Well what I've been doing is writing down tons of phrases and memorising them. I've found that's the best way for me to learn. I'm studying medicine so I'm used to memorising things haha.
I honestly don't think I could commit or afford formal classes, but I can commit to 5 hours per day when I have time.
I've tried pimsleur and it's very very slow. It seems very tedious and a slow way to learn russian in my opinion.
I've been listening to russian music, but I don't see how that helps if I don't understand what they're saying? Any advice on how to learn through music? I find this to be the most enjoyable way!
People who move to England can learn English in a year. I don't see how I can't learn russian in a year if I just immerse myself in it!?