Keep the Fun Alive This Winter: Circus Skills Workshops for Brownies, Girl Guides, Cubs, and Scouts

When the nights draw in and the weather turns chilly, keeping young people active, engaged, and inspired can be a real challenge. That’s where circus skills workshops come in – the perfect way to bring energy, creativity, and teamwork to your Brownies, Girl Guides, Cubs, and Scouts sessions, even in the heart of winter.

1. Fun, Active, and Engaging
Circus skills are hands-on and fast-paced, keeping children moving and laughing. From juggling clubs to spinning plates, balancing acts, and even basic acrobatics, every activity is designed to capture attention and spark excitement. Unlike traditional indoor activities that can feel repetitive in winter, circus workshops are vibrant, interactive, and totally different from the norm.

2. Build Confidence and Resilience
Learning new skills, especially ones that initially feel challenging, helps young people develop confidence and a sense of achievement. When a Cub finally juggles three scarves, or a Brownie masters Poi, the boost to their self-esteem is immediate – and long-lasting. Overcoming small challenges also teaches resilience, an invaluable skill that extends beyond the workshop.

3. Encourage Teamwork and Social Skills
Many circus activities are best enjoyed in pairs or groups, encouraging cooperation, communication, and problem-solving. Scouts working together to pass juggling clubs, or Girl Guides collaborating to perfect a group routine, learn to support each other and celebrate each other’s successes – all in a fun, relaxed environment.

4. Stimulate Creativity and Imagination
Circus skills aren’t just about physical activity – they’re about creativity too. Children are encouraged to invent their own tricks, create routines, and even perform mini-shows for their peers. This imaginative play stimulates creative thinking, builds performance skills, and provides an outlet for self-expression, perfect for those long winter afternoons.

5. A Safe, Indoor Activity for Winter Months
Winter doesn’t have to mean cancelling activities due to rain, wind, or freezing temperatures. Circus workshops can be run indoors in village halls, school gyms, or Scout huts, offering a safe and controlled environment where children can be active, even when the weather outside isn’t playing nice.

6. Tailored to Your Group
Whether you’re organising a Brownies pack session, a Girl Guides event, or a Cub or Scout winter gathering, circus workshops can be adapted to suit different ages, abilities, and group sizes. Our experienced tutors ensure every child participates safely while being challenged and inspired.

Why Winter Is the Perfect Time to Book
At Elevate Circus, our summer calendar fills up fast with festivals, school events, and outdoor shows across the UK. But when the winter months roll around, we shift our focus to indoor workshops for youth groups — and that means we can offer much better rates during this quieter season. It’s the perfect opportunity for Brownies, Guides, Cubs, and Scouts to enjoy the same high-quality, high-energy experience at a lower cost. 🌟 And if a cluster of local groups or districts get together and make a block booking of five or more dates between October and Easter, you could save up to 25% off our summer fees — making it easier than ever to bring the joy and excitement of circus skills to your whole area this winter! 🎪