The Cirque du Soleil is an acrobatic performance troupe that seems to do the unimaginable during their dynamic shows. The performers in Cirque du Soleil are highly trained and at the peak of conditioning. All candidates for positions at Cirque go through a rigorous training program that the organization has developed specifically for the needs of this group.http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/jobs/casting/how-to-join/step3/training.aspx

Candidates for Cirque have to master three areas before being selected for a Cirque performance: acrobatics, artistic performance, and personal and professional skills.

Cirque du Soleil performs its training sessions at its international headquarters, located in Montreal’s Saint-Michel district. The facility includes three acrobatic training rooms, a dance studio, a studio-theater, and a fitness training facility.

Depending on the abilities of the candidate, training can be as short as a few days, or as long as a few months. Cirque du Soleil candidate training includes:

1. Acrobatic Training - Candidates work with coaches to learn the types of acrobatic moves that are integral to Cirque performances. Trainers are also available to help candidates improve their physical conditioning.
2. Performance Training - Cirque shows are performances, not just acrobatic expositions. Candidates are trained in acting and improvisation, as well as other performance techniques.
3. Professional Skills Training - Candidates are also provided with professional skills training to assist them as they transition to their new career.