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Lots of kids threaten to run away and join the circus, and now U.S. educators are encouraging such behavior. In an effort get kids more active and promote the athleticism of its performers, Vienna, Virginia's Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey created a youth fitness program called CircusFit. So far, 2,100 State-side educators have signed on to the program, which is provided at no cost to teachers. The on-line curriculum combines adult-led lessons on health and strength building along with circus skills such as acrobatics and juggling for U.S. kids ages six to 12.
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April 1, 2006

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