JUDGES

• Vice President IDO
• IDO Competition Development Director
• IDO Festival Director
• FIDS Vice-President / Federazione Italiana Danza Sportiva /

President of SAPO-Srpska Asocija Plesnih Organizacija
Chairperson Para dance -Europe в IDO – International Dance Organization

• Maria Elena began with a strict foundation of Ballet from a very young age in Perugia.
• Participant in sport dancing achieving several national titles in various disciplines.
• Holder of 4 World Cups sport dancing.
• Choreographer on “Ballando con le Stelle” and dancer in several TV shows.
• International IDO judge.
• Artistic director of the school New Academy D&D.

Academic Krasimira Koldamova,

Prima ballerina and pedagogue.

Krasimira Koldamova graduates from the State Ballet School in Sofia and later specializes at the Bolshoi Theatre school. She is a protegé of prima ballerina Lily Beron. She begins her career at the Sofia Opera. Krasimira Koldamova is one of the creators of the ballet “Arabesque.” She has performed over 60 roles in 70 productions and has toured worldwide, including being a prima ballerina with the French “Grand Ballet Classique.”
Krasimira Koldamova has danced on the stages of numerous international theaters. She has toured in Europe, Asia, Africa, Central and Latin America as a prima ballerina with the Sofia Opera; as an étoile with “Ballet Contemporain” (France 1968-1969); étoile with “Grand Ballet Classique de France” (1972-73); étoile with “Horevdrum Elinik” (Greece, 1973). She has danced and is familiar with the entire classical ballet repertoire, performing over 60 roles in 70 productions. She has served on the jury of international ballet competitions in New York (1984, 1987, 1990); Paris (1984); Ulgat, France (1986); Osaka (1991, 1995); Jackson (1994); Moscow (2007), as well as multiple times at the International Ballet Competition – Varna. She has been a teacher in Japan (1985, 1989); Italy (1990); Greece (1991, 1992). She has taught four graduating classes at the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts (1992, 1995, 2007, 2010). She was the artistic director of the State Choreographic School (1984-88). She has also played roles in cinema, including the film “We Were Young” by Binka Zhelyazkova and the ballet films “Poets of Dance” by Lyudmil Staykov and “The Doll” by Mikhail Pandurski. She is one of the creators of the ballet “Arabesque” (1967). She established the “Ballet Studio for Discovering and Developing Talent” (1991). As a director and choreographer in recent years, she has created ballet productions for children and youth. Currently, she works in the ballet studios at the “Petar Beron 1926” community center in Sofia.

Born in 1988 in Loznica, Serbia
During his education in the middle ballet school “Lui Davičo“ he was pointed out as one the few most talented students in school history.
2005 he’s becoming – TAZ (Tanz Akademie Zurich) scholarship holder.

Since 2009 he has been a steady member as a dancer in the National Theatre of Serbia in Belgrade where he has been participating in complete classical ballet and modern repertoar.
2010 he became a member of BDC ( Bitef Dance Company) in Belgrade as a contemporary dancer ,where he also works as a house choreographer.

His BDC highlighted choreographing performances Dunjaluk (2016) Macbeth (2017) Animal farm (2022) The Building of Skadar (2023)
In Serbia he has been awarded for the best dancer 2022 “Smiljana Mandukić”award and 2017 for the best contemporary dance choreographer with the most prestigious “Dimitrije Parlić”award.
For the “ Ballet centenary “ celebration in Belgrade, he staged the ballet “Bird Don’t Fold Your Wings” with the National Ballet of Serbia.
Actively is doing pedagogical work as a guest contemporary dance teacher ,with the academies across the Europe and USA.

Works as a soloist dancer and as an assistant of the world renowned choreographer and director of Slovene national theater in Maribor (Slovenia) Edward Clug with whom he has staged ballets in opera’s and theaters such as Bolshoi ballet (Russia) ,Vienna state opera (Austria),Riga national opera (Latvia),Novosibirsk ballet and opera (Russia) ,Zurich opera (Switzerland) Dortmund ballet (Germany) Croatian national ballet (Croatia)

As a drama choreographer he’s working with some of the most recognized directors in drama theaters such as Kokan Mladenović,Dino Mustafić.

Andrijana Petkovski is a distinguished professional ballet dancer at the Macedonian Opera & Ballet, renowned for her exceptional talent. As one of the most awarded choreographers in Macedonia, she has dedicated her life to the world of dance. Andrijana’s journey began in 2004 when she delved into the world of Hip-Hop, establishing herself as a remarkable figure in the field. Notably, she is the visionary founder of the Break A Leg Dance Studio, a testament to her commitment to nurturing new talent. Andrijana’s professional achievements as a dancer have been nothing short of remarkable, featuring numerous solo roles and captivating performances at the National Opera and Ballet. Her talents have transcended borders as she graced the Eurovision Song Contest stage in Helsinki and mesmerized audiences in various theaters across Italy. However, her accomplishments extend beyond her dancing prowess, as she has ventured into the realm of choreography. Since 2010, she has made her mark at the IDO Championships, consistently emerging as a finalist in multiple categories. Andrijana Petkovski’s name is synonymous with excellence, as she has achieved the prestigious titles of World and European Champions in Classical Ballet and Jazz dance. Her passion for dance and unwavering dedication have solidified her reputation as an icon in the world of performing arts.

An international judge at IDO – International Dance Organization
General Secretary at Македонска Асоцијација за Модерни Танци (MAMT)
Organizer at DANCE OFF
Owner/Manager/Choreographer at Eat The Beat – Dance Studio

Dance coach at CST “Silvana Dance” and National Judge.

Съосновател и почетен председател на Българска Спортна Танцова федерация.
Международен съдия към Международна Танцова Организация от 2005 г.
Активно участва в Съюза на артистите в България, като заместник председател на Гилдията на вариететното изкуство и член на Контролната комисия към Управителния съвет на Съюза на артистите в България. Ръководител, хореограф и постановчик на БТШ “Енигма“, “Домино“, “Авангард“ и професионални вариететни балети “Морени“, “Хемус”, “Екстаз”, “Блиц”, “Вираж”.

Professional judge in sports dances affiliated with World Dance Council
• Dance judge
• Judging in Latin American and Standard dances.

Diplomas and certificates
• WDC World Dance Council (London – England) No. 3149083, No. BG-027/ Latin American Branch
• WDC World Dance Council (London – England) No. 2022-12-2345/ Ballroom Branch
• WDC World Dance Council International Adjudicator No. BUL-0121 Ballroom and Latin

Dance coach since 2009 to present
• Works at KST “Ritmika,” Gabrovo, with children and youth
• Choreographs and prepares children and youth for dance competitions.

Bachelor’s Degree – Specialty: Sports Dance Coach, completed in semesters (2009 – 2013)

National Sports Academy “V. Levski,” Sofia
▪ Participation in annual lectures and seminars organized by BFSTC (Bulgarian Federation of Sports Dance Clubs);
▪ MABO training camp, Roma open;
▪ German open training camp, and others.
▪ Medalists from KST Ritmika at German open; Kishinev open; Sofia open; Roma open; Bucuresti Open to the World; Thessaloniki open.
▪ First place in the National Team Individual Championship;
▪ Golden and silver medalists from the National Championship second rank;
▪ Bronze medalists from the National Championship first rank;
▪ Finalists at the World Championship in Austria, and more.
▪ Licensed coach with BFSTC;
▪ Licensed dance teacher with World Dance Council;
▪ BAPST Bulgarian Professional Dance Association; Seminars Awards and Recognitions Page

Съосновател и почетен председател на Българска Спортна Танцова федерация.
Международен съдия към Международна Танцова Организация от 2005 г.
Активно участва в Съюза на артистите в България, като заместник председател на Гилдията на вариететното изкуство и член на Контролната комисия към Управителния съвет на Съюза на артистите в България. Ръководител, хореограф и постановчик на БТШ “Енигма“, “Домино“, “Авангард“ и професионални вариететни балети “Морени“, “Хемус”, “Екстаз”, “Блиц”, “Вираж”.

Хореограф и ръководител на балетна школа КРИЦИЯ, председател на БТО, зам. председател на БСТФ и Национален съдия.

•  Judge for the International Dance Organization (IDO)
• Judge for the Bulgarian Sports Dance Federation (BSDF)
• Coach and choreographer at Dance and Sports club “Sunshines” in Tsarevo, Bulgaria
• Choreographer in the Private school „Sofia” in Sofia /Bulgaria
• Sport dance competitor
• The Оrganizer of the “ Seventh Open Dance Festival “ in Primorsko, Bulgaria

My name is Victoria Ivanova, and I am 21 years old. In 2021, I completed my secondary education at the National School of Dance Arts, specializing in modern dance. Since childhood, I have been captivated by the art of dance, exploring various styles such as jazz, modern dance, dance shows, Latin shows, and folk dances. Over time, dance has become my passion and professional mission. Therefore, in the same year, I started my teaching career at the “Amelia” Dance Studio, where I lovingly share my knowledge and experience.

As a choreographer, my focus is mainly on jazz dance, modern and contemporary techniques, dance shows, musicals, and lyrical dance. In 2022, I became a part of the Bulgarian Sports Dance Federation as a judge, with the opportunity to actively contribute to the development of the dance scene.

Mihaela is a professional dancer, choreographer, and instructor who began dancing in 2004 at the age of 5. She started her dance journey at “Superforma” Children’s Art Gallery, where she was introduced to various styles, including hip-hop, character dances, dance shows, and classical ballet. After spending a year at “Roberta Ballet,” she decided to focus entirely on hip-hop.

Mihaela initially developed her style at the Street Dance School “The Center” and continued to explore hip-hop under the guidance of Victoria Dimitrova – Goldy at the VS Dance studio. Over the years, she regularly attended classes with prominent instructors, participated in workshops, dance academies, and events. She attended numerous workshops with foreign choreographers both in Bulgaria and abroad, taking individual classes and being part of multi-day camps. Since 2019, Mihaela has been an instructor at one of the largest dance schools, Dance Station, where she teaches children up to the age of 12, teenagers, and adult dancers. In 2021, she formed her competitive team, Beast Crew, with which they have won awards in Bulgaria and abroad.

Mihaela’s notable performances in recent years include the opening performance at the Big Circus in Arena Armeec (2019), a showcase at the 359 Hip Hop Awards ceremony (2020), participation in the music video for Dua Lipa’s “Break My Heart” (2020), a performance with Victoria Georgieva at the BG RADIO MUSIC AWARDS (2021), participation as a choreographer and dancer at TEDxVitosha Countdown (2021), an opening showcase at 50Cent’s concert in Sofia (2022), participation in the music video for this year’s representative of Austria at Eurovision – Kaleen – “Put You Down” (2022), and participation in the music video for the participant in X-Factor Bulgaria 2017 – Virginia Sabeva – GINI – “Breath” (2023).

Associate Professor Georgi Sergiev, Ph.D., has been working at the National Sports Academy “Vasil Levski” since 1991. He is a lecturer in artistic gymnastics and sports aerobics. Since 2020, he has been the head of the “Gymnastics” department at NSA.

Prof. Georgi Sergiev graduated from the National Sports Academy “Vasil Levski” in 1989 with specializations in physical education teacher and gymnastics coach. In 2001, he defended his dissertation and obtained the educational and scientific degree of “Doctor.” He is the author of numerous publications presented in national and international scientific journals and conferences.

He has actively contributed to the development of educational materials and guides. Prof. Georgi Sergiev has published a monograph on the issues of technique and methodology of teaching exercises in sports aerobics.

As a lecturer, he participated in two international seminars on sports aerobics in Sofia in 1998 and Athens in 1999. He was also a lecturer at the VI Intercontinental Course for Sports Aerobics Coaches in Sofia in 2003, organized by the International Gymnastics Federation.

Formerly a competitor in artistic gymnastics and sports aerobics, Prof. Sergiev participated in two World Championships in sports aerobics in Tokyo and Paris in 1995. He served as a coach in artistic gymnastics at the A-GYM club at NSA and as a sports aerobics coach in the national team. From 2004 to 2009, he was a consultant to the national team of South Africa in sports aerobics.

Since 1988, he has been a judge of the republican category in artistic gymnastics. In the period 2000-2012, he held the position of an international category judge in three Olympic cycles.

In 1989-1990, Prof. Georgi Sergiev worked as a circus artist, performing as an acrobat on the Russian swing in the circus “Circo di Roma” in Italy, Sicily. As a stunt performer, he participated in productions such as “Julius Caesar,” “Spartacus,” “The Last Legion,” and others.

• Vice President IDO
• IDO Competition Development Director
• IDO Festival Director
• FIDS Vice-President / Federazione Italiana Danza Sportiva /

President of SAPO-Srpska Asocija Plesnih Organizacija
Chairperson Para dance -Europe в IDO – International Dance Organization

• Maria Elena began with a strict foundation of Ballet from a very young age in Perugia.
• Participant in sport dancing achieving several national titles in various disciplines.
• Holder of 4 World Cups sport dancing.
• Choreographer on “Ballando con le Stelle” and dancer in several TV shows.
• International IDO judge.
• Artistic director of the school New Academy D&D.

An international judge at IDO – International Dance Organization
General Secretary at Македонска Асоцијација за Модерни Танци (MAMT)
Organizer at DANCE OFF
Owner/Manager/Choreographer at Eat The Beat – Dance Studio

Alicia Charalambidou-A is a Professional Athlete and a Licensed Physical Educator and Fitness expert in Cyprus as well in Europe and Asia.

She started her sports career as a competitive gymnast at the age of 5 years old, following several competitions abroad representing her native country Cyprus.

She then moved to Hungary and attended Semmelweis University where she got her BA in physical Education and an MA in Dance Studies, at the same time attending a Hungarian Dance Academy where she specialized in modern Dance.

She applied my Ballet, Jazz and Contemporary Commercial Dance skills to broaden her experience in the competitive world. As per today, she is the President of the Cyprus Federation of Sport and Social Dance and she is the proud Founder and Owner of Diversity Wellness & Dance Studio in Nicosia.

She enjoys Teaching and Paving the path of Dance and Fitness to kids in her Dance School and adults at Frederick University where she is part of the sport faculty department.

President in Plesni Savez Crne Gore Judge в IDO – International Dance Organization President в Plesni Klub Habanera Bar, Montenegro

Owner of Dancelife dance studios General Secretary of IDO HELLAS ADJUDICATOR /TRAINER/CHOREOGRAPHER

Dance coach at CST “Silvana Dance” and National Judge.

Съосновател и почетен председател на Българска Спортна Танцова федерация.
Международен съдия към Международна Танцова Организация от 2005 г.
Активно участва в Съюза на артистите в България, като заместник председател на Гилдията на вариететното изкуство и член на Контролната комисия към Управителния съвет на Съюза на артистите в България. Ръководител, хореограф и постановчик на БТШ “Енигма“, “Домино“, “Авангард“ и професионални вариететни балети “Морени“, “Хемус”, “Екстаз”, “Блиц”, “Вираж”.

Dance coach at CST “Silvana Dance” and National Judge.

Съосновател и почетен председател на Българска Спортна Танцова федерация.
Международен съдия към Международна Танцова Организация от 2005 г.
Активно участва в Съюза на артистите в България, като заместник председател на Гилдията на вариететното изкуство и член на Контролната комисия към Управителния съвет на Съюза на артистите в България. Ръководител, хореограф и постановчик на БТШ “Енигма“, “Домино“, “Авангард“ и професионални вариететни балети “Морени“, “Хемус”, “Екстаз”, “Блиц”, “Вираж”.

Хореограф и ръководител на балетна школа КРИЦИЯ, председател на БТО, зам. председател на БСТФ и Национален съдия.

•  Judge for the International Dance Organization (IDO)
• Judge for the Bulgarian Sports Dance Federation (BSDF)
• Coach and choreographer at Dance and Sports club “Sunshines” in Tsarevo, Bulgaria
• Choreographer in the Private school „Sofia” in Sofia /Bulgaria
• Sport dance competitor
• The Оrganizer of the “ Seventh Open Dance Festival “ in Primorsko, Bulgaria