Why Circus????
Circus programs:
1.Provides a fun, motivating and intrinsically reinforcing experience.
2.Increases positive risk taking both physically and emotionally, in a safe and supported environment.
3.Promotes physical health and body awareness through activity.
4.Enables participants to acquire a broadened skill base relating to circus as well as more generic ‘life skills’.
5.Increases self-confidence and self-efficacy.
6.Improves social connectedness, teamwork, and leadership skills within the group.
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7.Provides opportunities for calming rhythmic activities, increased sensory feedback, a focus on balance and coordination
from:
Occupations Therapy and Circus: Potential partners in enhancing the health and well being of today’s youth
By Jill Maglio and Carol McKinstry
Australian Occupational Therapy Journal (2008) 55, 287-290
