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Rent the Young Dance Studios

Photo of a dance studio with windows at the far wall

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, and 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–9:00pm

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.

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! 

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday classes now with live accompaniment!

Join us in person or virtually via Zoom.
Single-class and 10-class cards are available.
Parking is always free!

The Arena – Space for Rent

Located in the heart of the Lyn-Lake community, The Arena is available for your rehearsal, class, and event needs!

Hourly rates range from $15-$25, with discounts/special offerings available to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Inquire for savings.

Our space offers:

  • 1,305 square feet (30×40) of sprung, Marley dance flooring
  • Wall-length mirrors with curtains for covering if preferred
  • Changing room
  • Free parking on side streets (Aldrich, Bryant, Colfax, 31st, etc.)
  • Access to multiple bus lines, including the 21, 4, 23, 612, and 18

To request space, please email Mathew at arenadances@gmail.com.

The Arena – Drop-in Moving Practice with Berit Ahlgren

Moving Practice is a weekly class series for professional dancers. Classes prioritize rigor, diversity of contemporary aesthetics, variety of class content, and commitment.

Berit Ahlgren teaches Moving Practice – October 31
Tuesday, 10:00-11:30am

Sarah McCullough starts in November at new time, 9:30-11:00am

Professional-level dancers of all styles are welcome.
Pre-registration and payment beforehand encouraged.
Suggested price of $17 per class. Pay-as-able option on all classes – we would rather you join us than not be able to attend due to financial limitations.

We will start class slowly, warming up the muscles, joints, fascia, and mind through sensation-based movement research and creative multi-tasking within the body. Based in the Gaga Movement Language, this entry point will support the phrasework taught from the HoneyWorks repertoire, as well as time for generative engagement amongst the participants in the room. Students should expect a supportive environment, a class that meets them where they’re at, and a fun, inspirational time to move both independently as well as in unison, whether in guided improvisation or shared choreography.

Learn more about Berit.

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.

Advanced Drop-In Classes with Collide Theatrical

Join us for class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:30am for intermediate/advanced ballet, advanced jazz, and Collide Barre with the company.

Teachers and classes on a rotating schedule.
Pre-registration is required.
View the class schedule and register for class.
Please sign our liability waiver before attending class

All Welcome
Our welcoming environment stands up to our values of inclusivity and accessibility. Work-study and BIPOC scholarships available.

Our space is located in the Can Can Wonderland building in St. Paul. Parking is free in front of the building (the BLUE lot is closest to our space), in the lots across the street, and in the underground parking garage – follow the Can Can Wonderland arrow.

Class Rates
Adult Drop-Ins: $20 per class or $180 for a 10-class pass, good for either ballet, jazz, or Collide Barre. Must be used within 6 months.
Professional Dancers: $18 per class. Email grace@collidetheatrical.org for a discount code.

Studio Rentals at Collide Theatrical in St. Paul

Need space to rehearse, choreograph, teach, or hold an event? Collide Theatrical has two studios available for rental in our beautiful St. Paul location.

Studio 1 has 1700 square feet of sprung floor, full wall-length mirrors, Rosco Adagio Marley dance floor, high ceilings, sky lights, and 3 chandeliers. Studio 2 has 550 square feet of sprung wood floor.

Both studios have the following amenities:

  • Ballet barres for up to 18 students
  • Free and accessible parking and access to public transportation line
  • Gender-specific bathrooms
  • non-gender-specific bathroom available in the adjacent building
  • Free wi-fi
  • Bluetooth room speakers
  • Cubbies for holding shoes and clothes
  • 2 long folding tables
  • Access to up to 30 folding chairs
  • Hallway drinking fountains. Access to kitchenette area available upon request.

Single Rental:
Studio 1 – $30/hour
Studio 2 – $20/hour

Long-Term or Multiple-Day Rental:
Studio 1 – $20/hour
Studio 2 – $15/hour

Payment for rental bookings must be made 48 hours prior to your booking to hold your reservation. A signed rental agreement and certificate of insurance must be provided prior to your reservation. Please contact us at 651-395-7903 or grace@collidetheatrical.org to schedule a visit.

Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre – Studio Space for Rent in Minneapolis

Located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, rent Zorongo Flamenco’s studio for classes, private rehearsals, events, and more! Our space is available to book in consecutive 30-minute periods when not in use by the Zorongo Flamenco school. 

First-time renters should contact Zorongo Flamenco for more information prior to booking. 

Our 1,224 square foot (34′ x 36′) studio includes:
Free street parking on 37th Avenue and surrounding streets
Bluetooth speaker/sound system available for use
Access to gender-neutral restrooms
Overhead lighting
Filtered water station
Sprung, wood floor
Wall-length mirrors
Windows with natural light and curtains
A/C unit
Wifi

Rental Fees:
For rehearsals: 30 minutes at $10.00
For classes: 30 minutes at $12.50

For other rental inquiries, including events, workshops, art space, photo/filming sessions, etc., please contact us.
To view studio rental availability, visit: https://zorongo.org/studio-rental/

DanceMN Seeks Consultant

DanceMN seeks a consultant to assist with creating a survey of the existing membership and to help facilitate three townhall meetings. The survey should help to identify who engages with DanceMN so the organization has a comprehensive understanding of who subscribes to the weekly newsletter. The goal is for DanceMN to learn more about their current and potential constituents.

Who is eligible to respond?
Eligible candidates will demonstrate market analysis expertise; works as a consultant; is organized and responsive; and is interested in user experience and supporting an arts organization.

Goal
The goal of this project is to better understand the DanceMN community so that DanceMN can 1) address gaps in community through targeted development and outreach; and 2) develop new tools/resources in alignment with the desires and needs of the community. By better knowing who our 1700 subscribers and 900 contributors are, DanceMN can better leverage our strengths and address our weaknesses, becoming more accessible/relevant for more artists, audiences, and organizations, and bringing greater visibility and vitality to MN dance.

Proposal requirements
Cover letter, name, address, website, phone numbers, emails, online portfolio (if you have one), client references.
Please provide a sample project that you have completed in the past.
Please specify your fee and provide a budget for this work.

Proposal due date: November 3, 2023
Submit proposals to: admin@dancemn.org – Include “RFP Consultant” in the subject line.

See the full RFP.

MNI Dance Festival – Free Workshops

Thanks to community support we are happy to announce the Minnesota International Dance Festival (MNIDF) workshops are now free to all attendees!

The MNIDF brings together international dance instructors, choreographers, community members, and emerging Twin Cities artists for a week of community exchange through workshops and performances. This year’s featured country is Mexico. The festival will include three week-long workshops, a choreographer panel conversation, and three performances.

Workshops October 17-20, 2023:
Class A: 10:00-11:30am – Alexis Zanety, Circular Drawing Movement
Class B: 11:30am-1:00pm – Dora de la Torre, Mexican Folkloric Dance
Class C: 1:30-3:00pm – José A. Luis, Dance Composition

Informal Showcase Performance at the Southern Theater on October 21 at 1:30pm.