PE 1615

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PE 1615
Introduction to Circus Arts

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2024-2025.

The circus arts are an exciting hybrid of art and sport. In this course you'll dive deep into the basics of a multitude of circus disciplines, including juggling, stretching and conditioning, and aerial fabric and hammock. The circus arts have been proven to increase brain matter, develop executive function, improve physical fitness, build strength, and create community. No experience is necessary to participate, and all skills can be modified for different levels of fitness. Please wear clothing that allows you to go upside down comfortably. This class will take place at Circus Culture. All students will be required to wear a mask at all times while inside for class, and will need to sign Circus Cultures Safety agreement.

When Offered Fall, Spring.

Fees Course fee: $345 for instruction/travel and materials.

Satisfies Requirement Satisfies one PE requirement if taken as PE. First class is required, students can miss one class and still receive PE credit. 

Comments For important information about the course (dates, drop deadline, supplies list, etc.) please visit the Cornell Outdoor Education website. 

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  6129 PE 1615   LEC 001

  •  
    • F
    • Feb 7 - May 2, 2025

    • Leeming, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Course fee: $345. The first class will meet briefly on campus in front of Bartels Hall, then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, NY. Other classes will first meet out front of Bartels Hall and then travel to Circus Culture. Transportation will be provided.
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  6133 PE 1615   LEC 002

  •  
    • F
    • Feb 7 - May 2, 2025

    • Leeming, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Course fee: $345. The first class will meet briefly on campus in front of Bartels Hall, then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, NY. Other classes will first meet out front of Bartels Hall and then travel to Circus Culture. Transportation will be provided.
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.