Learn Tajweed Online, One-on-One
Tajweed can only be perfected with a teacher who listens. At NurAva Islamic University you learn the rules of Tajwid live, one-on-one, with a qualified scholar correcting your makhraj and pronunciation in real time.
Why NurAva
- Real-time correction — A recording can't correct your makhraj — a live teacher can. Every mistake is caught and fixed as you recite.
- Structured from the basics — Learn the points of articulation, the characteristics of letters, and every rule of Tajwid, step by step.
- Qualified in Tajweed & Qira'at — Our teachers hold ijazah where applicable and specialise in correct recitation.
- Practise between classes — Rewatch your recorded sessions and message your teacher any time for feedback.
What is Tajweed?
Tajweed is the discipline of reciting the Qur'an as it was revealed: giving every letter its right, from its correct point of articulation to its proper characteristics, and applying the rules that govern how letters behave beside one another. It is not an optional extra for specialists — it is how the Qur'an is meant to be recited, and it protects both the sound and the meaning of the words.
If you would like a fuller introduction before you begin, read our article on what Tajweed is and why it matters.
What you will learn
Our Tajweed lessons are built step by step. You begin with makhraj, the points of articulation in the throat, tongue and lips, and sifaat, the characteristics that distinguish similar letters. From there you move to the rules of noon sakinah and tanween (idhhar, idgham, iqlab and ikhfa), meem sakinah, ghunnah, the different types of madd (elongation), qalqalah, and the rules of stopping and starting (waqf and ibtida).
Each rule is taught, then immediately applied in your own recitation, so it becomes a habit rather than just something you can describe.
Why a live teacher makes the difference
Tajweed is learned through listening, imitation and correction. You can read about a rule from a book or watch a video, but neither can tell you that a letter is sitting too far forward in your mouth or that you are shortening a madd. A live teacher hears this immediately and corrects it, again and again, until it becomes natural.
That is why every NurAva lesson is live and one-on-one. Your teacher hears your recitation, not a class average, and works on exactly what you need.
Practising between lessons
Progress in Tajweed comes from regular, careful practice. Recordings of your sessions are saved to your student portal so you can rewatch the correction and rehearse it, and direct chat with your teacher is included in every plan so you can ask questions as they arise.
Who it is for
You do not need to know Arabic to begin, and you do not need to be a beginner at reading either. We teach people who are just learning to read the Qur'an, people who read fluently but have never studied Tajweed, and those preparing to memorise or lead others in prayer. Your teacher starts from where you are and builds from there.
Start with a free demo class
Not sure where you stand? Book a free demo class. It is a live one-on-one session with a qualified teacher who will listen to your recitation. There is no card and no commitment, and demo slots are shown in your own local timezone. Paid plans start at $20 per month for a group class and $30 per month for private one-on-one lessons.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know Arabic to learn Tajweed?
No. We start from wherever you are — including the Arabic letters — and build up to fluent, correct recitation with Tajwid.
How long does it take to learn Tajweed?
It depends on your starting point and practice, but with consistent one-on-one lessons most students see clear improvement within a few weeks.
Is the first class free?
Yes — book a free live demo class with a qualified teacher, no payment required.
What is the difference between Tajweed and just reading the Qur'an?
Reading means pronouncing the words. Tajweed means pronouncing every letter from its correct point of articulation with its proper characteristics, and applying the rules of elongation, merging, nasalisation and stopping.
Can I learn Tajweed if I already read fluently?
Yes. Many fluent readers have never studied the rules formally. A teacher will listen to your recitation and show you exactly where to refine it.
Are the lessons live or recorded?
Every lesson is live and one-on-one. Recordings of your own sessions are saved to your portal for revision.
Can children learn Tajweed too?
Yes. Children usually begin with the alphabet and reading and are introduced to Tajwid gradually as they become fluent.
How much does it cost?
Plans start at $20 per month for a live group class and $30 per month for private one-on-one classes five days a week.
