Russian teacher Lana

Lana

Smart Lesson
Professional Teacher
Teaches
Russian
Native
English
Speaks
Italian
English for Digital Nomads, IT Freelancers & Travelers | 19+ Years | Science-Based
From Russian FederationLiving in Chiang Mai, Thailand (13:06 UTC+04:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 20, 2014
InterestsWritingReadingTravelArtScience
I’m Lana—a linguist, traveler, and teacher with over 19 years of experience helping adults master English or Russian for real-life situations. My journey as a language educator has taken me across the globe, working with students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. I previously taught language courses at Chiang Mai University in Thailand, which deepened my understanding of the unique challenges faced by international learners. Living an international, travel-based lifestyle means I constantly move between countries and cultures, and languages have always been at the heart of my life. I specialize in supporting digital nomads, IT freelancers, and global travelers who want to speak confidently for work, travel, relationships, hobbies, and everyday international life. My teaching approach is practical and effective, blending real conversation practice with science-based methods inspired by neuroscience—because I’m fascinated by how the brain learns languages. My mission is to guide you in becoming a version of yourself who can communicate freely and confidently in another language, unlocking new opportunities and experiences. If you’re ready to grow and thrive in your international life, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Book your first class and let’s start your language journey together!
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Audio files
  • Image files
  • Video files
  • Articles and news
  • Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
188
Students
2246
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Russian Lessons

Russian
English
Trial Lesson
110 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Russian for Everyday Life (A0–B2): Because Apps Don’t Teach You How People Actually Speak
A1 -  B2

Language Essentials

793 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 7% off
Let’s Just Talk: Russian Conversation for Connection & Confidence! B1-C1!
B1 -  C1

Conversation

6 lessons completed
USD 36.00

Availability

My creations
Vocabulary (1)
Quiz (35)

178 Reviews

All
English
Russian
Antonina Petrushkina
31 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm so glad I found Lana — she's one of the best teachers I've ever met. Her lessons are clear, engaging, and well-structured. She's friendly, fun, and easy to talk to, which makes every class feel relaxed and enjoyable. At the same time, Lana is professional and always encouraging, creating a space where I feel safe to speak and make mistakes. I already feel more confident speaking, and every class helps me grow. Lana truly has all the qualities that make a great teacher.
Aug 7, 2025
Student Giulia Marie
Giulia Marie
108 Russian lessons
Teacher’s pick
As always, Lana is an incredible resource and a fantastic aid to my Russian Language skills. She is always so bright and cheerful and ready to tackle any challenge with a smile (and a laugh!) I never feel discouraged when leaving our lessons and always look forward to working with her again.
Jun 16, 2020
Leila
147 English lessons
невероятная энергетика, очень доходчиво доносит информацию!
May 17, 2025
Phil Schoonmaker
92 Russian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Lana is an excellent teacher. She always comes to the lessons on time, in good spirits and with excellent content to learn from. She pushes me to challenge myself and is very patient. My Russian has improved dramatically in a short time because of Lana. I highly recommend her to anyone wanting to improve their language skills.
Jul 13, 2020
Dasha
1 Russian lesson
Thank you Lana, it was fun! Looking forward to our next lesson
Apr 3, 2026
Che Xu
30 Russian lessons
Lana is such a great language instructor! She’s fun, very responsible, and knows how to keep her students motivated. She also understands the difficulty of learning a new language, and I was never afraid to ask questions in her class. I highly recommend Lana to any Russian learners!!
Jan 4, 2024