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Physical Education

Circus Arts (COE) - Spring 2026

PE 1340 - 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 02/03/2026 - 04/30/2026
2203 LEC 001
TR
09:15PM - 10:15PM
 
Billing, J. (jmb269)
Course fee: $195. Includes juggling balls. No previous experience necessary. Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.

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 02/03/2026 - 05/05/2026
2246 LEC 001
T
10:10AM - 11:45AM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $375. 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 20, 2026. 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.
1 CR S/U NoAud 02/03/2026 - 05/05/2026
2247 LEC 002
T
12:10PM - 01:45PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $375. 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 20, 2026. 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.

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 02/06/2026 - 05/01/2026
2227 LEC 001
F
10:10AM - 11:45AM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $375. 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 20, 2026. 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.
1 CR S/U NoAud 02/06/2026 - 05/01/2026
2228 LEC 002
F
12:10PM - 01:45PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $375. 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 20, 2026. 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.

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 02/01/2026 - 04/26/2026
2240 LEC 001
Su
10:00AM - 12:00PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
Course fee: $375. No previous experience necessary. Unicycles will be provided, transportation will be provided. Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.