Cirkör Prep

Cirkör Prep is a one-year, part-time course. Throughout the year, you will train in the fundamentals of various circus disciplines, with the opportunity to specialise in your preferred disciplines. The course primarily aims at those who wish to lay the groundwork for a higher education.

The course comprises teacher-led lessons alongside our Cirkusgymnaset students (approximately 10 hours per week) and an equal amount of independent training in the circus hall. In northern Europe's largest circus hall, both secondary school students, course participants, and professional circus artists train, with access to everything needed for most circus disciplines.

Course Content

The Cirkör Prep course follows the teacher-led classes of Cirkusgymnasiet. Depending on your prior knowledge, you can individually choose between the tracks taken by first–, second–, or third-year students.

The focus is on the fundamentals of all circus disciplines, such as acrobatics, trampoline, tightrope walking, handstands, juggling, and aerial acrobatics. We also work on strength and stretching, rigging and safety, dance, improvisation, theatre, clowning, and artistic creation. Those with substantial prior knowledge or who quickly develop a passion for a discipline can choose to specialise in it, primarily during the second term.

The preparatory course is part-time, with approximately half of the time dedicated to teacher-led classes. Classes mainly take place during the daytime, but the schedule varies slightly in time and extent throughout the year. The course includes a study trip to Paris and two project weeks at Riksteatern.

After Cirkör Prep

Cirkör Prep is for those who aim to pursue a higher education in circus. After completing the course, you will receive a certificate and a personal letter that can be used in future applications.