Circus Glory is a central London trapeze school owned and run by Genevieve Monastesse since 1995.
Genevieve has taught circus arts to adults, teenagers and children for over 30 years in variety of leading circus school and is respected as one of the best aerial teachers in Europe.
The key principle of Circus Glory trapeze school is a personal attention from Genevievie in a small group class setting of maximum 8 people. Every student's progress is closely monitored and supported with one-to-one tips and technique corrections. This speeds up overall learning progress and allows a person to naturally perform to a high standard overtime (demonstrated beautifully by a pool of regular students training with Genevievie for years).
When Genevievie is not teaching at Circus Glory in leafy Primrose Hill, she can be found teaching the Degree Programme at the National Centre of Circus Arts, one of Europe's leading provider of proffesional circus education.
Her students are some of the successful aerialists that you will have seen performing worldwide.
Genevieve's Bio
Genevieve was born in Montreal, the circus capital of the world, where she studied circus, music, and theatre. After graduating from the National Circus School of Montreal, she worked in Cirque du Soleil for two years on their very first show!
She then moved to Europe and forged an career as an aerialist through performing in music videos (George Michael’s ‘Spinning the Wheel’), films (‘Ella Enchanted’, ‘Fairy Tale: A True Story’), theatre (‘The Bartered Bride’ at the Royal Opera House), and charity gala events (Amnesty International, Save the Children). She has performed live in front of royalty at the Queen’s birthday gala, been featured in countless fashion shows and commercials, and doubled for Kate Moss as her stuntwoman.
Circus Glory is an official partner of Circus250, a UK-wide celebration of 250 years of circus in 2018
CLASSES
Static trapeze is a fun blend of sport and art, where regular training will improve your strength, flexibility, and agility as you learn to maneuver and create beautiful shapes in the air.
For children, static trapeze classes are a great way to learn to listen and focus, improve balance and hand-eye coordination, and boost confidence.
For adults, training trapeze is a great stress-reliever, energy-booster, and a wonderful reminder of the importance of play and creation.
Please note the school is closed for 4 week summer holiday between 20th July and 16th August. No classes will take place during that time.
CHILDREN TRAPEZE AUTUMN TERM (12 Weeks, one class per week)
Start : Week of 10th September
Half term: Week of 22nd October
End of term: Week of 10th December
13-week term for 45min class costs £156 (£12 per class)
13- week term for 60 min class costs £195 (£15 per class)
To enquire or sign up your child, please email circusglory@gmail.com
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ADULT TRAPEZE CLASSES
On-going on drop in or carnet basis. All levels from beginners to advanced, each move and sequence is customised to student's abilities and skills
Weekdays Adult Drop-in Classes (Mon 1.30pm, Wed 1pm, Fr 1.30pm and selected Fridays 6.30pm, all 1.5h) :
£21 per class (for 75 min) as pay as you go
Carnett of 10 classes for £187.50 (used within 12 weeks)
Carnett of 4 classes for £75 (used within 4 weeks)
Friday evening classes take place on the following dates only: 20th July, 17th August, 28th September, 12th and 19th October, 2nd, 16th and 30th November, 7th December.
Saturdays Intensive Adult Classes (2h) between 11am -1pm:
Selected days only: 14th July, 18th August, 15th Sept, 6th Oct (11.30am start instead of 11am), 27th Oct, 17th Nov, 8th December
Each class lasts 2h and includes targeted conditioning for trapeze and a trapeze routine tailored to individual's needs.
Special offer: Book any Saturday classes until middle July and pay only £25 instead of normal £35.
Ages 2.5 to 7
Ages 2.5 to 4
MON 3:00pm – 3:45pm
WED 2:15pm - 3:00pm
FRI 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Ages 5 to 7
MON 3:45pm – 4:30pm
MON 4:30pm - 5.15pm
WED 3:00pm – 3:45pm
FRI 3:45pm – 4:30pm
Ages 8 to 13
Ages 8 to 10
MON 5:15pm – 6:15pm
WED 3.45pm - 4.45pm
WED 4:45pm - 5:45pm
FRI 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 11 to 13
MON 5:15pm - 6:15pm
WED 4:45pm – 5:45pm
Ages 14 to 17
MON 6:15pm - 7:15pm
WED 5:45pm – 6:45pm
FRI 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ADULTS (18+)
MON 1:30pm – 2:45pm
WED 1:00pm - 2:15pm
FRI 1:30pm - 2:45pm
**FRI: 6.30pm-7:45pm
**SAT: 11am - 1pm
**Selected dates only
Adult Fees
Drop-in class: £21 (75 min)
Class carnet : £187.50 for 10 classes or £75 for 4 classes
FOR ALL CLASSES
* There is a one-off £8 joining fee
*Circus Glory has a no refund policy.
SUMMER OFFER FOr NEW STUDENTS
We are running an introductory offer for new students where you can try our first class for £12.99 instead of standard £21.
The offer is valid for classes in July only, on all our adult classes taking place at Primrose Hill Community Centre during the week:
MON 1:30pm – 2:45pm
WED 1:00pm - 2:15pm
FRI 1:30pm - 2:45pm
FRI 6.30pm -7.45pm
The class don't require any previous experience as you’ll get personal attention from Genevieve who will assess your level in order to work with your current abilities. You will be in safe hands to effectively improve your trapeze skills...not to mention have a whole lot of fun along the way!
To book your first class, just email Genevieve at circusglory@gmail.com and mention 'Summer Offer'.
PRESS FEATURES
We are delighted to have been featured in the following magazines (please click on the image to read full article):
Workshops
We run 1-day, 2-day, 3 days and 5-day immersive trapeze and circus workshops throughout the year open to all levels.
Adult workshops are fantastic for students who want to explore tricks, transitions, and choreography in more depth than is usually feasible in classes. 3-day workshops include developing a static trapeze routine of your own under Genevievie's guidance.
Children workshops cover a variety of aerial skills including: static trapeze, rope, and aerial hoop. We also play circus-inspired games with juggling balls, scarves, diabolos, devil sticks and plate-spinning as part of warming up and cooling down. 5-day workshops culminate in a student showcase on the last day.
Upcoming Workshops
14 July - 2h SATURDAY ADULT INTENSIVE CLASS
Join us for an intensive trapeze class covering trapeze-specific conditioning to build up more strength as well as tricks and poses with an aim to do a simple routine at the end. Suitable for both beginners and advanced as a one off trapeze boost or as part of a regular practice.
Time: 11am - 1pm
Price per student: £25/class
Places limited to 8 students, to book please email circusglory@gmail.com
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3-DAY ADULT TRAPEZE WORKSHOP 16-18-20 JULY
Special summer workshop designed to develop a static trapeze routine to music. Genevieve will teach a 2-minute piece of choreography for you to adapt and style to fit a song. You then rehearse your routine over 3 days under Genevieve's tutelage to make it smooth and seamless.
This workshops is suitable for advance beginners or intermediate students (basic knowledge of trapeze moves is required to be able to learn a routine).
Dates: Monday 16th July 3pm-5pm, Wednesday 18th July 3pm-5pm, Friday 20th July 3pm-5pm
Prices: £75 for 3 days, £30 for 1 day only
Spaces are limited to 8 people to guarantee attention so please book early to secure your spot! Just email us at circusglory@gmail.com
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CHILDREN SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Calling all children age 3-12! Bookings are open for our summer children workshops
July 5-day workshop:
Monday 16th - Friday 20th July, 10am-3pm
Prices: £225 for 5 days, £50/day £28/morning or afternoon, £15 hour
August 4-day workshop:
Tuesday 28th - Friday 31st, August, 10am-3pm
Prices: £180 for 4 days, £50/day, £28/morning or afternoon, £15/hour
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TEENAGERS 4-DAY CIRCUS WORKSHOP AUGUST 28th -31st
All levels workshop for students age 12-17 years. 2h a day including 15min warm up, 90min of trapeze, rope and hoop work, finished with 15min cool down
Dates: Tuesday 28th - Friday 31st August
Time: 3pm-5pm
Cost: £15/hour, £27/ day, £100 /week
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Can’t make the above workshop dates? I also throw private parties.
Private parties
Parties for All Ages
We offer private workshops for special occasions - birthday parties are our specialty, for both children and adults. We also do corporate events, hen parties, stag parties, etc.
Private workshops are tailored to you – you may want a trapeze party, a circus games party, a mix of both, or a different aerial apparatus altogether.
Genevieve also teaches private classes, for when you want to work through certain tricky poses and transitions, or if you want help choreographing and polishing a trapeze act.
Contact Genevieve for more information.
““Amazing party! Just like nothing else! Excellent value!””
“Thank you so much for making Matilda’s 9th birthday party such a fabulously fun and exciting one! She loved it and so did all her friends, it seems. In fact, you may well see some of them again; I hear some are very keen to join your weekly classes.””
““Thank you for the “Circus Glory Party”. The children had a fantastic time and so did we!””
FAQ
Is trapeze safe?
Yes, when it is taught correctly. Genevieve has been teaching for over 30 years and she knows how to progress students in a safe and steady manner. There are thick crash mats underneath each apparatus and she teaches students to fall safely.
You may have seen trapeze shows where the trapeze hangs very high up. In a class setting, that is not necessary, and the main static trapeze that Genevieve uses to teach classes hangs just 1.5 meter above the crash mats.
What are your class sizes?
Classes are kept small so everyone receives personal attention and hands on corrections, about 4-6 people. Workshops may have 8-10 people.
What should I wear/bring?
Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move in. No shoes or socks necessary, bare feet preferred. Long hair should be tied up. Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated, and maybe a snack for after class.
CONTACT
NAME
Genevieve Monastesse
EMAIL
circusglory@gmail.com
PHONE
079 7345 1603
ADDRESS
Primrose Hill Community Centre
29 Hopkinson's Place
NW1 8TN, London
Contact Us
Pease fill in the form if you would like to:
- Book classes or workshops
- Arrange a private party or 1:1 session
- Or have any other questions