Open Training

Open Training allows professional circus artists to access our facilities for independent training.

Artists must apply to become an Open Training Member.

Apply for membership

Training

Availability of training space can change each week, so please ensure you check this page for the most up to date information.

We will update the website each Friday with the Open Training timetable for the following week. The Open Training timetable can be found at the bottom of this page.

Booking a session

Open training members need to book their session online.

Price is £10.50 for unlimited time across one day.

Open Training is one event each day, with the time shown being the earliest that it can take place.  Whichever time of day you want to train, choose 9am (weekdays) or 10am (weekends).

Handbook & Code of Conduct

The National Centre for Circus Arts aims to provide a well-maintained environment that all users and staff members find safe and enjoyable to use and where goals can be effectively achieved.

See our Handbook for all information on Open Training.

See our Open Training Code of Conduct.

Become an Open Training Member

To access open training, you need to apply for a membership and receive an induction.

APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP

How to Book Online

You must have a booking before entering the building. You can book your session in advance or on the day you wish to train. Your booking gives you access for the entire day.

To access booking online, you must be logged into your account. Log in with your registered OT email address and click ‘Forgot My Password’ if you need to create a new one.

If you train without a booking, you will have your membership cancelled. You must retain your email confirmation for the booked session to show Reception or at any point during the day if you are asked.