A TV programme called Sasha and Kasha. Translates to Sasha and Porridge. The show features Samuel Hyland from the British House, as he attempts to cook the traditional English dish of cauliflower cheese.
British House on Zebra TV
The following is a link to some video interviews with British House students on Zebra TV.
“We are interested in all aspects of life and all its nuances. We are confident that the black stripe is always white. Zebra TV is dedicated to bringing you objective information, contrasting views and positions, and unusual points of view.”
Bonfire night at British House
Until now, the citizens of Vladimir had never heard of Bonfire night or Guy Forkes. We wanted to make a fire a the British House but we decided the safer option would be out of town. We filled two coaches of anticipated people and headed for the countryside…..
Although the fire was a little on the small side, we had a great time. People tasted toffee apples for the first time.
Winter Wonderland
The City
The City of Vladimir is one of the oldest Russian communities. It is located in the heart of the historic Vladimir region (Vladimirskaya Oblast) 180 kilometers (115 miles) northeast of Moscow on the bank of the Klyazma River. The city was founded in either 990 or 1108, depending on which historians you consult. For the better part of two centuries (from 1157 to the mid 1300s) it was the capital of ancient Rus. Vladimir is now considered one of the major members of the Golden Ring of communities which have played a significant role in Russian history.
Among many other attractions, the City boasts three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These are the Golden Gates, Vladimir’s unofficial symbol, and the Assumption and St. Demetrius Cathedrals. The city is also home to several award winning museums, art galleries and theaters; a number of world-class performing groups, artists, and artisans, and several first rate institutions of higher learning.
Tourists from all over the world travel to Vladimir to enjoy its vibrant culture and its rich religious and secular historic architecture.
Over the past few years the town has developed dramatically. Three new shopping malls have sprung up, Night clubs, new bars opened, fitness clubs, coffee shops and all things you would expect from a modern city.
Vladimir has all the amenities of a city with the feel of a small town. Locals are interested in meeting foreigners.
Some interesting facts about Vladimir:
A bottle of vodka costs little more than 2 pounds!
Russians love English football, All Man utd, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool games can be watched live on TV. Most foreigners flock to the Korner Café. A sports bar located in the city center.
The unofficial ratio of Women to men in Vladimir is 4-1.
Russia now celebrates itself as a nation of vast diversity and vibrancy, after years of communism.
The historic city of Vladimir is an ideal setting in which to become immersed in Russian culture. This 1,000 year old city of more than 300,000 is located approximately 120 miles northeast of Moscow. Students are met at the airport in Moscow and driven past vast forests and fields, through villages and small towns to this former capitol of ancient Rus.
During your stay you will travel to the nearby picturesque town of Suzdal, the capital Moscow (a country in its own right) and, St. Petersburg, in addition to touring the historic sights of Vladimir. You will become intimately acquainted with the increasingly modern shops and outdoor markets, and visit your new Russian friends in their Soviet-era apartments.
Learning Russian
Whilst in Vladimir you will be taught Russian by experienced and qualified teachers. The course will take place at the prestigious Vladimir University and you will be able to practice your Russian on a day-to-day basis as you spend time in this magical city.
Environmental Learning
Living, working and playing in this magical city will allow you to automatically soak up the russian language and culture. This method of immersing yourself in the real parts of a foreign country enables people to learn to switch to thinking, dreaming and automatically speaking russian at any time.
The Environment
Details about the teaching environment for studying Russian
Become one of our teachers
In order to become one of our teachers we simply ask that you have at least one terms availability and a TEFL qualification.. Don’t have one? No worries – just use our contact form and let us know your locality and we will point you in the right direction. You can be trained up quickly and in plenty of time for our Autumn intake of teachers.
The Students
You will be working with students of various ages but all with a huge appetite for learning. Russians are known for working hard so you will have keen and focused students who are a pleasure to teach.
