One-on-one Shia Quran classes provide private, personalized Quran instruction with a certified Shia teacher via 1-on-1 video sessions. Each session is tailored to the student’s level and learning pace, covering any course from Basic Qaida to advanced Tafseer without group class constraints.

11 courses available · 4 key advantages · 3 pricing tiers · Free first class.

Book Your First Private Class — Free  · No credit card required · Female teacher available · All levels welcome.

A private Shia Quran session begins with a 5-minute review of the previous lesson, followed by 30 to 40 minutes of new material covering recitation, tajweed rules, or assigned Surahs, and closes with a 5-minute homework assignment and next-session preview. The 3-part structure is consistent across all course tracks and session lengths — whether the session runs 30, 45, or 60 minutes, the proportions hold.

Part 1 — 5-minute review

The session opens with the student reciting the portion assigned in the previous lesson — the specific Surah, the specific Qaida page, or the specific tajweed rule in context. The teacher listens without interrupting, notes errors, then provides correction. This review confirms the student retained the prior lesson before new material is introduced. A student who has not retained the prior portion stays on review; a student who recites cleanly moves to Part 2.

Part 2 — 30 to 40 minutes of new material

The main block of the session introduces new material at the pace the student’s review confirms they are ready for. For a tajweed lesson, this means introducing one rule, demonstrating it in context, having the student apply it in live recitation, and correcting until the application is accurate. For a hifz lesson, this means introducing the sabaq (new memorization portion), hearing it repeated until the student is confident, and connecting it to the sabqi (prior day’s review). For a tafseer lesson, this means reading the assigned verses, presenting the exegesis from Al-Mizan, and discussing the Shia scholarly context.

Part 3 — 5-minute homework and next-session preview

The session closes with a specific written homework assignment — the exact Surah or page to revise, the exact tajweed rule to practice, the exact portion to memorize — and a preview of what the next session will cover. The homework assignment is sent to the student in writing after the session. The teacher reviews the student’s homework compliance at the start of the next session’s review block before assigning new work.

All 11 courses at Momineen Quran Center are available in one-on-one format: Basic Qaida, Yassarnal Quran, Recitation, Tajweed, Hifz, Quran with Translation, Tafseer, Nahjul Balagha, Shia Islamic Studies, Prayer & Ahkam, and Fiqh & Quran. Every course is taught by a certified Shia teacher in a private 1-on-1 session, with no group intake dates and no shared syllabus.

1. Basic Qaida — Arabic alphabet, vowel marks, joining forms. Entry level for children and adult beginners.
2. Yassarnal Quran — Progressive reading from the Yassarnal Quran primer to independent Quran recitation.
3. Recitation — Fluent Quran reading with basic correctness, suitable for students who have completed Qaida.
4. Tajweed — Full tajweed correction per the Shia recitation tradition: makhraj, sifaat, noon sakin, meem sakin, madd, waqf.
5. Hifz — Structured memorization on a sabaq, sabqi, and manzil schedule. Full Quran or selective Surah hifz tracks available.
6. Quran with Translation — Verse-by-verse reading with concurrent English translation and contextual notes.
7. Tafseer — Verse-by-verse exegesis using Al-Mizan by Allama Tabataba’i and Shia scholarly sources.
8. Nahjul Balagha — Study of Imam Ali’s (AS) sermons, letters, and aphorisms compiled by Sayyid al-Radi.
9. Shia Islamic Studies — Usool-e-Deen, 12 Imams, Shia history, women’s Ahkam, and the duas of the Ahlul Bayt.
10. Prayer & Ahkam — Ja’fari method of Wudu, Salat, fasting, and daily fiqh per the chosen Marja’s rulings.
11. Fiqh & Quran — Combined track integrating Quranic recitation with Ja’fari jurisprudence in a single weekly schedule.

Students taking more than one course enroll in parallel 1-on-1 tracks — each course has its own dedicated session, its own teacher if preferred, and its own progression milestones. See all Online Shia Quran Classes →

One-on-one classes are priced in 3 tiers based on session frequency: 3 sessions per week, 5 sessions per week, and unlimited daily — with each tier offering a per-session discount compared to the hourly ad hoc rate. The 3-tier structure rewards consistency: a student who commits to 5 sessions per week pays a lower per-session rate than one booking on an ad hoc basis.

Tier 1 — 3 sessions per week

The 3-session weekly tier is the most common starting point for adult learners and older children (ages 10 and above). Three sessions per week provides enough frequency for consistent progress without overloading a working adult’s or school-going child’s schedule. Session length is 45 minutes by default, with 30-minute sessions available for children ages 5 to 9.

Tier 2 — 5 sessions per week

The 5-session weekly tier is the standard for hifz students and for children in the intensive curriculum track. Five sessions per week is the minimum frequency recommended for active memorization — daily sabaq requires daily revision, and gaps of more than one day consistently reduce retention. The 5-session tier carries a per-session discount compared to the 3-session tier.

Tier 3 — Unlimited daily

The unlimited daily tier is designed for full-time hifz students, advanced tafseer students, and families enrolling multiple children with a shared teacher. Daily sessions run 6 to 7 days per week, with Friday sessions optional. This tier offers the lowest per-session rate across all three tiers and includes a dedicated teacher assignment — the same teacher for all sessions in a week. See full Shia Quran Classes Fees and Packages →

One-on-one versus group pricing

One-on-one sessions cost more per session than group sessions because the teacher’s full attention is allocated to a single student. Group sessions at Momineen Quran Center run with 3 to 6 students and reduce the per-student cost by approximately 40% compared to the equivalent 1-on-1 tier. The trade-off is a shared curriculum pace and less immediate individual correction. See Group Shia Quran Classes Online →

6 most-asked questions about one-on-one Shia Quran classes cover session structure, course availability, scheduling, teacher gender, pricing, and the difference from group classes.

Can I choose my teacher for a one-on-one class?

A student can request a specific teacher by name if the teacher has available slots that match the student’s schedule. If the preferred teacher is fully booked, the academic head recommends the closest match by credential, specialization, and time zone. The free trial class is always conducted with the proposed assigned teacher before the enrollment is confirmed.

What happens if I need to pause lessons?

Lessons can be paused with 48 hours notice. A paused enrollment holds the student’s place with the same teacher for up to 4 weeks. Pauses beyond 4 weeks are accommodated on request; teacher availability is not guaranteed after a longer break, but a replacement teacher of equivalent credential is assigned if needed.

Can I take more than one course at the same time?

A student can take more than one course at the same time by enrolling in parallel 1-on-1 tracks. The most common combination is Tajweed alongside Quran with Translation. Each course runs in its own dedicated session; the student chooses whether to use the same teacher for both or a different teacher for each.

Is the free trial also one-on-one?

Yes — the free 45-minute trial class is always conducted in 1-on-1 format. The trial includes a level assessment, a course recommendation, and a written starting plan. No credit card is taken at booking.

Is a female teacher available for one-on-one sessions?

A female teacher is available for every female student and every girl in the one-on-one track, assigned automatically with no waiting list. Male students requesting a female teacher can also be accommodated on request across all 11 courses.

Which courses are most commonly taken as one-on-one?

Tajweed, Hifz, and Basic Qaida are the 3 most commonly taken one-on-one courses at Momineen Quran Center. Tajweed benefits most from 1-on-1 because immediate error correction is the core of the learning method. Hifz requires daily individualized tracking of sabaq, sabqi, and manzil that is not practical in a group setting. Basic Qaida students benefit from 1-on-1 at the earliest stage because letter makhraj must be corrected in real time before habits form.

Every enrollment at Momineen Quran Center begins with a free 45-minute 1-on-1 trial — level assessment, course recommendation, and a written starting plan, all before any payment. Female teacher assigned automatically for women and girls. Available across all major time zones.

Book Your First Private Class — Free  · No credit card required · All 11 courses available · All levels welcome.

• Online Shia Quran Classes — the main pillar covering all 7 class types and 5 audience tracks.
• Group Shia Quran Classes Online — 3 to 6 students per session, 40% lower per-student cost than 1-on-1.
• Shia Quran Classes Fees and Packages — full pricing for all 3 one-on-one tiers and group rates.
• Free Trial Shia Quran Class — book a no-commitment 1-on-1 trial with a certified Shia teacher.