Ӱ Studio Rentals

Hours of Operation

We offer studio rentals at our locations in the West Village of Manhattan and Long Island City. See below for addresses and hours of operation. Please read all policies before requesting a rental. The rental form is found at the bottom of this page.

Ӱ, Manhattan: 434 Avenue of the Americas, FL 3

  • Monday - Thursday 9am - 9pm
  • Friday: 9am - 8pm
  • Saturday: 12pm - 5:45pm
  • Sunday: closed

Long Island City: 47-10 Austell Pl, 4th Floor, Long Island City, NY 11101

  • Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday : closed
    • Disclaimer for LIC after-hours
      • Rentals at our LIC studios may be held after hours of operation to individuals over the age of 18. If your rental extends beyond our hours of operation, no administrator will be present onsite. Renters will receive door codes to access the studios prior to their rental time.
      • Rentals may be held on Sundays at JBS-Manhattan on a case-by-case basis. Sunday rentals will require an additional non-refundable administration fee and will depend on the ability of administrative staff to cover the shift.

Rental Purposes

  • JBS Studios may be rented for rehearsals and classes. No street shoes, tap shoes, or non-dance heels (including any stiletto) are permitted in the studios.
    • Rehearsals: a solo, duo, or group of dancers practicing for an upcoming event or performance.
    • Classes: a structured session that collects a fee for each student in attendance.
    • To inquire about rentals for commercial rentals (including showings, events, or filming) please contact rentals@joffreyballetschool.com.
  • Subject to availability disclaimer
    • Availability is limited and depends on JBS class and rehearsal scheduling. Requests for space are not guaranteed, no rental is confirmed until payment is received.

Studio Description & Rates

  • All studio rentals include sound system (aux and bluetooth capabilities), mirrors, and professional marley flooring.
  • JBS Facilities items, including tables, chairs, or TVs, may be rented for an additional fee. Pianos are not available for use by renters.
  • Rates for a Photography, Commercial, or Event rental will be determined based on the details of the rental request

Rehearsal Rates

Rehearsal rentals are defined as a solo, duo, or group of dancers practicing for an upcoming event or performance.

Ӱ - Manhattan
  • Studio 1: 1200 sq. ft - $80/hour
  • Studio 2: 1200 sq. ft. - $80/hour
  • Studio 3: 1485 sq. ft. - $100/hour
  • Studio 5: 1050 sq. ft. - $70/hour
  • Studio 6: 1800 sq. ft. - $120/hour
  • Studio 7: 1570 sq. ft. - $100/hour
Ӱ - LIC
  • Studio A: 1156 sq ft - $30/hour
  • Studio B: 1350 sq ft - $35/hour
  • Studio C: 1008 sq ft - $30/hour
  • Studio D: 1008 sq ft - $30/hour
  • Studio E: 1500 sq ft - $40/hour
  • Studio F: 1300 sq ft - $35/hour

Class Rates

Class rentals are defined as a structured session that collects a fee for each student in attendance.

Ӱ - Manhattan
  • Studio 1: 1200 sq. ft - $96/hour
  • Studio 2: 1200 sq. ft. - $96/hour
  • Studio 3: 1485 sq. ft. - $120/hour
  • Studio 5: 1050 sq. ft. - $85/hour
  • Studio 6: 1800 sq. ft. - $145/hour
  • Studio 7: 1570 sq. ft. - $120/hour
Ӱ - LIC
  • Studio A: 1156 sq ft - $36/hour
  • Studio B: 1350 sq ft - $42/hour
  • Studio C: 1008 sq ft - $36/hour
  • Studio D: 1008 sq ft - $36/hour
  • Studio E: 1500 sq ft - $48/hour
  • Studio F: 1300 sq ft - $42/hour

Payment Policy

Renters will be sent an invoice once all rental details have been confirmed. Payments must be made within 24 hours of receipt of invoice. Any rentals left unpaid after 24 hours will be cancelled and the holds on the studios released.

General Policies

  • Payments must be made within 24 hours of receipt of invoice. Any rentals left unpaid after 24 hours will be cancelled and the holds on the studios released.
  • The studio must be left in the same condition as arrival. All trash must be discarded in the lobby trash receptacles.
  • No food in the studios.
  • The following are not permitted in Joffrey Ballet School Studios: street shoes, tap shoes, clogs, non-dance heels (including any stiletto).
  • Ӱ is not liable for any lost items. Anything found will be placed in the designated lost and found.
  • Lights and stereo must be turned off and windows must be closed shut after rental time.
  • A $100.00 fine will be assessed per security system infraction. This includes not closing or locking the studio door as per instructed via email or leaving a window open.
  • If the renter exceeds their rental time (i.e arriving in the studio before allotted time or staying beyond their 10 minute grace period ending time) they will be charged for the overage. Charges will be rounded up to the nearest quarter of the hour. Joffrey Ballet School will inform and charge the card on the file.
  • We do not offer refunds. All invoices and dues are based on reserved times. Once payment for your rental has been received, cancellations within the cancellation window will be returned as a rental credit.
  • You may locate WIFI information hung up throughout the premises.
  • Security cameras are in use, please ensure that all rental participants use the restroom facilities when changing.
  • No storage is permitted without prior approval.

Cancellation Policy

    • Same-day cancellations are not permitted.
    • Cancellation requests for Tuesday - Saturday rentals must be emailed to rentals@joffreyballetschool.com at least 48 hours prior to the rental.
    • Cancellation requests for rentals occurring on a Sunday or Monday must be emailed to rentals@joffreyballetschool.com at least 72 hours prior to the rental.
    • All Administrative Fees are treated as a non-refundable deposit. In the event of a cancellation, administrative fees will not be returned as a credit.
    • Requests to modify the time or studio space of a paid rental must be emailed to rentals@joffreyballetschool.com. Changes requested outside of the applicable cancellation window will incur a fee equal to 15% of the total rental cost.

Understanding of Usage Agreement

    The only shoes to be worn in the studios are dance shoes. This includes ballet/pointe shoes, jazz shoes, and dance sneakers. Tap shoes and non-dance heels (including any stiletto) are not permitted for use in our studios. Rosin is not permitted in our studios.

    Studios may be rented for a rehearsal or class. Rehearsal rentals are defined as a solo, duo, or group of dancers practicing for an upcoming event or performance. A class rental is defined as a structured session that collects a fee for each student in attendance.

    Any request for commercial usage, events/showings, or rentals that are not classified as rehearsal or class should be emailed to rentals@joffreyballetschool.com and a rate will be decided based on details of the request.

    Renters understand that their rental is for the use of the studio space only, for the duration specified, unless otherwise agreed upon. Renters must use the space for their indicated purpose. Joffrey Ballet School equipment is not for public use and may not be used by renters without a prior agreement. Renters using the lobby must be respectful of the space and other renters, staff members, and students who may be present. No renters are permitted to use the studio pianos for any purpose.

    Violation of these terms may result in additional fees and/or restriction from future rentals at the Ӱ.

Long Island City Rentals

    Your Long Island City rental may occur at a time when there are no administrators present onsite. You will be provided with door codes to enter the building and the studios, and are required to follow the below regulations for studio use.

    Locking the studio door – failure to lock the studio door or close the fourth floor door will result in a $100 fine.

    When no administrators are present on the premises, it is the responsibility of the renter to close and lock the studio door behind them. To lock the door, please press the Yale Lock button at the top of the key pad until you hear the lock bolt. Please check to ensure that the door is fully locked before leaving the building. If there is no administrator on-site at the end of your rental, you must close the 4th floor door (outside the elevators) upon exiting the building.

    Lights in the studios must be turned off at the end of your rental time. Common area lights do not need to be turned off unless instructed by Joffrey Ballet School staff.

    All windows must remain closed throughout the duration of your rental. If you have a temperature issue, please email rentals@joffreyballetschool.com or call the Rentals phone at (908) 299-6497. We remotely control the thermostat.

    This rental is for the studio space only. Please limit use of the lobby. Renters are not permitted to enter any JBS staff areas, including behind the desk and the office. Storage facilities are off-limits to renters. All closets are off-limits to renters.

Recurring Rentals

    Rentals for the following month will be confirmed in writing no later than the 15th of the previous month. It is the responsibility of the renter to communicate their requested rental dates to the Studio Coordinator by this date. As rentals are booked on a monthly basis, this is the best way to ensure the space is reserved for your desired time.

    Rental charges will be due on the 1st of each month. Any rental payments not received by the 5th of the month will be subject to a $50 late fee. Any additional rentals needed throughout the month can be scheduled separately on a case-by-case basis.

Liability Clause

    By renting space at the Joffrey Ballet School, you acknowledge and agree that any damages or injuries that may occur during one’s established rental time are the sole responsibility of the renter. In the event that any damages to the property or the property’s facilities occur during the rental period, it is the responsibility of the renter to provide financial compensation equivalent to the cost of the damages. The renter acknowledges that Joffrey Ballet School, and any subsidiaries therein, are not responsible for the health, wellbeing, or safety of individuals renting their properties.

Rental Request Policy

    Friendly Reminder: All rental requests require a minimum turnaround time of 24 business hours. We cannot guarantee accommodation for requests made with less than 24 hours' notice or on weekends.

    Additionally, all rentals are considered pending requests. Without confirmation and payment, no rentals are confirmed. We request that renters do not arrive at any location without first receiving confirmation and completing the payment.

Faculty, Staff, or JBS Student?
Faculty and students, please use the rentals form in your handbook to submit your request.
Staff, please reach out to rentals@joffreyballetschool.com directly.