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Bulgarian language & culture through involvement & hands-on activities!

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If you are a foreigner who lives in Bulgaria or is just visiting, willing to be more than a tourist, and is ready for a new experience,

Step to Bulgaria can be your coach in:

  • Acquiring Bulgarian language in an easy, fast, amusing, and effective way;
  • Understanding Bulgarian culture (even the subtlest nuances of it);
  • Exploring Bulgaria from an alternative angle and seeing it with new eyes.

Testimonials

"Nadia is an incredibly professional and thoughtful teacher. She uses a variety of teaching methods that make learning Bulgarian both effective and engaging. Every lesson feels dynamic, with different approaches that help you understand the language from multiple angles. One of the most valuable parts of studying with Nadia is the immersion through real communication. She encourages you to speak, think, and interact in Bulgarian, which helps build confidence and natural fluency."

Tetiana Smotkin (current student)
Translator

"I have been grateful to have Nadia as my Bulgarian teacher. Nadia is helping me to learn Bulgarian and understand the culture quickly. She is adapting the lessons specifically to my needs, helping me build confidence and overcome my struggles with the language. Nadia's enthusiasm, positive energy is contagious and learning Bulgarian is fun!"

Jacqueline Kee (current student)
Freelance photographer and artist

"Learning Bulgarian with Nadia has been an amazing experience. She is not just a teacher who gives you language knowledge — she also introduces you to Bulgarian culture and the way people live and think. Even starting from zero, Nadia helps you begin speaking Bulgarian surprisingly quickly. Her lessons are clear, supportive, and motivating, and she truly cares about her students’ progress."

Slava Smotkin (current student)
HR Department Director at MMDSmart

"When I came to Bulgaria in july 2024 I started immediately my language classes with Nadia and I still continue with it. With her help I am able to communicate with Bulgarians on private and work level, she also helps me to prepare my speeches needed for work. Nadia pays attention to my needs, it is so much fun learning with Nadia due to her positive attitude."

Natalie Zeimer (current student)
Austrian Embassy

"Nadia is an extraordinary teacher! I always look forward to coming to her classes. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and in an impressive way she makes it fun to learn this challenging language. Through all her varied and practical teaching methods, you are pushed to use the language. If you are interested in gaining insight into Bulgarian culture and politics, Nadia is also the right person to talk to."

Anne Marie Øines (current student)
Norwegian lecturer, Sofia Unuversity

Events

13th Anniversary of Step to Bulgaria

13th Anniversary of Step to Bulgaria

Step to Bulgaria was born on April 26th 13 years ago. Since then, hundreds of people from almost 50 countries and 6 continents have been studying Bulgarian language…

Предколедно ’25

Предколедно ’25

Last night some students of Step to Bulgaria gathered to have fun, good wine, delicious food and nice company in the restaurant Posolstvoto. As usual we enjoy very…