Russian school Sputnik offers a wide variety of Russian classes that are usually held in small groups to maximize the learning experience and to practice communication skills. We take into account an individual’s language level, learning style, and cognitive abilities. For younger students, we offer interactive learning: we often play as we learn new concepts and vocabulary. Various resources are used to make learning fun and memorable and to help better retain new material. Saturdays (10am-5pm) at 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754.
School Sputnik offers a wide variety of Russian classes. We can help you learn the language at any level, from basic, elementary, to the proficient, and design lessons to meet your interests and needs. If you have never studied Russian before and would like to learn it, school Sputnik will give a head start and lead you through the learning process. If Russian is your native language, come and polish your skills, get a deeper understanding, read great literary masterpieces with us and be inspired to write your own. If you are bilingual and Russian is your inherited language, we will assist you in improving your knowledge and learning it in depth. The classes are usually held in small groups to maximize the learning experience and to practice communication skills. We take into account an individual’s language level, learning style, and cognitive abilities. The language is not merely taught as a set of grammar rules but as part of Russian cultural heritage. However, if you prefer private lessons, we will gladly accommodate your interests. We use a multi-faceted approach in teaching the Russian language. It is not only rigorous grammar and rote memorization of the rules. Special attention is also given to enriching vocabulary through reading and discussing literature, and to the developing of speech and confident communication skills. For younger students, we offer interactive learning: we often play as we learn new concepts and vocabulary. Various resources are used to make learning fun and memorable and to help better retain new material. Every age and every level and stage are welcome!
The Austin Russian Cultural Center invites you and your children to Sputnik School, classes are held on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The school is a part of the Russian Cultural Center in Austin (Texas-registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) and offers classes in the Russian language. Classes for children (Russian language, literature, chess, robotics, science, arts and crafts, drawing, ceramics, music, theater, and many more!) and classes for adults (Russian language, English and Spanish languages, yoga, painting, dance classes, Business in the USA, etc.). The classes are taught by both professional teachers and volunteers.
To register, please select the classes in the registration form or contact us at: olga@russianaustin.com
FALL SEMESTER 2026
We are happy to announce the beginning of the fall semester at Sputnik Saturday School in Austin! This semester, classes will be held at the AARC building located at 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754. The first day of classes will be September 5. We look forward to seeing our students and parents again and starting another school year together!
Please note that this semester classes will be held simultaneously at two locations:
Sputnik, for older children, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX
SPUTNIK
📍 Asian American Resource Center | 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin | 🕙 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Children ages 4 and up, with most classes designed for ages 7+ | Between classes, children move from one classroom to another independently or with the help of their parents | During the day, children attend 7 classes, each lasting 40 minutes. Breaks between classes and a lunch break are included.
Mishki Preschool, for younger children, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM | 106 E Lola Dr, Austin, TX
MISHKI
📍 106 E Lola Dr, Austin
🕙 10:00 AM–5:00 PM | 👧👦 Children ages 4–7 | Throughout the day, children remain with their teachers and move between classes together. The program includes Russian language, interactive reading, math and logic, theater, drawing and creative activities, dance, active games, science, cooking, ceramics, and other classes.
School dates: September 5, 19, 26 | October 3, 10, 17, 24 | November 7, 14, 21 | December 5 and 12
Payment options:
• 1 class — $20
• 1 full day — $100
• Semester, 12 Saturdays — $150 per class
A 20% discount is available for the second child.
We will be very happy to welcome your children back to our friendly school community and spend another interesting, educational, and engaging semester together!
Additional fees:
- Materials and costumes for ceramics, ballet, and theater: $25 per semester per family
- Lunch: $5 per day or $40 per semester per child
- New Year’s concert: $25 per child, covering venue rental and a gift
Workshops, field trips, and events:
Throughout the semester, we also plan to offer 2–3 hour workshops approximately once a month. We are also planning family field trips to make the learning experience even more engaging and varied.
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If you have any questions, we are always available and happy to help. We look forward to the beginning of the school year, warm reunions, and many exciting discoveries together!
If you have any additional questions, please contact us at: olga@russianaustin.com
The program includes classes in the Russian language: academic classes and arts & crafts. We also host exhibitions of paintings, crafts, book exchange (book club), theater performances, concerts and other cultural events (see Calendar of Events). The school is located at 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754
– How to enroll, and what is the structure of the classes?
The registration is open. If you would like to attend our classes on Saturdays, please send e-mail regarding registration to Olga at olga@russianaustin.com
We are excited to see our old friends and meet new ones. Another great school year we are offering classes at our favorite building at 8401 Cameron Rd in Austin. There is excellent outside space. We will be having some of the classes outside, weather permitting.
We are happy to keep supporting the community through excellent education and rich social life. Please come join us!
You can take any trial class for free. You can also attend individual classes at any time without registration – payment for each separate class (any class can be taken): $20
All administrative work of the school is carried out exclusively by volunteers: 100% of the payment goes to cover the rent of the premises, the necessary materials and the salaries of the teachers. The school really needs volunteers to help organize the schedule. Please write to us if you have any ideas on how to support the Center in general or the School in particular.
– What is the Russian Cultural Center in Austin?
The Russian Cultural Center (RussianAustin.com) is a new non-profit project aimed at bringing together and promoting the Russian-speaking cultures in Austin, Texas. Among the already implemented projects of the Center: the printed magazine Russian Austin, Russian-speaking childcare “Mishki”, a website with numerous interviews of Russian-speaking residents of the city and other useful resources, the organization of a series of art exhibitions, holiday celebrations and concerts. In the nearest future we are planning to further expand our school Sputnik program. The center also develops online resources and organizes events for communication and support. It is important to mention that the Center is focused on promoting and uniting the cultures of the Russian-speaking countries. Please note, that no political aspects fall within the scope of work and interests of the Russian Cultural Center in Austin.
Questions:
We will be happy to answer any questions by email – news@russianaustin.com
