of session. Students will perform a circus act Prerequisites: -office approval must be received to move into LV 3 -Ring Masters Lv 2 Strength: flexed arm hang 20 seconds, straddle inversions on all 4 apparatus with good form, classic climb to top of silk, single knee hangs, skin the cats, single and double foot locks in air, X back, comfortable working with spin