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Ivan Koumaev

Ivan Koumaev

Hip-hop and experimental hip-hop-influenced movement · Adrenaline faculty since 2019

Ivan Koumaev biography

Ivan Koumaev birthplace:
Khabarovsk, Russia, Asia
Pronouns:
He/Him
Joined team:
2019
Dance training:
Began dancing in Seattle, Washington, at age 13 before moving to Los Angeles at 16.

Born in Khabarovsk, Russia, Ivan Koumaev immigrated to the United States with his family in 1996 and settled in Seattle, Washington. He discovered his love of music and dance at 13, then moved to Los Angeles at 16 to pursue a career in live performance and production. A Nike industrial became his first professional job shortly after he arrived. He later reached the top six on Season 2 of So You Think You Can Dance and joined the show’s tour.

What to bring to an Ivan Koumaev dance class

  • Comfortable athletic sneakers
  • Baggy/oversized attire (athletic pants, sweats, big T-Shirts, sweatshirts)
  • Kneepads

Ivan Koumaev dance styles

Primary dance styles:
Hip-hop and experimental hip-hop-influenced movement

Koumaev is known for crisp, athletic movement that combines precise execution with strength, agility and individual expression. His classes are rooted in hip-hop culture while encouraging dancers to approach the choreography with openness and personality. Students can expect physically demanding, detail-focused training, and he recommends comfortable athletic sneakers, loose or oversized clothing and kneepads.

Ivan Koumaev choreography and dance career highlights

Choreography credits:
Khalid, Big Time Rush and Justin Timberlake
Performance credits:
Justin Timberlake, Chris Brown, Usher, Justin Bieber and Ne-Yo; Rock of Ages, Footloose, Step Up 3-D and the first three Trolls films; commercial work for Pepsi, Nike and Rémy Martin
Teaching and convention experience:
Adrenaline and Revive faculty since 2019; international events, workshops and conventions for dancers of all ages
Awards and career achievements:
Top-six finalist on Season 2 of So You Think You Can Dance; two world tours with Justin Timberlake; Super Bowl halftime show performer

Ivan Koumaev choreographer credits include projects with Khalid, Big Time Rush and Justin Timberlake, building on a career spanning major tours, music videos, feature films, commercials and high-profile live broadcasts. His work with Justin Timberlake includes two world tours, several music videos and a Super Bowl halftime show, while his performance résumé also includes appearances at the Oscars, Grammys, VMAs, BET Awards, BRIT Awards and Emmys. He now combines ongoing commercial dance work with choreography, direction and convention teaching.

You can also find Ivan Koumaev on Revive Dance Convention.

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Ivan Koumaev latest news and updates

For current class clips, creative work and professional updates, follow Ivan through his official Instagram profile.