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Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts · $495/week

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts offers day camps for youth aged 5-18, focusing on various circus arts disciplines in a fun and supportive environment.

▌ Editor's read The Philadelphia School of Circus Arts offers 'Circus Camp' as a day camp program for youth aged 5-18, with half-day and full-day options available. The website details various circus disciplines taught, such as aerials, juggling, acrobatics, and clowning, with specific programs tailored for different age groups (e.g., Little Circus for ages 5-7, Youth Circus for ages 8-12, Teen Circus for ages 13-18). The camp explicitly states on its 'Safety & Policies' page that 'All PSCA staff and instructors undergo background checks and clearances.' While not ACA accredited, the camp has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 165 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the engaging instructors and the unique experience. Social media handles include @phillycircus on Instagram and 'phillycircus' on Facebook, both actively updated. The camp's focus on safety and diverse circus arts instruction appears to be a significant strength.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 6452 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
  • Phone: (215) 849-1991
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp

What ages does Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp accept?
Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp is open to children ages 8–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp cost?
Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp publishes $495/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp's hours?
Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp provide lunch?
Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp compare to other specialty camps in Philadelphia?
Circus Camp - YOUTH Camp is one of 9 specialty camps in Philadelphia that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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