Stanislav Academy / Extra Class Language Center
Can I learn to speak Russian?
Yes, you can! And it can be fun, fast, and exciting.
Innovative & stimulating approach.
More than 20 years of teaching experience.
Thousands of happy clients.
Welcome to Stanislav Academy – a hub for teachers and learners of Russian as a Foreign Language

Stanislav Academy (Extra Class language center, est. 2002) was founded by Stanislav & Alla Chernyshov in 2002. Since then we’ve been revolutionizing Russian language education for decades. Whether you’re a student looking for immersion or a teacher seeking innovative methods, we have something for you.

Our projects & services
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  • Catering to a global audience, Stanislav Academy offers online Russian language courses that emphasize an engaging and efficient learning experience. The curriculum is designed to develop speaking, listening, and comprehension skills through interactive activities, preparing students for real-life interactions in Russian.
  • In collaboration with the Baltic Center, the Academy conducts immersive Russian language programs in Riga, Latvia. These courses combine classroom instruction with cultural activities, providing students with a holistic language learning experience. Participants can choose from various accommodation options, including host families, to further enhance their cultural immersion.
  • This innovative online platform offers automated exercises with audio and video components, allowing students to practice and reinforce their grammatical skills independently. It's an invaluable resource for both learners and educators aiming to enhance their understanding of Russian grammar.
  • We have sold more than 190 000 internationally acclaimed textbooks "Poekhali" created by our school founders. Spanning 4 books and 2 workbooks, the series is used at universities and language schools from Brazil to Japan and from Canada to Australia and consistently ranks among the best-selling Russian language resources globally..
  • We provide specialized courses for both novice and experienced teachers of Russian as a Foreign Language (РКИ). These programs focus on practical teaching methods, integrating modern linguistic and psychological insights to enhance instructional effectiveness.
  • The Academy's YouTube channel provides a variety of educational content, including lessons, cultural insights, and discussions, making Russian language learning accessible and enjoyable for a broad audience
Our expertise and reputation
Stanislav Academy, previously known as Extra Class language Center (2002-2022, St.Petersburg, Russia), offers exceptional Russian language courses to international learners.
With 25+ years of experience and a team of expert teachers, we've guided thousands from over 40 countries to fluency. We have taught students from the IMF, the WHO, the UN, The BBC, The Times, Siemens, Der Spiegel, Credit Swiss, students, and lecturers from leading universities.We have thousands of happy students from over 40 countries and have always provided amazing results.
Corporate solutions are available upon request.
Start your journey today!
Ready to embark on a rewarding language-learning adventure?
Join our classes, say goodbye to dull one-size-fits-all lessons, and enjoy the benefits of our personalized, convenient, and engaging approach.
Still in doubt? Contact us and have all your questions answered!
Who We Are
Our mission is to make Russian learning accessible, engaging, and effective.
  • Stanislav Chernyshov
    Academic Director
    Stanislav is a graduate of St. Petersburg State University, co-founder of Extra-Class Language Center/Stanislav Academy (St.Petersburg, Riga), and the author of worldwide famous “Poekhali!” course books and Active Russian Grammar self-study platform. He has developed a teachers' training programs and gives workshops all around Europe. He's currently teaching at Graz University Institut für Slawistik in Austria.

  • Alla Chernyshova
    CEO, teacher, co-author
    Alla Chernyshova has degrees from St. Petersburg Institute of Foreign Languages and St. Petersburg State University, she's a co-founder of Extra-Class Language Center/Stanislav Academy (St.Petersburg, Riga), and the co-author of worldwide famous “Poekhali!” course books and Active Russian Grammar self-study platform.
  • Irina Belyaeva
    Teacher
    Irina seeks to combine solid academic quality with a fun teaching approach in her lessons. She has a Master's degree in Russian Philology and Culture and another one in Philosophy and History of Religion, which inspire and shape her way of teaching.
"Poekhali!" books
Your rocket-power course books for teaching and learning Russian.
One of the things that make us really special is the fact we’ve created “Poekhali!” (Let’s go!) coursebooks, the most student-and-teacher-friendly books available today. They are very popular with universities and language schools in Russia, Europe and worldwide with more than 200 000 copies sold and counting! Many Russian books and courses are way too old-fashioned and conservative, others are not linguistically accurate. “Poekhali!”, written by professional linguists Stanislav Chernyshov and Alla Chernyshova and based on innovative teaching techniques, teaches you up-to-date Russian, and makes learning Russian efficient, easy and fun.
Stay connected with us and keep learning!
+43(664)99891819
stanislavacademy@mailfence.com
activegrammar@proton.me

Riga, Latvia
Vienna, Austria