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Workshops
Our workshops are structured, skill-focused sessions where participants dive deeper into specific circus disciplines such as juggling, diabolo, acrobatics, clowning, and balance skills. In each of our workshops, participants play group games, rotate through skill stations, and have an opportunity to try a wide variety of differentiated disciplines within the broad circus umbrella. Coaches at a ratio with participants of 1:10 provide clear instruction, skill progressions, and individualized support so learners build both technique and confidence. Workshops can be one-time experiences or part of an ongoing series.
Open Play Space
Our open play spaces invite participants to explore circus props and movement at their own pace with supportive guidance from our coaches. Youth can try juggling, balance tools, hula hoops, and more in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity and confidence. This format works beautifully for mixed ages and larger groups, allowing everyone to find a moment of success. Typically, we see this offering paired with a larger event, market, or festival. We also offer optional add-ons for market/festivals including face painting, temporary tattoos, bubbles, and more to amplify the experience.
Residencies
Our residencies consist of repeat and continual workshops over a set period of time, allowing students to build skills, strengthen teamwork, and develop a sense of identity and purpose through their exploration of up to 25 different circus skills. These programs conclude with a casual community-facing show-off where participants share what they have learned to family and community in a supportive and celebratory environment. Residencies are ideal for schools and community programs seeking deeper impact.
Performances
Our performances feature professional circus artists combining juggling, balance, comedy, and audience participation in a joyful and engaging show. Designed for a wide range of ages, our performances can stand alone or complement an event with roaming or interactive elements. The availability will differ per region, please reach out directly for more information of what is available near you!
Party Packages
We bring high-energy, interactive games, circus skill exploration, and laughter to your celebration! We create a fun and inclusive experience where every participant gets to try something new and feel successful with optional add-ons like face painting, temporary tattoos, bubbles, balloon animals and more. Parties can be tailored to age, space, and theme. All of our birthday packages include a wrapped t-shirt and circus prop of choice gift for the birthday celebrator!
*The availability of programming and add-ons will differ per region, please reach out directly for more information of what is available near you!*
Why Social Circus?
Across all offerings, Spoon Circus programming supports whole-child development in meaningful and measurable ways.
Physically, students build coordination, balance, bilateral integration, spatial awareness, and core strength through skill-based movement.
Cognitively, circus arts reinforce focus, sequencing, pattern recognition, problem solving, grit and perseverance.
Socially and emotionally, participants practice self-regulation, resilience, goal setting, teamwork, and constructive peer feedback, directly supporting SEL competencies such as self-awareness, responsible decision making, and relationship skills.
Common Core competencies in mathematical thinking, following multi-step directions, communication, and collaborative learning.
Creative exploration through clowning, performance, and improvisation strengthens confidence, public speaking skills, and expressive communication. By creating an environment where effort is celebrated and mistakes are part of the process, students develop a growth mindset that carries into academic learning and everyday life.
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Programming