The Preparatory Training is an annual program designed for individuals with little or no experience in circus who wish to undertake a semi-intensive introductory training.

The goal of the training is to physically and technically prepare students so they can audition for full-time training programs.

The training offers between 13 and 15 hours of class per week, along with daily free training; it takes place part-time, from Monday to Thursday, from October to May, primarily in the afternoon

Access to the program is through an online audition.

Completing the Preparatory Program does not guarantee automatic access to CREAT's Professional Training, which requires a specific audition

Minimum age: 14 years.