CIRCUS FUN FOR 50-up
50-up is a space for people over 50 to run away to the circus.
Get fit, stretch your body and your brain in fun new ways.
You can also perform at events, if that's where you'd like to spread your new found wings.
50-up is an innovative, creative, and experience-inspired project
Initially conceived by Mary Wyer (circus mum turned amateur static trapeze performer), 50-up is now a registered not-for-profit organisation, that aims to build a community of people who support, collaborate and inspire each other to achieve what is often perceived as too challenging, too difficult or even impossible for older bodies.
Whether juggling, tumbling, trampoline, or aerial silks or trapeze, 50-up aims to create opportunities for older Australians to break down stereotypes and prove to the world (and themselves) that it's never too late to run away to the circus.
Sydney Trapeze School supports 50-up by providing workshops and term classes, as well as hosting our showcase, for the second year in row, on July 19/20, 2025
There aren't many opportunities for older amateur performers
.... Enter 50-UP
SYDNEY TRAPEZE SCHOOL
Based in St Peters, Sydney Trapeze School has 14 years of experience teaching people 50+ across their adult classes.
Erin Lollback, Head Instructor at STS, holds both a B Primary Education and B Health Science (Exercise Science, Health Promotion). She has more than 9 years' experience coaching circus to varied participants including making the modifications required in circus for older bodies. Erin has created a program tailored for older adult beginners that is safe and individualised.
GET INVOLVED:
50-up Circus Showcase, July 19/20, 2025
Our next 50-Up Showcase is coming to Sydney Trapeze School on July 19th & 20th, 2025. We have a brand new show, with an theme that will take you back!
Prime Time under the Big Top: A Retro TV Circus Spectacular!
Our marvellous performers from last year will be joined by brand new 50-up performers. Some them are travelling from Newcastle, the Blue Mountains and even New Zealand to perform for you.
All solo performers are 50+ on July 19th, 2025. For group acts, most performers will be 50 or older.
Tickets on sale soon - keep your eye out!
50-up introduction to circus classes
50-ups' beginner aerial and circus arts classes are currently running at Sydney Trapeze School, as 5 week term classes.
Try silks, aerial hoop, trapeze, hammock, juggling, plate spinning and more! All in a fun, supportive environment.
Next term class starts May 3rd
Book here https://sydneytrapezeschool.com/product/50-up-what-is-circus/