FAQ’s
Help! I want to try circus, but I’m feeling really nervous
Kei te pai! This is really normal! Circus is often a safe haven for people who are have felt alienated from traditional sports or forms of exercise. We celebrate uniqueness and we all support each other. If you’re feeling shy or unsure please email us! There are a few things we can do to help you feel at ease in class.
Do I need to be fit, flexible, of a certain age or body type to start?
Absolutely not! Our only physical prerequisite is that you don’t have any current injury or circumstance which would make acrobatics harmful to you. If you are very fit or have a background in sports, kapa haka or dance you may find you progress faster in some areas. Our tutors are experts at working to the mixed levels of students and we have different variations of each skill and exercise to keep everyone adequately challenged.
What do I wear?
For aerial classes please make sure you have no zips or metal on your clothing; zips catch and damage our equipment. You’ll want to wear comfy stretchy clothing with the backs of your knees and your tummy covered as these areas can be burnt or grazed by the equipment. As you get more advanced you should also bring a layer that can cover your armpits.
For other acrobatic classes you can wear any comfortable clothing that you can move in, again with no metal bits. For partner acro, shorts can be helpful. In winter it can be cold, so please bring a warm layer or two for during warm up and cool down. Feel free to bring grippy socks to class!
We’re going away for a few weeks of the term but want to sign up!
Please email us so we can help find the best solution.
How much are classes?
Classes are paid for in koha - whatever this means to your whānau. A koha does not have to take the form of money or a physical gift, it could be someone giving up their time to help. Please get in contact if you have any queries around this.
How do I know what class to choose?
Our classes are split into age brackets to best suit the needs of the class. If you’re unsure as to which class to take, flick us a message and we can help make the best decision for you whānau.
What do I bring?
We have filtered water on site so be sure to bring a drink bottle to stay hydrated! Circus is thirsty work. We also recommend bringing warm clothes to layer up when you leave the space.
Is there a weight limit?
No; our rigging is professionally installed and can hold acrobats of all weights with a high safety ratio.
Terms of service
Booking in advance is required for all classes. Students are responsible for their bookings and for reading all terms and conditions before purchase and booking.
Classes are subject to availability. It is advisable to use your computer to sign up for the full term of your desired class to avoid missing out. If you need assistance booking the full term, please contact us promptly; we are happy to help. We are unable to offer a refund if you fail to sign up for the term and the class becomes full. Once a class is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. You will be notified automatically if a spot opens up.
Term dates are available on our website and we are unable to transfer or refund any unused credits so please plan ahead and be sure to book in.
If you need to take time off due to self-isolating with covid, recovering from covid or after an unexpected injury, please contact the school manager as soon as possible.
Te Kura Maninirau reserves the right to cancel any class, but will make every effort not to. Classes could be canceled due to government warnings, unsafe conditions, tutor illness (if a replacement cannot be found), or extremely low student sign ups.
No refunds except in exceptional circumstances - please contact us if needed.
