★ 5

Cirque Wonderland has become my home away from home. I’ve been meaning to write a review for a while now and for the last four years aerial arts has become my favorite hobby! The coaches are all amazing! (Special shoutout to Bonnie, Erin, and Allison!) If you want to find a place that is inclusive, kind, encouraging, supportive, and incredibly fun—-this is it! I’ve grown so much since I began my journey. I couldn’t do anything when I started but you build strength with each class and each week you see progress. And feel like an absolute badass when you nail something you weren’t sure you would ever be able to! I’ve made some incredible friends and love being a part of the circus community. My daughter and I have had opportunities to perform in student showcases, take fun themed choreography classes (like K-Pop Demon Hunters, Thriller, and Hot To Go) be on their street team and I even got cast in an aerial version of The Wizard of Oz called Cirque De Oz. My daughter takes youth classes here, too. I love that we can share in this community together, as well!

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★ 5

We had the absolute best time at the Cirque Wonderland Studio!! We had a private party with 3 of us, all at different levels. Felicia took the time to go through the tricks with each of us that matched our ability level! She was so encouraging! We all fell in love with it and can't wait to go back!

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★ 5

They are amazing awesome and all over cool

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★ 5

We had a great time with a 7 person bachelorette party! The instructor was great, and everyone got to practice and learn on the 3 slings!

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★ 5

We have had the best experience at this studio! My daughter loves that she’s always learning new fun tricks and is being supported by the instructors! She feels safe and seen while at Cirque Wonderland!

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★ 5

My son attended a camp here this summer, and absolutely loved it. The staff was friendly, and very welcoming to a kid who had never attempted any of the necessary skills for the camp prior to it's start. Highly recommend!

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★ 5

Had an amazing team building party. Erica was kind and knowledgeable. Our group left feeling relaxed and tired and happy. So much fun!

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★ 5

My daughter just completed her first day camp here and absolutely loved it! She was so nervous going in but the staff made her feel so comfortable. I was amazed what she had learned by her Friday showcase. She can't wait to go back!

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★ 5

I did the sound bath! Very relaxing! I would personally compare to getting a massage! Definitely worth trying at least once!

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★ 5

Took my 2 year old here for their Wednesday open play and she had an absolute blast. Lots of great things for her to play with and it was not busy at all. They have a bounce house and acrobatic swings. Tons of toy for self play and development. Staff were great and happy to see my daughter. They also had camps there to. Not sure what it was but sounded like the kids were having fun.

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★ 5

We recently celebrated my daughter’s 9th birthday at Cirque Wonderland, and it was truly a magical experience! She takes weekly classes there, but this was our first time hosting a party—and it exceeded all expectations.

Many of the guests had never tried aerial arts before, but the Cirque team made it so accessible and fun. The one-hour session allowed each child to try multiple tricks, and the on-staff coaches were fantastic—clear in their instructions, supportive, and incredibly patient. They demonstrated each move and helped every child feel confident and successful.

Afterward, we moved to the party room for cupcakes, snacks, and presents. The space was festive and perfect for photos and hanging out.

My daughter called it her favorite birthday yet, and several guests left asking their parents about signing up for classes. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out—thank you, Cirque Wonderland, for an unforgettable celebration!

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★ 4

Love the variety of classes offered & the levels they teach at during each class is super appreciated by me

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★ 5

Cirque Wonderland is a great place to have a birthday party! My daughter turned 15 and wanted something a little different for her party. She and her friends learned some fun tricks and had a great time flying through the air. The staff were super helpful to make sure every party goer could participate and felt comfortable doing the tricks. I would highly recommend hosting your party at this studio!

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★ 5

A beautiful venue featuring a talented sound therapist! Highly recommend!

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★ 5

Felicia has many wonderful spaces to choose from. I rented the new movement room and it was perfect! Warm lighting, beautiful floors, and an open and inviting space. I highly recommend working with her!

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My daughter has been with Cirque Wonderland for 3 years. She loves it and never complains about going. The instructors are great. It's been an awesome activity that has helped with her confidence!

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★ 5

I had the pleasure of learning under Felicia some time ago, and her detailed instruction, patience, and kind encouragement was instrumental in my path to now being an aerial yoga instructor myself <3 You've helped elevate my life to new heights <3

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★ 5

Open play time was wonderful! Absolutely recommend!

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★ 5

Great environment and knowledgeable staff. Excellent shows. Couldn't ask for a better aerial studio and community.

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★ 5

I’ve taken a few ariel-yoga classes and attended a private bridal party at cirque wonderland now. Both I’d recommend again and again. The ariel-yoga with silks is an experience I’ve never been able to achieve at any yoga studio before - the silks allowed me to stretch deeper than usual and felt incredible. It was also FUN, the teachers have been supportive, and suggested alterations for students who varied in ability. Lastly, the private bridal party was so unique, and my friends will probably talk about it forever!

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★ 5

Cirque Wonderland has some wonderful entertainers! I’ve seen many of them perform at street fairs and it’s fabulous! And not only do they perform, they teach it too! Amazing!

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★ 5

Definitely one of the best places to explore the circus arts and be encouraged to try the new, hard, weird things. The coaches, staff and students are super supportive and respectful of everyone that walks through the teal door of the studio.

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★ 5

Aerial class at CW is a favorite in my weekly workout rotation.
We learn and build technical and creative skills in this fun atmosphere where inclusiveness is emphasized and safety is prioritized. The students represent a range of ages and body types, the coaches are knowledgable and accommodating, and everyone is supportive of each other. Come experience encouragement without competitiveness, and gain strength and confidence as you fly with us.

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★ 5

Cirque Wonderland Studios is an absolutely amazing place. I started training here exclusively a little over a year ago, and my time spent at this studio has absolutely exceeded my expectations. The team of coaches, support staff and owner make up a team of incredibly inviting, friendly, safety focused professionals. You can tell the Cirque Wonderland crew really cares about the success of each and every one of their patrons, and the space is simply excellent! Multiple rigging points, and so much space for any and all of your training needs. I can’t say enough about how special this studio has become for me, and would definitely recommend anyone curious about the studio come check it out and see this magic for yourself!

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★ 5

Great studio full of great people and owned by a great woman. Couldn’t ask for a better environment to train in!

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★ 5

A welcoming and diverse group of students and coaches. Coaches are excellent at adapting any new skills to your level of comfort, flexibility, strength, etc. Wide range of classes for all interests and opportunities to grow as a performer as well. Love coming to classes each week and wish I had more time to spend at the studio!

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★ 5

I. Am. Hooked.
If Cirque offered lyra classes every single day, I would just live there indefinitely. That’s probably what they’re trying to prevent 😞😜
Definitely recommend!

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★ 5

It's never too late to join the circus! I love practicing and training here with creative, hard-working, and fun people!

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★ 5

I love this place so much! I didn't think that in my 30s I would have recitals/join the circus but here I am. It is very hard stuff but they start you from the very beginning and each step is rewarding. The community is made up of so many different and amazing humans of all kinds and they're all wonderful. The instructors are all very knowledgeable, caring, encouraging and know how to communicate when you need an improvement or when you just need a hype cheer!

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★ 5

The folks at Cirque are taking such great precautions for covid. It feels safer than going to the grocery store!

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★ 5

Hands down the best Aerial Arts location around the metro. Safety is always in mind and classes are catered to the students. Skill learning is very hands on and methodical in process.

The instructors do a great job coaching their student athletes and artists, and yes - you, reading this, can be an athlete and artist.

The coaches are not mythical beings (although they certainly appear to be), they started at a point similar to where you may be. Not everyone in your life will believe in you, but these coaches will. And so should you. Give yourself the gift of self-confidence and try your first class free.

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I started with an intro class several months ago, I now am in class at Cirque almost everyday. ❤ Not only have I seen change in my physical strength but I am strengthening my mind and spirit as well. Cirque has become my second home and the coaches and fellow aerialist students my second family. No place else like it in Des Moines. Highly recommended for adults and children, whether you want to dabble or perform.

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