Is circus safe?

When done correctly, yes, circus is safe. Further, we are insured by GymBC and follow all necessary procedures to help students recover in the unlikely event of an accident.

It is critical that students listen carefully to their instructors at all times. Our team of instructors work very hard to keep students safe in a healthy learning environment. If a student ignores their instructor, uses circus equipment alone, or pushes themself too hard, the student can get injured. These risks rise at higher levels of circus arts (Ensemble, Apprentice, Performance) – and again, it is essential that every student follows instructions to maintain safety.

All that said, part of why people do circus is to go beyond their limits, and the thrill of nailing a difficult circus act is what keeps circus artists coming back for years. It is up to the individual whether the risks are worth the rewards.