upside down; rights of passage; fancies of flight

what is upside down, rights of passage and fancies of flight?

upside down, rights of passage and fancies of flight are equilibrium courses for children developed by scarabeus theatre.  Encouraging children to enjoy organised movement, the course draws on experience of balance acrobatics, contemporary dance, aerial work, harness and suspensions.  Successfully introduced in schools and early years centres in Islington and Hackney, these programmes aim to see children thrive through structured physical contact.  By building their trust, self-confidence and openness, the courses form a solid base from which to reinforce children's capacity and joy for learning. 

Discover the benefits for you, your children and their school below or click on the links to find out more:

• More Upside down
• Rights of passage
• More Fancies of flights

If you'd like your child to attend a course or would like to introduce the course at your early years centre, play group or school, contact us.

who can take part?

Any child including those with disabilities can take part in these courses.  Upside Down is aimed at under 5's and Fancies of Flight at over 5's.  Rights of Passage is designed to help children make the transition from early years to school and involves children from both.  They are most successful when integrating teachers, parents and carers into the experience.

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benefits of upside down, rights of passage & flights of fancy

health and wellbeing : an improved physical balance guarantees a healthy psychological and mental equilibrium

self-confidence : releases the anxieties caused by imbalance, promotes focused energy, alertness and confidence about new stimuli

self development : increases clarity of perception, frees up spontaneity and reinforces capacity and joy of learning

interpersonal development : develops effective communication, capacity to listen and sense of belonging

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