Dmitriev wanted to continue his competitive career and found a new partner, Oksana Kazakova, in February 1995. They were coached by Moskvina at Yubileyny Sports Palace in Saint Petersburg.
Dmitriev aimed to maintain his competitive status and partnered with Oksana Kazakova in February 1995. Their training was conducted by Moskvina at the Yubileyny Sports Palace in Saint Petersburg.