Aleksandr Koynov

Aleksandr is a professional dancer and instructor, a certified Graham Technique teacher from Moscow, who graduated from MIU’s Graham Teacher Training programme in 2022 and is an MIU Associate. Since then, he has taught and performed in his homeland, inspiring others by sharing his passion for Graham at the most esteemed dance institutions.

He holds a Higher Professional Education degree from the prestigious Orel State Institute of Arts and Culture, graduating in 2008 as a certified Artistic Director and Dance Instructor specializing in ensemble choreography and stage performance. Aleksandr’s early career was shaped by elite national institutions; he performed as a ballet dancer for the Orel State Theatre for Children and Youth "Free Space", the Song and Dance Ensemble of the Russian Air Force, and the Kutuzov Academic Choir of Russian Song “Songs of Russia”, where he seamlessly integrated classical training with powerful ensemble dynamics.

An artist of immense versatility and physical mastery, Aleksandr has graced the grandest ceremonial stages in the world. Notably, he performed at the historic FIFA 2018 World Cup Opening Ceremony at Luzhniki Stadium and the legendary "Spasskaya Bashnya" Military Music Festival on Red Square. His extensive portfolio spans major international sports openings—including the UIPM and IFSC World Championships—as well as high-profile cultural events. A frequent guest artist at the State Kremlin Palace, he has performed in landmark events including the Anna Netrebko Invites Gala Concert, the 100 Years of Russian Civil Aviation Gala, and numerous high-profile national awards ceremonies. Aleksandr’s magnetic presence has also been captured widely across television and media, with featured appearances on Dancing with the Stars, NTV's Central Television, and major theatrical productions including the musicals Viy and The Master and Margarita.

What makes Aleksandr truly unique as an MIU faculty member is how he synthesizes this extraordinary, large-scale performance background with the rigorous architecture of the Graham technique. His deep understanding of contraction, release, weight, and spiral allows him to bring a profound sense of drama, athletic power, and precision to his pedagogy. Remaining at the absolute forefront of the current performing arts scene with active high-profile credits into 2026, he teaches students how to command space with ultimate confidence.

Aleksandr is an incredibly dynamic and inspiring instructor; his bright, rigorous energy is a delight to any student. We are so thrilled to celebrate his journey and welcome his immense expertise back to the MIU family. It is pure joy to watch our graduates flourish, and we genuinely want to share his invaluable gift, technical mastery, and vibrant artistic power with you all from anywhere you are in the world.