youth classes
YOUng students START ON OUR DISCOVERY STAGE AND FROM THERE
CAN explore foundation stage and beyond
bring the youth to circus!
All young people interested in our classes begin at the Discovery Stage. These classes are open to everyone and previous experience is not necessary.
The next stage is a Foundation Stage, which you can get all the info on from our Beyond Discovery page.
circus for toddlers
We’re super excited to be partnering with the wonderful Dance Cirque in Australia. We bring you Mini MASH, for ages 0-5 years!
Mini MASH
Friday 10AM – 11AM
BOOK HERE
discovery
family taster
To begin the youth classes journey, we invite young people (5-17yrs) along with their guardians to a Discovery Taster Session where youngsters* can try all forms of circus and we can assess where they are at, in order to enrol them at the right stage.
*any child under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at the Discovery Taster Session
Discovery Taster Sessions are always very popular so we highly recommend booking them in advance. Sessions are £10 per family.
SUNDAY 27th SEPTEMBER – BOOK HERE
We are also running trials for new students on some of our Discovery classes. You can book onto these via Discovery Stage Classes below.
If you have any queries about this process, please don’t hesitate in dropping us an email or a call
why do circus?
Well, apart from the benefits to mental and physical health, you will find an inclusive safe community space, with open arms held out to all ability levels.
“My little boy attends children’s circus class on Saturday mornings and I have attended aerial silks and aerial hammock, and I can’t recommend CircusMASH highly enough. The building is a fantastic space, and the instructors are talented, thorough, friendly and professional, excellent teachers and endlessly patient!” Rachel Conlisk
One to one
We also offer private one-to-one tuition for a variety of customers. Please email or call us to enquire via the contact page.
discovery stage classes
Discovery
(5 – 8 years)
Members play games and learn coordination and acrobatic skills. Participants focus on one skill per term in prep for a show. Over the year they try out balance and aerial skills including trapeze, aerial hammock, tight-wire, juggling, plate spinning, diabolo and more. Trials available for new students.
Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focuses on advanced skill development.
Wednesday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Saturday 9.30am – 10.30am
discovery acro
(8 – 17 years)
A beginner level acrobatic class, that works on tumbling and partner acro. The perfect place to hone your skills! Trials available for new students.
Sunday 12pm – 1pm
discovery aerial
(9 – 17 years)
Discovery aerial is for those beginning their honing of aerial skills, continuing to build on the foundations of aerial arts. Participants focus on one skill per term in prep for a show.
Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focuses on advanced skill development. Trials available for new students.
Thursday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Saturday 11.30am – 12.30pm
Discovery & Foundation Hammock
(9 – 17 years)
A hammock-based aerial circus class focusing on core skills, balance and dynamic movement. Young people will build strength, flexibility and confidence while learning foundational skills in a fun, supportive environment.
Thursday 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Discovery play
(5 – 8 years)
Members play games and learn coordination and acrobatic skills. The class is structured around the individuals rather than the discipline so each week members get to try lots of skills including coordination, balance, aerial, tight-wire, juggling, plate spinning & much more. Trials available for new students.
Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focuses on advanced skill development.
Monday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
discovery plus
(9 – 17 years)
Members play games and learn coordination and acrobatic skills. Participants focus on one skill per term in prep for a show. Over the year they try out balance and aerial skills including trapeze, aerial hammock, tight-wire, juggling, plate spinning, diabolo and more. Trials available for new students.
Those who wish to can then progress on to our Beyond Discovery classes, which focus on advanced skill development.
Wednesday 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Saturday 10.30am – 11.30am
Discovery Silks
(8 – 17 years)
An introductory aerial class for young people curious about the art of silks. Students will explore fundamental techniques, building strength and body awareness as they begin their aerial journey — all in a welcoming, supportive space.
Tuesday 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Discovery Skate
(9 – 17 years)
Discovery Skate is for those wanting to learn the basics of how to roller skate and hone their practice. Participants will be working on balance, flow and speed with the addition of circus tricks. Discover how much fun skating is amongst new friends.
Please Note: Students will need to bring their own quad roller skates (NOT inline skates), knee pads and elbow pads.
Wednesday 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Discovery Trapeze
(8 – 16 years)
An introductory aerial class for young people ready to take on the static trapeze. Beginners will develop their skills and confidence in the air, building strength and coordination as they learn the fundamentals — all in a fun, supportive environment.
Saturday 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Open Age Discovery
(5 – 17 years)
A broad introduction to circus for beginners of any age. Young people will try their hand at aerial skills like trapeze and silks, balance skills including tight wire and rolling globe, and coordination skills such as juggling, plate spinning, diabolo and poi — discovering what they love in a fun, supportive environment.
Tuesday 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Foundation Stage Classes
Foundation Ground
(9 – 17 years)
A ground-based circus class focusing on core acrobatics, tumbling and partner work. Young people will build strength, coordination and confidence while learning foundational skills in a fun, supportive environment.
Monday 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Discovery & Foundation Hammock
(9 – 17 years)
A hammock-based aerial circus class focusing on core skills, balance and dynamic movement. Young people will build strength, flexibility and confidence while learning foundational skills in a fun, supportive environment.
Thursday 6.30pm – 7.30pm
More Youth Classes
Aerial Lab
(16+ years)
Aerial Lab is an elite-level training ground designed for dedicated young artists (ages 16+) ready to take their aerial and performance skills to the next level. This class bridges the gap between passionate student and working professional, offering rigorous technique development, creative exploration, and industry readiness.
Led by top instructors and guest mentors, Aerial Lab focuses on refining artistry, building performance stamina, and developing original work. Participants will engage in professional-grade rehearsals, act creation, and collaborative ensemble work, with the opportunity to be scouted for projects through our flagship company, House of MASH Entertainment.
Tuesday 6.30pm – 7.30pm
BFourteen Circus Choreography
(8 – 17 years)
COMING SOON
A fun and creative class where young people explore circus skills and movement. Participants develop confidence, coordination, and teamwork in a supportive environment.
Students will work towards exciting live performances alongside the Bfourteen Choir, as part of the Bfourteen project in partnership with Class Act Theatrix.
Sunday 11am – 12pm
Home Ed
(6 – 16 years)
A circus class designed especially for home-educated children and young people. Students will explore a mix of ground and aerial skills, building strength, coordination and confidence alongside fellow home educators, all in a fun, supportive environment.
Thursday 10am – 11am
(fortnightly class)
Show Class
(7 – 17 years)
Where skills become performance. Students bring the circus skills they’re building in their weekly classes together with storytelling, theatre and choreography to create acts and ensembles for events throughout the year.
To join this class, students must also be attending at least one other weekly class — ground, aerial, or both.
Sunday 1pm – 3pm
Curious about what else is going on this term? Check out the full line up here.
Payment is split over 12 months at £46 per month for 36 weekly sessions (term time).
Discounts available for second classes and siblings.
beyond discovery
Beyond the Discovery youth classes, any students that are ready to move on to a more focused path into circus can join our FOUNDATION stage. We don’t list our foundation classes online but they include Aerial, Acrobatics, Creative, Conditioning and Flexibility & Balance.
Students are assessed each term and if we feel they have the focus and/or skills to move into our Foundation stage, we’ll let you know. Foundation students are able to audition for Bfourteen Troupe and The Birmingham Youth Circus Shows that go out and perform in the community.
If we have any new members wishing to join CircusMash that are of an advanced level, we will assess this at one of our Discovery Taster Sessions, and get them enrolled on the right level.
little cirque
We’re super excited to be partnering with the wonderful Dance Cirque in Australia and to be bringing you Little Cirque classes for 0-5 years. Little Cirque is a playful, energetic class for your little ones to learn and play circus! You will participate with them each week.
Fridays at 10am – 11am
Price: £10 per family
Book online & pay on the day
student shows
We have our Winter Show at the beginning of December that we encourage everybody to be part of. It is the only time during the year that all of our community comes together to showcase their skills to friends and family.
Tickets are available to purchase here if you would like to come and see a show before you get started.
Each class will have an act in the showcase, and students will be able to audition for solo opportunities.
The coaches will let students know about this in class (and don’t worry, it’s optional!)
For specific details on any shows or showbacks, please take a look on our Family Portal.