École de Cirque de Bordeaux

Founded in 1981, École de Cirque de Bordeaux is a non-profit association based in Bordeaux, France working on arts & culture, children & youth, education.

The École de Cirque de Bordeaux is a non-profit association founded in 1981 that promotes the discovery of circus arts and provides professional circus training in Bordeaux, France. It runs weekly amateur classes, workshops and courses for all ages from age 3, a professional training centre with a pre-professional preparatory class, and school and community circus education. It operates from a big top tent in the Bordeaux Maritime district, supports emerging circus artists through partnerships with local festivals and companies, and hosts public events such as open days and the Nuit du Cirque. The school is funded partly by public bodies, private sponsors and donations, and holds Qualiopi certification for its training actions.