CircusWest in Vancouver

CircusWest is an arts centre in Vancouver. They offer a variety of circus arts classes, programs and camps for all ages. They also host shows from time to time.

CircusWest Performing Arts Society in Vancouver

CircusWest is an educational centre for the circus arts. It’s where people of all ages can learn from professionals in the industry. If you’ve ever wanted to try acrobatics, juggling, aerial acts, or other cool things you’ve seen in circus performances, there’s probably a lesson or program for you!

Founded in 1984 as the Vancouver Children’s Circus Society, the company began as a non-profit circus school. It eventually grew into a larger operation and is now called the CircusWest Performing Arts Society.

Programs and Camps

CirKids is CircusWest’s main program for youth. It runs from September to June each year. Age groups range from 3 to 4 years old all the way up to between 13 and 19 years of age. Younger children typically learn the basics in fun environments, whereas older kids refine their skills and potentially even pursue careers in the circus arts.

For people who don’t want to commit to 10-month programs, there are also sessional classes that run weekly for about a month. These are perfect for beginners who just want to learn the fundamentals of specific acts.

The centre hosts multi-day camps for kids over Spring Break and summer vacation as well. There are also single-day camps available on select Pro-D Days. Workshops are available for adults throughout the year too.

For full details about the circus arts centre, visit circuswest.com.

CircusWest Crew in Burnaby

Where is CircusWest?

CircusWest uses the PNE Garden Auditorium, located at 2901 East Hastings Street in Vancouver. The property is huge, as it’s where Vancouver’s Playland and PNE Fair take place each summer. To get to the auditorium quickly, enter through Gate 2 or Gate 15, so either from Renfrew Street or Hastings Street.