Runaway with the circus!
Week of July 26, 2025
Runaway with the Circus! – Unleash your Inner Performer!
This exciting class introduces you to the thrilling world of circus arts. A fun physical warm-up allows us to safely explore ground-based tumbling skills as well as partner acrobatics. Learn the basics of juggling with scarves and balls, the art of plate spinning, and feather balancing. Who knows, you just might discover your inner clown! No prior experience is necessary, just an eagerness to learn and have fun! Clothing should be easy to move in.
Living a Life of Endless Curiosity
Imagine this: an acrobatic circus artist, a fearless police officer, and a compassionate guardian of rescued animals are all the same person! That’s the life of Matt Roben, a testament to the power of relentless curiosity. Instead of just dreaming, Matt dives headfirst into every adventure that sparks his interest. This talk endeavors to help participants discover their personal mantras and apply those principles to all different aspects of their life. For example, perhaps you are fearlessly adventurous on the hiking trails – Matt will inspire you to be fearlessly adventurous in the kitchen, in the classroom, in the community. Discovering and defining your personal mantra can blossom into a fulfilling career and a life lived with purpos
Matt Roben spent 25 years traveling the world as a professional circus artist working on land and at sea, and has performed in venues ranging from the Joffrey Ballet and the Grand Ole’ Opry to a Chicago Bulls halftime show. He then spent four years working as a police officer for the Chicago Police Department and became a bagpiper with the Bagpipes and Drums of the Emerald Society in both Chicago and San Jose. Matt and his wife Emily run a 12-acre farm animal sanctuary, Rancho Roben Rescues, the forever home to more than 200 animals. Now known as the Kilted Auctioneer, Matt helps to raise millions of dollars annually for charities.
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