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Physical Education

Circus Arts (COE) - Fall 2026

PE 1600 - Introduction to Aerials

This aerial arts course will focus on aerial fabric, as well as conditioning and flexibility training to enhance your practice and creative exercises to develop your artistry. The aerial arts get you upside down, physically engaged, and expressing yourself through a whole new medium. All levels and abilities are welcome. All students will need to sign Circus Cultures Safety agreement.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/08/2026 - 12/01/2026
1594 LEC 001
T
10:10AM - 11:45AM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $390. The first class will meet briefly on campus in front of Bartels Hall then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Transportation will be provided; leaving ten minutes before each class, and returning when the class ends. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/08/2026 - 12/01/2026
1595 LEC 002
T
12:10PM - 01:45PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $385. The first class will meet briefly on campus in front of Bartels Hall then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Transportation will be provided; leaving ten minutes before each class, and returning when the class ends. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

PE 1604 - Juggling

The course focuses on teaching 3 ball juggling patterns as well as introducing a wide variety of other props which may include: rings, clubs, diabolo, flower sticks, poi, and spinning plates. Advanced students will also be able to learn club passing, 4 and 5 balls and advanced tricks.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/01/2026 - 11/24/2026
1579 LEC 001
T
09:10PM - 10:50PM
 
Billing, J. (jmb269)
Course fee: $205. The first class will meet briefly on campus in Bartels Hall, room B01 then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Other classes will first meet at Bartels Hall and then travel to Circus Culture. Transportation is provided. Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

PE 1615 - Introduction to Circus Arts

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 aerials (fabric, lyra, trapeze, and hammock), juggling, wire walking, unicycling, stretching, and conditioning. 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, transportation provided.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/11/2026 - 11/20/2026
1585 LEC 001
F
10:10AM - 11:45AM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $390. The first class will meet briefly on campus in Bartels Hall, room B01 then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Other classes will first meet at Bartels Hall and then travel to Circus Culture. Transportation is provided to classes off campus; leaving ten minutes before the class starts, and returning when the class ends. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/11/2026 - 11/20/2026
1586 LEC 002
F
12:10PM - 01:45PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $390. The first class will meet briefly on campus in Bartels Hall, room B01 then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Other classes will first meet at Bartels Hall and then travel to Circus Culture. Transportation is provided to classes off campus; leaving ten minutes before the class starts, and returning when the class ends. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

PE 1628 - Unicycling

Learn how to ride a unicycle! Often considered a circus or clown activity, unicycling is a great way to travel and an excellent test of your balance and athleticism. This course will take place at Circus Culture Ithaca's own Circus school. Students should meet at COE (B01) Bartels Hall and will be driven back and forth to Circus Culture.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/13/2026 - 11/22/2026
1589 LEC 001
Su
10:00AM - 12:00PM
 
Billing, J. (jmb269)
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $390. Unicycles will be provided; no previous experience necessary. The first class will meet briefly on campus in Bartels Hall, room B01, then head to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Other classes will first meet at Bartels Hall and then travel to Circus Culture. Transportation is provided to classes off campus; leaving ten minutes before the class starts and returning when class ends. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.