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I've been part of the Quran program for almost five months and I've loved every minute of it. I started reading the Quran when I was a young girl, but I never really took the time to fully dive into the tajweed rules. Our Ustadha does an incredible job assessing each student's strengths and weaknesses to help us improve. She quickly identified the areas I needed to work on and provided clear, thoughtful guidance. She is also wonderful at offering encouragement and is always extremely supportive. As a busy mom, I truly appreciate how both the Ustadha and Sheikh Hassan accommodate our schedules when needed. I'm so glad I signed up for these classes. I feel much more confident in my reading, knowing my tajweed has improved. Keep up the amazing work, Al-Itqaan team!
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Student

Qur'an student · ~5 months

After memorizing portions of the Qur'an as a teenager, I made the decision to return to it in my 30s with renewed intention. After just a few months in the Al-Itqaan program, I've seen a significant improvement in my recitation, tajweed, and overall confidence in my hifdh. My teacher has played a huge role in deepening my love for the Qur'an, not just in memorizing it, but in truly engaging with it and reflecting on its meanings. She's also given me practical tools and encouragement that have helped me grow in both skill and confidence. One of my biggest takeaways has been learning to appreciate the journey itself. Having a teacher and an accountability system means I'm consistently connected to the Qur'an, reaping its rewards, its shifā' (healing), and its barakah. My teacher is incredibly warm and encouraging, and I leave each session feeling lighter. I often call it the 'barakah effect.'
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Student

Returning to hifdh · Adult program

When I began my Quran journey with Sheikh Hassan Wado, I was just starting Tajweed, and he helped me refine it beautifully. He strengthened what I already knew and taught me so much more. My biggest challenge then and honestly still is that I learned Quran by listening first, then reciting. Sheikh Hassan found a method that truly worked for me: he would recite the verses to me, I would practice, and then I would recite them back to him. Wallahi, he made learning Quran feel comfortable and achievable. Sheikh Hassan is a wonderful teacher who is patient, calm, and never rushed. Even on days I hadn't practiced, he could tell, but he never got angry or made me feel embarrassed about it.
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Student

Tajweed with Sheikh Hassan

When my two kids first started with Ustadh Hassan, they did not know much of the alphabet or how to pronounce any of the Tajweed rules. With the amazing teacher Ustadh Hassan's help and his valuable knowledge, now both of my kids are doing great and have learned a lot from him (Alhamdulillah)! I'm very grateful. Ustadh Hassan is very flexible with his schedule. I highly recommend this online learning Quran academy for everyone.
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Parent

Two children · Online Qur'an

Alhamdulillah, the class has been very beneficial overall. The instruction has been clear, patient, and very detailed, especially in correcting mistakes. I've noticed a real improvement in my recitation over time, particularly in minimizing errors and becoming more aware of mutashaabihaat. This was a big challenge for me before. The structured approach and consistent feedback have made a noticeable difference, and I feel much more confident now than when I started.
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Student

Recitation & review