Russian Village

Is it safe to visit Russia?
Despite existing misconceptions, visiting Moscow is no more dangerous than visiting Amsterdam or Milan. The number of robberies is no higher than in other major cities all over the world. As for the Russian Village, it guarantees your personal safety and the safe keeping of your belongings as long as you stay at the educational center.

Is it cold in Russia?
The answer varies depending on what part of Russia you visit. In the north winters are very cold indeed (but not in summer). In the south, in Sochi, for instance, the climate is subtropical - warm all year round. Since Moscow is situated in the óentral or European part of Russia, the climate is about the same as in the Central and Continental Europe. As for the Russian Village, the atmosphere here will help you to resist any whims of weather for our staff contributes greatly to this account.

What should I do if I have no aptitude for learning languages? Russian proves to be a very difficult language to learn.
Please, don't worry; our competent teachers will help you to come out of the foreign shell and you'll definitely START SPEAKING RUSSIAN! Many people view learning Russian as difficult but we have developed techniques that will make your learning experience easy and successful.

What documents will I receive when I finish your course?
You will not only receive our "author's certificate", but you'll also have an opportunity to obtain a state certificate (extra charge) confirming your proficiency level.

Your language courses are rather costly in comparison with those at other language schools. What are your reasons?
Service at the Russian Village comes up to expectations of the choosiest clients:

Comfortable accommodation of an all-inclusive package;
Vocational training in Russian all day long;
High qualification of the teaching staff, proved by students' language skills.

Are there standing rules at the Russian Village?
It stands to reason that students are supposed to follow regulations of the school and attend lessons. Only in this case one can talk about successful learning. Keeping in mind, however, that exception proves the rule, we suggest diverse syllabuses to meet the demands of our students.
There is no dress code at the Russian Village - use your own discretion in this respect. But mind, please: our school is located in the countryside and walking shoes can really stand you in good stead!

May I come to the Russian Village with my family?
That's quite possible but less advisable for the training effectiveness melts down in such case. But if you are set on such co-education, you're welcome to contact us (either by phone or e-mail) to negotiate the matter.

I live in Moscow and would like to study at your school without having a lodging. Is it allowed?
The Russian Village is notable for its' revolutionary approach to studying Russian - total immersion method that provides for the intensive training all clock round. And it's no accident that such approach to studying Russian, applied as it is to real situations, calls for your incessant involvement.