Rent the Young Dance Studios

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 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-Saturday, 8:00am-8:00pm
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. 

Young Dance Summer Classes and Camps

Weekly Classes
Creative Movement 1: Ages: 3–5. Monday or Tuesday, 4:30–5:15pm
Creative Movement 2: Ages: 5–7. Monday or Tuesday, 5:15–6:00pm
Dance Together: Ages 1–3 with caregiver. Monday or Tuesday, 5:15–6:00pm

Camps
Session 1: June 24–27
Session 2: July 8–11
Session 3: July 22–25
Session 4: August 5–8
Session 5: August 19–22

Dance A Story: Creative Movement and Storytelling for ages 4-7
Monday–Thursday, 9:30am-12:00pm. Tuition: $150
Explore movement with a focus on storytelling.
Session 2: July 8–11 is designed for neurodivergent youth and individuals who may be sensitive to stimulation.

Camps for Ages 8–18
Morning Camps: Monday–Thursday, 9:00–11:30am. Tuition: $150
Afternoon Camps: Monday–Thursday, 12:00–4:30pm. Tuition: $250
Explore several dance genres and real-world applications in the morning, afternoon, or full-day.
Session 3: July 22–25 offers an additional camp for dancers with Down Syndrome.

All Abilities Dancing Classes
Dancing with Wheels for ages 11+
Wednesdays, 5:00–6:00pm. Tuition: $150 or with a class card.
Build dance skills and express yourself through movement for youth and adults with wheeling devices.

All Abilities Dancing
Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30pm. Tuition: $150 or with a class card. Ages 18+
Express yourself while you explore the elements of dance and develop skills in improvisation and collaboration. For adults with and without disabilities.

Creo Arts & Dance Conservatory Adult Summer Drop-In Classes

Join us for our ballet, jazz, and contemporary adult classes in a joyful and safe environment at Creo Arts and Dance Conservatory in Minnetonka. You can expect a high-energy class with motivational dance artists who are experts in their craft!

June Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, June 18 and 25: 6:30-7:45pm
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, June 19 and 26: 6:00-7:00pm
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, June 20 and 27: 6:30-7:30pm

July Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, July 9, 16, 23, 30: 6:30-7:45pm
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, July 10, 17, 24, 31: 6:00-7:00pm
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, July 11, 18, 25: 6:30-7:30pm

August Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, August 6, 13, 20, 27: 6:30-7:45pm
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, August 7, 14, 21, 28: 6:00-7:00pm
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: 6:30-7:30pm

South Minneapolis Studio Available for Rent

The Sabathani Community Center in South Minneapolis has a dance studio available for hourly rental. The studio space includes mirrors, ballet barres, and hardwood floors. The building includes security and free parking.

Studio dimensions: 39′ x 23′ x 9′

Hourly Rates
Rehearsals and photoshoots — $15
Classes and auditions — $20

Available for Rent
Monday-Friday, 7:00am-9:00pm
Saturdays, 10:00am-4:00pm
Closed Sundays.

To reserve, contact ReNée Pettis at rpettis@sabathani.org or 612-821-2308.

James Sewell Ballet – Open Advanced/Professional Class and Coordi™ Classes

Come join the James Sewell Ballet dancers in our open professional class!
All classes are ballet unless noted otherwise. Sign up for in-person company class or virtual Coordi™ class here.

Thursday, May 23: 9:30-11:00am – Yuki Tokuda
Tuesday, May 28: 9:30-11:00am – Kerry Parker with Pat Lyles on piano
Thursday, May 30: 9:30-11:00am – Yuki Tokuda

Coordi™ Class
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00am taught by James Sewell
Ongoing. Virtual-only at this time.

What is Coordi™It’s a movement study based on multiple kinetic patterns happening at once. Physical brain teasers combine with ballet for unexpected pathways and alignments that challenge both your mind and body! Learn more about Coordi™ here.

Open Level Jazz Classes with Collide

Drop in for a jazz class in a safe, inclusive environment. Whether you’re just starting your dance journey or want to brush up on the basics, we welcome you to class.

Monday, 7:00-8:30pm
Starting June 17.
For ages 14 and up.

Pre-registration is required.
View the class schedule and register.
Please sign our liability waiver before attending class.

All Welcome
Our welcoming environment stands up to our values of inclusivity and accessibility. 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
Summer Special – available until June 5: 10 classes for $150 or 5 classes for $80! Valid only for classes June-August 2024.
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. Evening and weekend availability!

Studio 1 has 1200 square feet of sprung floor, full wall-length mirrors, Rosco Adagio Marley dance floor, high ceilings, skylights, and 3 chandeliers.

Studio 2 has 450 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
  • 2 folding tables
  • Access to up to 30 folding chairs
  • Microwave and small refrigerator
  • HVAC heated and cooled spaces with temperature control
  • Hallway drinking fountains

Street shoes on dance floors are strictly forbidden. Dance sneakers (not worn outdoors) are fine in the small studio only.

Rental Rates: 
Studio 1 – $25/hour
Studio 2 – $18/hour

These rates are for 1-10 people in the space. Any class or event over 10 people is subject to our Event Rate. Please contact us for more information.

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 grace@collidetheatrical.org to schedule a visit.

Advanced Drop-In Classes with Collide

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

View the class schedule and register for class.
Teachers and classes on a rotating schedule.
Pre-registration is required.
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
Summer Special – available until June 5: 10 classes for $150 or 5 classes for $80! Valid only for classes June-August 2024.
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.

Sunna – New Pilates and Yoga Studio with Discounts for Full-Time Artists

Welcome to Sunna, a wellness studio committed to your radiance through grounding and restoring, energizing and strengthening, group and individual, and mind and body practices. We specialize in Pilates, Yoga, GYROKINESIS®, and Barre class formats, with an emphasis on alignment, healing, integration, and functional movement. We foster a welcoming environment for those based in the neighborhood as well as those traveling longer distances or passing through the Twin Cities.

Featuring a wide array of knowledgeable instructors, including local dance artists Amanda Sachs, Berit Ahlgren, Eva Mohn, Genevieve Waterbury, Kari Schire, Nic Lincoln, Non Edwards, and Samantha Meryhew.

We offer discounts for full-time artists, students, and seniors. Please visit our website to find out more!