📘 Tajweed Course — All Levels

Online Tajweed Course — Recite the Quran the Way It Was Revealed

Master Quran recitation with certified, Ijazah-holding Tajweed teachers. Live one-on-one classes covering every rule — from Makhraj to Madd — with real-time correction every session.

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What Is Tajweed?

The Science of Quran Recitation

The Quran was revealed with Tajweed. When the Angel Jibreel (AS) brought the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, he brought it with specific rules of pronunciation — rules that have been preserved and passed down through an unbroken chain of teachers for over 1,400 years.

Tajweed (تجويد) means "to do something well." In the context of the Quran, it means reciting each letter from its correct place (Makhraj), with its correct characteristics (Sifat), and following the rules that govern how letters interact.

Allah says in the Quran: "And recite the Quran with measured recitation." (Surah Al-Muzzammil 73:4). Proper Tajweed is an obligation for every Muslim who recites the Quran.

  • Makhaarij al-Huroof — the exact point of articulation for each Arabic letter
  • Sifaat al-Huroof — characteristics of each letter (heavy/light, strong/soft)
  • Noon Sakinah & Tanween — Izhar, Idgham, Iqlab, Ikhfa
  • Madd (prolongation) — the six types of lengthening in Quranic recitation
  • Qalqalah — the echo rule for specific letters
  • Waqf (stopping) — where and how to pause correctly
وَرَتِّلِ الْقُرْآنَ
تَرْتِيلًا
"And recite the Quran with measured recitation." — Surah Al-Muzzammil 73:4
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Course Curriculum

Three-Level Tajweed Program

Structured progression from foundational rules to fluent, beautiful recitation — with live teacher correction at every stage.

Level 1 — Foundational Tajweed

For students who read Quran but have never formally studied Tajweed rules

Covers the core rules that every Muslim needs to know. You will learn where each letter is pronounced from, how letters interact with each other, and the basic rules of lengthening and pausing.

Makhaarij al-Huroof Noon Sakinah Rules Tanween Rules Meem Sakinah Rules Shaddah & Ghunna Basic Madd Types
Level 2 — Intermediate Tajweed

For students who know the basic rules and need consistent application

You know the rules — now you apply them consistently while reading. Your teacher corrects every error in real time until the rules become natural in your recitation.

All Six Madd Types Laam Shamsiyya & Qamariyya Tafkheem & Tarqeeq Rules of Ra Alif al-Wasl Waqf Rules
Level 3 — Advanced Tajweed

For students who focus on fluent recitation of longer passages

Apply all rules fluently while reciting full Surahs. Build speed without sacrificing accuracy. Develop the melodic, flowing recitation that you hear from the great Qaris.

Advanced Waqf & Ibtida Saktah Imaalah & Tasheel Full Surah Recitation Speed & Fluency Imam-Level Recitation
Why Choose Quran Scholars

Why Families Across the USA Trust Our Tajweed Teachers

Certified, experienced, and dedicated — our Tajweed teachers produce measurable improvement in every student's recitation.

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Ijazah-Certified Tajweed Teachers

Our teachers hold Ijazah in Tajweed — a formal certification passed through an unbroken chain going back to the Prophet ﷺ himself. When you learn from our teachers, you are connected to that chain.

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One-on-One Live Correction

Only one-on-one learning produces real Tajweed improvement. In group classes, a teacher cannot correct 15 students at once. Your teacher hears every word you recite and corrects every error, every class.

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Male & Female Tajweed Teachers

Sisters can learn Tajweed from a qualified female Qari'ah (female recitation teacher). Request a female teacher when registering and we will match you immediately.

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Flexible USA Scheduling

Morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend — your teacher works around your life. Whether you are in New York, Texas, Michigan, or California, we have teachers ready for your time zone.

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Starting at $29/Month

Professional Tajweed instruction at an accessible price. Plans start at $29/month for 2 classes per week. First class is always completely free — no credit card required.

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Proven Online Method

Tajweed is about hearing and being heard — which works perfectly in a live online session. Your teacher hears only you. No room noise or other students. Correct pronunciation in real time.

Who Is This Course For?

Tajweed Is for Every Muslim

Many people think Tajweed is only for scholars or professional reciters. This is a misconception. Tajweed is for every Muslim who recites the Quran — in Salah, in personal recitation, or in teaching their children.

Muslims Who Read But Make Mistakes

You recite Quran daily but know your pronunciation is not right. Our teachers identify your specific mistakes and fix them systematically — not randomly.

Imams and Prayer Leaders

Leading Salah is a responsibility. If you lead prayers in your family, masjid, or community, your Tajweed must be correct. We have trained many community imams and prayer leaders.

Teenagers & Young Adults

Young Muslims who grew up in the USA often learned Quran reading from parents or local masjid without formal Tajweed instruction. Our course gives them the foundation they missed.

Students Preparing for Hifz

Before beginning Quran memorization, your recitation should be correct. Memorizing with wrong pronunciation means memorizing mistakes. Our Tajweed course prepares students properly for Hifz.

Pricing

Simple, Affordable Plans

Starter — $29/mo

2 classes per week

Live 1-on-1 sessions · Male or female teacher · Flexible scheduling · Free trial class · Monthly progress report

Standard — $35/mo ⭐ Most Popular

3 classes per week

Live 1-on-1 sessions · Priority teacher matching · Flexible scheduling · Free trial class · Monthly progress report

Intensive — $40/mo

5 classes per week

Live 1-on-1 sessions · Fastest improvement · Priority teacher matching · Bi-weekly progress report

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our online Tajweed course.

What are the basic Tajweed rules I need to know?
The foundational Tajweed rules every Muslim should know are: the rules of Noon Sakinah and Tanween (Izhar, Idgham, Iqlab, Ikhfa), the rules of Meem Sakinah, the rules of Madd (lengthening), Qalqalah, and Waqf (stopping rules). Our Level 1 course covers all of these systematically.
I already read Quran — why do I need Tajweed classes?
Many Muslims read the Quran without knowing they are making Tajweed errors. Common mistakes include: wrong Madd lengths, missing Ghunna, incorrect pronunciation of Dhaa vs Zaa, and wrong Waqf positions. A qualified teacher identifies your specific errors and corrects them one by one.
Can I learn Tajweed online as well as in-person?
Yes. Tajweed is about hearing and being heard — which works perfectly in a live one-on-one online session. Hundreds of our students have improved their Tajweed significantly through online sessions alone. Your teacher hears only you and corrects every mispronunciation in real time.
How long does it take to learn Tajweed?
Foundational Tajweed rules can be learned in 3–6 months with regular classes. Applying those rules fluently while reciting takes longer — typically 6–12 months of practice with a teacher correcting you in real time. Mastery is a lifelong pursuit.
Is Tajweed obligatory or just recommended?
Scholars agree that the level of Tajweed that prevents changing the meaning of the Quran is obligatory (Fard Ain) for every Muslim. The higher levels of Tajweed that produce beautiful recitation are highly recommended (Sunnah Mu'akkadah).
Can children learn Tajweed?
Yes. We recommend children begin Tajweed from age 6, after completing Noorani Qaida. Children who learn Tajweed early recite beautifully for life. Our teachers have age-appropriate methods for children.
Do I need to know Arabic grammar to learn Tajweed?
No. Tajweed is about pronunciation rules, not grammar. You can learn Tajweed without any knowledge of Arabic grammar. The rules are phonetic and systematic — not grammatical.
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