KEEP CALM AND VOLUNTEER IN RUSSIA!

Non-stop Russian language practice at spring Business Camp in Petrozavodsk

Would you agree that language learning becomes even more exciting when it’s connected with some interesting activities? For instance, students of Enjoy Russian school are always free to choose “Russian and Volunteer” program and come to Petrozavodsk to find friends (or even fans) among Russian teenagers and children. Two weeks ago we had here a project “My first Startup”. Kids had to choose the recipe and open the restaurant by themselves.  We must admit the participants were carried away not only by the tasks, they were also very happy to see such amazing guests as our student and volunteer Jagger!

Jagger about pizza-making and kids’ enthusiasm

 I am studying Russian at Enjoy Russian, and was lucky enough to be offered the chance to take part in the Initiative centre’s week-long camp. The theme was world cuisine and enterprise. The children and teenagers taking part had some really creative ideas, I was impressed by their enthusiasm. We even got to see behind the scenes at dodo pizza!

The highlight for me was the final day, when everyone gathered to present their projects in Dodo pizza. Each group prepared some dishes, made promotional posters and some even dressed up (the Chinese dress and Italian moustaches were fab!). Each group performed a promotional speech, explaining their inspiration and the features of their chosen cuisines. I especially liked the Chinese restaurant group’s acting!

I was glad to see that some students were extremely keen to practice English as well as becoming budding chefs and entrepreneurs. My favourite English slogan was Little Italy’s “ugly but tasty”, which perfectly described the tiramisu and their boosted sales!

It was a pleasure to take part, well done to everyone who contributed!

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Thank you, Jagger, for the emotions and the opportunity to practice English constantly! And if you want to inspire the young generation as Jagger did sign up for the program and come to Petrozavodsk!