Combined Russian course · Saint Petersburg
Combined Russian course
Group Russian lessons plus private classes for students who want all-round progress and focused work on personal goals.
The course combines the structure and energy of a small group with one-to-one lessons. Private classes can focus on speaking, grammar, exam preparation, professional Russian or another area that matters to you.
Course at a glance
from 320 EUR / week
A good fit if you want
a balanced group course with extra private time for your own priorities, weaker points or professional language needs.
Our rates are degressive, longer stays are lower priced.
Group + private in practice
How the combined course works
The combined course joins two useful formats: group lessons for structure, rhythm and interaction, plus private lessons for the parts of Russian that matter most to you.
In the group you build the general language base. In private lessons you can slow down, speed up or change focus: speaking, grammar, pronunciation, exam tasks, professional Russian or another personal goal.
Course rhythm
What private lessons can focus on
Speaking confidence
Use private time for conversation, pronunciation, fluency and correction of recurring mistakes.
Grammar gaps
Work slowly through cases, verbs, syntax or another point that needs more attention than a group class can give.
Exam or professional goals
Prepare for TRKI/TORFL tasks, interviews, presentations, business topics or field-specific vocabulary.
Personal interests
Bring in topics that motivate you: culture, travel, family, literature, work or daily life in Russia.
A typical combined study day
The exact timetable depends on your chosen format, but the logic is simple: group work first, then private attention where it helps most.
What is included
- Placement check before the course
- Group lessons plus individual lessons
- Standard course materials
- Certificate after completion
- Accommodation help on request
Choose this course if
- You like the energy of a group but need individual correction.
- You want to keep a general Russian programme and add a personal goal.
- You are preparing for work, study or an exam while improving overall Russian.
- You want more teacher attention than a group-only course can provide.
- You prefer a structured week rather than fully flexible private lessons.
Need a simpler format?
Only group lessons? Choose the Standard Russian group course or the Intensive Russian group course.
Only private lessons? Look at Individual Russian lessons.
Only exam preparation? See Russian exam preparation.
Questions before booking
Which combined format should I choose?
Tell us your goals, dates and preferred rhythm. We will recommend the most suitable balance of group and private lessons.
Can private lessons follow my own topic?
Yes. Private lessons can focus on your weak points, professional needs, exam tasks or personal interests.
Can I change the focus after arrival?
Yes, within the available schedule. Your teacher can adjust private lessons as your needs become clearer.
Is this good for exam preparation?
It can be, especially if you want general group practice plus private exam-focused work.
Compare other course formats
If you do not need both group and private lessons, one of these formats may fit better.
Student testimonials:
I had a wonderful week in St. Petersburg and I am absolutely glad I made the decision to take the class for five days at Educacentre Language School. I've learned much more than ever expected due to the perfect qualification of my teacher Ksenia and the friendly and professional atmosphere in the school. Besides we had a lot of fun and some nice activities apart from the lessons. I can recommend Educacentre Language School to everybody who is interested to learn the Russian language!
What a pity we could not say goodbye. We wanted to thank you for all your kindness and great organisation. We really enjoyed time in St Petersburg and of course time in the school. Everything was great from lessons to teachers and topics we learned. I am giving the school 100% and will recommend it to anyone who wants to learn Russian.
Me and my mom might come back next year so I will keep the school contact saved 🙂