Ksenia Stavrica grew up in Kazan, Russia, where she began dancing at the age of five. She trained and competed in both Latin and Standard ballroom styles, earning recognition for her grace and skill. In 2011, Ksenia was sponsored by the US National Smooth Champion Olga Foraponova to compete in the United States, where she fell in love with American Rhythm. Since then she has made her mark in numerous prestigious competitions across the US.