This Isn’t Just Circus. It’s a Toolkit for Focus, Flow, and Fun.

Written By Michael Corr

This isn’t just a list of circus props — it’s a map of movement, mischief, and mastery.

At London Circus Workshops, we don’t show up with a few beanbags and a speaker. We bring the gear that gets people moving differently. That gets kids curious. That gets adults focused. Every item is chosen not just because it’s fun — but because it teaches something.

Balance. Timing. Control. Play.

Here’s what we bring. And why it works.

Juggling Balls

juggling beanbags as part of london circus workshops equipment

The classic. Mastering three balls is a puzzle of rhythm, focus, and flow. Start with one, and before long you’re mapping out patterns in midair. Satisfying and timeless.

Juggling Scarves

juggling scarves as part of london circus workshops equipment

Slow-moving and forgiving, scarves are the first step into juggling for many. They let you feel the rhythm without rushing the catch. Great for all ages — especially total beginners.

Peacock Feathers

peacock feathers as part of london circus workshops equipment

Not as easy as they look. Balancing a feather trains stillness, micro-adjustment, and presence. Quiet. Focused. Instantly engaging.

Poi

poi as part of london circus workshops equipment

From traditional Māori origins to global flow culture, poi are all about movement around the body. They spin, orbit, and wrap — training rhythm, timing, and spatial awareness.

Spinning Plates

spinning plates as part of london circus workshops equipment

A quick win. Bright plastic plates spun on a stick — everyone can get it spinning, and the first moment of success is pure joy. Ideal ice-breaker.

Flower Sticks

flower sticks prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Make it stand out

An instant favorite, balance, throw, and spin the flower stick on the handles, great for solo or group play.

Diabolo

diabolo prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

It spins on a string, but don’t be fooled — this is a full-body skill. Tricks, throws, catches — diabolo rewards persistence and offers endless progression.

Yo-Yos

yoyos prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Old school and deeply technical. From the classic up-and-down to complex string tricks, yo-yos demand precision and reward muscle memory.

Juggling Hats

juggling hats prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Not just for wearing. Designed to be flipped, rolled, balanced, and spun — these bring style and theatre into the mix. Weighty, physical, and surprisingly satisfying.

Cigar Boxes

cigar boxes prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Hard edges, sharp angles, and rhythm. Cigar boxes are all about grip, control, and musicality. Juggling without anything actually leaving your hands.

Spinning Tops (with string)

spinning tops with string prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Throwback to a different kind of play. Wrap the string, throw it right, and the top hums on the floor. Old-school tension and release.

Kendama

kendama ball in cup prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Deceptively hard, oddly addictive. A ball on a string, a spike, and a wooden cup — it’s a game of geometry, control, and delayed gratification. Straight from Japan, with fans worldwide.

Bucket Stilts

bucket stilts prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Simple fun. Step up, hold the ropes, and walk taller. Builds balance, confidence, and coordination — a classic intro to stilting.

Handheld Stilts

handheld stilts prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

The real deal. Elevated walking that demands core strength and focus. Nothing beats the grin when someone gets it.

Rola Bola

rola bola balance board prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

A plank and a rolling cylinder. Sounds simple. Isn’t. Core, balance, foot control, and guts — this one separates the cautious from the committed. 

Pedal Board

pedal board balance prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Harder than it looks, stay balanced while pedaling forwards and back!

Ribbons

gymnastics dance ribbon prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Visual flow. Long, colourful ribbons that trail your movement — great for creativity, dance, and freeform expression. Younger participants love them. Adults often do too.

Skipping Rope

skipping rope prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Not just for getting fit, the skipping rope is an old-school but highly technical prop, with thousands of tricks to spice up your workouts!

Bottle Flairing

bottle flairing prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

For aspiring bar tenders, throw, roll, and catch the bottle in it’s mixing jug.

Hula Hoops

hula hoop hoops prop as part of london circus workshops equipment

Spin it, toss it, roll it, waist it. Hula hoops go far beyond playgrounds — they’re endlessly adaptable and instantly engaging.

So What Happens in a Workshop?

You try things. Some click, some don’t — and that’s the point. These props aren’t just entertainment; they’re tools for learning how your body works. You’ll move, you’ll play, you’ll surprise yourself. No performance pressure. Just focused fun.

Want Us at Your Event?

We run workshops for schools, festivals, community days, private events, and corporate gigs. All ages. All abilities. All gear provided.


Please note: if you see a specific item on this list that you’d like at your workshop please let us know in advance.


Book now or get in touch via info@londoncircusworkshops.com

Michael Corr