Training & Professional Development

Develop knowledge, skills and practices through sector-specific training

Agathe Bisserier, Adrien Malette-Chénier | N.Ormes | Agathe & Adrien © Thibault Carron

Our Training Courses

Poster for “En Piste,” exploring experimental circus dramaturgy and the constraints of short-form performances, featuring an abstract orange design with purple text on a beige background
Alba López Pedrero

Experimental circus dramaturgy: constraints and possibilities of short-form performance (only in french)

Group Training
First edition: June 15–21, 2026. Applications will be accepted via the online form from 1–15 April – keep an eye on our social media! Selection by 30 April
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Grant Applications | With Alice Kop

Group Training
This training offers a clear overview of funding programs, eligibility criteria, and best practices for successful grant applications, specifically tailored to the realities of circus creation and touring. Guided by Alice Kop, participants will learn to identify relevant aid, structure their projects, and optimize their chances of success.
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The Technical Rider as a Business Card | With Hugo Hamel

Group Training
This online training enables circus artists and companies to design a clear, professional, and strategic technical rider, essential for showcasing a performance and reassuring presenters. Under the guidance of Hugo Hamel, an expert in technical direction, participants will learn to effectively present their needs, prevent unforeseen issues, and enhance the smooth execution of their tours.
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Understanding and Analysis of Circus Show Technical Riders | With Hugo Hamel

Group Training
Aimed at presenters and technical directors of performance venues, this training aims to equip professionals to read, analyze, and anticipate the specific needs related to hosting circus shows.
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Pulling in Aerial Acrobatics – Technique, Movement, and Intuition | With Marie-Michelle Faber and Jean-François Faber

Group Training
This training introduces the pulley systems used in circus arts and develops the essential reflexes to safely assist an aerial artist. Guided by Jean-François and Marie-Michelle Faber, participants will learn to combine technical precision with movement sensitivity.
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Art and Solidarity Economy: New Perspectives for an Artistic Practice Rooted in its Community | With Claire Renaud

Group Training
This workshop explores how to root an artistic practice in a local ecosystem by connecting creation, solidarity economy, and community impact. Guided by Claire Renaud, participants will learn to develop partnerships, engage their audience, and create coherent and socially significant artistic projects.
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Our Partners' Training Courses

Mikko-HynninenS

Transforming Light – Workshops for Artists

Partner Training
Finnish multidisciplinary artist Mikko Hynninen works with intangible media, particularly light and sound. A lighting designer of exceptional caliber, he navigates between performing and visual arts, collaborating with artists including Dana Gingras, Danièle Desnoyers, and longtime creative partner Marie Brassard. Using The Ether as a starting point, he will share with workshop participants his expert insights on the intricacies of creating with light.
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Mario Patino

All-Terrain Bodies – Workshops for Artists

Partner Training
Muxe artist and anthropologist Lukas Avendaño explores various aspects of his artistic practice based on territoriality, memory, ritual, and the political construction of the body. These two days of activities, including theoretical and somatic approaches, are a perfect opportunity to interact with a major artist from Latin America. Applications from queer and racialized artists are most welcome!
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SIT

Masterclass in Performing Arts and Digital Technologies: New Models for Hybrid Artistic Creation, Production and Distribution

Partner Training
Take part in an immersive masterclass in digital performing arts and develop a techno-artistic work—from conception to hybrid presentation—while addressing production and monetization challenges.
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Emotional Intelligence for Handling Conflict

Partner Training
Conflicts are part of life. Whether at work, on vacation, or at home; whether recent or long-standing, they all come with their share of challenges, and it is impossible to avoid their reality.
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Caring and Inclusive Leadership Within Your Team or Organization

Partner Training
Training in compassionate and inclusive leadership for arts professionals, aimed at fostering fair, collaborative, and respectful work environments.
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Embodied Consent in the Studio (by Fostering an Atmosphere of Trust and Mutual Respect)

Partner Training
Bilingual Workshop on Consent in the Studio: Practical Tools for Building Trust, Communication, and a Culture of Respect in the Creative Process
Presented by: Le RQD
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Circus arts training featuring group acrobatics and acrobatic lifts in a well-lit studio
Affair of Honor

Workshop – Hand to hand

Partner Training
Join this 30-hour intensive workshop in Hand to hand led by Agathe Bisserier and Adrien Malette-Chénier.
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Diversify your career

Partner Training
Two workshops to help you identify your transferable skills and develop an action plan to diversify your career and seize new opportunities.
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Two people practicing stage combat with nunchucks in a studio.
Affair of Honor

Stage combat – Workshop

Partner Training
A 30-hour intensive workshop to develop your stage combat and movement skills with the Affair of Honor company.
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History of our training courses

Poster for “En Piste,” exploring experimental circus dramaturgy and the constraints of short-form performances, featuring an abstract orange design with purple text on a beige background
Alba López Pedrero

Experimental circus dramaturgy: constraints and possibilities of short-form performance (only in french)

Group Training
First edition: June 15–21, 2026. Applications will be accepted via the online form from 1–15 April – keep an eye on our social media! Selection by 30 April
Learn More

Grant Applications | With Alice Kop

Group Training
This training offers a clear overview of funding programs, eligibility criteria, and best practices for successful grant applications, specifically tailored to the realities of circus creation and touring. Guided by Alice Kop, participants will learn to identify relevant aid, structure their projects, and optimize their chances of success.
Learn More

The Technical Rider as a Business Card | With Hugo Hamel

Group Training
This online training enables circus artists and companies to design a clear, professional, and strategic technical rider, essential for showcasing a performance and reassuring presenters. Under the guidance of Hugo Hamel, an expert in technical direction, participants will learn to effectively present their needs, prevent unforeseen issues, and enhance the smooth execution of their tours.
Learn More

Understanding and Analysis of Circus Show Technical Riders | With Hugo Hamel

Group Training
Aimed at presenters and technical directors of performance venues, this training aims to equip professionals to read, analyze, and anticipate the specific needs related to hosting circus shows.
Learn More

Pulling in Aerial Acrobatics – Technique, Movement, and Intuition | With Marie-Michelle Faber and Jean-François Faber

Group Training
This training introduces the pulley systems used in circus arts and develops the essential reflexes to safely assist an aerial artist. Guided by Jean-François and Marie-Michelle Faber, participants will learn to combine technical precision with movement sensitivity.
Learn More

Art and Solidarity Economy: New Perspectives for an Artistic Practice Rooted in its Community | With Claire Renaud

Group Training
This workshop explores how to root an artistic practice in a local ecosystem by connecting creation, solidarity economy, and community impact. Guided by Claire Renaud, participants will learn to develop partnerships, engage their audience, and create coherent and socially significant artistic projects.
Learn More

Pricing Grid

Individual Subscriptions
Corporate Subscription
No matter what time of year you become a member of the group, the amount of the annual membership fee remains the same and is valid until December 31.
Category
Type
Price
Price (incl. tax)
Individual member
Performer
Creator or designer
Trainer, coach or instructor
Stage crew
Cultural worker
Researcher
89,25 $
102,61 $
Employee of a member company
15,75 $
18,11 $
Associate member
Friend
57,75 $
66,40 $
Journalist
57,75 $
66,40 $
Category
Type
Price
Price (incl. tax)
Corporate member
Less than 5 employees
278,25 $
319,92 $
6 to 10 employees
603,75 $
964,16 $
11 to 20 employees
787,50 $
905,43 $
21 to 50 employees
1 312,50 $
1 509,05 $
51 to 200 employees
2 520 $
2 897,37 $
More than 200 employees
3 150 $
3 621,71 $
Training organizations
Higher education institution
1 239 $
1 424,52 $
Preparatory school
414,75 $
476,86 $
Recreation school or summer camp
267,75 $
307,85 $
School or continuing education organization
414,75 $
476,86 $
Associate member
Collaborator
141,75 $
162,98 $
Partner
425,25 $
488,93 $