Mission, Vision & Values

MISSION

• To take "ordinary" kids (including "youth-at-risk") and provide them with the resources to develop skills, through the medium of Circus Arts, that will develop them as young leaders, good citizens, ambassadors for South Africa, and make them eminently employable.

• To provide innovative cutting edge professional training and entertainment thereby providing opportunities for youth to fulfill their potential and contributing to the growth of a healthy nation.

• To form mutually beneficial partnerships with our funders and others who wish to be associated with Zip Zap.
  

VISION

• Zip Zap is an innovative School of Circus Arts, inspiring and empowering young people.

VALUES

Our values give us the ability to live what we have learned, and believe in what we do!

TRUST: We rely on each other for personal safety and mutual support. In Life: This teaches us to trust others and to trust ourselves.

HONESTY: Always give 100% - don't cheat your audience, your teammates or yourself. This leads to mutual respect and open communication.

SELF CONFIDENCE: Practicing and performing with confidence is the key to a solid act. This helps us reach our goals and makes us proud of who we are.

TEAMWORK: The circus is a family that works together to create a fantastic show. Sharing in the effort and spirit of a group inspires us to take responsibility for each outcome.

DISCIPLINE: Self-discipline; abiding by the rules and safety standards; persevering when the going gets tough. Hard work and commitment help us pursue our dreams.