Our Provincial Performance Preparatory Program “4P” governs the post-secondary and professional programming options at CircusWest. This includes pathways for existing students, adults looking to expand their skill set, and athletes interested in cross-training and professional development.
4P Pipeline
The 4P Pipeline is designed to identify and support young athletes who show potential for promotion in the circus arts, based on various benchmarks. Selected young athletes will participate in a series of workshop sessions in our gym to enhance their skills and receive guidance on their athletic development.
*Acceptance by invitation
4P
4P is designed for motivated circus and movement artists who desire high level specialized training. This intensive 9 month program allows artists to develop the technical, physical, and academic skills necessary to enter the circus industry as a professional performer, producer, or team member.
*Acceptance by audition
Pro Pathway
The Pro Pathway is for established circus artists looking to train and build with fellow professionals.
Accepted artists will enjoy staff supported training 3X per week plus access 4P physical training and equipment throughout the training season.
*Acceptance by audition
Pro +
Pro + allows select artists to access CircusWest's professional drop-in options for less. This prepaid monthly pass is available to 4P Alumni, Pro Pathway, and 4P Pipeline students for additional self directed training during CATS and Informal Training.
*Available with 4P packages only
Learn more at 4Pcircuswest.com
To participate in CircusWest classes, all participants are required to:
• Purchase a CircusWest Yearly Family Membership at $16 (valid September 1st – August 31st)
• Purchase Yearly Student Insurance at $42 (valid September 1st – August 31st)
• Read and sign the CircusWest Acknowledgement of Risk and Student Code of Conduct (parent or guardian signature required for minors)
11 MONTHS
Up to 16 HOURS PER WEEK
Up to 4 HOURS DAILY
Our professional development pathways include several building blocks we believe are core to performing professionally in circus arts.Accepted applicants will take part in:
4P Programming follows the local school board calendar for winter holidays and spring break. No training on statutory holidays. CircusWest closes for 2 weeks during the PNE.
Yes, with two weeks' written notice. Use the 4P Break Request form (ask staff for it). Payment adjustments apply after the form is submitted.
Tuition is due on the 1st of each month. It will be posted to your account by staff and must be paid before classes begin.
Yes:
Circus West is a non-profit organization dedicated
to delivering memorable experiences to students
and circus lovers of all ages.
The staff and students of Circus West work and play on the unceded, ancestral lands of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, Sto:lo, Stz'uminus, Qayqayt and Squamish Nations. We are grateful for this land and the ongoing stewardship of it by these nations.
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