Circus Juventas has expanded our Professional Program to offer world-class, laser-focused training for young adults preparing for a career as working circus professionals. The two-year training program with our world-renowned coaching staff allows students to develop professional skills, prepare for auditions and festivals, build dynamic act routines, and network with professional organizations such as Cirque du Soleil and other notable professional circus companies.
In CJ’s 28-year history, many alumni of the advanced youth program have gone on to professional careers with Cirque du Soleil, Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey, The Wallenda Family, Bello Nock, The Royal Hanneford Circus, Cirque Mechanics, Cirque Eloize, and many other professional circus organizations. Internationally recognized Director Sun Yanhong leads the professional program along with Rob Dawson, CJ’s Executive Director. They have built on the comprehensive foundations of CJ to create a custom-tailored experience with a singular goal: getting students out into the professional world of circus.
Professional Program students focus in chosen disciplines and integrated cross-training within the five genres offered at CJ; Aerial, Acrobatics, Balance, Dance and Theater. Solo or partner acts have one-on-one coach training, and participation in ensemble and team acts is available in conjunction with our advanced youth program.
Students undergo an evaluation period with program professionals in which a custom program is created for each student to find the right fit for their talents. Students train within their program plan, Mon-Fri from 12:00-4:00 P.M. Participants are able to sign up for 5 general fee classes within our advanced youth program, and perform in Circus Juventas productions when applicable. Classes run September through May.