Teachers
Meet the 2027 teachers staff!
Markus & Tren
In 2024, Markus & Tren made their debut at the Dutch Open WCS – and what a blast we had with them! We are very happy to welcome them back for our 2027 edition. And this year, there is even more: Markus & Tren will also be teaching our 6-hour WCS Intensive!
Markus & Tren are one of the most dynamic, inspiring and fun-loving couples! They are both Swing Dance Champions under the dance company StuckOnSwing. You may have seen one of Tren’s iconic dance videos go viral on Facebook, YouTube or TikTok, or you may have seen Markus on BET, So You Think You Can Dance or in the movie Love N’ Dancing.
Together, they travel across the United States and internationally, teaching, competing, judging and performing at Swing Dance events. They routinely place amongst the top competitors in the world of Swing Dance and have shared their signature DC Hand Dance style with communities across the US and abroad.
They are most passionate about bringing people together and sharing the gift of dance and music with the next generation.
We can’t wait to have Markus & Tren back at the Dutch Open WCS in 2027!
Igor Pitangui & Fernanda Dubiel
We are very excited to welcome Igor & Fernanda to the Dutch Open WCS for the first time!
This Brazilian duo is known for their creativity, musicality and love for West Coast Swing. Igor is especially known for his versatility as both a leader and follower, becoming the first male follower to reach Champion level. Fernanda is a Champion-level dancer who reached this level after only 18 months in All-Star.
Together, they travel internationally teaching, competing and judging – and we can’t wait to welcome them to the Dutch Open in 2027!
Michael Kielbasa & Emilia Jaskot
Michael Kielbasa & Emilia Jaskot will be joining us for the Dutch Open WCS 2027!
Michael brings many years of experience in West Coast Swing and has travelled around the world teaching, performing and sharing his passion for dance. He is known for his unique style, musicality and creative approach to teaching.
Emilia discovered West Coast Swing in 2022 and quickly made her way through the competition levels. She now competes at All-Star level and teaches and judges at events internationally. Besides dancing, Emilia is also a Doctor of Physical Therapy, bringing her knowledge of movement and the human body into her dancing and teaching.
Together, Michael & Emilia bring a great combination of experience, creativity and knowledge to the dance floor.
Leo Nguyen & Aline Koch
After a fantastic experience with Leo & Aline at the Dutch Open last year, we are very happy to welcome them back for our 2027 edition!
With backgrounds in both West Coast Swing and Hip Hop, Leo & Aline bring a fresh and creative approach to the dance floor. They love to explore musicality, movement and expression, combining elements from both dance styles in their dancing and teaching.
Their energy and teaching were a great addition to the Dutch Open last year, so we are very happy to have them joining us again in 2027!
Alexandre & Christelle
Alexandre & Christelle have been teaching together in Geneva since 2012 and internationally since 2013. They are known for their detailed and technical approach to teaching, while always remaining accessible on the social dance floor.
Alexandre is the founder of Dance Profiling, an approach that focuses on finding the right technique for each individual dancer. Together, Alexandre & Christelle have been competing at All-Star level for many years.
For the Dutch Open 2027, Alexandre will also be our Head Judge!