Wales-based aerial circus
Welcome to Ampersand Circus—we're a small, friendly circus community offering adult classes and workshops in aerial skills, and space for aerial and ground-based training.
Our experienced, welcoming instructors are dedicated to helping students of all levels discover the thrill and artistry of circus performance. Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced aerialist, we have the perfect class for you to soar to new heights.
Our classes
Unleash your aerial potential with a diverse range of circus skills. From mastering climbing the silks to conquering the aerial hoop, our fun, supportive classes cater to all shapes and abilities. Immerse yourself in the world of circus arts and unlock your creativity while building strength and flexibility. Join us and run away with the circus!
In our Cardiff studio we offer adult classes in aerial hoop, static/dance trapeze, aerial hammock, static cloud, loops, rope and silks. We also offer private lessons, and space for self-led aerial and ground-based training.
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If you're new to Ampersand Circus and not sure which class is right for you or want to join a level 3+ class, please get in touch before booking.
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Monday
5.50pm: Aerial hoop (level 3–4) | Ground-based training
7.40pm: Aerial hoop (level 3–4) | Ground-based training
Tuesday
5.50pm: Mixed aerial (level 2–3) | Ground-based training
7.40pm: Aerial open training | Private lessons | Ground-based training
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Thursday
5.50pm: Static trapeze (level 2–3) Aerial hoop (level 2–3) | Ground-based training
7.40pm: Silks and rope (mixed-level, 2–4) | Ground-based training
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We release additional aerial open training slots for existing, signed-off students where there is availability. You must have prior agreement to book. Private lessons are also available during these sessions—please see the aerial open training page for further details.
News
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In May we hosted our second aerial hoop photo shoot with Evita Pics. There are still spaces available for the next photo shoot (Friday 6 June).
In April, performer @pretzelarts visited us from Spain to run two exciting workshops—trapeze dynamics and Chinese lollipop.
In February we welcomed second- and third-year dance students from Wales Academy of Voice & Dramatic Arts (WAVDA) for bespoke introduction to aerial workshops to complement their dance training. They really threw themselves into learning something new (and sometimes painful!) and were a delight to teach.
Our space
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We're excited to welcome you to our bright, mirrored circus space in Cardiff's Templar Parc (close to the magic roundabout, just off Ocean Way).
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We're based in the PIF Hub (unit 2) at the amazing charity, Boomerang, and we are thrilled to be involved with their community focus and vision.
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Merchandise
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Check out our Teemill store (ampersand-circus.teemill.com) for our range of sustainable, print-on-demand merchandise produced using organic cotton, in a factory powered by renewable energy and delivered in plastic-free packaging.
Community
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We keep everyone updated on what we're up to on our Instagram account—@ampersandcircus. Keep in touch with friends from classes and share your photos, comments and achievements with us there. We love to see what you've been learning!
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Students can join our WhatsApp community group to keep up to date with what we're all up to outside classes. There are regular social events, and everyone is welcome.
Get in touch
Have a question? We'd love to hear from you—email us direct or complete the contact form below.
Ampersand Circus
PIF Hub, Unit 2, Templar Parc, Cardiff CF24 5EW
