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AMIR FALAKI

Amir has taught for approximately 30 years in a lot of different styles – he is what you would call a “super teacher”. Amir teaches all ages with a great passion and love for dancing – which rub off on his students. You can always recognize the joy of dancing and the good energy it will spread throughout his classes.

Amir is incredibly pedagogical. He understands the movement patterns of the body, and how to put together a teaching lesson. This means that everyone learns to dance and feel comfortable while getting a proper dose of self-confidence.

Amir has been in the entertainment business for over 30 years, where he has tried everything from background choreographer to music star in the late 90’s and 00’s with his own band “Toybox” which became a giant world success. With all his experience and know-how, Amir can help all of his students achieve their dreams and goals, in a sometimes chaotic entertainment industry.

AMIR FALAKI

ARTIT CHRISTOFFER CHATTHAI

Artit is an established instructor in the dance community. He has been teaching for many years, both in Denmark and abroad. He has competed in several events and has previously won UDO, Kaufmann Cup, Hip Hop Unite, and Hip Hop International DK both as a dancer and as a coach.

Artit is the director of SB Family, a group of young people whom he teaches voluntarily to provide them with the tools to establish themselves in the dance community. At the same time, he runs a wide range of dance projects, such as “The Homegrown Experience.”

Most recently, you saw Artit as a member of the group Champions League Family, which placed 3rd in the final of “Den Vildeste Danser” in 2020.

Artit is ready for exciting new projects on Danseplaneten.

ARTIT CHRISTOFFER CHATTHAI

Artit is an established teacher in the dance community. He has been teaching for many years, both in Denmark and abroad. He has competed in several events and previously won UDO, Kaufmann Cup, Hip Hop Unite, Hip Hop International DK both as a dancer and as a coach.

Artit is the director of SB Family, which consists of a group of young people whom he teaches voluntarily, to equip them for establishing themselves in the dance community. At the same time, he runs a variety of dance projects such as ‘The Homegrown Experience’.

Recently, you have seen Artit as a member of the group Champions League Family – who finished 3rd in the ‘Wildest Dancer’ final in 2020. Artit is ready for exciting new projects in the Danseplaneten.

DANIELLA LAPPIN

Daniella’s dance career kickstarted when she graduated as a professional dancer in 2013 from Stepz’s 2-year dance program, specializing in classical ballet technique, contemporary, jazz, and commercial styles. Since then, she has worked full-time in dance and had amazing experiences on stages around the world, collaborating with international choreographers and artists. Since 2018, Daniella has been running the entertainment agency and dance company Lappin Creatives, which creates choreographic performances and appears nationwide. The Lappin Creatives universe has given Daniella ample opportunity to develop her choreographic skills, often incorporating contemporary and jazz. Daniella has a great passion for performing arts and loves to create performances with drama, choreographic wow effects, and charisma.

Daniella teaches show dance as well as contemporary and technique at Danseplaneten. Show dance provides students with ample opportunities to perform on some of the country’s biggest stages and live out their inner star dreams in glitter costumes.

Danseplaneten’s show dance competition team has been among the top on the Danish ranking list for the past 6 seasons, and we have had the opportunity to perform at the Royal Theatre and the Opera House. The Contemporary Class delves into the body’s way of storytelling and expressing emotions without words. As a supplement, we also train in ballet and jazz fundamental techniques to help students strengthen their talents.

DANIELLA LAPPIN

Daniella’s dance career kicked off when she graduated as a professional dancer in 2013 from Stepz’s 2-year dance education program, specializing in classical ballet technique, contemporary, jazz, and commercial styles. Since then, she has been working full-time in dance, enjoying incredible experiences on stages worldwide, collaborating with international choreographers and artists.

Since 2018, Daniella has been running the entertainment agency and dance company, Lappin Creatives, which creates choreographic performances and performs nationwide. The Lappin Creatives universe has provided Daniella ample opportunities to showcase her choreographic abilities, particularly focusing on contemporary and jazz styles. Daniella has a deep passion for performing arts and loves creating performances infused with drama, choreographic wow-effects, and charisma.

Daniella teaches showdance and contemporary techniques at Danseplaneten. Showdance offers students the chance to perform on some of the country’s biggest stages and fulfill their inner star dreams in glittering costumes.

Danseplaneten’s showdance competition team has consistently ranked among the top in Denmark over the past 6 seasons, performing at prestigious venues such as The Royal Theater and the Opera House.

Contemporary Class delves into the body’s way of storytelling and expressing emotions without words. Additionally, we train in ballet and jazz basic techniques to strengthen students’ talents.

DAVID MARSHALS

David is an ambitious and strong dancer who has always had a love for dance for as long as he can remember. He has attended many different dance studios and completed the dance program at Studio20 in 2023/24. Later on, he began teaching at various dance studios.

What David loves about teaching is seeing his choreography on other dancers and observing how they interpret his material, drawing inspiration from his students. When choreographing, David always aims to challenge both himself and his students.

In David’s classes, you will experience a lot of hip-hop and commercial choreography. You will get a sense of groove, footwork, performance, and an R&B vibe.

DAVID MARSHALS

David is an ambitious and strong dancer who has had a passion for dance for as long as he can remember. He has attended various dance studios and completed his dance education at Studio20 23/24. Later on, he began teaching at different dance studios.

What David loves about teaching is seeing his choreography on other dancers and observing how they interpret his material, which often inspires him. When David choreographs, he always aims to challenge both himself and his students.

In David’s classes, you can expect a lot of hip hop and commercial choreography. You’ll experience plenty of groove, footwork, performance, and an R&B vibe.

DENISHA MENDOZA

Denisha is a passionate dancer who loves to bring full energy to her choreographies. She is about to complete her second dance program, as she loves exploring different styles. This is reflected in her choreographies, where she draws inspiration from each style.

Therefore, you can expect both commercial styles and a good dose of hip-hop foundation in her choreographies, which she loves to experiment with.

As a teacher, Denisha places great importance on ensuring that everyone feels seen and comfortable in her classes. It’s essential to her that students leave her classes feeling like they’ve had fun and learned something new at the same time.

DENISHA MENDOZA

Denisha is a passionate dancer who loves bringing full energy to her choreographies. She is currently finishing her second dance education, driven by her love for exploring different styles. This enthusiasm is reflected in her choreography, where she draws inspiration from each genre.

As a result, you can expect a blend of commercial styles and a solid foundation in hip hop, which she enjoys experimenting with.

As a teacher, Denisha places great emphasis on ensuring everyone feels seen and comfortable in her classes. It’s important to her that students leave her sessions feeling they’ve had fun and learned something new.

EDDY NINI

Eddy is a young, ambitious and dedicated choreographer and dancer. He is one of the very few, who has won anything that can be won.

Eddy is known for his outstanding skills as a freestyle dancer and is one of the very best in Denmark. Among other things, he has won a European Championship (both Competition and Battle) and a World Cup.

In Denmark, together with his former classes, he has won the Kaufmann Cup for four consecutive years. With his students, Eddy will focus on developing their technique and giving them performance attitudes.

GABRIELLE VAN BEECK

Gabrielle is 23 years old. Dance is an indispensable part of her life, and she has been dancing since she was young. She has been teaching for about 4 years, working with both competition teams and very young dancers.

Gabrielle has danced in various musicals, shows, and music videos. Her teaching is centered around expressing oneself through dance and developing both motor and musical skills. It’s extremely important to her that the excitement and creativity of dance are shared among students, creating a flow of positive energy.

Gabrielle approaches her classes with a smile and ensures that everyone feels welcome. She always adapts her teaching to suit her students and challenges them in the right ways. Most importantly, she ensures that they leave her classes feeling great and having had a fantastic time!

EDDY NINI

Eddy is a young, ambitious and dedicated choreographer and dancer. He is one of the very few, who has won anything that can be won.

GABRIELLE VAN BEECK

Gabrielle is 23 years old and dance is an indispensable part of her life; she has been dancing since she was young. She has been teaching for about 4 years, working with both competition teams and very young dancers.

Gabrielle has danced in various musicals, shows, and music videos. Her teaching is centered around expressing oneself through dance and developing both motor skills and musicality. It’s extremely important to her that the fun and creativity of dance are shared experiences, creating a flow of positive energy.

Gabrielle approaches her classes with a smile and values creating a welcoming environment. She always adapts her teaching to her students, challenging them in the right ways. Above all, she ensures that they leave her classes having had a great time!

ISABELL LIPPERT

Isabel is a cheerful and welcoming instructor who has been dancing since she was 3 years old. She has been a competitive dancer for many years, representing Denmark at the European and World Championships in hip hop, show dance, and disco. In addition to trying other styles, she has chosen to focus on hip hop and girly styles in recent years.

Isabel has credits including work with Outlandish, Medina, Topgunn, and Kesi, and has performed on TV, as well as at the Zulu Awards, X-Factor DK, Tivoli, Bakken, and CPH Fashion Week, among others. She lived in Los Angeles for 9 months, training with some of the best, where she honed her skills and gathered a wealth of inspiration.

Isabel is very pedagogical and prioritizes making everyone feel welcome in her classes, aiming to create a positive atmosphere where there is room to have fun and grow. She looks forward to sharing her passion with both young and adult dancers alike!

ISABELL LIPPERT

Isabel is a cheerful and welcoming instructor who has been dancing since the age of 3. She has been a competitive dancer for many years and has represented Denmark at European and World Championships in hip hop, showdance, and disco. Additionally, she has explored other styles but has focused on hip hop and girly styles in recent years.

Isabel’s credits include performances with Outlandish, Medina, Topgunn, Kesi, and appearances on television at events such as Zulu Awards, X-Factor DK, Tivoli, Bakken, and Copenhagen Fashion Week, among others. She spent 9 months living in Los Angeles, training among the best dancers, which enhanced her skills and brought back a wealth of inspiration.

As an instructor, Isabel is highly pedagogical and prioritizes creating a welcoming atmosphere where everyone can have fun and develop. She is eager to share her passion with dancers of all ages!

KATRINE TVERMOSE

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KATRINE TVERMOSE

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KEZIA ZACHARIASSEN

Kezia is a versatile dancer who has been dancing since childhood. Her primary style is Hip Hop, but she also draws a lot of inspiration from other styles such as House and Afro. Kezia graduated from Hotstepper Dance Education in 2024, gaining even more knowledge and skills to add to her versatility.

Kezia has extensive teaching experience, having taught both in the Faroe Islands and in Denmark. She has taught children and adults alike.

Kezia aims to teach versatile choreography classes, ensuring that sessions are never dull and always offer something new to learn. Her priority is that participants take away something valuable and enjoy themselves in her classes. She wants the next generations to love dance as much as she does and aims to spread positive vibes through her teaching.

KEZIA ZACHARIASSEN

Kezia is a versatile dancer who has been dancing since childhood. Her primary style is Hip Hop, but she also draws inspiration from other genres such as House and Afro. Kezia graduated from Hotstepper Dance Education in 2024, further enhancing her knowledge and skills to add to her versatility.

With extensive teaching experience, Kezia has taught both in the Faroe Islands and in Denmark, instructing children and adults alike.

Kezia’s classes focus on versatile choreography, ensuring sessions are never dull and always offering something new to learn. Her priority is that participants take away something valuable and enjoy themselves during her classes.

She hopes to inspire the next generation to love dance as much as she does and aims to spread positive vibes through her teaching.

LAURA SUND

Laura Sund is a 20-year-old dancer, choreographer, and model based in Copenhagen. With over 12 years of dance experience, Laura has already taught workshops across Denmark and several countries in Europe despite her young age. She has choreographed various concept videos, dance shows, and fashion shows, and worked as a dancer at major events and gatherings with some of Denmark’s top choreographers. Additionally, Laura has achieved gold medals in various national and international Hip Hop competitions such as the Kaufmann Cup, HHI (Hip Hop International), and UDO DK/EM (UDO Denmark/European Masters).

Laura prioritizes versatility in her dance practice, which is why she engages in many different styles to enhance and challenge her own quality and repertoire in dance. She has experience in styles such as Hip Hop, Girly, Heels, House, Afro, Experimental/Modern, and Freestyle.

As a person, Laura is positive, optimistic, and always ready to spread good vibes. She is dedicated, creative, hardworking, professional, and always up for a challenge.

LAURA SUND

Laura Sund is a 20-year-old dancer, choreographer, and model based in Copenhagen. With over 12 years of dance experience, Laura has achieved a lot despite her young age. She has conducted workshops across Denmark and several countries in Europe. Laura has choreographed various concept videos, dance shows, and fashion shows, and has worked as a dancer at major events and gatherings under some of Denmark’s top choreographers. Additionally, Laura has achieved gold medals in various national and international Hip-Hop competitions such as Kaufmann Cup, HHI, and UDO DK/EM.

Laura values versatility in her dance practice, which is why she practices and excels in a wide range of styles to enhance and challenge her own quality and repertoire. She has experience in styles including Hip-Hop, Girly, Heels, House, Afro, Experimental/Modern, and Freestyle.

As a person, Laura is positive, optimistic, and always ready to spread good vibes. She is dedicated, creative, hardworking, professional, and thrives on challenges.

MALIK KIRAL

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MALIK KIRAL

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MARIA STUMBECK

Maria-C has over 20 years of experience as an international dancer, choreographer, and presenter.

For several years, Maria-C was an officially signed Nike Athlete and Face of Nike Europe. She has taught at the largest and most prestigious dance and fitness conventions worldwide.

Maria-C helps you develop your own personal style and shape your identity as a dancer while challenging you on technique, aesthetics, and physicality. Most importantly, it’s all about having fun.

“Everyone can dance” is Maria-C’s motto.

MARIA STUMBECK

Maria-C has over 20 years of experience as an international dancer, choreographer, and presenter.

For a number of years, Maria-C was an official Nike Athlete and Face of Nike Europe.

She has taught at the largest and most renowned dance and fitness conventions globally. Maria-C helps you develop your own personal style and shape your identity as a dancer, while challenging you on technique, aesthetics, and physicality. Most importantly, it should be fun.

“Everyone can dance” is Maria-C’s motto.

MARIE LOUISE HANSEN

Marie-Louise is an outgoing and smiling girl who is passionate about growth. Dance is a universe where there’s room to be oneself and evolve at one’s own pace and in one’s own way. Dance has been a part of her everyday life since she was very young, teaching her a great deal along the way.

She strives to pass on what she has learned from dance to her students. Marie-Louise is a former competitive dancer, having won the Danish Championships in hip hop and participated in the European and World Championships. After her competitive years, her dance focus shifted more towards performance, including appearances on TV and in music videos.

At Danseplaneten, Marie-Louise will be teaching MGP, Hip Hop, and Girly. In her classes, she guarantees a lively atmosphere, and she is very excited to start her second season at Danseplaneten.

MARIE LOUISE HANSEN

Marie-Louise is an outgoing and cheerful girl who is passionate about personal development. Dance is a universe where there is room to be oneself and grow at one’s own pace and in one’s own way. Dance has been a part of her daily life since she was very young, teaching her valuable lessons. She strives to pass on what she has learned from dance to her students.

Marie-Louise is a former competitive dancer, having won the Danish Championships in hip hop and participated in European and World Championships. After her competitive years, her focus shifted more towards performance, including appearances on TV and in music videos, as well as teaching at a dance school in Ballerup.

At Danseplaneten, she will be teaching MGP, Hip Hop, and Girly. In her classes, she promises a lively and enjoyable experience, and she is looking forward to starting her second season at Danseplaneten.

MARTIN DAUGAARD

Martin has danced competitively throughout most of his career, achieving multiple gold medals, including winning Denmark Danser 2022 with his team, The Team. As a competition instructor, he has achieved similar success, with his teams consistently ranking in the top 3 at both HHU (Hip Hop Unite) and HHI (Hip Hop International), as well as winning the Kaufmann Cup and becoming European champions.

Martin has appeared in various shows and commercials, and has performed on the grand Eurovision stage. He has taught both domestically and internationally and is now entering his 2nd season at Danseplaneten.

In Martin’s classes, you can expect to be greeted with high spirits and lots of energy. He has a great passion for helping his students develop while ensuring they have fun at the same time.

MARTIN DAUGAARD

Martin has danced competitively throughout most of his career, achieving several gold medals, including winning Denmark Danser 2022 with his team, The Team. As a competition instructor, he has enjoyed similar success, with his teams consistently ranking in the top 3 at both HHU and HHI, and winning the Kaufmann Cup as well as becoming European champions.

Martin has appeared in various shows, commercials, and even graced the grand Eurovision stage. He has taught dance both domestically and internationally and is now entering his 2nd season at Danseplaneten.

In Martin’s classes, you can expect high spirits and lots of energy. He is deeply passionate about helping his students develop while ensuring they have a great time.

REBEKKA BJERRE

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REBEKKA BJERRE

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SAMUEL LUTAAYA

Samuel is 26 years old and has experience with nearly all styles of dance, but his heart is particularly drawn to Hip Hop and Afro styles.

He began teaching in 2015 and has since taught many forms of dance. Over the years, he has participated in numerous performances, fashion shows, and live TV events, both on stage and as a choreographer.

He completed his dance education at Hostepper, danced at Flow Dance Academy, and performed for Danish singer Christopher and Branco. Additionally, he has danced for Redbull and Soundbox.

SAMUEL LUTAAYA

Samuel is 26 years old and has explored nearly every dance style, but it’s Hip Hop and Afro that are closest to his heart.

He began teaching in 2015 and has since instructed in various forms of dance. Over the years, he has participated in numerous performances, fashion shows, and live TV appearances, both on stage and as a choreographer.

Samuel completed his dance education at Hostepper, danced at Flow Dance Academy, and performed with Danish artists such as Christopher and Branco. He has also danced for brands like Redbull and Soundbox.

SOFIE ANCKER JØRGENSEN

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SOFIE ANCKER JØRGENSEN

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THOMAS HEGNET

Thomas is a young dancer who has been with Danseplaneten for many years. He has danced on various competition teams and holds titles as both Danish champion and world champion. Thomas is dedicated and passionate about dance and teaching, and his commitment is undeniable.

In the 23/24 season, Thomas completed Hotstepper Dance Education, further honing his skills in dance. In other words, Thomas is ready to share a wealth of knowledge and experience with others.

Thomas has experienced a variety of opportunities in the dance world, from competitions to performing at private events and taking the stage at major venues, including the Eurovision stage.

THOMAS HEGNET

Thomas is a young dancer who has been with Danseplaneten for many years now. He has danced on various competition teams and holds titles as both Danish and World Champion. Thomas is not to be underestimated; he is a dedicated and passionate dancer and instructor.

In the 23/24 season, Thomas completed Hotstepper Dance Education, further honing his dance skills. In other words, Thomas is ready to impart his knowledge and teach effectively.

Thomas has experienced a wide range of opportunities in the dance world, from competitions to performing at private events and on grand stages such as the Eurovision stage.