Exlinguo really enabled me to experience the cities

I spent 5 weeks at Exlinguo this summer, spending three in St Petersburg and then two in Novosibirsk, and I honestly was so impressed. Right from registering, the organisation and communication was excellent, which made the whole process really easy. Starting the course with very basic Russian, I was really impressed with how my teachers encouraged me and therefore how much I realised I was able to say. Speaking was a key component in all classes at both centres, and because of the really small class sizes I was able to very quickly improve my speaking and listening skills. The teaching was also really personal and so much thought was put into the organisation of the teaching groups that you always felt supported and that you were improving. On arrival in Novosibirsk the handover was flawless, with my lessons picking right up where I had stopped in St Petersburg, enabling my Russian to keep improving without a gap. Studying in both centres enabled me to see much more of Russia and its great variety. Both cities have so much to offer and the activities offered by Exlinguo really enabled me to experience the cities. I also stayed with two lovely host families in both cities, which was another great way to experience Russian culture, whilst reinforcing what I had learnt at school. I’m planning to return next year and I would highly recommend this course. Thank you!

Cosima, United Kingdom
5 weeks / August 2018

The lessons were always well constructed

I had an amazing time in St. Petersburg with Exlinguo. Not only did I make new friends with fellow coursemates, but also built a nice relationship with teachers, who were always understanding, friendly and encouraging. The lessons were always well constructed and relevant to my life. I really feel my own self-confidence in Russian has improved as a result. The host family provided were also very kind and caring. I would highly recommend the course to any Russian-speaker of any proficiency level.

Oliver, United Kingdom
4 weeks / July 2018

The atmosphere of the school is excellent

I stayed in Novosibirsk for 3 weeks. I decided to buy this course because I have been studied Russian at University for 4 years, but we never practiced oral production. So I didn't feel comfortable talking Russian, and this blocked me. After only 3 weeks I can say that I reached what I wanted. Now I can talk fast and fluently without problems. Of course I make mistakes but I can say that I understang everything and everyone understood me without problems. For this reason I am very satisfied. I reached a B1+/B2- level. The atmosphere of the school is excellent. The teachers also. And the city beautiful. This experience of "travel&study" was the best one that I had done so far. I highly reccomend it.

Elena, Italy
3 weeks / July 2018

I had four fantastic weeks here

When I chose Exlinguo I really wasn’t sure what I was getting myself into... as soon as I arrived in their lovely premises and was toured round (seeing the great selection of books and resources) I knew I had fallen on my feet. I had four fantastic weeks here where I improved dramatically because of the enjoyable yet focussed teaching. The extra events were also great fun and gave an invaluable cultural insight. I can’t recommend them highly enough! Thank you!

Ronit, United Kingdom
4 weeks / July 2018

The experience far exceeded my expectations

I studied at Exlinguo Novosibirsk for two weeks in June. The experience far exceeded my expectations, some of which were formed from experience learning at a different company's school in the past. From the initial stage of enrolling online / via email, to being picked up at the airport, through to the finishing ceremony, I found all of the Exlinguo staff and teachers to be very professional, friendly, and helpful. My learning was a good balance of group lessons, tutorials, and private lessons, and I never got bored. The after-school excursions were well thought through and planned, and I found them interesting and a refreshing change of pace after lessons, while still contributing to learning Russian. The environment at the school with the teachers and other students was motivating and helped encourage me to study more Russian. My homestay family was very kind, and their apartment was a short walk from the school. Since returning to my country I am studying Russian myself even more now, motivated by my experience in Novosibirsk. I very much would like to go back to the city and to study again at Exlinguo.

Neil, Australia
2 weeks / June 2018

The staff pays very close attention to individual needs

I would recommend Exlinguo to anyone who is serious about improving his or her Russian language ability. I had an outstanding experience in St. Petersburg. The staff pays very close attention to individual needs and goals. That is obvious throughout the experience. The school is very well-organized yet informal and intimate. Class sizes are small and really challenge you to raise your Russian competence to the next level. The teachers are the best part of the experience. They are smart, enthusiastic, patient, and really care about us learning Russian language and Russian culture. End-of-day and weekend excursions add to the whole experience. Exlinguo exceeded my expectations. I plan on returning next spring. Thank you Exlinguo!

Steve, United States
2 weeks / May 2018

The teachers are kind, attentive, and encouraging

I have worked with Exlinguo twice: once in Novosibirsk and once in Saint Petersburg. As a serious student of Russian with the goal of professional fluency (I now work in Saint Petersburg) I highly recommend Exlinguo. Classes are small and are personalized to students' interests. The company's discussion-based approach, combined with grammatical exercises, is highly effective for comprehension and retension of Russian. I found the administration to be admirably accommodating an professional, while the teachers are kind, attentive, and encouraging. I certainly plan to return to Exlinguo when possible!

Elizabeth, United States
4 weeks / April 2018

They know how to focus on each student

I'd like to thank all the teachers and administrative staff at Exlinguo for an excellent experience at their school in Novosibirsk. The teachers don't follow a script, they know how to focus on each student, identifying what areas they need to work on, and proactively adjusting their classes, teaching materials and style in order to achieve good results for each student. The school is also brilliantly organized in all non-teaching aspects: facilities are excellent, they organize frequent activities, and provide assistance with accommodation and transfers if needed. All in all, it is easy to recommend them to anybody wanting to learn Russian. Novosibirsk is a surprisingly pleasant city, what it lacks in tourist attractions, it makes up in cultural activities and quality of life.

Diego, Spain
2 weeks / April 2018

The program is extremely well organized

Exlinguo staff are very friendly, the program is extremely well organized and the teachers are very dedicated. I can highly recommend the language school...

Fergus, Germany
1 week / April 2018

I do hope to study with Exlinguo again

In just three weeks, I have drastically improved my russian speaking, listening, writing and reading skills. With much hard work accompanied by the strong teaching team at Exlinguo, I passed my TORFL exam with flying colours. This exceeded my expectation! I am now very motivated to improve my russian and I do hope to study with Exlinguo again. Flying to Saint Peterburg from Kuala Lumpur, which takes me more than fourteen hours has been worth every penny! Thank you Exlinguo :)

Carmen, Malaysia
3 weeks / March 2018

Exlinguo Novosibirsk has a real family vibe

Studying at Exlinguo Novosibirsk for 2 months was a real joy. All of the teaching and administrative staff were positive and upbeat everyday, and always available to assist either with questions on coursework or on exploring Novosibirsk and its environs. Classes everyday were presented creatively. Modern materials were used, so it was easy for us to see how what we were learning in class can be applied to daily communication. All of the activities arranged were varied, from sleighing with huskies to building a real igloo! Despite what level of Russian students began their course with, everyone made a real effort to communicate in Russian, and it was amazing to see students’ confidence in using Russian grow over the weeks. Exlinguo Novosibirsk has a real family vibe - it’s impossible to leave there without having made new friends.

Cathy, Ireland
8 weeks / March 2018

You can't help but be motivated to learn more and more

I've studied with Exlinguo twice now - once in St Petersburg and once in Novosibirsk and I think these periods have really supercharged my Russian language abilities and understanding. You can learn only so much from text books and on-line resources but if you want to take your studies to the next level then you need to do a course like this. The Exlinguo staff are there to make your life easy and to help you reach your language goals - without a doubt it's the staff makes these centres stand out. When you are being taught by enthusiastic and engaged teachers every day, you can't help but be motivated to learn more and more. From the moment you start making enquires for the course, your questions are answered promptly and the entire experience is smooth and simple. Most of all though it's fun - weekend and after hours activities/excursions as well as the informative presentations in the school (you can see them on YouTube) are all fun and interesting and designed to help your Russian improve in informal social situations. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Exlinguo for achieving your Russian speaking, listening, reading and writing goals and will for sure be returning in the future.

Brad, Australia
3 weeks / March 2018

I strongly recommend the school

I spent three weeks in St. Petersburg and three weeks in Novosibirsk studying with Exlinguo this Winter. Overall, I have nothing but glowing reviews. From day one at the school, I felt incredibly welcome and the staff were still able to immerse me in the language despite my starting at A0+. After only one day, I already began to feel comfortable communicating in Russian. This was with the help of the teachers, who were nothing but amazing at making the students feel comfortable and involved while studying Russian. The communication classes are primarily focused on speaking and actively communicating and each lesson introduces new grammatical features, providing a step-by-step approach to learning the language. Each day, I was able to apply the new grammatical features I had learnt in order to convey myself more confidently. Immersion allows the student to practically absorb new vocabulary and phrases in a way that is incomparable to studying and memorising out of a book. It is for this reason that I strongly recommend Exlinguo to people seriously wanting to learn how to communicate in Russian (quickly). I was able to reach A1+/A2- in only six weeks, giving me a fantastic foundation to continue my independent study of the language back home. My level of confidence in communication is not something I could have accomplished purely through self-study. Behind the scenes, the school runs like clockwork. The organisation of my visa, accomodation, lessons, school activities, and more was dealt with quickly and without inconvenience. Any problem you may have is, quite literally, dealt with the second you communicate them; the staff makes it very clear that they truly care about adapting to what works best for the student. This (alongside the delicious cookies and tea provided) makes coming to the school five days a week a pleasure. Aside from the school itself, I stayed with a host family both in St. Petersburg and Novosibirsk. This not only allowed me to practice my Russian outside of class, but also experience how Russians live, which I consider an important part of immersion. Plus, coming home to a family providing home-cooked meals, conversation, and even pets (under request) was very comforting for someone like me, who has little experience being away from home. Having a host family allowed me to form connections with Russians and even form friendships, which is priceless to me. All in all, my experience with both Exlinguo schools proved to not only be extremely beneficial for my Russian language skills, but it also made me feel comfortable in the country of Russia. For this reason, I strongly recommend the school to anyone wanting to learn Russian through immersion.

Esther, Netherlands
6 weeks / February 2018

The teachers were always professional and prepared

The Exlinguo course in St. Petersburg was a once in a lifetime experience. From the very first day, I felt comfortable practicing my intermediate language skills, which can be scary! The teachers were always professional and prepared, ensuring that we got the most out of our classes each day. I particularly loved the teachers enthusiasm in sharing Russian culture as well. I would recommend the training center and homestay to anyone interested in practicing or advancing their Russian language skills!

Angela, United States
2 weeks / February 2018

You can always get teaching tailored to your needs

This is my third time at the school in Novosibirsk. The teachers are excellent, very friendly and helpful. The school is small, hospitable and you can always get teaching tailored to your needs. The social events and tutorials in the afternoons provide additional help and stimulation. The administrator was always willing to help with any requests, including booking trains and hotels/hostels for weekend trips. My accommodation was very comfortable and my hostess kind and communicative.

Marion, United Kingdom
3 weeks / November 2017

Teachers and staff are extremely helpful

Learning Russian with Exlinguo for two weeks was a fruitful and memorable experience. The center is located in heart of the city and host families or accommodation can be arranged by the center within walking distance from the center. The entire area is replete with historical and modern attractions and one can not have enough of it, as there are innumerable restaurants, cinemas, museums, and places of interest. Teachers and staff are extremely helpful. Teaching method is interactive and takes care of your level. It is mixed with activities, excursions and interesting presentation about Russian cuisine, beverages, and musical trends. I would highly recommend this language school for anyone who wishes to learn Russian at any level.

Syed Rashid, India
2 weeks / October 2017

Exlinguo was very organised and supportive

I spent four weeks at Exlinguo and the experience was excellent on all levels. The teachers were well-prepared and patient, the programme was very well organized and there was a good balance of academic work and activities that were offered throughout each of the four weeks. I lived with a host family for two weeks and in a flat for the following two weeks. Both were very good experiences. From the point of application to obtaining the visas and the transport to and from the airport, Exlinguo was very organised and supportive. The school is so centrally located, and St. Petersburg is such a beautiful, safe and vibrant place to spend time. It was easy to find a nearby gym, concerts, opera, ballet, good shops, cafes and nightlife - all within walking distance. The staff at the school were very helpful in providing directions and advice on seeing what the city has to offer. I plan to return to Exlinguo to continue my Russian studies.

Christopher, United States
4 weeks / July 2017

The best environment to learn such a difficult language

Exlinguo is an excellent language centre, the teachers were so helpful, encouraging and it was the best environment to learn such a difficult language, I'd highly recommend to anyone looking to study Russian.

Ruth, Ireland
8 weeks / July 2017

Overall, this was an amazing experience

Exlinguo is a great choice if you are looking to learn the Russian language. The teachers are professional, helpful, and exceptional at their jobs. You get the chance to explore Saint Petersburg and within a month, will be able to carry on basic conversations with Russian people. While this is a difficult language to learn, Exlinguo provides useful resources and activities to help you learn the language well. It was great to meet the other students who had come from many different countries. Living with the host family provided gives you the chance to experience normal Russian life and to practice what you learn in class each day. Overall, this was an amazing experience that I would love to come back and do again some day.

Heather, Australia
4 weeks / June 2017

I will highly recommended it to my friends

My 2 weeks attendance to the institute was rather helpful and improve mostly my speaking ability and grammar. The professionalism of teachers and the method of teaching was of high standard. I wish I had the opportunity to prolong my attendance, but I am planning to organize my attendance definitely next year for a longer period. I will highly recommended it to my friends.

Elena, Cyprus
2 weeks / May 2017

Russia is a very safe and friendly place to visit

In the midst of all the political things going on between Russia and the United States, some Americans don't know much about Russia besides what they read in the news. When I told my friends I was going to Russia, a few asked me if I was going to be safe. Even I wasn't completely sure. But now, I can reassure my friends that Russia is a very safe and friendly place to visit..Just learn a few sentences of Russian before going! I had a great experience here, and I'm proudly now an A1- level speaker. Every teacher there is great, but I will highlight both Natalias, both Elizabetas, Anna, Olga, and Darya since I got to interact with them.

Rona, United States
4 weeks / April 2017

In a short time I appreciated a very good progress

Exlinguo helped me to improve very fast my conversation skills. In a short time I appreciated a very good progress and I feel much more confident to continue learning Russian.

Fernando, Spain
1 week / April 2017

The group sessions were dynamic and always fun

My month at ExLinguo Novosibirsk exceeded my expectations in every respect. Having lived among expats in Moscow for two years, I was looking for an immersive environment that would push my Russian to the next level. In Novosibirsk it was possible to escape English for a month, in addition to discovering a new side to Russian culture. My teachers were among the best I've had of any subject anywhere - their delivery, energy and patience meant that the intensity of the course was quite comfortable. I felt myself making measurable progress each week, which was so satisfying. I was amazed that this level of progress was sustainable. The group sessions were dynamic and always fun, and the learning materials have provided me with a great reference tool. My personal highlight was staying with my host family, who propelled me over numerous delicious breakfasts, dinners and weekend trips to achieving my goal of spontaneous conversation. A 10/10 experience, thank you ExLinguo!

Sally, United Kingdom
4 weeks / March 2017

The facility and staff are outstanding

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend exlinguo for learning Russian. The approach is intense and it really works. Before the course, my speaking and comprehension were at "survival" level but after just 3 weeks I was able to have conversations with my host family and Russian friends. The facility and staff are outstanding - and exceeded my expectations - any time there was a problem or a request, the girls were straight away ready to work through everything. If anyone reading this is wondering about the value for money or quality then my advise is don't hesitate - sign up. My only question I had when I finished was when can I return for another course.

Brad, Australia
3 weeks / February 2017

I thoroughly enjoyed studying with Exlinguo

The language centre, course, teachers and organisation are all excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed studying with Exlinguo and staying with my Russian host, which allowed me to get more Russian practice and to see a little bit of day-to-day life. I would highly recommend Exlinguo and really hope to return.

Jane, United Kingdom
1 week / March 2017