Speak Russian with your partner’s family and friends — naturally and confidently
A beginner-friendly course where you start having real conversations, laughing, and connecting in Russian from day one.
Discover the course
Start speaking from day one
Even with a small vocabulary, you’ll begin using Russian in real conversations right away.
Learn Russian you actually use
Focus on real-life conversations, not textbook phrases.
Grammar made simple
Small, easy-to-use chunks you can apply immediately — no overload, no confusion.
300+ students started speaking Russian with me
8+ years teaching beginners
4,000+ YouTube subscribers
1,000+ podcast listeners practicing Russian every week
I remember sitting at my Hungarian in-laws' dining table, picking at my food while conversations swirled around me in a language I barely understood.

My husband would lean over occasionally: "They're talking about their neighbor's dog." Five minutes later: "Now it's about the weather." But he couldn't translate everything. And honestly? I felt like I was making everyone's life harder just by being there.

I had been "learning Hungarian" for months. I knew how to order coffee or how to ask for directions—all those textbook phrases. But I couldn't tell my mother-in-law about my work. I couldn't be part of the conversation that actually mattered.
Does this sound familiar?
I've talked to hundreds of beginners, and here's what I keep hearing...
Another video call with your partner's family. Everyone's laughing, talking fast, sharing stories. Your partner leans over: "They're asking about your work"... "Oh, that's a joke about their neighbor." But they can't translate everything. They're tired. You can see it. And you're just sitting there, smiling and nodding, feeling like the outsider in what should be your own family.
You know words. Maybe you know "работа" (work), "семья" (family), "хорошо" (good). You've collected vocabulary from Duolingo, YouTube videos, random Google searches. But when your partner's dad asks you a question on the video call, your mind goes blank. The words are all there, floating around separately, but you can't connect them into an actual sentence. So your partner jumps in and answers for you. Again.
You've downloaded apps. They teach you how to "ask for directions to the train station" or "order soup in a restaurant." But here's what you actually need: how to tell your partner's mom about your day. How to ask about their garden. How to share a small story from your weekend. The disconnect is frustrating—you're learning Russian for someone else's life, not yours.
Russian grammar feels like a puzzle with a thousand pieces and no picture on the box. Six cases. Perfective and imperfective verbs. Gendered nouns. Verb conjugations that seem to follow no pattern. It's overwhelming. And every time you try to start, you wonder: "Do I really need to understand all of this just to have a simple conversation?"
Russian Made Simple: Level 1
A beginner course built around one simple idea: You only learn what you can actually use in real life.
No random words. No theory “just in case.”
  • Start speaking early
    You build real sentences and start speaking from the very first lessons
  • Real-life topics
    Travel, work, free time, food, everyday situations — you learn Russian for real conversations
  • Simple grammar chunks
    No long rules or heavy explanations. Grammar comes in small, manageable pieces and shows how it actually works in real speech.
  • Living, useful vocabulary
    You learn real words and phrases that people actually use — and you can apply them right after practice.
Who this course is for?
✔️ This course is for you if…
  • You’re a beginner and don’t know where to start

  • You want to actually speak Russian, not just recognize words in an app

  • You have a Russian-speaking partner, friends, or family and want to join real conversations

  • You prefer a clear structure instead of random lessons and videos

  • You want to learn Russian for real life situations — travel, everyday talk, food, work

  • You feel curious and motivated, even if you’re a bit nervous about starting
This course is NOT for you if…
  • You’re looking for advanced grammar or exam preparation

  • You expect instant fluency without regular practice

  • You’re already comfortable speaking Russian at an intermediate level

  • You want a purely academic or textbook-style course
See the difference Russian Made Simple makes
Same effort. Very different results.
Learning with apps and random videos, but still not speaking
❌ Knowing some words, but forgetting them again and again
❌ Unable to say anything meaningful in Russian yet
❌ Feeling like you need hours a day to see any progress
❌ No time or energy to plan everything on your own
❌ Grammar feels big, scary, and overwhelming

Following a clear, ready-made learning plan designed for complete beginners
✅ Remembering words more easily through regular, structured repetition
✅ Speaking from the first lessons
✅ Seeing real progress with just 20–25 minutes a day
✅ No need to plan or guess what to study next
✅ Grammar feels manageable and makes sense in context
How the course takes you from zero to speaking Russian
Your personal learning routine
Set clear, achievable goals and create a learning habit that fits your life.
  • You’ll know what to learn, when, and how to practice 🤗
  • Integrate Russian into your daily life naturally
Reading and basic Russian sounds
Learn the alphabet, read your first words, and pronounce tricky Russian sounds.
  • You’ll be able to read simple Russian words and sentences
  • Start asking and answering basic questions like “How are you?” 🤩
Introducing yourself and talking about people
Speak about yourself, your family, and friends with confidence.
  • Introduce yourself: name, nationality, languages
  • Talk about family members and friends 💃
  • Practice real-life conversations about people around you
Daily life and free time
Talk about your everyday life, hobbies, and free-time activities.
  • Describe your daily routine and free-time activities 😎
  • Use common verbs and basic grammar
  • Start forming short sentences confidently
Talking about past, places, and things
Learn to talk about what happened and describe your surroundings.
  • Use the past tense to share experiences
  • Describe places, cities, and things 😄
  • Learn basic adjectives and plural nouns for real conversations
Work, weather, and future plans
Speak about your job, colleagues, and what’s coming next.
  • Talk about your job, colleagues, and personality traits 🤓
  • Discuss the weather and simple future events
  • Gain confidence to plan and talk about upcoming activities
Food, travel, and holidays
Learn vocabulary for eating, traveling, and celebrating.
  • Talk about food and meals
  • Learn essential words for travel, transport, and packing
  • Describe holidays, festivals, and gifts in Russian 🥳
Take a look inside the course
Each lesson is designed to be simple, practical, and easy to follow.
Привет, I’m Yulia — your Russian teacher and language coach
Who I am / My experience:

  • Certified Russian teacher and language coach
  • Mentor for self-study learners and lesson reviewer at a language school, supporting both students and teachers
  • Created 2 graded reading books for beginners

My approach:

  • Focused on personalized learning, making Russian structured, engaging, and motivating
  • Clear explanations, practical exercises, and real-life language practice
  • Courses and materials designed to make Russian approachable and easy to start speaking with confidence
Russian can feel intimidating at first — tricky sounds, grammar, and new words can feel overwhelming. I guide you step by step, helping you build confidence, enjoy your progress, and start speaking from day one. My lessons and materials are designed to make Russian clear, approachable, and fun, so you never feel lost or stuck.
Trusted by hundreds of students and thousands of language lovers
What my students say
reviews from italki
  • Best language learning experience I've ever had. I'm learning so much and I am encouraged to talk constantly about things I'm actually able to talk about.
    Colton
    Canada
  • High quality teacher. Gives a comprehensive grammar lesson with the application of new concepts in balance.
    Adam
    USA
  • Yulia is such a great teacher. Her lessons are interactive and engaging, and she's very patient and encouraging!
    Kodi Wild
    USA
  • Yulia is a pleasure to learn from. She is patient with questions and good instincts about what a student needs and areas to focus on for improvement.
    timeforfun2009
    USA
What’s included in
Russian Made Simple: Level 1

  • Almost 9 hours of video lessons
    short, digestible lessons designed for beginners
  • Speaking practice in every module
    start speaking, even if you’re shy or don’t have a conversation partner yet
  • 400+ practice tasks
    practice speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar
  • Quizlet set with 500+ words and phrases
    designed to help you remember every key word and phrase from the course
  • Downloadable grammar PDFs
    simple, clear, ready to use
  • Practical tips on integrating Russian into daily life
  • Private Telegram chat
    ask questions, share progress, get personal answers for 3 months
  • Certificate of completion
Free bonuses included
Total value: $60+
  • 3-Month Language Learning Planner (value $20)
  • Graded Reading Book (value $10)
  • Writing Journal (value $10)
  • Bonus content: habit tracker, extra planners, songs, memes
I also offer a 14-day money-back guarantee on my course.

Here's how it works:
  1. You have 14 days from the date of purchase to evaluate the course.
  2. You're eligible for a refund if you complete less than 4 course chapters within this period.
  3. If you decide the course isn't right for you, you can request a 100% refund.
  4. To request a refund, contact me within the 14-day period.
  5. Once approved, you'll receive your refund within 14 days.

This guarantee allows you to try my course risk-free while ensuring you've given it a fair chance.
Join the course
Start: February 02

✔️ 12-month access to the self-paced course on the educational platform

✔️ Almost 9 hours of video lessons

✔️ Speaking practice in every module

✔️ 400+ practice tasks

✔️ Quizlet set with 500+ words & phrases you’ll actually remember

✔️ Downloadable grammar PDFs

✔️ Practical tips to integrate Russian into daily life

✔️Certificate of completion

✔️Private Telegram chat — ask questions, share progress, get personal answers for 3 months


🎁Bonuses included (total value $60+): planner, reading book, writing journal, habit tracker, extra planners
Price: $180
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