Gold Troupe is a PREPARATORY Circus Arts Training program for students ages 8 – 18. Our preparatory program is offered in the Fall and Spring seasons. The Academy Gold Troupe is designed to construct a solid base and provide an avenue for circus students to advance and prepare for our Sailor Circus Academy Red Troupe Performance Program. No evaluation is required to join the Gold troupe.
Our Academy Gold Troupe will build the student’s natural abilities, improve their strength & confidence and emphasize training safety, performance technique, and performance etiquette. These skills are very important to develop well-rounded circus skills and to become a refined athletic circus arts performer.
The program consists of training in one or two core classes three (3) – five (5) days per week. Students will get the rare opportunity to experience quality instruction by Elite Professional Circus Arts Coaches. Each Fall and Spring session trains for an average of nine (9) weeks.
The maximum number of acts a student may train is two(2).
As part of the Academy Gold Troupe, students will participate in a costumed, ticketed showcase at the completion of each Fall and Spring season. Performances will be held at CAC’s beautiful air-conditioned arena. Families and friends of students will have the wonderful opportunity to attend these live performances. Prior to the showcase, students will have a full week of rehearsals that will enable the student to be comfortable performing in front of a live audience. During the showcase, students will experience the excitement of performing under bright lights, with colorful costumes, while learning about staging, performer etiquette, and camaraderie.
At the Circus Arts Conservatory, we believe there is “something for everyone” in the Circus Arts. Students of all levels are welcome to register. After registration is completed, students and parents will be required to attend a one-hour orientation. Therefore, the Academy Gold Troupe’s intensity will require both student and parental commitment to ensure a successful experience. Our Academy Gold Troupe’s focus is to give our students the opportunity to experience and learn the many facets of the Circus Arts, including; Aerial Skills, Rebound & Balance Skills, Acrobatic Arts, Clowning, Specialty Acts, and Performance Techniques. These are ALL essential to being a well-rounded performer.
New incoming students and students that did not attend an evaluation are required to take acrobatics, and ALL students are required to join warm-up/conditioning classes. Returning students (does not include recreational classes) may be required to take acro depending on the acts of interest (the Gold Troupe manager will let you know).
If students do not participate in the summer 2023 evaluation, they will be enrolled in acrobatics automatically. Additionally, they can train in one (1) additional act by paying an additional fee.
If you are interested in quality, progressive Circus Arts training, The Sailor Circus Academy Gold Troupe is your golden opportunity!
To join the Gold Troupe, students must be registered for the session by the deadline. Once registration closes, additional students can NOT be admitted for the season due to scheduling and act placements that take place prior to the start of the session.
Registration for the Fall Session has closed. Check back in December/January for the Spring session.
Returning Students – Please click HERE to review changes in the program before enrolling.
Dates: Fall Session runs August 17 – November 5
Mandatory orientation: August 17.
Gold Troupe Showcase: Fall session Sunday, November 5, with two performances.
For the safety of students, staff, and coaches, only students currently in training are allowed in the Sailor Circus Arena and on CAC Campus. These areas are CLOSED to parents, guardians, and visitors. Parents are not permitted to escort their children into the Arena. *Please note our Arena / Campus policy is firm: No parents, guardians, or visitors allowed on campus or in the arena for any reason, no exceptions. Registered families can reach our staff using the Remind app.
Fall Session: Comprehensive Training Fee – One (1) act $800 (per student)
Includes a $ 700 training fee & a $100 performance and costume fee. Students may add on ONE (1) additional act for $200. Payment options are available. Does not include required training apparel or performance needs. To choose a payment plan, you can select “contracts” located at the top of the payment page, and choose your preferred option.
Registration: To complete your registration, simply follow these two steps: 1) Click on the “Register Here” button below to enroll your child(ren) and pay. 2) Fill out the Registration Form included in your purchase receipt or course enrollment confirmation email. Please note that the registration form must be completed on the same day as the purchase/enrollment to avoid a late fee. Submitting all necessary forms before the registration deadline is crucial to securing your spot. Students who have registration forms completed on time will have the first choice of their act placements as long as there is availability and they meet the criteria.
Scholarships:
Applications are due by August 6 at 8:00 PM
See below for the Need-Based Scholarship application and information.
Required Training Apparel and Performance Needs:
Not included in tuition. Girls: biketard and leggings – any color. Boys: athletic clothing – any color. Leggings for aerial acts. Any other needs will be presented at the orientation.
Volunteering: Families in the Gold Troupe are now required to volunteer. Click the link below for more information on volunteering.
Parent Open House: NEW! During the session, a parent open house will be held where parents can observe the training. The date for this event has not yet been determined, but we will notify registered families.
Click HERE for printable information, schedule, fees, and more.
AGE REQUIREMENT: Students must be eight (8) years old by September 1 for the Fall Session and eight (8) years old by January 1 for the Spring Session.
Sailor Circus Academy students, as part of The Circus Arts Conservatory’s partnership with The Smithsonian Folklife Festival, have been invited to present and perform on the National Mall in Washington DC during summer of 2017 .
