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Rehearsal

Rehearsal space in Saint John, NB

A loud room on Queen Street with the backline already set up. Bring your guitars, sticks and set list. We supply the amps, drums and PA.

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The room

Plug in and play

Graywin is a band practice space in Saint John, set up for full bands and anyone else who needs to turn it up. Every booking includes the shared backline: guitar amps, two Ampeg SVTs, a Ludwig or Yamaha Tour Custom kit with Sabian, Zildjian and Paiste cymbals, keys, and a full PA with four custom-built floor wedges.

That means no loading a van just to practise. Walk in, plug in, and spend your four hours playing instead of setting up. Some gear is for recording sessions only, and some belongs to bands who store it here, so check the full gear list to see exactly what is yours to use.

  • Guitar ampsVox AC30, Mesa/Boogie Rectifier, Marshall, Fender
  • Bass ampsTwo Ampeg SVTs
  • DrumsLudwig and Yamaha Tour Custom kits
  • KeysRoland Juno and Alesis Micron
  • VocalsFull PA, four custom floor wedges
  • Not your gear?No touchy touchy
See the full gear list

Times

Four-hour blocks

Every rehearsal is a four-hour block. Weekday blocks start at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Weekend blocks start at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. There is no minimum notice, so you can grab an open slot right up to the start time.

The building is open Monday to Friday from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Show up a little early or stay a little late, within reason. Just respect the noise curfew: no playing between 1 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays, or after 3 a.m. on weekends. The neighbours thank you.

Weekly rehearsal slots4 hours each

Weekdays: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Weekends: blocks start at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Hatched means no slot.

Prices

Drop in or sign up

Drop-in

$50 / 4 hours

One block, no commitment. Good for a tune-up before a show, or for finding out whether your drummer can count.

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Self Recording add-on

+$40

Record your own rehearsal on our setup. Approved bands only, so check with us first, then add it when you book.

Ask to get approved

Subscription plans

Billed monthly, cancel any time. Savings are per session against the $50 drop-in. Use your sessions within 31 days. No carry-overs, no refunds.

Light Use

$160/ month

  • Sessions4 x 4 hours
  • Per session$40 (save $10)
  • StorageNot included

Solo artists and low-volume bands.

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Core Band

$288/ month

  • Sessions8 x 4 hours
  • Per session$36 (save $14)
  • Storage2 amps and drum breakables

Active bands rehearsing every week.

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Frequent Flyer

$384/ month

  • Sessions12 x 4 hours
  • Per session$32 (save $18)
  • Storage3 amps and 1 full drum kit

Gigging bands and frequent collaborators.

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Max Access

Lowest rate

$448/ month

  • Sessions16 x 4 hours
  • Per session$28 (save $22)
  • Storage4 amps, 4 guitars and 1 full drum kit

High-commitment bands, side projects, or groups sharing a plan.

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How booking works

From first message to first chord

  1. Say hello first

    First time here? Send a message or call so we can make sure the room fits your band.

  2. Book and pay online

    Pick a drop-in block or a monthly plan in the scheduler. Payment happens at booking.

  3. Show up and plug in

    The backline is ready. Bring your instruments, sticks, cables and set list.

  4. Plans changed?

    Reschedule in the scheduler up to 12 hours before your start time.

  5. Leave it clean

    Garbage in the bins, cans and bottles in recycling. A messy room gets a cleaning fee.

House rules

Keep the den usable

The rules exist so the next band walks into the same room you did. Be respectful, look after the gear, and treat other people's stored equipment like it bites. Some bands keep their gear here, and they want it in one piece.

Breaking the rules, damaging property, unsafe behaviour or harassment ends access immediately, without a refund. The studio is under video surveillance.

Bad dog list

  • No parties
  • No cannabis
  • No smoking
  • No more than one guest per band member

Questions

Rehearsal FAQ

When is the studio open?

Monday to Friday, 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Every bookable block is four hours long.

How much does rehearsal cost?

A drop-in block is $50 for four hours. Monthly band plans run from $160 for four sessions to $448 for sixteen, which works out to $40 down to $28 a session. Core Band and up include gear storage.

How do I book my first session?

Send us a message or call first so we can confirm the space fits your band. After that, book everything through the online scheduler.

Can I reschedule?

Yes, through the scheduler, up to 12 hours before your start time. Sessions missed without rescheduling in time are non-refundable and cannot be rebooked.

How do the monthly plans work?

Each plan renews every month and can be cancelled any time. Sessions must be booked and used within 31 days of purchase. Unused sessions do not roll over and are not refunded.

Can I store my gear here?

Yes, on the Core Band plan and up. Core Band covers 2 amps and drum breakables, Frequent Flyer covers 3 amps and a full kit, and Max Access covers 4 amps, 4 guitars and a full kit. Extra storage needs approval.

Is there a noise curfew?

Yes. No playing between 1 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays, or after 3 a.m. on weekends.

Can I use any of the gear?

The shared backline is yours to use during your block. Anything marked Ask first needs a yes from us, and gear stored by other bands is off limits unless the owner says otherwise. The gear list shows what is what.

Can I bring friends?

One guest per band member. You are responsible for how they behave and for anything they break.

Can I record my rehearsal?

Phone recordings are always fine. To record on our setup, add Self Recording to your booking for $40. You need to be approved first, so message us before you add it. For a full session with us running the board, see recording services.

What if something breaks?

Normal wear and tear happens. Damage from negligence or misuse is paid for by whoever caused it, whether the gear is ours or another band's. The studio is not responsible for lost or stolen personal property.

What gets someone banned?

Damaging property, breaking the rules, unsafe behaviour, harassment, or tampering with the security cameras. The studio is under video surveillance.

Ready to get loud? Book a block, or message us first if this is your first time at Graywin.

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