Award-Winning Russian Courses & Classes in Salt Lake City, UT

There are plenty of reasons why you might want to enroll in a Salt Lake City Russian class provided by Varsity Tutors. Perhaps you're a high school student at a local school such as East High School or West High School and need some help with the basics of studying a foreign language. Maybe you're an undergrad at the University of Utah and need to earn foreign language credits as part of your degree. Maybe you're planning a trip to St. Petersburg, or simply want the challenge of learning something new. No matter why you're studying Russian, we can enroll you in a class that meets your needs.

Russian is a very interesting language. It uses the Cyrillic alphabet consisting of 32 letters and a "soft sign" that does not technically qualify as a letter, giving native English speakers new symbols to learn. It is also the official language of one of the world's most powerful countries (Russia), as well as several smaller states such as Belarus and Kyrgyzstan. Keep reading to learn more about how we might be able to help you study this exciting language.

What skills can I practice in a Salt Lake City Russian course?

The key to studying any language is practice, as there is really no other practical way to develop a familiarity with how a language like Russian works. Signing up for a Salt Lake City Russian course sets aside a set amount of time each week for you to practice your Russian, allowing your existing skills to stay sharp while also helping you build new ones in an appropriate learning environment. If you're a novice just beginning your language-learning journey, your instructor can be patient with you as they explain the basics. If you're more experienced, your instructor can conduct entire sessions in Russian to provide a truly immersive experience.

Working with a knowledgeable instructor is also a great way to work on your written Russian. Your instructor might demonstrate how to sketch a quick outline, giving you both a plan of attack and a convenience reference point to jot down any words or phrases you know you'll have to use later. They can also review your completed work and identify what you did well and anywhere you could improve to help guide your future efforts. If you would like to do some additional study on your own time, your teacher can also recommend helpful resources for you to use.

Similarly, your teacher can help you understand the particulars of Russian grammar. For example, all Russian nouns are assigned one of three genders: neuter, feminine, or masculine. Nouns also take different endings according to their role in a sentence, meaning that the same word is pronounced and spelled differently if it is the subject vs,. a direct object. Neither of these concepts exist at all in English, so you might want your instructor to show you memorization techniques to make it easier to recall all of these rules.

How is each Salt Lake City Russian class structured?

Each Salt Lake City Russian course we provide consists of a virtual classroom filled with students studying under the tutelage of a knowledgeable instructor. Every instructor undergoes a thorough vetting and interview process, so you can count on a great communicator who knows how to share the joys of Russian with students. Our proprietary live virtual platform allows you to see and hear your instructor as if you were in the same room, so asking for assistance is as simple as raising your hand.

Our classroom software also allows you to communicate with your peers in real time. Hearing your classmates speak Russian exposes you to a variety of different accents and dialects that more accurately reflect what it would be like to be in a Russian-speaking nation. You can also complete group assignments that may encourage you to approach language-learning in a new way, helping you develop a better understanding of the Russian language concepts. Studying in a group also allows multiple students to split the bill, making formal Russian instruction more affordable than you might think. If you ever feel that you need personalized attention to learn a tricky concept, you can also arrange private study sessions outside of normal class hours to get extra help.

Varsity Tutors understands how busy you are, so we've designed all of our products to accommodate your scheduling needs. We offer multiple Russian courses simultaneously, including two- and four-week options to help you find something that works for you. New courses also start every month, so you never need to wait too long to get started.

Can I sign up for a Salt Lake City Russian course today?

Sure. Varsity Tutors would be happy to enroll you in a Salt Lake City Russian class today. Simply contact an educational consultant using the information provided below to get the process started!