Circus Camp will return 2026
It is with great sadness that we have determined we will be unable to offer summer camp for 2025. The circus continues its recovery efforts from storm damage last May. Much progress has been made to replace the circus big top and everything it contained. Without the circus tent, we have been unable to train our performers as we normally would in a school year. We rely on that training to develop the outstanding circus camp staff who make camp possible.
The FSU Circus offices are currently open. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at circuscamp@admin.fsu.edu. Emails will be checked daily, and messages will be returned as soon as possible.
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Camp Sessions and Registration
There is no Circus Camp 2025
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience under the Big Top on the Florida State campus. Campers will get a real-life circus experience, working on all the same acts you’ve seen during our performances; Flying Trapeze, Trampoline, Juggling, Tight Wire, Balancing, Cloud Swing and more!
Expect your camper to come home a little dirty, tired, and rumpled after a full day of circus fun!
Our counselors are all current FSU Circus student performers. Camp is available for children ages 7-17. Week-long sessions run Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Activities
Campers will have to opportunity to try a variety of circus skills in a number of different disciplines. We rotate through five different activities everyday. Some of our camper favorites are:
- Flying Trapeze
- Trampoline
- Cloud Swing
- Lyra
- Triple Trapeze
- Low Tight Wire
- Juggling and Object Manipulation
- Jump Rope
- Hand to Hand Balancing
- Mini Trampoline
Daily Schedule
- 7:45 am - 9:00 am: Drop Off in Tent
- 9:00 am – 9:25am: Group Stretching
- 9:30 am - 10:25 am: First Rotation
- 10:30 am - 11:25am: Second Rotation
- 11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Lunch
- 12:05 pm – 1:00pm: Third Rotation
- 1:05 pm – 2:00 pm: Fourth Rotation
- 2:05 pm – 3:00 pm: Fifth Rotation / Camper Showcase on Friday
- 3:00pm - 3:30 pm: Pick Up in Tent
Staff
Our camp counselor staff is comprised of existing members of our FSU Circus cast. They have trained and performed with the FSU Circus for at least a year. Three of our full-time professional staff supervise the camp operation.
Safety
Safety is our primary concern. Each of our activities are conducted so that they are as safe as possible. The safety measures employed differ depending on the particular activity. We use safety lines, landing mats and trained spotters to ensure the safety of our participants.
Camper Showcase
On Fridays at 2:00 pm our campers will have the chance to show off some of their new skills. Parents and guests are welcome. Typically the showcase ends by 3:00 pm. Parking will be available in the parking lot adjacent to the Circus facility.
Parents' Guide
For more information about what to expect at camp, click on the link below for our Parents' Guide.