Classes Out of This World

Beginner to Advanced & Jams

Wow Your Senses

Events You Haven't Experienced

Parties That Thrill You

Kids and Adults Can Experience the Circus


Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts


Circus arts at PACA are recreational, educational, and therapeutic—supporting physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development for people of all ages. Whether it’s aerials, acrobatics, balancing, or object manipulation, circus offers a unique path to personal growth and creative expression.


PACA focuses on accessible education through both public classes and community-based programs for marginalized or at-risk groups. In addition to ongoing programming, PACA produces at least one major event annually, showcasing professional circus artists alongside students and celebrating the power of performance.

Social Circus


PACA’s Social Circus partners with local organizations, including Peterborough Youth Services, to offer free, barrier-free programs for at-risk and marginalized youth. Through circus arts, participants can build confidence, trust, communication and teamwork in a supportive community setting.

  • Ontario Arts Council
  • Ontario, Canada Logo
  • City of Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Without sponsors and volunteers, many of our community initiatives, youth programs, and annual productions wouldn’t be possible. Your support helps us keep circus arts alive, inclusive, and thriving in Peterborough – Thank you!