Alena is a brilliant teacher. Very understanding and patient. I am an absolute beginner in Russian and she tailors each of my lessons to best suit me and help me progress naturally, I have learned a lot about the Russian language and culture under her tutelage . She is also very friendly, charismatic and always on hand to help.

I Would Recommend Alena to everyone who is wanting to Learn. Very friendly, Gives you plenty guidance and resources for you to use when learning.

Judged my standard well and sets appropriately challenging homework. Lessons are the right mix of speaking, vocabulary and grammar.

Alena is really patient and explains all aspects of the lesson really clearly.

Alena is friendly and explains things in an easy to understand way. Communication via email or phone is excellent and she prepares a structured learning path that is easy to follow. I would highly recommend her. Frank Cowie

Alena is very helpful and lessons are relaxed and never rushed. I would recommend Alena to anyone wanting to learn Russian. She is extremely patient and has a good sense of humour. I think I have learned a lot and my confidence has increased markedly in only a few lessons.