Description:
Our program is a unique chance to get a first-hand experience of the Russian culture and Siberian hospitality, learn the Russian language, live, work and study in a residential setting with Russian students and teachers, participating together in all the exciting activities scheduled through the program, and to meet interesting people from different countries of the world who like yourself are very keen on the Russian language and culture.
The program combines language instruction with organized activities such as arts and crafts projects, workshops, music and drama, games and contests, art and drawing, inventive engaging performances and shows, sports and outdoor activities, excursions. Structured Russian language classes are incorporated into the program.
Highlights:
Being comprehensive and unique, and offering very competitive prices, our program is a very attractive option. The structured residential system seeks to develop language, social, communicative, educational, cultural and health-promoting skills to all participants in an interesting way according to age and ability. The program is a great chance to learn Russian and get a first-hand experience of the Russian culture and lifestyle. It is a fact that many students and volunteers return to the program year after year as a testament to the success of the program.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Have you always wanted to add some meaning to an overseas adventure?
Do you want a new, challenging experience?
Do you like to meet people from other countries and get your energy from working towards a goal as part of a team?
Are you willing to gain experience, improve communication abilities, and develop skills that will help in your future employment?
Have you ever daydreamed about gaining insight into the Russian culture and life in a way no traveler could?
If 'yes' is the answer, then our volunteer opportunities is the best way for you to spend your summer vacation.
Travel Types:
Language Immersion,
Native Culture Studies
and Volunteering
Type of Programs:
Community Service / Volunteerism,
Cultural Exploration
and Language Immersion
Languages:
English,
French,
German
and Russian
Languages Used As A Medium of Teaching:
English
and Russian
Cost in US$: from 550 USD
Cost Includes:
Excursions,
Food,
Housing,
In-country staff support,
Language instruction
and Registration fees
* Accommodation and full board (3 meals + snack per day)
* Russian tuition
* Exciting cultural and recreational program
* Excursion program
* Transportation from/to the local airport in Novosibirsk
* Visa support (letter of invitation and registration upon arrival)
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
counseling,
education,
English teaching,
sports,
teaching
and volunteering
Typical Volunteer: We are looking for native speakers of English, German, French, Spanish and other languages, who would like to be Volunteer Teachers of their language. No previous teaching experience is required. University students are eligible to apply as volunteer teachers/workshop coordinators. We are looking for people who are energetic, enthusiastic, open-minded, sociable, enjoy camp experiences, are willing to share their knowledge and culture.
Age Range: For students minimum age 10 years old. Minimum age of volunteers is 18 years old. No maximum age limits.
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Other
Participants Travel to Russia
Independently
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 10 - 15
Application Process Involves:
- Resume
- Written Application