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The American Youth Circus Organization (AYCO) is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. The American Circus Educators Association (ACE) is a branch of AYCO.
Our MISSION
Our mission is to promote the participation of youth in circus arts and support circus educators.
AYCOfest / edcon
On alternating years, AYCO/ACE organizes the American Youth Circus Festival and Educators Conference across the nation.
ACE SAfety Network
The ACE Safety Program is a consultation process with industry experts to help your program or school better manage the inherent risks associated with circus arts.
Member meetings & marketplace
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Social Circus Connection call
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ACE Discussion
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Director's Roundtable
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Perks & Vendors
Latest news
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AYCO/ACE wants to hear from you! Calling all members, former members, and potential members! The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) committee is hosting two virtual town hall style meetings to hear from our community. We'll be discussing the role of AYCO/ACE in the circus community, our mission and vision, and where AYCO/ACE fits in the future. Please join us for this important dialogue so that we can move forward stronger together.
November 14th @2pm EST
November 30th @7pm EST
Town Hall Meetings
We were so excited about the 2025 October Regional AYCOfest that we decided to organize a National AYCOfest in 2026!! Do you have a circus school or summer camp facility that can house 200 to 500 participants? Do you want to host a 3 day event, bringing coaches and youth together for an unforgettable weekend of learning, performing, and building lifelong connections?
If this is you please contact jacobdweinstein2154@gmail.com
Call for a 2026 AYCofest host
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