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Physical Education

Circus Arts (COE) - Spring 2027

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 02/02/2027 - 05/04/2027
2725 LEC 001
T
10:10AM - 11:45AM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/circus/intro-to-aerials Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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 02/02/2027 - 05/04/2027
2726 LEC 002
T
12:10PM - 01:45PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/circus/intro-to-aerials Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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 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 02/02/2027 - 04/29/2027
2706 LEC 001
TR
09:10PM - 10:50PM
 
Billing, J. (jmb269)
For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/circus/juggling Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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 02/05/2027 - 04/30/2027
2718 LEC 001
F
10:10AM - 11:45AM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/circus/intro-to-circus-arts Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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 02/05/2027 - 04/30/2027
2719 LEC 002
F
12:10PM - 01:45PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/circus/intro-to-circus-arts Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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 01/31/2027 - 02/25/2027
2722 LEC 001
Su
10:00AM - 12:00PM
 
Leeming, C. (csl45)
For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/circus/unicycling Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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.