Latvia for Youth: Language, Community Engagement & Culture
by: SRAS
Spend four inspiring weeks in Riga, Latvia building real-world Russian language skills while experiencing the Baltic region through the eyes of local youth. Students live with carefully selected Russian-speaking host families and study each morning at the Liden & Denz Language School, rapidly growing their confidence in small-group classes and daily immersion. Afternoons are dedicated to meaningf...
Spend four inspiring weeks in Riga, Latvia building real-world Russian language skills while experiencing the Baltic region through the eyes of local youth. Students live with carefully selected Russian-speaking host families and study each morning at the Liden & Denz Language School, rapidly growing their confidence in small-group classes and daily immersion. Afternoons are dedicated to meaningful volunteering with the Young Folks youth organization, where participants join teams, contribute to community projects, and gain hands-on leadership experience alongside Latvian peers. Each week explores a new theme—Introducing Latvia, Soviet Echoes, Made in Latvia, and Baltic Identity—supported by engaging excursions, workshops, and discussions with local youth. A major highlight is the weeken...
Program Highlights
High school program blending intensive Russian language study, service learning, and cultural programming.
Students gain hands-on experience in leadership, community engagement, project design, and intercultural collaboration alongside Latvian peers.
Overnight trip to the Young Folks Weekend Festival (seaside).
You will be paired with another participant and stay with an experienced Russian-speaking host family to experience daily life in Riga and practice your Russian!
Riga, Latvia’s capital on the Baltic Sea, combines medieval charm with a vibrant modern culture, making it an ideal place to study Russian while experiencing Northern Europe.
Quick Details
- Riga, Latvia
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Language Immersion
- American
Program Details
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Locations
- Riga, Latvia
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Russian
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Letters of Reference
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Spend four inspiring weeks in Riga, Latvia building real-world Russian language skills while experiencing the Baltic region through the eyes of local youth. Students live with carefully selected Russian-speaking host families and study each morning at the Liden & Denz Language School, rapidly growing their confidence in small-group classes and daily immersion. Afternoons are dedicated to meaningful volunteering with the Young Folks youth organization, where participants join teams, contribute to community projects, and gain hands-on leadership experience alongside Latvian peers. Each week explores a new theme—Introducing Latvia, Soviet Echoes, Made in Latvia, and Baltic Identity—supported by engaging excursions, workshops, and discussions with local youth. A major highlight is the weeken...
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Ready to Learn More?
Spend four inspiring weeks in Riga, Latvia building real-world Russian language skills while experiencing the Baltic region through the eyes of local youth. Students live with carefully selected Russian-speaking host families and study each morning at the Liden & Denz Language School, rapidly growing their confidence in small-group classes and daily immersion. Afternoons are dedicated to meaningful volunteering with the Young Folks youth organization, where participants join teams, contribute to community projects, and gain hands-on leadership experience alongside Latvian peers. Each week explores a new theme—Introducing Latvia, Soviet Echoes, Made in Latvia, and Baltic Identity—supported by engaging excursions, workshops, and discussions with local youth. A major highlight is the weeken...
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