Russian Language AcademyRiga, Latvia
- Exceptional location in the heart of romantic Riga, with the National Opera House just across the street and transport not far away.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (4.9/5.0)
- Excellent rating of student apartments (5.0/5.0)
- On campus accommodation offered
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: Russian Language Academy is located in the beautiful city of Riga, Latvia. Coastal to the Baltic Sea, at the mouth of the River Daugava, Riga is renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture, concert halls, museums and wooden buildings. Situated within walking distance of the Museum of Natural History and Science, The 19th Century National Opera Theatre, Vērmane Garden and much more. Russian Language Academy is in a fantastic location for students to enjoy their time in Riga to its fullest.
School facilities: The school's facilities include an auditorium, library, kitchen for student use, lounge area and free after-class access to language learning software. A Student Support Desk is also available for any questions or queries that students may have. All classrooms have air-conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create the optimal learning environment.
Course selection: The course selection from the school is extensive and includes Russian Literature, Russian Music, TRKI and TELC Preparation programmes and Teacher Development programmes. Private or Mini Group courses are also available as well as Immersion Crash courses. The school would ask that all students have some knowledge of the Cyrillic alphabet before starting their course.
Accommodation: Russian Language Academy has options for accommodation in Homestay, Shared Flats, Hotel, Residences and Private Apartments, available throughout the year.
Social and Cultural: A 15-minute walk from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Riga's Old Town, Russian Language Academy is well equipped to assist students in reaching their language goals whilst enjoying the beauties that the city has to offer.
- The language school Russian Language Academy was founded in Riga, Latvia in 1996.
- Legal name / parent company: SIA BORN
- Tax registration ID: LV50002050031
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Russian Courses
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Price at school Our price | 380 361 | 730 694 | 1095 1041 | 1460 1387 | 2190 2081 | 2600 2470 | 3250 3088 | 4800 4560 | 6000 5700 | 5880 5586 | 245 233 |
Beginners should be familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet.
Afternoon classes take place 2 days per week.
In addition to the Standard Russian language course with 20 lessons per week taken in the mornings, you will have an additional 5 Russian language lessons per week on two afternoons.
You will take part in discussions and role-plays, and practice the social language in ”real life” situations.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:40 - 15:55
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Price at school Our price | 300 285 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 4440 4218 | 185 176 |
Beginners should be familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet.
During your lessons, you will acquire all 4 language skills; these include reading, writing, speaking, listening skills, and the use of grammar.
Teachers use reading or listening to stimulate discussion and writing to consolidate your Russian practice.
The course allows you to perfectly combine the two most important parts of the Russian language immersion program: Russian language practice and cultural aspects.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
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Price at school Our price | 510 485 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 3000 2850 | 3640 3458 | 4550 4323 | 6880 6536 | 8600 8170 | 9000 8550 | 375 357 |
Beginners should be familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet.
Afternoon mini group classes take place 4 days per week.
The Mini Group class is a small class of a maximum of 5 students, where you benefit from more individual attention from your teacher.
With this course, get ready not only to master situational language and discussions through role-play, but also the use of social language.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:40 - 15:55
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Price at school Our price | 580 551 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 2280 2166 | 3420 3249 | 4240 4028 | 5300 5035 | 8240 7828 | 10300 9785 | 11160 10602 | 465 442 |
Beginners should be familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet.
Afternoon mini group classes take place 4 days per week.
The Mini Group class is a small class of a maximum of 10 students, where you benefit from more individual attention from your teacher.
With this course, get ready not only to master situational language and discussions through role-play, but also the use of social language.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:40 - 15:55
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Price at school Our price | 440 418 | 870 827 | 1305 1240 | 1740 1653 | 2610 2480 | 3200 3040 | 4000 3800 | 6160 5852 | 7700 7315 | 8040 7638 | 335 319 |
Beginners should be familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet.
Afternoon mini group classes take place 2 days per week.
The Mini Group class is a small class of a maximum of 5 students, where you benefit from more individual attention from your teacher.
This course covers all aspects of the language and aims to develop students’ communicative efficiency.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:40 - 15:55
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Price at school Our price | 200 190 | 340 323 | 510 485 | 600 570 | 750 713 | 900 855 | 1050 998 | 1200 1140 | 1350 1283 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 |
Great for students who want to improve their language skills from the comfort of their home or office.
Lessons on weekends or public holidays: EUR 45 per lesson.
Russian online lessons are a highly useful, relaxed and cost-friendly way to learn Russian.
You may set your own study hours, days and level of intensity.
You will get individual lessons with an experienced and encouraging teacher but also engaging online study materials. You will have regular homework that will ensure a dynamic and effective study process.
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Price in € | 1495 1421 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Ideal for busy people who want to learn as much as possible in just one week. High-intensity course with private lessons spread over up to 7 days (including weekend and/or public holidays). Some of the lessons might take place outside of the classroom to practice Russian in an informal way.
This is a great option if you are highly motivated, hard-working, and interested in an intensive study process with quick progress in a short time.
You have the privileged possibility to choose lessons to be taken on the weekend or even during public holidays.
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Price in € | 1665 1582 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Ideal for busy people who want to learn as much as possible in just one week. High-intensity course with private lessons spread over up to 7 days (including weekend and/or public holidays). Some of the lessons might take place outside of the classroom to practice Russian in an informal way.
This is a great option if you are highly motivated, hard-working, and interested in an intensive study process with quick progress in a short time.
You have the privileged possibility to choose lessons to be taken on the weekend or even during public holidays.
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Price in € | 1890 1796 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Ideal for busy people who want to learn as much as possible in just one week. High-intensity course with private lessons spread over up to 7 days (including weekend and/or public holidays). Some of the lessons might take place outside of the classroom to practice Russian in an informal way.
This is a great option if you are highly motivated, hard-working, and interested in an intensive study process with quick progress in a short time.
You have the privileged possibility to choose lessons to be taken on the weekend or even during public holidays.
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Price in € | 2025 1924 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Ideal for busy people who want to learn as much as possible in just one week. High-intensity course with private lessons spread over up to 7 days (including weekend and/or public holidays). Some of the lessons might take place outside of the classroom to practice Russian in an informal way.
This is a great option if you are highly motivated, hard-working, and interested in an intensive study process with quick progress in a short time.
You have the privileged possibility to choose lessons to be taken on the weekend or even during public holidays.
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Price in € | 2250 2138 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Ideal for busy people who want to learn as much as possible in just one week. High-intensity course with private lessons spread over up to 7 days (including weekend and/or public holidays). Some of the lessons might take place outside of the classroom to practice Russian in an informal way.
This is a great option if you are highly motivated, hard-working, and interested in an intensive study process with quick progress in a short time.
You have the privileged possibility to choose lessons to be taken on the weekend or even during public holidays.
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Price in € | 2475 2352 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Ideal for busy people who want to learn as much as possible in just one week. High-intensity course with private lessons spread over up to 7 days (including weekend and/or public holidays). Some of the lessons might take place outside of the classroom to practice Russian in an informal way.
This is a great option if you are highly motivated, hard-working, and interested in an intensive study process with quick progress in a short time.
You have the privileged possibility to choose lessons to be taken on the weekend or even during public holidays.
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Price at school Our price | 1465 1392 | 2930 2784 | 4395 4176 | 5140 4883 | 6425 6104 | 7710 7325 | 8995 8546 | 10280 9766 | 11565 10987 | 12850 12208 | 15420 14649 |
The individual lessons can be tailored to the student's requirements and requests.
Supplement for C1 level: (10%)
The teacher will focus on your strengths and the areas you want to improve on in Russian.
They provide an individual program custom-tailored to your Russian language level of knowledge, your preferences, professional interests, and needs.
The advantage of the course includes individual support from your teacher and the possibility to study at your personal pace.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
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Price at school Our price | 1180 1121 | 2360 2242 | 3540 3363 | 4120 3914 | 5150 4893 | 6180 5871 | 7210 6850 | 8240 7828 | 9270 8807 | 10300 9785 | 12360 11742 |
The individual lessons can be tailored to the student's requirements and requests.
Supplement for C1 level: (10%)
The teacher will focus on your strengths and the areas you want to improve on in Russian.
They provide an individual program custom-tailored to your Russian language level of knowledge, your preferences, professional interests, and needs.
The advantage of the course includes individual support from your teacher and the possibility to study at your personal pace.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
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Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2200 2090 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 | 3850 3658 | 4400 4180 | 4950 4703 | 5500 5225 | 6600 6270 |
The individual lessons can be tailored to the student's requirements and requests.
Supplement for C1 level: (10%)
The teacher will focus on your strengths and the areas you want to improve on in Russian.
They provide an individual prThe teacher will focus on your strengths and the areas you want to improve on in Russian.
They provide an individual program custom-tailored to your Russian language level of knowledge, your preferences, professional interests, and needs.
The advantage of the course includes individual support from your teacher and the possibility to study at your personal pace.
ogram custom-tailored to your Russian language level of knowledge, your preferences, professional interests, and needs.
The advantage of the course includes individual support from your teacher and the possibility to study at your personal pace.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
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Price at school Our price | 800 760 | 1600 1520 | 2400 2280 | 2780 2641 | 3475 3302 | 4170 3962 | 4865 4622 | 5560 5282 | 6255 5943 | 6950 6603 | 8340 7923 |
The individual lessons can be tailored to the student's requirements and requests.
Supplement for C1 level: (10%)
The teacher will focus on your strengths and the areas you want to improve on in Russian.
They provide an individual program custom-tailored to your Russian language level of knowledge, your preferences, professional interests, and needs.
The advantage of the course includes individual support from your teacher and the possibility to study at your personal pace.
High season dates 27 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
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Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 4500 4275 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 |
This course is ideal for anyone who studies foreign affairs, diplomacy, international relations, economics, and sociology.
Can be booked in combination with a group course or individual lessons.
Modules can be booked in addition to a Group or Individual course only.
You’ll be able to freely communicate in the professional and political spheres.
In addition, you’ll increase your knowledge about the political aspects of world politics, including Russian politics and Russia itself.
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
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Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
Ideal for professionals who need to expand their vocabulary. The course focuses on customer and bank service, stock exchange, marketing, sales, finance and insurance.
This module course can only be booked in combination with a group or individual course.
Modules can be booked in addition to a Group or Individual course only. 2 or more modules booked at the same time: EUR 220 per module.
The Business Russian module is ideal for professionals who need to expand their vocabulary.
This course is especially useful in marketing and sales, it helps to improve your ability to build and establish successful relationships with Russian business partners.
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
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Price in € | -- | 970 922 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The course is created as result of the growing interest among our students about lessons related to politics and military Russian. The course is great for those who intend to not only improve their general knowledge of Russian. It is useful for everyone who wants to enrich political and military vocabulary.
Russian for Politics + Military course is available for A2/A2+ and B1/B1+ levels.
Good to know: You may combine Russian for Politics & Military course with other courses at your discretion. For example, 2 weeks of Intensive Russian (25 lessons per week) + 2 weeks of Standard Russian + Russian for Politics & Military in mini groups.
Why take Russian for Politics & Military course?
Enhanced Communication. Knowledge of Russian will facilitate effective communication in regions where Russian is spoken. Also it will help you with communication where there are interactions with Russian-speaking individuals. It’s particularly beneficial in international operations or missions.
Strategic Advantage. In situations where Russian-speaking adversaries are involved, proficiency in the Russian language can provide a strategic advantage in negotiations, planning, and decision-making processes.
Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Efforts. The course is useful or military personnel involved in peacekeeping or humanitarian missions. Knowing Russian can aid in building rapport with local communities and assisting in humanitarian efforts.
General information:
Intensity. 25 lessons per week: 20 lessons of Standard Russian course + 5 lessons of specialised Russian in Mini groups of no more than 5 students (average 1-3 students).
Levels. specialized Russian for Politics & Military is available for:
1) Level A2/A2+ with educational material adapted according to the level.
2) Level B1/B1+ for students of intermediate and advanced levels.
* Duration. 2 weeks, 25 lessons per week. During this 2-week course you will get 10 lessons of specialised Russian and 40 lessons of General Russian.
What will you study?
The new course will improve your skills of professional communication on socially significant topics in the sphere of politics and military affairs. Therefore topics you will discuss during the course are relevant not only for those who study or build their careers in the given specialty. It is also for all those who want to discuss the current situation in the world, to read, listen and understand news sources in Russian.
Topics for levels B1 / B1+:
- International cooperation.
- Globalization.
- Human migration: reasons and consequences.
- Domestic and foreign policy.
- Elections.
- Social inequality and unemployment.
- Terrorism.
- Weapon.
Accordingly during the discussions, the topic of Russian-Ukrainian relations and the current military-political situation in the world is also raised.
Topics for level A2/A2+:
The course is available for students of A2/ A2+ level. It will develop and improve Russian language skills of professional communication in the sphere of politics and military affairs. The course covers the following topics: - Foreign affairs.
- Russian Federation: subjects and borders.
- Ukraine: structure, national symbols and current situation.
- Weapon.
- Military affairs: tactics, transport, equipment.
- War. Second World War.
- Domestic policy: social inequality and unemployment.
By choosing this course, you will get an intensive and dynamic learning process.
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Ideal for cadets, military officers, diplomatic staff and government employees. The course will provide students with confidence in their ability to communicate in Russian and expand their vocabulary when discussing military and peacekeeping issues.
Can be booked in combination with a group course or individual lessons.
This course is both stimulating and wide-ranging in its content.
It focuses specifically on the language and communication needs of military personnel, like cadets, sergeants, military officers, diplomatic staff, civil servants, government employees, and more.
The course includes a better understanding of Russian culture, traditions, and history.
Each module provides a balance of vocabulary, pronunciation and specific purpose skills.
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Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
This module will allow students to familiarise themselves with the format and contents of the exam.
Can only be booked in combination with a group course or individual lessons. Booking deadline is 4 weeks prior to the exam date.
Modules can be booked in addition to a Group or Individual course only. 2 or more modules booked at the same time: EUR 220 per module.
The program aims to help a student reach the target language level.
The course prepares students for the TRKI exam by developing their Russian language knowledge and skills.
The TRKI/TORFL exam assesses foreign students’ skills to express various communicative intentions in the writing form by using rights phrases and words.
The exam checks how students are able to understand different types of written information in the Russian language.
The exam program with a tutor’s personal approach will ensure the success of every student continuing studies at the chosen university or school.
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
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Price at school Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
This course is devoted to reading and discussing classical and modern Russian literature.
Can only be booked in combination with a group course or individual lessons.
Modules can be booked in addition to a Group or Individual course only. 2 or more modules booked at the same time: EUR 220 per module.
You can book these individual modules for the whole year, starting every Monday. The Telc exam preparation course starts on set dates.
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 4500 4275 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 |
The student and teacher watch short Russian movies and discuss them afterwards. This way, the student practices the language while learning about the culture of the country.
This individual module course can only be booked in combination with a group or individual course.
Modules can be booked in addition to a Group or Individual course only.
Together with your teacher, watch modern short Russian movies (12-15 mins long). These social movies reflect the trends of modern Russian life and the processes taking place in its society.
The dialogues in movies represent live colloquial speech and everyday slang.
You watch the movie 2 times. At first, before the viewing you go through new vocabulary. You learn expressions and slang, set tasks and reply to questions. The first time viewing – for a general understanding. After the second time you will actively discuss everything you’ve just saw and heard in details.
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Price in € | 360 342 | 720 684 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
For non-native Russian teachers teaching at primary, secondary or vocational schools. The course will help students gain more confidence in lesson delivery and master the most effective Russian language teaching methodologies.
2 week courses start only on 29 Jul.
The training course provides teachers of the Russian language with a wonderful opportunity to establish links with Russian language teachers from different countries.
This course is a great opportunity to exchange experience with professionals from other countries.
The course will improve confidence in lesson delivery and expand the participants’ range of methodological approaches to enhance classroom practice.
Afternoon: 13:40 - 16:20
Information for all courses offered by Russian Language Academy
Prices include: tuition, assessment test, teaching materials for one level, course certificate, guided group city-tour on Monday for Riga, free Wi-Fi, extra up to 5 hours per week of self-studies. Individual courses include Needs Analysis.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 06 May 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 18 Nov 2024, 24 Dec 2024 - 26 Dec 2024, 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Russian language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Russian Language Academy
“Our students choose RLA Riga because of the quality of teaching and the friendly, safe environment. You're always welcomed here in Riga!”
General school facilities
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Auditorium
Student support desk
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 6Number of public PC workstations: 2Paid parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
100 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Dancing | | 1 km |
Golf | | 15 km |
Horse riding | | 15 km |
Music | | - |
Sailing | | 5 km |
Skiing | | 25 km |
Squash | | 4 km |
Swimming | | 3 km |
Tennis | | 4 km |
Volleyball | | 5 km |
Windsurfing | | 5 km |
Yoga | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
- Visit the most beautiful district of Riga and enjoy the architectural heritage of Art Nouveau. The route will run through the parks of the 19th century - Vermanes darzs and Esplanade. Students will visit the impressive Cathedral of Christ and Alberta street. Price is EUR 5 per person.
Junior - Free activities
Accommodation
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Price in € | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2520 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Executive Host Family – offers high-quality accommodation either within walking distance from the school or (at maximum) 50 minutes by public transport. Priority for placement at an Executive Host family is given to the students who choose Intensive (25+) or Individual (at least 20 lessons per week) courses.
As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.
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Price in € | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Executive Host Family – offers high-quality accommodation either within walking distance from the school or (at maximum) 50 minutes by public transport. Priority for placement at an Executive Host family is given to the students who choose Intensive (25+) or Individual (at least 20 lessons per week) courses.
As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.
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Price in € | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 1050 | 1260 | 1470 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 210 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
If you wish to experience the Russian lifestyle and practice the language in an informal atmosphere – choose to stay with a Russian Host Family! Host families live within easy access to the school and city center and are usually located either in Riga or the seaside city of Jurmala.
As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
If you wish to experience the Russian lifestyle and practice the language in an informal atmosphere – choose to stay with a Russian Host Family! Host families live within easy access to the school and city center and are usually located either in Riga or the seaside city of Jurmala.
As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2316 | 193 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Weekly price for 24 weeks or more: EUR 153.
The Shared Flat in Riga offers the best of accommodation needs for your comfortable stay! It is located in the heart of Riga city center at Brivibas street Nr. 93. After recent renovations, it’s in the best shape it has ever been! So there you will find a modern interior, with wooden floors and new furniture, decorated with simple functionality providing a comfortable atmosphere. You will have an excellent living environment to help you focus on your studies and relax after classes or exciting excursions.
Shared Flat Specifics
- Five comfortable bedrooms. The twin bedroom accommodation is available upon request if you arrive with a friend or partner
- Fully functioning kitchen with a cozy dining room. Certainly, use the opportunity for extra practice of your Russian Language speaking skills with fellow students. For instance, by preparing food together, studying or having heart-to-heart evening talks
- Free Wi-Fi
- Two bathrooms
- Washing machine available for your needs
Location Specifics
Thanks to the convenient location, the accommodation is just a 15-20 minute walk from the Russian Language Academy or a short (7-8 minute long) bus ride. The closest bus and trolleybus stop is 50m away from the building’s entrance. Therefore, you can easily take the bus Nr. 3 or a trolleybus Nr. 17 to reach the academy in just 3 stops.
Use the chance to taste delicious meals in the numerous cafes and restaurants located nearby. For example, buy healthy and fresh seasonal food, as well as traditional Latvian delicacies at a small marketplace named “Matisa tirgus”. Moreover, you will also find the “Janis Roze” bookstore nearly, local restaurant “Lauvas Nams” that is open 24/7, and other interesting shops.
Important - The flat has central city heating, as well as hot and cold water. Therefore, please pay attention that Russian Language Academy is not responsible and does not compensate expenses in case the water/heating is turned off by the house-manager due to technical reasons.
- Upon your arrival, if you’re staying 2+ weeks, you will have two sets of bed linen. You’re welcome to change as well as wash it at your convenience. Flat cleaning is done not less than once a month by the school’s staff and when necessary – more frequently.
- Minimum age required for this accommodation option is 18 years of age
- Smoking is strictly prohibited.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 580 | 725 | 870 | 1015 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 145 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Apartments in a student house in Riga offer everything a student might need for a laid-back living: a space to live, study and relax. Studio flats are especially designed for students for the most comfortable stay to accompany the studies.
Each of the rooms (18m2) has a comfortable bed, modern furniture, private bathroom with shower, as well as a kitchenette – a small cooking area with refrigerator, sink and a microwave. Moreover, for cooking, it’s possible to use a common kitchen. Common kitchen is located on the each floor.
Your accommodation includes:
- Maintenance of the apartment
- Wi-Fi
- Bedding and towel set
- Kitchen utensils (this is a fully self-catering accommodation)
- Access to common areas
- Apartment cleaning every two weeks
- Bed
- Desk
- Shelves
- Closet
- Kitchenette (fridge, sink, microwave)
Distance from the school
To easily get to the city centre and the school you can choose either train, bus or a trolleybus.
Distance by train: 16 minutes (9 minutes to the train station (Tornakalns-Central Station))
Your distance by bus or trolleybus : 23 minutes (6 minutes to the bus/trolleybus stop and 5 stops by transport)
Minimum booking is for 4 weeks.
Please note that the key security deposit has to be paid to the Student House directly by the student at least 2 weeks before the arrival. This deposit is refundable after the check-out (refund within 4 working days) and in case of no-show at all – non-refundable.
For groups – multi apartments might be offered.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 1876 | 2144 | 2680 | 3000 | 250 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Weekly price for 24 weeks or more: EUR 198.
Residential accommodation in Riga
Spend your Russian immersion holidays in Riga with comfort. Our Russian language school offers safe and cosy student in-house residence accommodation in the very city centre of Riga, just 5 minutes walking distance from Old Town! You will find it in the same building as the school, on the 3rd floor with a separate entrance.
Residence Specifics
- Comfortable 2 en-suite bedroom apartment with a shared kitchen
- Fully functioning kitchen with everyday appliances
- Washing machine, a refrigerator, and microwave
- Free Wi-Fi
- TV set
Location Specifics
If you want a little more privacy – choose our residence accommodation in Riga, as it is definitely a comfortable and safe option. Be close to the city centre and many of the major tourist attractions! There is the National Opera House directly across the street, as well as the Central Train Station and Bus Station. Nearby you’ll find Riga’s Old Town, with parks and numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops.
Security deposit
The security deposit of 200 EUR to be paid at least 5 days before your arrival. For an easy process, you will receive a secure payment link to make an online payment with a credit card (please make sure you have a valid Visa or MasterCard). You will receive a refund to your card within 10 working days after your departure. As well as after we confirm there is no damage found in the accommodation after inspection.
Arrival and Departure
Standard residence accommodation in Riga length is from Sunday to Sunday. Please arrange your departure flight to be on Sunday before 12:00 o´clock. Please note that you should schedule your departure for Sunday before 12:00 o´clock. If you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than Sunday, an extra night costs a full week’s rate.
Important information about residential accommodation in Riga - The residence has a boiler for heating, as well as for hot water. In case the boiler suddenly doesn’t work, Russian Language Academy will arrange for a repair works for the nearest working day.
- Upon your arrival you will have two sets of bed linen – you’re welcome to change and wash it at your convenience. Residence cleaning is done not less than once a month by the school’s staff and when necessary – more frequently.
- Minimum age required for this accommodation option is 18 years old.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited.
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Student opinions about Russian Language Academy, Riga
Student Testimonial Videos
Questions and answers about Russian Language Academy
- Is it possible for me to obtain my textbooks and syllabus in advance for A2-B1 levels? So that I can practice and be familiar with the homework required, etc.?“No, study materials that are used during the classes cannot be shared with students before the starting date. If students wish to improve their Russian level before the course they may attend online Russian lessons at the school. In this case the study material will be send to them.”Jekaterina Čelebija, Client Manager from Russian Language Academy, Riga, Latvia - Feb 11, 2022
- Is it possible for me to obtain my textbooks and syllabus in advance for A2-B1 LEVELS? So that I can practice and be familiar with the homework required etc.?“No study materials that are used during the classes can be shared with students before the starting date. If students wish to improve their Russian level before the course they may attend online Russian lessons at the school. In this case the study material will be sent to them.
”Jekaterina Čelebija, Client Manager from Russian Language Academy, Riga, Latvia - Feb 11, 2022 - Does the school organize courses for teachers?“Yes, in 2023 the possible start dates for this course are July 3 and July 31. Maximum duration of this course is 2 weeks.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 04, 2023
- I would like to attend a course with the Erasmus+ scholarship. Is the school part of the programme and does it help with the mobility agreement?“Yes, the school is part of it and will be very happy to help you fill in all the documents for your stay through Erasmus+. ”Lisa Saskia Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 01, 2023
FAQ about Russian Language Academy, Riga
- What is the format of the tutorial?“You study in a group with a teacher. No computers - just live, real communication and practice speaking, listening, studying grammar and vocabulary.”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 12, 2023
- Will the host families speak only Russian or also English? I really want to practise my Russian so prefer that English or any other language is not spoken.“All our host families speak only Russian with the students, so there is no need to worry about that.”Jelena Ozola, Director of Riga Center from Russian Language Academy - Feb 14, 2024
- What kind of social activities are offered by the Russian Language Academy in addition to my Russian language course?“Students can participate in school excursions with our Russian-speaking guides, visit Russian theatres, concerts, etc. Some of our students participate in the volunteer project with Ukrainian refugees (learning some basic English) and then they have a great opportunity to socialise with them in Russian + Ukrainians often invite our students to several social and cultural events.”Jelena Ozola, Director of Riga Center from Russian Language Academy - Feb 14, 2024
- Is airport pickup offered by Russian Language Academy?Yes. The school offers pickup from Riga International Airport (50 €)
- What is the number of students per class at Durbe?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Durbe varies from 1 students (Online Individual Lessons) to 12 students (Teacher Development Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Russian Language Academy?100% of teachers at Russian Language Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Russian Language Academy from?The highest Nationality percentage at Russian Language Academy comes from USA with a 25% representation, followed by students from England (13%) and Switzerland (12%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Russian Language Academy offers courses for which ages?Russian Language Academy offers courses from 17 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.