South African Circus Arts Academy

Our mission is to use the circus arts as a platform for our employees and volunteers to uplift and empower historically/previously disadvantaged South Africans.

The South African Circus Arts Academy is focused on creating jobs in a growing area of employment. By focusing on holistic skills development, long-term training and immersion in the world of circus, talented young people will be introduced to this fascinating and challenging area of work. Our two sole focusses include, firstly, to create employment opportunities for historically disadvantaged unemployed youth. Secondly to create a fun-filled and empowering learning environment for young people using social circus skills, which is the use of circus arts as mediums for social justice and social good.

Founded by professional circus artists, the South African Circus Arts Academy (SACAA) is a newly-formed non-profit affiliated with Cape Town circus fitness and entertainment company, The Silk Workshop PTY LTD.