ISO Certified Language Service Provider with 30 Years of Experience

Russian Language Course Online & Onsite in Riga

Accredited online Russian language courses in Riga, Latvia, the EU

The Nordic-Baltic language service company Baltic Media Language School has been providing language training for more than 30 years. It is an ISO-certified school with a good reputation in the language services market and is therefore a good choice for learning Russian in the Latvian capital, Riga, or online with native speakers. 

How Long Does It Take to Master Russian? | Baltic Media Language Training Centre

In this section, you will find out: 

✅ Why should you learn Russian?

✅ How long does it take to master Russian?

✅ Does your mother tongue affect your mastery of Russian?

✅ How many classes does it take to master Russian?

✅ Is there a Russian language course for companies?

✅ What kind of Russian language courses are available for individuals?

✅ Do you offer individual language lessons?

✅ How much does a Russian language course cost?

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Russian language courses

Why You Should Study Russian Intensively in the European Union, in Latvia, in Riga, at the Baltic Media Language Learning Centre

Studying Russian intensively in the European Union, especially in Latvia at the Baltic Media Language Learning Centre, offers a unique combination of high-quality education, cultural immersion, and strategic location. Whether for business, travel, career advancement, or personal growth, learning Russian in Riga provides a safe, effective, and immersive learning experience.

1. Learn Russian in a Russian-Speaking Environment

Fact: Despite being an EU country, Latvia has a large Russian-speaking community, providing real-life exposure to the language.

Solution: Studying in Riga allows students to practice Russian daily, making language learning more natural and effective.

2. High-Quality Russian Language Courses

Fact: Learning a language intensively requires a structured approach and experienced instructors.

Solution: The Baltic Media Language Learning Centre offers:

  • Professional native-speaking teachers Interactive and engaging lessons
  • Custom-tailored courses for all levels
  • Focus on conversational skills and grammar

3. Affordable and High-Quality Education in the EU

Fact: Visa issues can make studying Russian in Western Europe or Russia expensive and complicated.

Solution: Latvia offers EU-based, cost-effective Russian language courses, making it a budget-friendly option with no visa restrictions for EU citizens.

4. Safe and Comfortable Learning Environment

Fact: Studying in Russia might be challenging due to political and economic factors.

Solution: Latvia is an EU country with a stable and secure environment for international students to study Russian without concerns.

5. Intensive and Fast-Paced Learning

Fact: Intensive courses help students achieve fluency much faster than traditional courses.

Solution: The Baltic Media Language Learning Centre offers accelerated learning programs, including:

  •  One-on-one intensive lessons
  • Small group classes for better interaction
  • Immersive language exercises

6. Cultural and Historical Experience

Fact: Learning a language is more effective when combined with cultural experiences. Solution: Studying in Riga offers the opportunity to:

  •  Explore Russian history and culture in Latvia
  • Engage with Russian-speaking locals
  • Experience Russian cuisine, literature, and traditions

Russian language courses in Riga

7. Career and Business Opportunities

Fact: Russian is one of the most spoken languages in the world and an asset in business, politics, and international relations.

Solution: Learning Russian in Latvia can open new career paths in:

  • International Business
  • Diplomacy and foreign relations
  • Translation and interpretation
  • Tourism and hospitality

8. Convenient Location in the European Union

Fact: Riga is easily accessible from major European cities, making it an ideal place for short or long-term language studies.

Solution: No need for a visa for EU citizens, plus affordable travel and accommodation options.

9. Personalized Learning Experience

Fact: Generic courses may not be effective for every student.

Solution: The Baltic Media Language Learning Centre offers customized courses to fit different needs, including:

  • Business Russian
  • Conversational Russian
  • Exam preparation (TRKI, TORFL, etc.)

10. Learning Russian in a Multilingual Setting

Fact: Latvia’s multilingual environment (Latvian, Russian, English) makes it easier to transition between languages.

Solution: Students can benefit from a bilingual atmosphere, making the learning process smoother and more intuitive.

Conclusion: Study Russian in Latvia for the Best Learning Experience

If you're looking for an intensive, effective, and immersive way to learn Russian, Riga, Latvia, at the Baltic Media Language Learning Centre is the perfect choice. It offers high-quality courses, cultural immersion, career opportunities, and affordability—all within the European Union!

Contact Baltic Media today and start your journey to mastering Russian! 

✅ Why should you learn Russian?

Russian (русский язык) is an East Slavic language, which is official in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, as well as being widely spoken throughout Eastern Europe, the Baltic states, the Caucasus and Central Asia. Russian belongs to the family of Indo-European languages, one of the four living members of the East Slavic languages, and part of the larger Balto-Slavic branch.

It is the most widely spoken of the Slavic languages and the largest native language in Europe, with 144 million speakers in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. Russian is the eighth most spoken language in the world by number of native speakers and the seventh by total number of speakers.

Russian language training Baltic Media Why should you learn Russian?

✅ How long does it take to master Russian?

In order to learn the communication phrases used by tourists in daily situations, a couple of days in the language course will suffice. However, if you want to master written and spoken Russian properly, you should allow one to three years. To achieve an academic level, you will need at least five to seven years.

With time and motivation, you can master Russian faster. The more time you dedicate to learning the language, the faster you will achieve the result. Daily communication in Russian will be a great advantage. And do not forget the media (radio and television), press, cultural events, music, and films in Russian.

✅ Does your mother-tongue affect your mastery of Russian?

If you speak Bulgarian or Ukrainian or one of these languages is your mother tongue, you will learn Russian more easily and quickly. People proficient in Slavic languages will see similarities with the Russian grammar system and words loaned from these languages.

Some important tips to master Russian faster:

  • Learn each new word in the context in which it is used.
  • Repeat what you have learned often because repetition is the mother of learning.
  • Use both real and virtual Russian language domains.
  • Use the media (TV, radio, music, literature, social media platforms) in Russian;
  • Read fiction in Russian, start with easy Russian.
  • Let yourself make mistakes, use the language, jump in the Russian language river for a swim! You can do it!

✅  Accredited online Russian language courses

Since 2011, the Baltic Media Language Training Centre has been an educational institution registered with the State Education Quality Service of the Republic of Latvia. The State Education Development Agency has registered the following academic programs of the Baltic Media Language Training Center: 

English language training  

Swedish language training  

German language training 

 Italian language training 

 Spanish language training   

Japanese language training   

Chinese language training   

Russian language training   

Communication training   

Latvian language training   

Lithuanian language training   

Norwegian language training 

Finnish language training 

Type of programs: Professional growth and personal development (non-formal adult education). Educational documents - certificate.

Russian language training in the EU

✅ How many classes does it take to master Russian?

Each language learner is different, however, you can see roughly how much effort and time you will have to dedicate to learning the language below:

C2 - 60 hours (C2/1) + 60 hours (C2/2)

C1 - 60 hours (C1/1) + 60 hours (C1/2)

B2 - 60 hours (B2/1) + 60 hours (B2/2) 

B1 - 60 hours (B1/1) + 60 hours (B1/2)

A2 - 48 hours (A2/1) + 48 hours (A2/2)

A1 - 48 hours (A1/1) + 48 hours (A1/2)

If you want to master Russian language, contact the employees of our language centre by e-mail: courses@balticmedia.com or call +371 67224395. 

 

✅ Is there a Russian language course for companies?

Teachers of the Baltic Media Language Learning Centre are professionals who use a creative, contemporary approach to preparing and conducting language courses and will adapt the content to your needs and wishes.

Russian language courses we offer:

  • Correspond to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2);
  • Use a test to assesses Russian language skills of employees before starting a course;
  • Develop all the necessary Russian language skills with a focus on speaking.
  • Teach how to conduct successful business negotiations with clients or business partners.

During the studies, the teacher checks the progress of participants of the Russian language course and at the end of the course submits to the employer a report on presence/absence and the assessment of language skills. Participants of the Russian language course receive a certificate of the level of Russian language skills achieved.

✅ What kind of Russian language courses are available for individuals?

Baltic Media Language Training Centre offers private lessons or group classes. If you travel or go on business trips often, it is worth applying for online classes. Our teachers will develop a Russian language course programme to meet your needs.

During classes, you will learn how to do the following:

  • Book a hotel, order food, travel, find a job, etc.
  • Communicate to leave a good impression.
  • Tell about your culture or find out about the differences in another culture.
  • Conduct business negotiations successfully;
  • Prepare presentations in Russian and much more.

All you have to do is assess your Russian language skills and apply for private lessons or group classes.

Test your knowledge of Russian here!

✅ Do you offer individual language lessons?

If you want to master the language faster, you might want to apply for private Russian language lessons.

An individual Russian language course is especially effective as the lecturer dedicates all their attention to one language learner. Although one academic hour is slightly more expensive than a group lesson, money is spent more effectively, and in the long run, private lessons will cost you less. If you study individually, you will need less classes to achieve the desired result than you would in a group setting. 

If you have no prior knowledge of Russian, start with the beginner's level A1.

✅ How much does a Russian language course cost?

24 classes (48 academic hours) will cost you from 299 euros (incl. VAT), if the classes are conducted in an open group setting at the Baltic Media Language Training Centre on Dzirnavu iela 57A, Riga. The price of individual learning is from 20.00 EUR + VAT (21%) per one academic hour (45 min.). One standard lesson usually lasts 1.5 h (2 x 45 min.). Fees might differ depending on the level of the course. To find out the exact fee, contact our employees by e-mail courses@balticmedia.com or call +37167224395.

 

Baltic Media Language Learning Centre offers online language courses as both private lessons and group classes. You can attend courses that are taking place at Baltic Media office together with other participants online. All participants can attend a video conference via Skype or other online communication tool.Baltic Media Language Learning Centre offers online language courses as both private lessons and group classes. You can attend courses that are taking place at Baltic Media office together with other participants online. All participants can attend a video conference via Skype or other online communication tool.​
Baltic Media Language Learning Centre offers online language courses as both private lessons and group classes. You can attend courses that are taking place at Baltic Media office together with other participants online. All participants can attend a video conference via Skype or other online communication tool.

Baltic Media | Language Training Centre 

Dzirnavu iela 57A 
LV-1010 Rīga Latvia/Lettonie 

 +371 67 224 395

 +371 29 44 68 45

 

 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) — Russian Language Courses Online

1. What are these Russian language courses?

These are accredited online (and onsite in Riga) Russian language courses offered by the Baltic Media Language Learning Centre, an ISO-certified language school with 30+ years of experience. You can study with native-speaking instructors online via Zoom or other video tools or in person in Riga, Latvia (EU).

2. What makes these courses a good choice?

  • Accredited and recognized non-formal adult education programs.

  • Experienced teachers and structured curriculum.

  • Flexible formats: individual lessons, group lessons, online, onsite in Riga.

  • Focus on real communication skills and practical language use.

3. Who can take these courses?

Courses are open to individual learners and companies alike, at all proficiency levels from A1 (beginner) up to C2 (advanced) per the CEFR. Programs can be tailored to personal goals, industry needs (e.g., business Russian), or exam preparation.

4. Do you offer online courses?

Yes — courses are offered fully online. Students can join live lessons via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom or similar platforms) with teachers and other participants.

5. How long does it take to learn Russian?

Learning time varies by goal and intensity:

  • Basic communication for travel: a few days of intensive study.

  • Intermediate fluency (spoken and written): ~1–3 years.

  • Academic mastery: ~5–7 years.
    Progress depends on study time, language exposure, and practice.

6. Does my native language affect how fast I learn?

Yes — speakers of other Slavic languages (e.g., Ukrainian, Bulgarian) may find learning Russian easier and faster due to similarities in grammar and vocabulary.

7. How many class hours are recommended per level?

Approximate study hours by level:

  • A1: 48 hours

  • A2: 48 hours

  • B1: 120 hours

  • B2: 120 hours

  • C1: 120 hours

  • C2: 120 hours
    (Each level may be split into two 60-hour parts.)

8. Are there courses for companies or business use?

Yes — corporate Russian language training is available with:

  • Pre-course level testing

  • Customized curriculum

  • Progress reporting

  • Certificates for participants upon completion
    Focus includes general language skills and business communication.

9. What formats of Russian language courses do you offer?

  • Individual (private) lessons — fastest progress, tailored to you.

  • Group classes — interactive lessons with peers.

  • Online lessons — flexible scheduling via video tools.

  • Business and exam preparation courses — customized content.

10. Are individual lessons available?

Yes. Private Russian lessons are recommended if you want faster progress with personalized attention. Although the hourly rate may be higher, you often need fewer total hours than in group classes.

11. How much do the courses cost?

  • Group course (24 classes / 48 academic hours): from ~299 EUR (incl. VAT).

  • Individual lessons: from ~20 EUR + VAT per academic hour (45 min).
    Actual fees vary by course level and format; contact the language centre for exact pricing.

12. How do I register or apply?

You can register online via the application form or contact Baltic Media by e-mail or phone to choose your level and course format.

13. Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes — participants receive certificates showing the level achieved, as these courses are part of registered educational programs.