Circus arts training program for students in Sarasota & Manatee counties

From humble beginnings as a high school gymnastics class in 1949, the Sailor Circus Academy has grown into one of the top circus training programs in the USA. Known worldwide as The Greatest ‘Little’ Show on Earth, the Sailor Circus is America’s longest-running youth circus, having been seen by more than 1 million thrilled spectators!

The Academy provides a rigorous after-school program where students learn life management skills, self-discipline, confidence and a commitment to achievement; all in a safe and nurturing circus atmosphere. Sailor Circus Academy students are recognized as future leaders and major contributors to the legacy of Circus in Sarasota.