Meet the Team

Jordan Frisbee &
Tatiana Mollmann

Jordan Frisbee and Tatiana Mollmann have been a successful partnership for 22 years. They are 11-Time US Open Champions, as well as having 20 US Open Titles each. They are 7-time NASDE Champions, and Multi-Grand National Champions, as well as dominating the Classic Division for many years. At the UCWDC World's event they were given the Star Award for the Couple with the Most Impact on Swing, and Jordan won Best Swing Choreographer.

Jordan and Tatiana have won Fox TV's "30 Seconds to Fame," appeared twice on CBS TV's "Star Search," danced in the motion capture film "Polar Express," won "America's Best Dance Couple" on ABC TV's "Good Morning America," had principal roles in the movie "Love N' Dancing," and danced in the LeAnn Rimes Music Video "Swinging." They travel 47 out of 52 weekends per year, performing, teaching packed workshops, and judging. They also have choreographed for some of the top dancers in Latin, Ballroom, Salsa, Bachata and the Zouk world. They are Certified Teachers in the Golden State Dance Teachers Association.

Ibirocay AlsÉN

This man has explored many dance forms, including Latin folklore, hip-hop, flamenco, jazz, and ballet, before finding his passion in salsa. As a salsa professional, he traveled the world, taught, performed, and won three silver medals at the World Salsa Championships. With 25 years of teaching experience, he discovered WCS in 2001 through VHS tapes and became deeply interested after watching YouTube videos. He started learning WCS in 2008, competing in 2012, and was the first Nordic dancer to reach the All-Star division. Since 2010, he has taught WCS, organized events in Sweden, hosted weekly classes, and traveled internationally to share his knowledge and passion.

Ibi has supported Winter White since its first trial year in 2013. Despite his busy schedule with events and family the last few years, we are fortunate to have him return. This time, he will be teaching with Irina Puzanova and serving as the MC for the event.

Semion has been dancing since he was eight, starting with ballroom, moving to social dancing, and finally to West Coast Swing, where he is known for his musicality and partner connection.

Maria began dancing in 2007, falling in love with social partner dances in 2008. She started with hustle/discofox and salsa, dedicating four years to these styles before being captivated by West Coast Swing, which she loves the versatility of the dance, bringing new emotions, options for musicality and styling to every dance.

Together, Semion and Maria emphasize technique, musicality, and connection in West Coast Swing. They value the communication between partners and aim to help their students discover this fun aspect of the dance. Their philosophy is that care and attention are the best gifts partners can offer each other in the dance.

Semion Ovsiannikov &
Maria Elizarova

We're thrilled to welcome back a queen of the European scene who has influenced many as one of our first champions. Irina started dancing at 7, mastering Ballroom, Belly Dancing, Jazz, Hustle, Discofox, Salsa, Bachata, and WCS. She turned her focus to West Coast Swing in 2010, learning from the best and becoming a successful competitor. She’s the first Russian dancer to reach the All-Star division and earn Champion points.

When teaching, she’s demanding and encouraging in just the right proportion. Irina has traveled all around the world, dancing, teaching, and competing in over 30 cities across 15 countries. Most importantly, she’s a passionate social dancer, so don’t hesitate to ask her for a dance!

Irina Puzanova

Igor Pitangui
& Alexi Maire

Igor Pitangui & Alexia Maire are an internationally acclaimed West Coast Swing couple known for their powerful connection, musical creativity, and dynamic presence on and off the floor.

Igor, originally from Brazil, brings a rich background in classical, jazz, and Brazilian dance, while Alexia, born and raised in France, blends ballet, hip-hop, and jazz influences into her movement. Together, they’ve become a force in the global WCS community—teaching, performing, and inspiring dancers across Europe and beyond.

As competitors, they’ve earned top placements at major international events including the French Open and Global Grand Prix. As teachers, they are known for blending strong fundamentals with artistry, musicality, and emotional depth—empowering students to dance not just with technique, but with heart.

Whether on stage or in the classroom, Igor & Alexia bring a unique fusion of elegance, strength, and soul that leaves a lasting impression.

Leo Nguyen

Leo brings a unique blend of style, precision, and artistic expressionto our Community. Originally from Vietnam, he moved to Germany at 16 and has beenshaping his dance journey ever since.  Starting Hip-Hop at the age of 13, Leo quickly made a name for himself, earning multipleGerman and South German championship titles over seven consecutive years. Hisexpertise extends beyond performance—he is also a respected judge, choreographer forvarious artists and musicals, and a sought-after instructor.  In 2018, he discovered West Coast Swing, adding another dimension to his dancerepertoire. Now, he actively competes, teaches, and shares his passion for movementacross different styles. Beyond dance, Leo captures the energy and artistry of the scenethrough his work as a photographer at numerous events, bringing a fresh perspectiveboth on and off the floor.

Ardena Gojani began her dance journey with ballroom in 2009 in the U.S., and two years later, she discovered West Coast Swing—and was instantly hooked. In 2012, she moved to Norway, never imagining that WCS would become the center of her life.

Over the past 15 years, Ardena has played a key role in growing the Norwegian WCS community while traveling the world to teach, learn, and evolve as a dancer. Along the way, her healing journey led her to yoga and mindfulness, reshaping how she approaches dance—from the inside out.

In a world that often lives in the head, Ardena’s passion is to bring dancers back to their hearts. Her teaching blends grounded technique with emotional connection, reminding students to move from a place of love, joy, and presence.

In her classes, you’ll go on a journey—deepening your understanding of West Coast Swing while reconnecting with your body, your spirit, and the fullness of life.

Ardena Gojani Neumayr

HEAD DJ
Justin Petersen

Justin Petersen is a highly sought-after WCS DJ based in Europe, renowned for his ability to keep dancers moving all night long. Residing in London, he has honed his DJing skills in diverse environments. Despite his home base in England, Justin's busy schedule is filled with WCS events around the globe. Whether it's in Europe, Asia, Oceania, or the US, he is always on the go, sharing his exceptional musical talents with dancers everywhere. Not only does he bring great music, but also a positive energy and a contagious smile to every event he attends.