Series & Workshops
for students aged 16 and older
Progressive Series
Act Conceptualization Series with Sean
So how do I get started?
This is where we're starting from on the road of building an act - not just a series of tricks or choreography, but a deeper, more impactful act.
For those who have never done it before through those with a lot of performance experience, we'll be moving through 4 weeks of tools so that on the other side you feel armed and ready to assemble the building blocks however feels right.
If you've done prior series with me, the longer sessions and focus on Act Concept of this series will allow us to get deeper into specific character and movement theory, including Jungian Archetypes and Laban Effort Actions.
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4 weeks, Thursdays, Oct 22 - Nov 12
6:00 - 7:40 pm (75 minutes of instruction + 25 minute open training)
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$260 full price, 15% off for members
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Successful understandings of the foundations of a circus discipline, ie: eligible for Handstands 2, Intermediate Silks, Partner Acro Level 2, etc
A concept or idea to unpack into an act, this can be rough, and can be changed. Note: a song is not a concept, if there's a song you want to use that's great - but why?
No performance experience required.
Accessory Strength Series
with Emrah & Josh
Regardless of your current level, take your acrobatic capacity to the next level with our structured 8-Week Strength Intensive. Built specifically for floor and aerial acrobats, this series replaces random drop-in workouts with real, periodized strength development. The complete program incorporates structured loading phases, a strategic deload week, and baseline/post-series testing to give you clear, quantifiable proof of your progress.
To ensure proper fatigue management alongside your regular skill training, our 45-minute sessions follow a dedicated movement split:
Push/Pull on Mondays at 5:30 pm
Anterior Chain on Wednesdays at 5:30 pm
Posterior Chain on Fridays at 5:30 pm
Everyone trains using RPE-based loading that adapts to your daily physical state, with exercise variations tailored specifically for Bases, Flyers, and Aerialists. Enrollment includes the full 8-week block, 3 classes per week (except on holidays).
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Location: @RB (#3 - 625 Hillside Rd.)
September 7 - October 30th
(no classes on stat holidays)This course is 3 times per week, 45-minute sessions which follow a dedicated movement split:
Push/Pull on Mondays at 5:30 pm
Anterior Chain on Wednesdays at 5:30 pm
Posterior Chain on Fridays at 5:30 pm
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$400 (+ gst) for 22 total classes
~ $18 per class15% off for members
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None.
Series Details
with Emrah
Handstands & Coffee
Two hours upside down, fueled by courage (and caffeine).
For the truly committed (and a little bit caffeinated) — our Saturday Handstand & Espresso class is a two-hour deep dive into skill, strength, and consistency. This extended format gives you the time to refine technique, build endurance, and explore new challenges without the rush. Come early for a fresh cup of coffee, stay for the handstands, and leave with shaky arms and a happy heart.
Drop-in Details
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Location: @ESQ (903 Devonshire Road)
Saturdays, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
This class is a 2-hour drop in. Register with ease through the Island Circus app or any mindbody portal!
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$200 (+ gst) for a 5 class punch pass
15% off for members
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You currently practice handstands at least twice per week
You are comfortable spending extended time on your hands and managing your own intensity
You are seeking a long-format, immersive practice rather than a quick introduction
with Adgam
Adult Contortion
Series
This class is for very flexible students, interested in increasing their flexibility and gaining the strength required to perform contortion tricks. The class will also teach students how to properly engage their bodies while stretching to stay safe and prevent injuries. For very flexible people, formal mobility-focused training is an integral piece of a long and healthy relationship with activities like circus, gymnastics, and dance.
Series Details
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Location: The Loft @Rock Bay (625 Hillside Ave)
Wednesdays, 7:30pm-8:30pm
Sep 9 - Nov 25
Bonus drop-in classes, Dec 2 - 16
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Use your membership class passes, or class packs to sign up for this series!
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Students must have their splits in at least one direction (front splits or middle splits)
Students must be able to hold a bridge with straight arms for 10 seconds
This class is not recommended for students who have difficulty spending extended time upside down.
Must be comfortable with partner work.
Intro Series
Aerial Intro Series
Curious about Aerial Circus, but not sure where to start? Try this intro series, and dip your toes into the aerial arts!
This 4-week Aerial Intro Series will introduce you to the basics of Aerial Silks, Hammock, Trapeze, and Hoop.
Sundays @ Island Circus Esquimalt: 6:40pm-7:40pm
August 30th - September 20th
September 27th - October 18th
Cost: $85 + gst
Acro Intro Series
Start your Acro Yoga journey off right with our 4-week Acro Foundations Series.
Students will be working in groups of 3 or more. No partner or experience required.
Thursdays @ Island Circus Rock Bay: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
September 24 - October 15
Cost: $85 + gst
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Class Passes, as well our Tiered Memberships do apply for our Intro to Aerial and Intro to Acro Yoga Series.
Our Series and Workshops are changing based on the requests of our community. Is there something you would like to see? Email us.
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We do not offer refunds once enrolled in a Series or Workshop. In certain circumstances, enrolment can be transferred to a future Series.
We cannot offer makeup classes in future sessions if a class is missed during a Series.