ABOUT US
Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for the Queer Circus Community highlighting ITSGA (Intersex, Two Spirit, Gender-Affirming) identities. ANKOLE's core values are centered around self-love, empowerment and social justice to combat the challenges imposed by mainstream society’s heteronormative culture. Our curricul
Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for the Queer Circus Community highlighting ITSGA (Intersex, Two Spirit, Gender-Affirming) identities. ANKOLE's core values are centered around self-love, empowerment and social justice to combat the challenges imposed by mainstream society’s heteronormative culture. Our curriculum is catered to our students' individual athletic abilities and gender expression that are unique and transitional in nature. To learn more about our history, read our Letter from the Founder.
CLASSES
We offer 1:1 Private Instruction and Open Level Group Classes for Youth (age 13yrs - 17yrs) and Adults (age 18yrs+). Classes run for 1hr15min and include a warm-up, instruction and cool-down. Currently we teach Aerial Silks/Tissu, Aerial Hoop/Lyra, Creative Movement, and Wellness Workshops. For details, view our
ACTIVISM
ACTIVISM
We honor our Ancestors who have paved the way, walk hand-and-hand with today’s activists fighting for change, and welcome the new generation’s hopes and dreams with open arms. We diligently work hard to construct a safer, more inclusive world where our community thrives. Curious about our current events? Interested in joining us? Visit our Activism page.