I have been going to Grand Jete on and off since I was 11 and dancing in a serious way. The service is as always knowledgeable, I find that now that I know what I need and what I am looking for it's not as intimidating as it used to seem. Considering the size of the location, they have packed in so much stuff and displayed it in a useful way. I don't know how they do it. The value might not be the price you can get it for online at a discount dance place but the ability to try things on and get assistance with size and fit is something that can't be beat. For that reason alone till you figure out what you need and what it should feel like go to grand jete and get the help to get what you need. read more

Last fall I went to Grand Jeté from an hour away to get fitted for pointe shoes. I signed up for an individual fitting, but since there was a large group ahead of me the fitting started fifteen minutes late, and the fitter was working with another dancer at the same time. The shoes she put me in were too big and caused pain in my pinky toes. Luckily I did not get injured, but correct sizing is really important and these shoes could have been much worse than they were! The selection of products is good, but this store really needs to work on their fittings. read more

As luck would have it, I had a spare hour yesterday after work, and Grand Jete is open until 8pm on Tuesdays! It's been about ten years since I have danced en pointe, so I was well overdue for a fitting...and a new pair of shoes! They have a really nice shoe fitting area, with plenty of chairs and staff on hand. The numbering system is great - no wondering who was there first, or whose turn it is to get fitted. Riley, the gent who fitted me for my shoes, was a total ace. The first pair he picked fit well, the second pair fit like a dream. He's been fitting dancers for shoes for over five years, and he's an instructor, too. Whenever you need shoes, come to Grand Jete! read more

Grand Jete - Dance Wear Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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I called ahead of time about buying ballroom shoes and said that I would be in the store later that day. The sales rep didn't say anything about needing an appointment to try on and when I showed up they wouldn't help me at all. Why wouldn't they just tell me earlier on the phone that I needed an appointment? A complete waste of my time. I will be buying on Amazon after this experience. read more

Grand Jete' sells dance wear, dance shoes, and related accouterments. This covers some ground. For shoes alone, we are talking about footwear suitable for pointe, ballet, jazz, tap, swing, ballroom and flamenco. On top of this you have your leotards, tights, etc. etc. As the father of a young dancer, I particularly appreciate the service and advice offered by the store's owner and staff. All who work here are dancers or former dancers. As such, the staff can make authoritative recommendations on fitting, sizing, selection and so on. This is important because poorly fitted dance shoes cause poor dancing, if not actual injury. The store's web site offers deals and coupons. They also have a frequent customer card that rewards return visits. Too, Grand Jete is a small business owned by a local human (not some megacorp) that has supported the Twin Cities dance community for over 20 years. If you are a dancer, or buy shoes and such for a dancer, delay not one minute longer: get thee to Grand Jete. (applause) read more

I've been to this store a couple of times in the last year: every time the service worst than the last. And today (more precisely about 15 minutes ago) was rock bottom. I knew going into it that it's a small store with lots of moms and their children. I'm fine with that. I get my number and wait. Next to me a young man is helping out 2 moms and their children. Well. That's nice. This lady comes up and starts helping me out with my shoes. I know what color and style I want- so all I really need help with is sizing. Is that too much to ask? Apparently for Grand Jete employees. It is. I am basically ignored as the lady is helping other customers. I try on all the shoes myself. And go up to the register to wait in line. She then tells me "thank you for tending to yourself". Really? How about an apology. I spent $130 because my shoes broke. I'm hoping to either get the same pair on amazon for cheaper (even paying next day delivery) Or at least I tried on multiple brands and next time I can order online. Short story? Non existant customer service. read more

I have been going to Grand Jete since I was a tiny two-year-old "ballerina." I hopped and bopped around in a little pink outfit and ballet slippers and thought I was obviously the real deal. Well, Grand Jete took me from that phase of my ballet life to the professional one, and it's never disappointed me. Anyone who's taken class before will know that getting dance gear ain't cheap. It's just like any sport: an intial investment but, if you treat your gear right, it should last. I stopped in a couple of days ago for soft shoes (ballet slippers), pointe shoes, and a new leotard. It's been a little while since I was en pointe, and the woman at the store helped me try on probably a dozen pairs. Funnily enough, I ended up with the same ones I used for years and years back in the day. The staff seemed helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. As a disclaimer, I'm not new to the process. I CAN tell you that when I was brand-new to point when I was nine - no, I won't say how long ago that was - Grand Jete was an invaluable resource in helping me get started with the right shoes. I never felt like I was being pushed to buy something that didn't work for me, and I had as much, or as little, help as I wanted. I'd like to think I'm come a long way since I was a little pirouetting thing standing two feet high, but every time I walk into Grand Jete I find the same excitement for dance that I had way back then. Ruthena is a huge advocate of the local dance community, and Grand Jete couldn't be a better resource, or guilty pleasure, for anyone who needs to move their feet and DANCE! read more

Great customer service. A wide range of choices and excellent prices. I will go back.

I rarely write reviews, but I wanted to post about the quality service we received. An employee doesn't have to be bubbly or all smiles to give great service. What I appreciated most was the professionalism and knowledge of the girl that worked with us. This was my daughters first pair of point shoes and they took the time to make her feel comfortable during the process. More importantly they were patient with her lack of knowledge on what a good fit should feel like. I was also impressed that they did not push for a more expensive shoe. read more

Best dancewear store in the county! Nationally recognized business. Ruthena and her staff are so knowledgeable, I send my students there for pointe shoes and can rely on sound, accurate fittings. Friendly people, excellent staff!!! Great selection of fun dance clothing too. read more

Super nice and friendly staff. Helped us as soon as we walked in the door. Highly recommend coming here for dance supplies