Born in Ukraine, Maks has been dancing since he was 4 years old. Before immigration, he was one of the leading junior couples in his home country. Immigration was very hard for Maks' family due to financial difficulties and language barriers. Maks' passion and love for dance caused him to get past all these major obstacles. During his dance career, Maks became one of the top Latin American dancers in the world. He won numerous competitions worldwide and represented the United States at countless world class championships. Maks is currently ranked 7th in the world among professional dancers.

Max is the proud owner of Rising Stars Dance Academy, one of the leading dance studios for kids and young adults in the United States and the world. Rising Stars Dance Academy is a home to national and international champions known throughout the world. Max is one of the creators and on the board of directors of Dance Team USA, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing opportunities to American Youth in mind, body, and spirit. He recently opened up "Dance with Me," an up-and-coming social dance studio for adults.