This ESC volunteering opportunity in Slovakia offers a unique blend of creativity, education, and community engagement through contemporary circus arts. Based in Bratislava, the project is ideal for young people who want to combine artistic expression with youth work and social impact.
You will be actively involved in both pedagogical and organizational aspects of a dynamic circus community. From working with children to creating digital content and organizing events, this experience is highly versatile and allows you to shape your own learning journey.
📌 Activity Dates
11 September 2026 – 31 August 2027
📅 Application Deadline
31 May 2026
👥 Eligible Countries
🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czechia, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden
🧩 Activities & Methodology
🎪 Assisting in circus pedagogy sessions and workshops
👧 Supporting children during circus classes and camps
📸 Creating photo and video content for social media
🎨 Designing posters and visual materials
📱 Managing and boosting social media campaigns
🎭 Organizing festivals, workshops, and community events
🤹 Leading games and interactive activities
🎯 Objectives
🎪 Promote circus arts as a tool for education and inclusion
🤝 Build a strong creative and intercultural community
🧠 Develop pedagogical and organizational skills
🎨 Encourage artistic expression and creativity
🏠 Accommodation & Food
🏡 Private furnished room in a dormitory within a community centre
🍽️ Shared kitchen and bathroom facilities
🚋 Located in Bratislava with access to public transport
💶 Food, pocket money, and local transport covered
✈️ Travel
Travel costs are covered according to ESC regulations
💸 Financial Conditions
Accommodation, food, pocket money, insurance, and transport are fully covered under ESC
🛬 Arrival & Departure
Arrival details and onboarding will be coordinated by the hosting organisation
🎓 Certification
Youthpass certificate provided after completion
✅ Participant Profile
🎪 Strong interest in circus arts and working with children
🎨 Creative mindset with initiative and independence
📱 Skills in social media, design, or content creation are a plus
🤝 Good communication and teamwork skills
🌍 Open-minded, flexible, and adaptable to nonprofit working style
🗣️ Working Language
English
📎 Application Link
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/50590_en
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