Business Details
36 Years
experience
Inclusive Circus Workshops & Performances in Rochdale
Skylight Circus Arts has been enriching communities through performance since 1990. Our inclusive approach caters to all ages and abilities, offering circus skills sessions that foster personal development, physical wellbeing, and social connection. We deliver outreach programmes across the North West, specialise in working with individuals with disabilities in partnership with clinical psychologists, and provide tailored school workshops that enhance educational outcomes.With a purpose-built training space and small studio theatre in Rochdale, we combine creative excellence with social impact through funded community projects and professional performances. Our team of experienced practitioners prioritises safety and accessibility while delivering transformative experiences that build confidence and community cohesion.
Services
Inclusive Circus Classes
School Workshops
Corporate Team Building
Community Performances
Adult Aerial Classes
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We specialise in inclusive circus sessions for people with disabilities
- Our team partners with clinical psychologists for targeted delivery
- We offer bespoke school workshops enhancing wellbeing and literacy
- We have 35+ years' experience delivering community-focused circus arts
- We provide accessible performances and outreach across the North West
What people say
Confidence she lost
Valued & needed
Loved taking part
Life-changing experiences
Inclusive for all ages
Services
Inclusive Circus Classes
Our inclusive classes welcome participants of all abilities, offering adapted circus skills through specialist instruction. Sessions focus on building confidence, physical coordination, and social interaction in a supportive environment. Participants access equipment like aerial silks, trapeze, and juggling props with tailored guidance.
School Workshops
We deliver curriculum-enhancing workshops for primary and secondary schools, combining physical activity with literacy development. Sessions improve teamwork, creativity, and self-esteem through circus skills tailored to educational objectives and age groups.
Community Performances
Professional performances showcase our participants' talents at local venues and festivals. Funded projects enable free community access to circus arts through outdoor spectacles, theatre productions, and collaborative events with cultural partners.
Corporate Team Building
Circus-based team-building sessions develop workplace collaboration through skill challenges. Our programmes improve communication, trust, and stress management for corporate groups in an engaging, non-traditional setting.
Adult Aerial Classes
We provide recreational aerial skills classes for adults, including silks, hoop, and trapeze. Sessions focus on fitness development, creative expression, and social connection in a non-competitive environment suitable for all experience levels.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer sessions for children aged 8+, adults, and seniors. Specialised programmes exist for school groups, corporate teams, and individuals with disabilities.
Do you offer school workshops?
Yes, we provide curriculum-linked circus workshops for primary and secondary schools across Greater Manchester, focusing on wellbeing, teamwork, and creative learning.
Are sessions accessible for people with disabilities?
We specialise in inclusive sessions, working with clinical psychologists to adapt activities for participants with various needs and abilities.
Can we book corporate team-building events?
Yes, our corporate wellness sessions improve teamwork through circus skills, available at our Rochdale venue or on-site across the North West.
How are performances funded?
We secure project funding from bodies like Arts Council England and Heritage Lottery Fund to deliver community performances and outreach programmes.
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