I can honestly say that Maria is the best teacher I have ever worked with. I began with little to no skill with Russian language and after 3 months, I was able to communicate and understand far beyond my expectations. Not only is Maria a fantastic teacher; but she is incredibly funny and nice. At times studying Russian can be frustrating and exhausting but Maria was always able to create a good vibe in the classroom, which created a more sustainable learning environment. Thank you so much, Maria - I look forward to learning again with you in the future!