Our Philosophy
Cirkidz uses these values to guide the way in which we work:
Fun
Respect
Innovation
Empowerment
Health and Well Being
In his thesis "Why Circus Works", the late Reg Bolton PhD, described the benefits of circus for children and young people with the use of a metaphor.  His theory could be explained by referring to the five fingers and palm of a hand.
Circus is about:
SELF (the index finger: individuality, identity, image)
RISK (the middle finger is the longest, it sticks out: adventure, courage, defiance)
TRUST (the ring finger only stands up in unity with the others: touch, cooperation, sharing)
DREAMS (the little finger: aspiration, imagination, symbolism)
WORK (the thumb: persistence, resilience, process)
FUN (the palm, made to be tickled: humour, happiness, laughter)