CircEsteem, established in 2001, is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering social change through the innovative approach of social circus. By using the dynamic and engaging medium of circus arts, CircEsteem empowers Chicago's youth to build self-esteem, develop valuable life skills, in safe and inclusive environments. Our programs offer a unique blend of physical activity and creative expression, helping young people to grow in confidence, collaboration, and perseverance.
Day at the Circus camps will be offered on the following non-CPS attendance days for the 2024/ 2025 School Year: Jan. 21, Feb. 25, March 31, and April 18. *BYO Snack, Lunch, & Water Bottle.
Each day will include a deeper dive into specific skills, group games, and arts & crafts activities. Each day camp will have a theme.
Jan. 21st's theme will be “Fresh Starts”, and will include stations in aerial arts and mini trampoline.
Location: 4730 N. Sheridan
Ages: 6-16
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: $97
*Financial aid available
Ready to show off your circus skills? Join us on Saturdays for Chicago Youth Circus (CYC) and discover your inner star! Whether you're a juggling maestro or an aspiring acrobat, there's a place for YOU under the big top!
*Financial aid available
Chicago Youth Circus (CYC) is a vibrant Saturday program held in two locations, dedicated to developing circus skills and providing performance opportunities for youth. Our program includes a variety of circus disciplines such as juggling, unicycle, gym wheel, trapeze, silks, lyra, clowning, and many other circus skills.
“To see the look in a kid’s eyes when they first juggle or spin a plate, it’s like a light goes off. It’s just so magical to see”
Sam Brown, Teaching Artist
Hire CircEsteem for your next birthday, bar/bat mitzvah, parade, corporate or professional sporting event. We provide strolling performers, interactive circus workshops, and fully produced circus shows.
Join us for a day of excitement and joy at the Carnival of Wonders, a family-friendly event designed to captivate attendees of all ages. This vibrant celebration offers an array of carnival games, circus skill activities, and entertainment, all set within a lively festival atmosphere. Most importantly, your participation helps support CircEsteem's mission to unite youth from diverse backgrounds and build self-esteem through the art of circus!
CircEsteem relies on the generosity of its donors and partners.
Opportunities include, but are not limited to: Tutoring and Performance Support.
Make the circle bigger. From acrobatics to accounting, we appreciate your help!