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TU Dance Center: Open Classes

Join in on CULTIVATE, A Trainee Program morning classes, and The School at TU Dance Center Level 4/5 technique classes!

Teaching artists include TU Dance Founder and Artistic Director Toni Pierce-Sands, Laurel Keen, and Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez. These classes are for intermediate/advanced dancers with the exception of GYROKINESIS® (designed for physically active participants which include exercises that require some flexibility, coordination, and light cardio).

Morning Open Classes, 9:30-11:00am
Monday: Horton-Based Modern with Toni Pierce-Sands
Tuesday: GYROKINESIS® with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Wednesday: Horton-Based Modern with Toni Pierce-Sands
Thursday: Ballet with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Friday: Ballet with Laurel Keen

Evening Open Classes – Times Vary:
Monday, 4:30-6:00pm: Ballet with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Thursday, 6:00-7:30pm: Ballet with Hassan Ingraham
Friday, 4:30-5:30pm: GYROKINESIS® with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Friday, 5:35-7:05pm: Ballet/Pointe Strengthening with Laurel Keen

Cost: $16/class or $140/10-class pass
Please check the Open Class Calendar as classes and/or teaching artists might change.
For more information and to register click here.

Rent TU Dance Center Studios

TU Dance Center is available for rental when not in use by TU Dance’s programming.
TU Dance Center features a reception area and front desk for check-in or event use. Access to adjacent dressing room and green room with kitchenette are available upon request.

Studio 1: 60 x 34
Studio 2: 46 x 21

Both studios feature:
Sprung dance floor with Marley-type surface by Harlequin
Wall of mirrors
Portable ballet barre units 10′ in length
Room-level sound system with CD and mini-jack inputs
50″ LCD TV cart for presentation and videoconferencing
Large windows providing ample natural light

Studio 1 only: A curtain that can be drawn on entire mirror; wall-mounted ballet barres of 27′ and 33′.

Rental fees:
Individual artists: $18/hour
Nonprofit organizations: $22/hour for rehearsals
Other rental inquiries (for-profit, classes, workshops, auditions, life events, photo sessions, filming, etc.), please contact us.

MotionArt Adult Modern Dance Classes

A group of dancers jump on one leg in a large studio

MotionArt’s mission is to share the art of dance and the joy of movement with people of all ages and abilities. We strive to enrich lives by fostering creativity, body awareness and self-expression in a fun, non-competitive, welcoming environment. We offer ongoing dance classes in-studio, on Zoom and outside (weather permitting).

Paying the regular rate helps keep our organization afloat; however, no one will be turned away for inability to pay. There is also an option to pay what you can.

Please go to motionartmn.org to sign up for classes, or contact Pam Gleason for info.

Ageless Dance
Monday, 4:00-5:15pm – Center for Performing Arts, Studio #105
Thursday, 4:00-5:15pm – Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom

Beginning Modern Dance
Tuesday, 5:00-6:15pm – Zoom only

Intermediate Modern Dance
Wednesday, 10:30am-12:00pm – Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom

Mixed Level Modern Dance
Tuesday, 7:00-8:15pm – Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom
Saturday, 4:00-5:30pm – Hybrid: Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom, and Zoom

Rent the Young Dance Studios

Two photos of the Young Dance "Teal" studio

Young Dance has two large studios available for rent in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul. Easily accessible by the Green Line light rail, the 16 and 67 Bus Lines, and with ample parking in the Fairview Business Center parking lot. The space is fully ADA accessible, with ramps to the sprung studio floor and automatic door openers. 

Rentals are currently available:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8:00am–4:00pm
Tuesday, 11:00am–4:00pm
Friday, 11:00am–4:00pm and 6:30–9:00pm
Saturday, 3:00–9:00pm
Sunday, 8:00am–3:00pm

The studios are newly equipped with sprung Harlequin Marley flooring, a Bluetooth speaker system, and wifi. A projector with AV adapters is available by request. Studio 2 has ballet barres and a mirror. The studio has a clear COVID safety plan, including regular disinfecting of all floors and surfaces and a new HVAC system that refreshes the air 7-8 times per hour.

Studio 1: Measures 41′ x 38′ and rents at $25/hour
Studio 2: Measures 38′ x 38′ and rents at $20/hour

To book the space, email jules@youngdance.org or call 612-423-3064. Payment, signed agreement, and liability waiver are required with rental confirmation.

Concerto Dance Open Company Jazz Class this Friday

Concerto Dance’s Open Company Advanced Jazz class starts this Friday!

Dancers are invited to join us for Open Company Class on the last Wednesday and Friday of each  month, January-May 2024.

Advanced Jazz – Fridays, 9:00-10:15am
Starting this week!
January 26
February 23 – taught by Guest Artist Erinn Liebhard
March 29
April 26
May 24

Advanced Modern – Wednesdays, 9:00-10:15am,
January 31
February 28
March 27
April 24
May 22

Drop in rate: $20/class cash, check or Venmo.

Ballet Co.Laboratory Adult Drop-In Classes

No matter if you are a veteran dancer or slipping on your first pair of ballet shoes, Ballet Co.Laboratory is an artistic home for everyone.

With 14 different adult drop-in classes offered each week, including conditioning and Pilates, we know we have the right class for you!

View the class schedule.

Studios for Rent at Ballet Co.Laboratory

Come create at Ballet Co.Laboratory. Our artistic home is available for hourly rentals to independent artists and arts organizations. Book a single day to work on your artistry, secure a month to rehearse a show, or facilitate your weekly programming here – the choice is yours! We look forward to collaborating with you on your space needs.

Public Transportation
The studio is accessible via the Greenline into downtown Saint Paul and the 71A or 71B bus.

Free Parking
Free parking is available in front of the studio.

Facility
We have five studios at Ballet Co.Laboratory with sprung floors, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and barres, plus four gender-neutral restrooms, changing rooms, and comfortable lobby space with Wi-fi access and ample seating. The entire facility is HVAC heated and cooled.

Studio 1: 25′ x 50′ – 15-person capacity – $20/hour
Studio 2: 25′ x 50′ – 15-person capacity – $20/hour
Studio 3: 25′ x 30′ – 8-person capacity – $15/hour
Studio 4: 42′ x 50′ – 30-person capacity – Rental available via special request
Studio 5: 25′ x 28′ – 8-person capacity – $15/hour

Hours
Morning, daytime, and evening hours are available.

Intermediate and Advanced Recreational Program at Ballet Co.Laboratory

The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory’s Recreational Program offers classes for dancers ages 10-20 with a more flexible schedule and fewer hours per week than our Pre-Professional Program.

The Recreational Program includes ballet technique classes, add on sessions, rehearsals, and performance opportunities.

This program will begin February 1, 2024 and run for the months of February, March, April, and May.

Threads Dance Nexus Space for Rent

Threads Dance Nexus – A Space to Connect and Create

The Threads Dance Nexus is a brand new community hub that not only provides a home for Threads Dance Project but also strengthens the social fabric of our Minneapolis community through the connective power of dance.

Our 1,480 square foot space has:
A professional-grade speaker sound system
Barres, mirrors, and sprung floors
Two ADA-compliant, gender-neutral changing rooms
Large windows and garage door allowing for an abundance of natural light and fresh air

Conveniently located in the Seward neighborhood, we offer free parking and free side street parking. We are a five-minute walk from the Franklin light rail station and a 2-5 minute walk from the nearest bus stops (lines 2, 9, 22, and 67).

To request space, please email nexusrentals@threadsdance.org.

Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre: In-Person Winter/Spring Session Classes

Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre is thrilled to welcome you back for our winter/spring sessions! These in-person sessions run through June 1, 2024. The first class is free for new students. All ages, abilities, and levels are welcome! Visit our online registration page for more information, including class descriptions and prices. Registration is accepted on a drop-in basis. See you at the studio!

To learn more about us, visit: https://zorongo.org/

Monday
6:00-7:00pm: All Abilities with Colette Illarde
7:00-8:15pm: Sevillanas Workshop – January 22; February 5, 12, 19

Tuesday
6:00-7:15pm: Level 2 with Susana di Palma
7:15-8:30pm: Level 4/5 with Susana di Palma

Wednesday
7:30-8:45pm: Flamenco Guitar Class with Ross Fellrath

Thursday
6:00-7:00pm: Level 1 with Molly Kay Stoltz

Saturday
9:30-10:15am: Kids ages 5-7 with Colette Illarde
10:15-11:15am: Level 1 with Deborah Elias
11:15am-12:30pm: Level 3 with Colette Illarde
12:30-1:00pm: Juerga with Ross Fellrath
1:00-2:15pm: Level 4/5 with Susana di Palma