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Daily Drop-in Classes at Hothouse

Open dance and fitness classes seven days a week! Class offerings include ballet, Arabic dance, contemporary, The Ellové Technique®, jazz, BollyX, hip hop, Zumba, heels, sessions, and more.

Hothouse is a multi-purpose studio space in Minneapolis featuring drop-in classes for teens and adults. Whether you’re already involved in the local arts scene, an aspiring dance professional looking to bolster your training, or just a human who loves to move, Hothouse offers classes that celebrate the bliss of movement and embrace you for who you are.

Come as you are, leave as more.

Visit our website or find us on MINDBODY to view the full schedule and book your next class!

Free lot and street parking.

Hothouse Studio Rental – Northeast Minneapolis

Make Hothouse your home! Our space is available for hourly rentals to independent artists, freelance instructors, and companies. Like a community garden, filled with unique plots, the beauty of Hothouse is in the diversity of the people that fill our space.

Hothouse has expanded and now has three brand new studios to choose from on the second floor of the Kennedy Building.

All Studios
Sprung, Marley floor
Mirrors
Sound system with auxiliary input and Bluetooth
Large windows with natural light
Adjustable lighting
Wifi
Access to a restroom and filtered water station
Free lot and street parking

Studio 1
800 square feet, 40’w x 20’d

Studio 2
2,000 square feet, 50’w x 40’d
Portable barres (accommodates 12-16)

Studio 3
920 square feet, 40’w x 23’ d
Fitness equipment (available for additional fee)

Rental prices vary based on the type of event, starting at just $16 per hour. Fill out the First Time Rental Request form at the bottom of this page to introduce yourself and book the space!

Studios for Rent at Hopkins Dance Company

Three beautiful studios available for hourly, short or long-term rental in Hopkins. Perfect for dance/exercise classes, photo shoots, filming, rehearsals, and more!

Studio 1: 17′ x 42′
Studio 2: 16′ x 28′
Studio 3: 29′ x 60′

Sound system and Wi-Fi available.

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!

Our space offers:
1,305 square feet (30×40) of sprung, Marley dance flooring.
Wall-length mirrors with curtains.
Changing room.
Access to multiple bus lines, including the 21, 4, 23, 612, and 18.

Hourly rates range from $17-$25, with discounts/special offerings available to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Inquire for savings.

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

Town Hall/Goodale Theater Community Update

The City of Minneapolis has officially taken ownership of the Cowles Theater. We have combined all the conversations from the two of three town halls/conversations into one draft document. We had our first official meeting Tuesday, April 3 between CPED and Arts & Cultural Affairs to start the process of determining the priorities and timeline for creating a call for operators.
– Ben Johnson, Arts and Culture Department

Ben suggests a community-based dance advocacy committee should be formed to respond to upcoming City of Minneapolis budget planning process. Mathew Janczewski will coordinate, please reach out with interest in being a part of this committee as it forms. Mathew will also reach out to key individuals amongst the dance community and beyond to ensure a broad net of diversity in aesthetics, age, race and disciplines.

Express your interest in joining the Dance Advocacy Committee: contact Mathew Janczewski, arenadances@gmail.com

Hatch Dance and HoneyWorks Offer Open Classes

In preparations for Hatch Dance/HoneyWorks Summerdance, (f.k.a. Live @ The Shed), Helen Hatch and Berit Ahlgren are teaching open community classes in ballet technique and Gaga Movement Language. Please join us! All are welcome. Sliding scale, $5-15.

Thursday, May 9: Gaga/people with Berit Ahlgren
Monday, May 13: Ballet with Berit Ahlgren
Thursday, May 16: Gaga/people with Berit Ahlgren
Monday, May 20: Ballet with Helen Hatch
Thursday, May 23: Gaga/people with Berit Ahlgren
Thursday, May 30: Gaga/people with Berit Ahlgren
Thursday, June 6: Ballet with Helen Hatch
Monday, June 10: Gaga/people with Berit Ahlgren
Wednesday, June 12: Ballet with Helen Hatch

All classes 10:30am-12:00pm at St. Paul Ballet.

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 that 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

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 allowed 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 with more than 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
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.