If you prefer group Russian language lessons to individual course, plan your winter journey to fairy-tale Karelia in February to learn Russian in Russia in a mini-group of 3-6 students of your level.

Studying in a group gives more opportunities to practice Russian in dialogs, improve your speaking skills in discussions and broaden your vocabulary playing games during your Russian classes.

Staring date: Feb, 05, 2018
Duration: 2-4 weeks
Tuition fee: 320 EUR (2 weeks), 640 EUR (4 weeks)
Cultural activities: winter Kizhi island, skiing and picnic in the forest, Russian banya, ice-swimming, cooking and dancing classes, musical theater
performances, dog sledding, etc.

APPLY: https://enjoyrussian.com/courses/standard/
E-mail: info@enjoyrusian.com

LEARN RUSSIAN NUMBERS AND COUNTING WITH ENJOY RUSSIAN SCHOOL

NEW VIDEO! The lesson 6 is about numbers from 0 to 10⚠️ Very important topic. Feel free to pause and repeat after Alina and Jack. Follow the simple rules and you will be able to pronounce the numbers like a native speaker.

100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION

Landmarks and facts you may not now about October revolution of 1917

Learning Russian language in Petrozavodsk students of Enjoy Russian school do not narrow themselves with just Russian grammar exercises and phonetic drills. They talk about art, politics, and history with Russian teachers and each other to learn more about Russia and its society. On the 7th of November people in Russia are going to recall the events of the Great October revolution. In 1918 the Soviet Russia switched to new Gregorian calendar that is why starting with this year the anniversary of October Revolution falls on 7th of November.
Despite the fact the Revolution took place a century ago it remains one of the most discussed topics in modern politics and history. Its contradictive and complex nature with many questions unanswered and mysterious facts unrevealed gives rise to numerous disputes.

The October Revolution chronicle

In March 2017 the emperor Nicholas ll was deposed and the Provisional Government was formed to manage the political situation in the country. On the one hand the Russian monarchy was abolished but every significant change usually takes time. Living through the hard times people were not ready to wait. The army, workers and peasants were extremely dissatisfied with both domestic and foreign politics of the Provisional Government. At list the decision to continue participation in World War l drastically triggered the tidal wave.

At the same time more and more people supported self-formed non-governmental Soviet of Workers’ Deputies sticked up for the reforms and living standard improvement. The armed uprising willing to overthrow the Provisional Government broke out in Petrograd (St. Petersburg) on the night of 25th October. So the Soviet of Workers’ Deputies came into power. All significant city infrastructure objects were occupied. The Provisional Government did not expect that kind of move. By 2 am in the morning all of its members were arrested in the former Emperor’s Palace – Winter Palace.

In the evening of 26 of October the shift of power towards Soviets was proclaimed. Decree of Peace became the first official document of Soviet authorities and implied the start of negotiating process on bringing the War to the end. Vladimir Lenin became the head of the main governmental body, The Council of People’s Commissars.

Facts you may not know about the Russian Revolution

– Russian October Revolution became the first event in the history information about which was transmitting on the radio (Lenin’s address to the peoples of Russia on 26th of October)
– Right after the revolution Norway proposed to award the Nobel Peace Prize to Vladimir Lenin. It was written in the note to the Nobel Committee: “Lenin not only undertakes all possible measures to promote the peace but also takes concrete steps to achieve it.”
– Technically Russian Emperor was not overthrown by someone. He abdicated in favor of his son Alexey and then in favour of brother Michail. In his turn Michail supported the Provisional Government and refused the enthronement.

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Every single historical event deserves hours of discussions simply because it is far more complex than we see it. To get to the crack of a matter one should talk to locals on what they think. To know Russian culture, history and people better seize an opportunity of coming to Petrozavodsk and take Russian lessons with native speaking tutors. Discuss the news, crucial events and interesting topics with volunteers, host family and in the language clubs. Sign up for a course here.

ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE: I TRULY LIKED EVERYTHING!

Judit from Switzerland oh her Russian language course and Russian way of life in Petrozavodsk

The best way to understand whether or not the certain Russian language course meets your expectations is to ask people. Here in Petrozavodsk Enjoy Russian language school students are always ready to share their results and progress in Russian as well as to assess their living in a Russian family and communication with volunteers.

Russian lessons, host family and Russian volunteers

“The content of the language course was excellent. Good study book with the most useful topics. The groups were small so it forced us to speak Russian. I’ve enjoyed our teachers with their games, discussions, etc. very much! I could always ask questions even if they didn’t have anything to do with the topics. The teacher always answered in a satisfying way.

I had a perfect accommodation and the best host mom ever! Super friendly, helpful and communicative, of course we’ll keep in touch! I had a nice and cozy bedroom, perfect learning area with desk and couch. I always felt welcomed.

The Russian volunteers were very nice and helpful. I’ve enjoyed the people very much. They showed us good restaurants and gave us interesting facts about the city.

Administration of the program was excellent. I could always come and ask if something would have been unclear.

Why would you recommend learning Russian at Enjoy Russian language school?

Judit has focused here on  4 main points:

• good learning progress
• motivating atmosphere
• nice city
• friendly and helpful people

And added afterwards: “I truly liked everything!”

Yes, never stop learning the language. Otherwise you’ll eventually find yourself at the point you started with.  And if you are looking for the right course pay attention to the city you are going to stay, teachers’ professionalism and experience and never underestimate the testimonials of students. We believe one of  Enjoy Russian school courses could be a perfect option for you.

Early bird discount for the spring courses!

Apply before Dec, 01 and save from 32 to 192 euro for the tuition fee!
Duration of the program: 2-12 weeks
Cost from 470 euro (2-week group course and homestay with breakfast)
Starting dates: March, 05, April, 02 and 30.

Apply here: https://enjoyrussian.com/apply-standart/
Ask a question: info@enjoyrussian.com

What's in the program:
- Intensive Russian course in a mini-group (40 lessons a week);
- Russian homestay with 1 or 2 meals a day;
- Communication and support of Russian volunteers;
- Celebration of a traditional holiday "Maslenitsa" (March);
- Russian banya and swimming in an ice-hole (March) ;
- Skiing and skating (March);
- Trip to the Kizhi island by snowmobile or a hydrofoil;
- Trip to Velikiy Novgorod
- Visit to Hasky Dog farm and dog-sleigh ride
- Guided tour to the Musical Theatre of the Republic of Karelia backstage;
- Cooking class on Karelian specialities;
- Dancing class “Traditional Karelian dance”
- Celebration of spring and Labor day and Victory day (May)
and lots more! 

Symbols of Russian nature

If you google "Symbols of Russia" you'll find everything - from vodka to Russian Two-headed Eagle. But there is not much about Russian nature and its symbols. It's a pity because if you want to understand Russian symbolism better (in poetry for example) you really need to know what's special for us among trees and flowers, animals and landscape.

This post will help you to understand better poems of the greatest Russian poets and songs of Putin's favorite music band Lyube;)

Берёза (birch)

A symbol of Russian nature and Russian beauty, the birch tree (“bereza” or “berezka” in Russian) has a very special place in the country’s culture. It is a poetic symbol of the feminine, a lyrical image of spring, light and virginal purity. The slender birch brings to mind the image of a humble girl, beautiful,and very Russian.

Ромашка (chamomile)

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5 items you need to arrange perfect Russian New Year’s Eve!

+  some New Year Russian slang

It is typical of Russians to celebrate New Year’s Eve large and loudly. Even 24/7 busy Russian language teachers put away the books and make up their minds to an exciting celebration. Here are top 5 things you better buy before your Russian festive season starts. Why? In order to stay calm, happy and fully enjoy the holiday.

1 Mandarins

Every Russian woman and man knows that mandarins’ smell means New Year is coming. Even though this fruit was popular in Europe for a long time in the USSR people got a chance to taste it only at the beginning of 1960s. Since November is considered to be a very season for mandarins, people in Russia usually buy it in December and never forget to leave some for New Year’s dinner.

2 Special Soviet champagne  

NOTICE: it’s not that kind of champagne produced in France, it is special Russian brand. Back to the USSR the Soviet government made winemakers to invent something similar but affordable for everyone and since that time almost all Russians buy this “Soviet Champagne” bottles for 31 of December.

3 Mayonnaise

That sauce is extremely important for all kind of dishes. You may need 1 kg, or maybe 2 or 3 to cook all the salads. Yes, that much! Russians like it a lot and add to almost every New Year treat. For example, it is number one ingredient for Olivier salad, which remains a symbol for Russian New Year for a long time so far.

4 Bengal Lights (tiny sparklers)

Also must-have thing during holiday season. These colored and bright flames are magnificent not only for Russian kids but for their parents too. Even though to use them you should be aware of safety measures Russians can hardly imagine celebration without it.

5 Tinsels (as many as possible!)

Russians love decorating houses and gardens and use different techniques and styles here. But honestly, even those who doesn’t want to spend much time on decorating always put some tinsels around the flat. To be honest some Russians keep them all year roundJ
And as promised, the piece of Russian slang you may use to congratulate your friend or stranger at the streets of Russian cities (teens are more preferable):

-  Будь на хайпе и чтобы всё было бэнч! [bud' na khaype i chtoby vso bylo bench] – which means:  Stay trendy and let everything be ok!

If you want to celebrate New Year 2018 in a Russian style, feel free to choose our special individual course and come to Petrozavodsk! Not only to learn Russian, but also to get familiar with the Russian festive traditions!