Camp · Specialty · Ages 12–18 · $1,765/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 12–18

Road Show

Smirkus Camp · $1,765/week

A unique circus program where campers create and perform a show that tours local communities.

▌ Editor's read The website https://www.smirkus.org/smirkus-camp/camp-sessions/ loads successfully, detailing various circus arts camp sessions. Circus Smirkus Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2024, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The camp, founded by Rob Mermin, has been operating for 37 years, since 1987, and is a nonprofit organization. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:6 and mention that all staff undergo background checks. The program is an overnight camp, offering specialized training in circus arts. Social media handles found are @circussmirkus on Instagram and 'circussmirkus' on Facebook. Google reviews for 'Circus Smirkus' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, with many reviewers praising the unique experience, professional instruction, and supportive environment.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 198937+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 12–18

Road Show serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1989 (37 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 12–18
  • Hours: full_day
  • Address: 1 Circus Rd, Greensboro, VT 05841, USA
  • Phone: 802-533-7443
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, 3-week camp, total $5295

Runs full_day, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 19 to Aug 8.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jul 19 – Aug 8, 2026 · 3 weeks · $1,765

↗ What parents like

  • Perform a touring circus show
  • Intensive three-week program

↘ Watch for

  • Requires video audition

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Road Show

What ages does Road Show accept?
Road Show is open to children ages 12–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Road Show cost?
Road Show publishes $1,765/week for the standard session. USD, 3-week camp, total $5295 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Road Show's hours?
Road Show runs full_day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Road Show accredited?
Yes — Road Show is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 37 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Road Show?
Road Show is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 37 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Road Show provide lunch?
Yes — Road Show includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Road Show compare to other specialty camps in Greensboro?
Road Show is one of 16 specialty camps in Greensboro that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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