LEARN RUSSIAN AND CONQUER THE KARELIAN WATERS!

Russian Stormy Waters Cup and the rafting tour in Karelia

It goes without saying that nowadays 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is the only talk of the town. But of course the Cup is justa drop in the sea of plenty sport events to take place in Russia this year. Have you heard about the Russian «Stormy Waters» Championship?  Extremely eventful and colorful event is going to take place from 18 till 20 of May in Karelia. Students coming to learn Russian language in Petrozavodsk this spring are really lucky!

Karelia from another angle: extreme events gather sportsmen from the largest Russian cities

What is Stormy Waters Championship? It is a freestyle race that takes place on the most powerful Karelian rivers – Shuya, Suna  and  Vodla. Each sportsman is free to choose kayak or canoe to perform a number of elements in extremely turbulent water for 45-60 seconds.  Each element is given a certain number of points discussed by the judges.  Spectacular water storm of bright lifejackets and huge waves!

Karelia is a perfect spot for extreme water sports. Why?

The crack of a matter is in the great importance of Karelian rivers. They play a significant role for the  Russian energetic system. There are 16 hydroelectric power stations in Karelia. 3 chains of power plants produce more than 3 701.6 million kilowatt-hour! To find a perfect “playspot” the organizers of a Championship had been assessing the “highest and fastest wave” and the one was found in Karelian village Tivdya. The water conditions here allow sportsmen to complete a great number of elements and as a result the Championship has been taking place here since 2009.

Learn Russian and conquer the Karelian waters!

Probably this Stormy Waters Championship is of high interest for professional sportsmen. But what about other people ready to become a real scout for a while and try something a bit crazy? Come to Petrozavodsk to learn Russian language and to take a rafting trip in the land of the fastest rivers and picturesque lakes!
You take Russian language course with professional teachers from 30 of April to May 9 and then you enjoy an incredible 3-day rafting trip, feel the energy of Karelian rivers and lake Onego, taste Russian traditional food made on a bonfire, arrange picnics in the forest, get thrilled by the White nights and meet local nomads and travelers from other countries!

BEST OF THE BEST – FAMOUS SOVIET FOOTBALL PLAYERS

The year 2018 is going to be something special for Russia. World Cup 2018 is an event extensively discussed on the International arena. On 1 of December FIFA 2018 final draw took place in Moscow and now we know the groups and can suggest what teams are going to run the show. If you’ve already bought your tickets to Russia you might probably want to learn Russian language and be familiar with Russian football history. In this regard Enjoy Russian school tells you about:

5 legendary Soviet football players which names are known to every Russian

1. Lev Yashin. A goalkeeper who considered to be the legend of football history. He won the Olympic football tournament of 1956 and the first European Championship held in 1960. His entire career was devoted to Dinamo (Moscow) and the team won the USSR championship 5 times. He received Golden ball (Ballon d’Or) in 1963 and remains the only goalkeeper ever received this award.

2. Vladimir Bessonov. Ukrainian football player who played for the USSR national team. He won about 80 competitions and later became the coach of Ukrainian team. In 1988 he won Gold medal on the Summer Olympics.

3. Albert Shesternyov. Moscow SCKA player and a member of the Soviet National team. Known as Ivan the Terrible, he became a captain of his team at only 21 years old. In 1970 he became the footballer of the year.

4. Igor Netto. Back in childhood Igor was fond of hockey but his destiny brought him another role. He was famous for “being a gentlemen” when on field after one situation happened in 1962. He was a Soviet team captain and insisted on not counting the goal from Uruguay team (because the goal was kicked through the net hole).

5. Oleg Blokhin. The only Soviet footballer who played more than 100 games and netted about 400 goals. He was the strongest forward of all times and became a footballer of the year 3 times.

World Cup 2018 is going to take place in 11 Russian cities. Take chance to visit Petrozavodsk where you can not only learn Russian with Enjoy Russian school but also to play football at one of the city venues!