NICA’s Certificate IV in Circus Arts introduces aspiring circus artists to elite level circus training.

This is a highly disciplined and structured program with a great deal of scope for creativity.

Core foundation training includes strength and conditioning, flexibility, acrobatics and handstands. Throughout the year, students focus on their own area of specialisation and develop communication, trust and performance skills through group and partner work. A major ensemble circus performance is staged at the end of the year. 

Academic study modules include anatomy and physiology and circus history.

Pathways

For many Certificate IV graduates this course is a great springboard into work in the performing arts industry, including community and contemporary circus, stunt work, theatre arts, dance, and technical production. Others seek a qualification or a pathway for further learning. The Certificate IV course equips students with knowledge and skills to audition for the Bachelor of Circus Arts.