Holistic Circus Therapy

Holistic Circus Therapy Empowering Individuals and Communities through Engagement in Circus Arts!
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Holistic Circus Therapy is the pioneer in legitimizing circus as an effective occupational therapy modality. HCT is registered and accredited private practice that combines Occupational Therapy theory and practice with circus arts as an intervention to address the unique health and well being needs of individuals and communities. Holistic Circus Therapy partners with disability service providers to enable people with varying abilities to have access to and benefit from circus and performing arts programs. Circus as a discipline provides a variety of experiences and activities, which facilitate positive emotional, physical, and mental health outcomes (Maglio and McKinstry, 2008).

10/02/2025

ΕΧΟΥΝ ΑΠΑΧΘΕΙ ΠΑΡΑΝΟΜΑ ΑΠΟ ΤΟΝ ΙΣΡΑΗΛΙΝΟ ΣΤΡΑΤΟ...

Στη φωτογραφία βλέπουμε την βουλευτή της Νέας Αριστεράς Πέτη Πέρκα, τον ακτιβιστή Πλούταχο Βεργή, τον διασώστη και ακτιβιστή Ιάσονα Αποστολόπουλο και την ιστορικό και ακτιβίστρια Κλεονίκη Αλεξοπούλου. Είναι τέσσερα από τα εφτά μέλη του ελληνικού πλοίου "Οξυγόνο" από τον στόλο Global Sumud Flotila που μεταφέρει συμβολική ανθρωπιστική βοήθεια στην Γάζα. Η φωτογραφία έχει βγει πριν απο τρεις ημέρες - ενώ βρισκόταν στα ελληνικά χωρικά ύδατα. Τα άλλα τρία μέλη του πλοίου "Οξυγόνο" είναι η Μαρία Δίπλα, ο Βασίλης Ρόγκας και ο Αλέξανδρος Ευάγγελος Αποστολόπουλος.

Σύμφωνα με τις ανταποκρίσεις των ειδησογραφικών δελτίων και το βίντεο του πλοίου δέχτηκαν εχθές το βράδυ επίθεση από τον Ισραηλινό Στρατό και πλέον έχουν απαχθεί. Αυτή την στιγμή (9.30 πμ, το πρωί της Πέμπτης 02 Οκτωβρίου 2025) κανείς δεν γνωρίζει την τύχη τους.

Αυτή την ώρα, ενώ γράφω τούτες τις γραμμές, διαβαζω πως και τα άλλα ελληνικά αλλά διεθνή πλοία δέχονται παράνομες επιθέσεις και τα πληρώματά τους απάγονται. Σύμφωνα με τα στοιχεία που έρχονται, οι απαγωγές έχουν ξεπεράσει τους 220 ανθρώπους.

Αυτοί οι απαχθέντες είναι οι ήρωες του καιρού μας. Είναι τα νέα παιδιά του Λευκού Ρόδου, είναι οι νεοι Φραντς Γεγκερστέτερ, οι νέοι Ναπολέοντες Σουκατζίδηδες. Είναι αυτοί που βάζουν την ζωή τους μπροστά για να στηρίξουν έναν αγώνα για δικαιοσύνη και ανθρωπιά.

Θα επαναλάβω τα λόγια του διάσημου Ισραηλινού ιστορικού Γιουβαλ Νόα Χαράρι: «Το Ισραήλ είναι αντιμέτωπο με την μεγαλύτερη καταστροφή της ιστορίας του: την ηθική του αυτοακύρωση. Θα κατακτήσει την Γαζα δια ενός αδιανόητου εγκλήματος - και θα έχει καταστρέψει δύο χιλιάδες χρόνια του εβραϊκού πολιτισμού και των εβραϊκών αξιών».

Η ακροδεξιά του Ισραήλ, οι συνεταίροι της και τα λαδικά της γενοκτονούν την Λωρίδα της Γάζας - και συνάμα καταστέφουν και την ηθική υπόσταση του κράτους του Ισραήλ για το οποίο δήθεν κόπτονται. Πρεπει να ενώσουμε τις φωνές μας με όλους όσους αντιστέκονται στην κτηνωδία της ακροδεξιάς του Ισραήλ - μαζί και με τους εκατοντάδες χιλιάδες δημοκράτες Ισραηλινούς και Εβραίους της διασποράς που με παρρησία και γενναιότητα αντιστέκονται σε τούτη την κτηνωδία.

Πρέπει να αντισταθούμε απέναντι σε αυτή την γενοκτονία που βλέπουμε σε απευθείας μετάδοση. Η ματωμένη καρδιά της ανθρωπότητας χτυπάει ακόμη στην Γάζα. Πρέπει να την κρατήσουμε ζωντανή.

Θανάσης Τριαρίδης, 02-10-2025, 9.30 πμ.

12/11/2024

At the AMC Metropolitan College Team Building Workshop, students experienced the power of circus-based activities to improve communication, trust, and collaboration. These activities not only foster teamwork but also enhance key executive functions like problem-solving, emotional regulation, and mental flexibility. 🧠

Our workshops are designed to help individuals develop essential skills in a fun, engaging way—skills that translate to both personal and professional growth. If you're interested in learning how to use circus therapy to enhance your own practice, our courses are the perfect place to start!

Join us and discover how circus-based tools can improve teamwork, build confidence, and create lasting change.

Performance provides more than just a chance to showcase skills—it’s a powerful therapeutic tool for growth. Through bot...
12/11/2024

Performance provides more than just a chance to showcase skills—it’s a powerful therapeutic tool for growth. Through both informal and structured performance opportunities, participants set goals and see the real results of their hard work, while celebrating the progress of others.

By combining skills into sequences, performance encourages positive risk-taking, spontaneity, and creativity. It also provides a space for collaboration and exploration, helping participants engage with different themes and states of being.

At CircusAid, we use performance to promote emotional regulation, motivation, and self-expression, fostering personal growth and connection. Performance isn’t just about performing—it’s about developing skills, building confidence, and healing through creative exploration.

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When people experience limited access to meaningful activities due to trauma, displacement, or systemic barriers, it can...
12/07/2024

When people experience limited access to meaningful activities due to trauma, displacement, or systemic barriers, it can lead to occupational deprivation. This impacts mental health, social connections, and overall well-being.

At CircusAid, we address this by introducing circus arts to rebuild confidence, restore joy, and foster a sense of purpose. Through juggling, acrobalance, and other creative activities, we provide tools for healing and empowerment. 🎪✨

✨ Join us in making a difference through movement, play, and connection.

https://www.rfr.bz/f8599fe

When people experience limited access to meaningful activities due to trauma, displacement, or systemic barriers, it can...
12/07/2024

When people experience limited access to meaningful activities due to trauma, displacement, or systemic barriers, it can lead to occupational deprivation. This impacts mental health, social connections, and overall well-being.

At CircusAid, we address this by introducing circus arts to rebuild confidence, restore joy, and foster a sense of purpose. Through juggling, acrobalance, and other creative activities, we provide tools for healing and empowerment. 🎪✨

✨ Join us in making a difference through movement, play, and connection.

https://www.rfr.bz/f507d16

Did you know acrobalance can improve focus, coordination, and problem-solving skills? Balancing and partnering in acro e...
12/05/2024

Did you know acrobalance can improve focus, coordination, and problem-solving skills? Balancing and partnering in acro engage your brain in ways that build neural connections, boost cognitive function, and enhance emotional regulation. It’s not just fun—it's brain-boosting!

At CircusAid, we use acrobalance as a tool to help individuals with learning differences and special needs build confidence, teamwork, and resilience. Together, we can create a stronger mind and body connection through movement. 💪✨

👉 Join us in our mission to make learning through circus accessible for all!

https://www.rfr.bz/fcb3a24

12/04/2024

✨ Learn Safe Acro at Home with CircusAid! ✨

Ready to try something fun and challenging? Learn acro in the safety of your own home, guided by our expert team at CircusAid! We’ve designed our acro courses to teach you proper technique, build strength, and improve coordination—all while ensuring safety is our top priority. 🤸‍♀️💪

Our team of trained professionals will take you through step-by-step lessons, helping you progress at your own pace. Whether you’re new to acro or looking to improve your skills, we’ve got you covered!

💥 What you’ll gain:

Confidence in acro movements and techniques

Strength and flexibility improvements

A deeper understanding of balance, trust, and teamwork

A fun and engaging workout!

👉 Learn more and sign up now!

https://www.rfr.bz/feab9af

12/04/2024

Our training workshops and courses aim to equip professionals with the tools to support growth, resilience, and well-being through circus arts. Join us on this journey to integrate mind, body, and spirit in every therapeutic practice.

This was a glimpse of our 2019 training in Leipzig, where we laid the foundation for a holistic approach that brings joy and healing to both therapists and clients.

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11/28/2024

Our Capacity Building for Educators workshops give teachers the tools to support diverse learners and create inclusive classrooms.

Led by Jill, an OT industry leader with 15+ years of school-based experience, these sessions offer practical strategies for:
✔️ Supporting sensory processing.
✔️ Improving focus and executive functioning.
✔️ Encouraging self-directed learning.
✔️ Meeting the needs of every student.

With options for in-person, on-site, or online training, we’re here to help educators feel confident and prepared to face classroom challenges head-on.

📩 Reach out to learn more and bring this impactful training to your school!

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👇👇👇👇At Holistic Circus Therapy, we use improvisation games to help participants improve communication and social skills....
11/27/2024

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At Holistic Circus Therapy, we use improvisation games to help participants improve communication and social skills.

These activities encourage verbal and non-verbal interactions, eye contact, and problem-solving through fun and achievable tasks like running, jumping, and balancing.

For marginalized communities, especially those affected by trauma, these activities offer a safe space to rebuild trust, develop emotional regulation, and connect with others. By practicing reciprocity and planning behaviors, individuals gain confidence and strengthen their social connections.

Learn more about TEAM-BUILDING WORKSHOPS https://www.rfr.bz/f8346c2

11/27/2024

Every time I look back at our Lombok project, I’m reminded of the resilience and joy that circus-themed occupational therapy can bring. Working with communities affected by displacement and trauma, we witnessed firsthand how meaningful engagement—like balancing, juggling, and trusting a partner—can restore confidence, connection, and hope.

This project wasn’t just about teaching circus skills; it was about creating moments of laughter, teamwork, and growth for people navigating unimaginable challenges. I’m so proud of what we accomplished together and grateful to everyone who made it possible.

In 2018, CircusAid went to Lombok to support trauma healing efforts with local NGO's after an earthquake displaced 400,000 residents. 🌍

11/21/2024

How Object Manipulation Helps Develop Motor Skills

Juggling, hula hooping, plate spinning, and poi are all great ways to work on motor skills while having fun. These activities help build coordination, timing, and rhythm—skills that are essential for everyday tasks like writing or using utensils.

When people cross the midline to manipulate objects, it strengthens brain connections that improve fine motor control. And using both hands together in these activities helps with bimanual coordination, which supports skills like dressing, typing, and more.

💪 Coordination & Rhythm: Manipulating objects helps synchronize hand-eye coordination and maintain rhythm, foundational for activities like handwriting and tool use.

🎯 Crossing the Midline: Moving objects across the body strengthens the connection between brain hemispheres, building pathways for more integrated movements.

🧠 Focus & Perseverance: Through structured repetition, people learn to problem-solve and persist, boosting resilience and enhancing executive functions like attention and task management.

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