Understand the Qur'an
in its own words.
Structured, one-to-one online lessons in Arabic, Qur'an and Islamic studies with Ustadh Abu Raslan — at your pace, with the accountability to actually finish.
A dedicated Salafi student of knowledge, with extensive studies under renowned scholars across Africa and the Middle East.
- Studied with Sheikh Raslan and his students in Subkh Ahad, Egypt
- Learned from graduates of the Islamic University of Madinah in Sierra Leone
- Current student at the University of Imam Bukhari in The Gambia (Faculty of Hadith)
- Studies with senior students of Sheikh Abdul-Razzaq and his father
Over four years of authentic learning.
Al-Barbahari Institute has provided authentic Islamic education online for over four years, helping students around the world connect with traditional Islamic scholarship through modern technology.
- 4+ years of online Islamic education
- Students from around the world
- Traditional methodology, modern delivery
- Personalised, one-to-one instruction
Our latest programmes.
New intakes, offers and curricula — updated regularly.
Every path, fully laid out.
Choose where you are today across Qur'an, Arabic and the Islamic sciences. Each programme is taught one-to-one from trusted, classical texts — and every one starts with a free trial lesson.
Qur'an & Tajwīd
Hifdh & Tajwīd
Comprehensive Qur'an memorisation with proper tajwīd.
- Duration: Flexible, at your pace
- Schedule: 5 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per session
- Level: All levels welcome
Intensive Hifdh
Accelerated memorisation for dedicated students.
- Duration: Flexible, at your pace
- Schedule: 6 days a week
- Lesson: 1.5 hours per session
- Level: Committed to rapid progress
3-Year Memorisation & Tajwīd
Complete Qur'an memorisation with perfect tajwīd.
- Duration: 3 years to full ḥifdh
- Schedule: 6 days a week
- Lesson: 1.5 hours per session
- Level: Open to all levels
Arabic Language
Intensive Arabic
Fast-track your Arabic through the Madīnah Books.
- Duration: 5 months — Books 1–8
- Schedule: 6 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per session
- Curriculum: Madīnah Books + Ājurrūmiyyah ongoing
Moderate Arabic
Steady progress with a balanced schedule.
- Duration: 18 months — all 8 Books
- Schedule: 3 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per session
- Curriculum: Madīnah Books 1–8
Al-Ājurrūmiyyah
Master the fundamentals of Arabic grammar.
- Duration: 2 months
- Schedule: 5 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per session
- Curriculum: Al-Ājurrūmiyyah (grammar)
Nahw al-Wāḍiḥ
Comprehensive Arabic grammar studies.
- Duration: 3 months — Books 1 & 2
- Schedule: 5 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per session
- Curriculum: Nahw al-Wāḍiḥ (advanced)
Al-Mumtaz Daily Conversations
Practical Arabic conversation for non-native speakers.
- Duration: 4–6 months
- Schedule: 6 hours per week
- Book: Al-Mumtaz for non-Arabic speakers
- Level: All levels welcome
Islamic Studies
Intensive Islamic Studies
A deep dive into the Islamic sciences.
- Duration: Flexible by subject
- Schedule: 5 days a week
- Lesson: 1.5 hours per session
- Subjects: ʿAqīdah, Hadith, Fiqh & more
Moderate Islamic Studies
A balanced approach to Islamic knowledge.
- Duration: Flexible by subject
- Schedule: 3 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per session
- Subjects: ʿAqīdah, Hadith, Fiqh & more
Special Offers
Strengthening & Perfection Track
For those who have memorised and want to strengthen and perfect it.
- Duration: 3 months
- Schedule: 6 days a week (off Fri)
- Lesson: 1 hr 30 min per day
- Level: Already memorised
Intermediate Memorisation Track
For students who can read the Qur'an but haven't memorised it.
- Duration: 7 months
- Schedule: 6 days a week
- Lesson: 1 hour per day
- Level: Intermediate
Why students choose us.
Authentic Islamic education, delivered personally — with the structure and follow-up to see you through.
Authentic Scholarship
Learn from a teacher connected to well-known scholars across Africa and the Middle East.
Personalised Learning
Every session is one-to-one, ensuring individual attention and accelerated progress.
Flexible Programmes
Choose intensive or moderate paths based on your availability and your goals.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Master Qur'an memorisation, tajwīd, Arabic, and the Islamic sciences — all in one place.
Four principles behind every lesson.
One student at a time
Every session is private and one-to-one. The pace, examples and corrections are shaped entirely around you — never a crowded class.
Corrected, not just covered
Mistakes are caught early and fixed on the spot. You leave each lesson knowing exactly what was right and what to refine.
Classical texts, clearly taught
We study the same books the scholars studied — explained in plain language so the meaning is never out of reach.
Real accountability
Short, consistent homework and weekly check-ins keep you moving. Progress comes from showing up, and we make sure you do.
What students say.
I just wanted to thank you for the Arabic classes. There is a major difference in my Arabic between last Ramadan in Madina and this year.
I had the blessing of studying Arabic with Ustadh Abu Raslan, and I can confidently say he is one of the best teachers I've ever learned from.
I really recommend Ustadh Abu Raslan. His way of teaching is really beneficial. He focuses a lot in grammar, and I'm getting a solid base.
Ustadh Raslan is a great teacher who has studied under scholars of the sunnah. Learning under him has been a truly transformative experience.
Ustadh Abu Raslan goes into detail when teaching a subject and makes sure to explain something thoroughly before moving on to another topic.
Abu Raslan is an amazing teacher to study under. He is an all-rounded teacher who is willing to teach you anything by the will of Allah.
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