Performance Track Program
Our performance track program is intended to help dedicated & aspiring circus performers develop their technical, choreographic, and performance skills. Students will learn to become well-rounded artists and navigate opportunities in both artistic and competitive environments.
About The Program
Our goals with our performance track program are to provide a structured training program for students with professional aspirations. We would like to help students develop a strong technical foundation, including strength and flexibility to be successful artists. Our program instructors will provide mentorship while navigating performance and competitive opportunities in the industry.
Program Requirements
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Accepted Ages: 12+
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Must have the availability to commit to weekly required classes and self-directed training times.
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Ability to adapt to new apparatuses and group training styles.
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Willingness to think and work creatively outside of one's comfort zone.
Program Elements
Master Classes
Access to two-hour training blocks to work on technical foundations with a personalized workout assigned to them.
Group Class
A two-hour class on Sundays that includes structured training. This time will also be used as rehearsal and training for shows & competitions.
Private Lessons
Each student will receive private lesson time each month with a performance track instructor of their choice.
Weekly Classes
Outside of mandatory classes on our schedule, students will receive a discounted drop in rate to all other classes.
In addition to these program elements, students will be expected to create acts for yearly events including two in-house shows and two to three competitions.
Applications
Admission to this program is by application only. The program is limited to 6 students for the 2022-2023 year. Applications are due by September 18th and the program will begin on October 2nd.
Program Fees:
$575.00 Monthly enrollment with a 3-month commitment.
Covers all elements of the program.
*Competition expenses including registration, travel, & costume are not included*
Application Requirements
If you are interested in this program please send us an email to info@theverticalfix.com with the following information.
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Provide your name, age, and a brief summary of your current training.
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Tell us what you hope to achieve out of this program.
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A short video of your current flexibility including right/left/center splits, standing pike, and bridge.
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A short video of your max reps of push-ups, pull-ups, leg lifts, no leg rope climb and handstand (supported against the wall if needed).
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A short video demonstrating your forward/backward roll, both cartwheels, kick-up to handstand, and any additional tumbling skills you may have.
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A 2-minute continuous sequence in your primary discipline. This can be a training or performance video of your choice.