varenik sibirskii / Valeriia Sibirtseva

Russian lessons online
with a Native Teacher

individual classes for adults

A0 - C2
(beginners-advanced)

55 min / 85 min
online lessons

16+

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боли студента, сделать h2 мою фотку

— Bob Dylan

why me?

Certified tutor with 13-year-teaching experience

you can read more about education & experience;
check my diplomas
on the corresponding page, button above ⬆️ КНОПКУ ДОБАВИТЬ
What one lesson with me includes
One class with me is more than just a lesson — it’s a structured learning system designed around you.

Each lesson includes:
- A personal learning plan for 1 month
- clear goals for 3–6 months
- Individual preparation for every class (based on your goals, interests, learning style, deadlines)
- A 55-minute live lesson
- Personal homework prepared after the lesson
- Homework check with detailed feedback:
— written corrections
— short, clear voice messages explaining your mistakes and how to fix them

You always know what you’re learning, why, and how it moves you forward.
How we work during lessons
I use a combination of methods that help you build real speaking skills, not just knowledge about the language:
- A well-structured student’s book
- My own practical worksheetsthat help grammar become a built-in skill, not something you overthink
- A wide range of short authentic Russian videos
— even beginners start listening to real native speech from the very beginning

I strongly believe that early exposure to authentic speech is key.
From my experience, this boosts listening comprehension faster and more effectively than traditional methods.
Language support
I can explain things in:
- English
- French
- Spanish
However, I prefer to use Russian as much as possible and encourage you to respond in Russian.
This approach is well proven:
students start using the language sooner, more confidently, and more naturally when they don’t rely too much on a “helper language”.
What results you can expect
Beginners
After 1 month:
- You start speaking from the first lessons
- You understand simple authentic speech with support
After 3.5 months:
- You can communicate with native speakers on simple topics
- Express basic needs
- Understand everyday conversations
- Speak in present and past tense
- Confidently use 3 grammatical cases
After 5.5 months:
- Talk about the future
- Use verbs of motion
- Add 3 more cases
- Use the Imperative to ask for and insist on things
Intermediate & Upper-Intermediate (B1–B2)
If you already have a solid base, we focus on depth and flexibility:
- Expanding speaking confidence
- Refining grammar and vocabulary
- Improving listening and reading comprehension
- Working with:
1. prefixes and suffixes
2. verb types and aspects
3. conditionals
4. subjunctive forms
5. passive voice
The goal is to help you sound natural, confident, and precise in real conversations.

my students' feedback

Individual class 🏆

🎯 choose the best option for you

№ 1
Russian Immersion Coaching
(personal feedback)

👉 for fast, serious progress
✅ structured individual programme based on your goal 💪
✅ individual homework (voice & written)
✅ corrections (in voice & written + the rule)
✅ 1-3-6 month plan
✅ progress check
💯🚀🎯 + TRKI if needed

$35 / 55 min

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№ 2
Structured Russian Lesson
(feedback)

👉for structured learning
✔️ structured programme
✔️ written h/w
✔️ corrections (in written)
✔️ 1-3 month plan
✔️ progress check

$25 / 55 min

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№ 3
Russian
as a Hobby
(take it easy, bro 😉)

👉 for fun and light study
✔️ structured programme
✔️ 1 month plan
✔️ progress check
❌ no h/w

$20 / 55 min

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№4
Boost
your speaking
🚀

👉 for speaking skills ↗️
✅ spontaneous speech
✅ safe place for mistakes
✅ corrections in needed
✅ free / your topic
❌ no h/w

$20 / 45 min

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Methods of Payments

On a regular basic monthly I send you a receipt (in usd) via

PaySend (for payments outside of Russia)

Russian bank (if you are in Russian),

Freedom bank Kazakhstan.

the fee: 1-1.5 standard units for PaySend;

I will make a receipt for you and you will only have to click on it & confirm the purchase.

The party sending the money is responsible for paying the fee.

Lesson Policy & Terms of Cooperation

Please read carefully before booking a lesson.
These rules exist to protect your progress, my time, and our mutual commitment.

1. Monthly payment & punctuality
Regular students pay for the month in advance, within the first week of the month.
- If the student is late, the lesson is not extended.
- If the teacher is late, the lost time will be added to the same or the next lesson.
If the student is absent for 30 minutes without any notice,
the lesson is considered completed and paid.
Exception:
sudden internet loss or natural disasters — in this case, the lesson is fully rescheduled, even without prior notice.
2. Cancellations & rescheduling
Lessons are not cancelled, only rescheduled.
- A rescheduled lesson must take place within 2 weeks, at a time convenient for both sides.
- If this does not happen within 2 weeks, the lesson is considered completed and paid.
This rule does not apply to illness or relocation, in which case:
- the lesson is rescheduled at your availability, or
- the payment is transferred to future lessons.
3. Planned rescheduling (holidays, events, personal plans)
Please notify me in advance:
- At least 24 hours for weekday lessons
- At least 48 hours for weekend lessons
Otherwise, the lesson cannot be rescheduled or recalculated.
Please respect my time as I respect yours.
4. Force majeure
In force majeure situations beyond the student’s control (including long-term medical treatment):
- lessons will be rescheduled,
- if rescheduling is impossible, a refund will be issued (including the cost of missed and upcoming lessons for the month).
- Any PaySend fees are covered by me.
If force majeure situations occur frequently, unfortunately, we will have to stop our cooperation.
Regularity is essential for visible results.
5. Speaking / Reading Classes & Clubs
Classes follow a fixed schedule.
- A subscription includes 4-5 sessions for a month.
- Payment must be made no later than 2 hours before the first session.
- Missed sessions are not charged.
If the time does not suit you, please let me know and mention your time zone.
6. General recommendations

General Russian:
2 times a week — recommended
Once a week — possible
Speaking practice:
As many sessions as you wish, but regularity is key
7. Communication with parents (for young learners)
I am always happy to provide feedback to parents.
I notify parents about:
- repeated tardiness
- missing homework
- any issues that interfere with learning
Final note
I am flexible and understanding — life happens.
At the same time, these rules reflect my professional and personal experience and are essential for respectful and effective cooperation.
I plan my schedule carefully to ensure regular lessons.
Only in exceptional cases may I ask to reschedule, always informing you in advance.
These rules save:
- our time
- your money
- my energy
If you are ready to work consistently —
I’m looking forward to your message.