Best Circus Cambridge Near Me

Pauli Katz: I love taking Circus classes with Esh so much! Every coach is extremely knowledgeable and able to help you achieve whatever you're looking to get out of the class. From folks who want to seriously perform circus routines to folks like me who are hoping to trick their body into exercise by moving my body in cool ways, the staff will help you get there. But they've also created such a warm and caring community culture in the students. Classes are small, but there are often other classes happening at the same time, with all of us warming up together, and waiting/leaving in the front room together. I'm in lower level classes, and I'll be talking with a friend about a move I'm having trouble with, and someone in a higher class will immediately reassure me that that move is complicated, and to stick with it. It's just a really great school and a really great community.

Grace Sokolow: A heartfelt thank you to Karen and Jacqueline for making my first circus experience (as a participant, not friend, family, or fan) safe, welcoming, and really fun. I dropped in to Intro to Partner Acrobatics and boy, is stacking human beings a wonderfully weird and cool thing you do!As a coach myself, I learned a lot from watching really good coaches at work. Karen and Jacqueline do a really good job of explaining and respecting both the art and science of the craft, and sharing their knowledge and expertise in a way that is inviting rather than intimidating.Everything about Esh is professional, thoughtful, compassionate, and clearly designed to be elite without being exclusive. Your fellow athletes in more "traditional" sport spaces could learn a lot from you!

Danforth N: The instructors and community are great. I love coming here. Everything does look better upside down.Masks are now optional

Andrea Doucette: Friendly, accommodating, and welcoming to kids, adult athletes, and those who have never been to the gym before. Very respectful of people's identities and pronouns, and ready to help you achieve your goals, whether that's something complicated or just to try something different and new. I've been out of shape all my life but taking classes at Esh has helped me to become strong for the first time, without any gym guilt or unhealthy pressure. I look forward to class every week, but if I have to miss, the makeup policy is generous as well. Great place run by thoughtful staff with an involved community!2022 update: the staff really stepped up during the pandemic! As more information about COVID-19 transmission became available, Esh has adapted: online classes only at first, then new air filters, cleaning or isolation/quarantine of equipment between users, distancing/mask requirements that changed as circumstances did, and generally showing appropriate caution to prevent disease transmission. Esh is one of the few places that has felt truly low risk to visit--both cleaner and with less exposure to others in an hour-long class than in a 15-minute grocery run.10/2022: still love taking classes here. My health has not been as good this year for other reasons and I've dropped down levels of classes, but at no point has anyone made me feel less welcome or been hesitant about teaching me--rather, different modifications and more rest time have been proactively offered. Still deeply impressed with the level of care and thoughtful adaptations provided by Esh staff.

Shane Bushey: Friendly, skilled, and attentive teachers, great curriculum and a good community.

Mackenzie Abele: Critical:Communication,Value

Molly Schmidt: Awesome place to learn circus arts! Fun and supportive staff, very inclusive environment, great variety of classes!

Osula Lam: This place is awesome! I was visiting from LA, in late September 2021, and was looking for an aerial silks studio to go to. This was the only place I found and I'm so glad I did. I took Mandy's 501+ Aerial Silks class (their highest level) and had a ton of fun!I emailed them a couple of months before signing up for the class and sent them videos to show them my silk level before I was able to sign up for the class. From reading the class description, it looked like I should be in 501+. The person I was corresponding with cleared me to sign up for the 501+ class and also said that I would also learn a lot from the 401-500 class as well. I wanted to sign up for the 401 class but it was already full when I tried to sign up for it a month prior to my visit. That's the other thing about this place - the classes get booked up really quickly so make sure you reserve well in advance.We did a couple of straight arm inversions on each side as warm up. We also warmed up with these hip key/meat-hook-like climbs that I'd had never done before but they was great conditioning! I wish my classes in LA had this type of conditioning in them. There were only 4 students in the class (including me) and the other students were really good, which was very inspirational.I was running late so I took an Uber here but there seemed to be ample parking if you decide to drive here. I was mainly taking public transportation around the city since I didn't rent a car. Everyone was super friendly. I'd highly recommend this place!

Jessica Clemons: The staff is great!

Peter Cannizzaro: Great space, friendly staff, inclusive atmosphere. Esh and C3 staff answered all my questions and directed me to their local rigging professionals if I had any additional questions. Open-ness and transparency about rigging questions is what allows clients to feel safe, so I'm happy there are at least to spaces in Boston that aren't sketchy.At another studio in the area, I had friends who got the run-around when asking similar questions. Some of their safety concerns were also reduced to "drama and gossip" when I asked for them, and that's unacceptable on so many levels.Also, I love the implementation of rescue 8s for tying off instead of cleats! I've seen this done by Craig Lewis who teaches rigging lectures from Night Owl Circus in TN!

Tyler: This is a really awesome space! Everyone is nice, inviting, and friendly. The equipment and area is top notch! I am a beginner and I felt right at home!

DD Liu: Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality

David Freund: The classes and leadership at Esh are phenomenal. All of the instructors are interested in having you develop your circus skills in a safe environment and they keep it light and fun.

Noah Pestana: Amazing classes good people and a fun accepting environment

Kendell Clement: Came here for a kid's 3rd birthday party. We had fun. Lots of activities and engaging staff.

Jeanie Pearson: There is a great community here and everyone is very welcoming. The classes are very fun and you learn a lot! I've only been going here for 6 months but I've already grown and improved significantly. I highly recommend!

Bégódzig: My granddaughter had her birthday party there. Even though more (uninvited older siblings) kids came than were expected the staff was extremely accommodating and gracious. Though 4 year olds were the anticipated guests they were flexible enough to entertain 9 year olds. My hats are off to them for their courtesy and patience! Thanks for making my granddaughter's birthday wonderful!

Jamie Strampe: Great instruction with small class sizes on a multitude of different topics! Great place to start as a beginner and to grow in intermediate and advanced levels.

Liam RBG: They put on a great show

David J Sullivan: Nice people. Great program.