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DeGamba School of Music and Art

5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Ballet school in St Francis, Minnesota

Ballet school Free trial Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
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  • Phone +1 651-443-0778
  • Website & schedule degamba.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 2–8 pm
Tuesday 2–8 pm
Wednesday 2–8 pm
Thursday 2–8 pm
Friday 2–8 pm
Saturday 12:30–5 pm
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at DeGamba School of Music and Art, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 10 mentions

“They connect well with the kids and have a customized to the individual approach to music, rather than a "one size fits all" approach.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 53 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Degamba was extremely welcoming and made a recommendation that I work with Sam Gloe.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“My sons love their time at DeGamba!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“Thank you to Sam and the whole staff at Degamba for encouraging me on this journey!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“I also love seeing the many recitals and performances they put on, highly recommend!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“Degamba is a professional Music and Art studio that allows your children to learn at their own pace!”

From the reviews

Degamba is a professional Music and Art studio that allows your children to learn at their own pace! They have amazing staff that truly care about their students and their success…. On occasion they have brought in very highly respected musicians to the area for inspiration!

★★★★★ — Bria, Nov 2025

Addison is a fantastic owner and operator of this school. His teachers are passionate about music and art, and they show that in how they teach their students. Addison himself once gave a quick guitar lesson just because I was there and showed some interest in it. Positively delightful. 5 stars.

★★★★★ — Chase, Feb 2024

Great school and staff! 100% recommend! Loved my violin lesson with Addison. He was so helpful and patient. Will be back:)

★★★★★ — Lydia, Feb 2024

My youngest son has been begging me to start piano. We started about a month ago and we love everything about DeGamba! He has some learning disabilities along with hearing loss - the teacher has been amazing, creating an environment for him to learn and explore music despite these challenges; building on his interests…

★★★★★ — Sarah, Mar 2024

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Your first ballet class at DeGamba School of Music and Art

Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find DeGamba School of Music and Art

23168 St Francis Blvd NW #300, St Francis, MN55070

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