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2 language schools in Riga from 356€ for a 1 week Russian course

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Russian Language Academy, Riga
Russian Language Academy, Riga
Liden & Denz Language Centre, Riga
Liden & Denz Language Centre, Riga
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How our students rated their experience in Riga

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Riga
27 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Riga
Nightlife
4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.9

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Geographic setting
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Public transport
4.9

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Climate
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Cleanliness
4.9

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Affordability
4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Shopping
4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Safety
4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

What our students said about Riga

Riga surpassed my expectations of what a small European town would be like. If you want a good mixture of small town living with access to big city life (without the craziness of huge tourist crowds), then Riga is the place to go!!

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Taylor Canada

As a metropolis in the Baltics, Riga is of course more expensive than the surrounding area, but it has a lot to offer.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Lothar Germany

Riga is a great town for studying or touristic activities!

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Eva Germany

What language school directors said about Riga

Nora

Latvia is a beautiful and safe destination in the EU to learn Russian.

NoraDirector of Russian Language Academy

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Riga

Russian Language Academy

My teacher was BEYOND amazing! She was sweet and patient and made the classroom a fun/safe place to experiment with new language skills. The school itself is organized and clean, and all of the staff are kind and accommodating. I would recommend learning Russian through this school to anyone!

1 July 2024
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 29 reviews
Russian Language Academy

Everything! Amazing experience! I did have a great time and I learnt a lot! Excellent teacher and classmates:)

25 April 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 40 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 29 reviews
Russian Language Academy

Courses taught mostly in Russian, making learning much faster. Teachers kind and competent.

9 October 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 29 reviews
Russian Language Academy

The school is centrally located in Riga. Good classification through written questionnaire and telephone interview. Excellent lessons in small groups, good support from the teacher. She answered questions willing
I have been to the Baltics many times, but the language course gave me additional insights into the country and its people. It was a nice and very productive time in Riga.

20 September 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 68 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 29 reviews
Russian Language Academy

Great, patient and friendly teachers

5 July 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 47 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 29 reviews

Information about Riga

Why Riga? Riga, is the capital of Latvia and the biggest metropolis in the Baltics and perfectly blends timeless tradition with cutting edge cool. Stop by and get energized by a city with surprises on every road and rooftop. In its 800 years troubled history, everyone from German knights to Swedish kings and Soviet commissars have left their mark, and today it is an exciting European metropolis at the crossroads of eastern and northern Europe. Come and explore its hip bars, modern art centres and the kitchens of its cool experimental restaurants.
Population: L  743,000
Time zone: +12h. (GMT +2)
Region: Rīga,
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.1126 USD)
Name of city in Russian: Рига
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term Russian courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 04 Jun. 2024 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Latvia in your country.
High season: September
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 389 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 460 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Price index excluding rent: 46* (54% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index including rent: 37* (63% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:40* (60% cheaper than New York)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type F
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
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Best time to take a language course in Riga
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Midsummer

23 June 2025 - 24 June 2025Janis is a celebration on the eve of the feast of Saint John marking the summer solstice. Most Latvians leave the city to celebrate in the country. Traditions are based in old pagan ways and involve herbs and local produce, wearing wreaths of flowers or leaves, eating, drinking and bonfires.

Riga Cathedral
Riga Cathedral
Blackheads House
Blackheads House
Freedom Monument
Freedom Monument
Three Brothers
Three Brothers
Riga Central Market
Riga Central Market
Pilsetas Kanals
Pilsetas Kanals
Riga International (RIX) - 8 km. from Riga city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 30 minutes, 20 minutes.

Main stops: Lidosta Riga, Priezkalni, Rudas, Zolitudes iela, Upesgrivas iela, Kauguru iela, Dreillinu iela, Melnsila iela, Slokas iela, Daugavgrivas iela, Uzvaras bulvaris

Taxi: 16 minutes drive to city center of Riga

Q&A - Questions about Russian courses and schools in Riga

  • In order to join the Russian lessons, students should be familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 21, 2022

FAQ - Frequently asked questions about Russian courses in Riga

  • In Riga, the capital of Latvia, a significant proportion of the population speaks Russian. The main reasons for this are historical and demographic. During the Soviet era, many Russians emigrated to Latvia, resulting in a large Russian-speaking minority.

    According to recent statistics :

    A significant proportion of Riga's population is of Russian origin.
    Russian is commonly used in everyday life by this community, and even among Latvians who are not of Russian origin, many understand and speak Russian because of the shared history.
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 11, 2024
  • Since Latvia's independence in 1991, there have been considerable efforts to promote the use of Latvian as an official language and to strengthen its use in the public and educational spheres. Latvian therefore remains the official and predominant language in institutions and official documents.

    I don't think there is any reluctance, but a significant part of the population in Riga speaks Russian, but Latvian remains the official language and the one mainly used in government and official affairs.
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 11, 2024
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