Arabic for Beginners Course - Gateway to Arabic Level 1

Gateway to Arabic Level 1 provides a clear, structured approach to learning the Arabic language from scratch, demystifying its patterns so that complete beginners can read their first words within hours. Learning Arabic opens the door to understanding the Qurʾān and daily prayers in their original form, while unlocking centuries of classical scholarship, culture, and intellectual tradition.

Designed to fit around a busy schedule, this foundational course removes the friction of learning a new script, giving students a practical grasp of the language for religious, personal, or professional growth.

Taught by Shaykh Abdulwahid Stephenson, the course focuses on delivering bite-sized, practical lessons that break down the alphabet, pronunciation, and core vocabulary into simple, achievable steps.

Students will learn:

• The Arabic alphabet and the correct pronunciation of each letter

• Basic reading and writing skills to form simple words and sentences

• Fundamental listening and speaking skills for everyday practical communication

• Essential beginner vocabulary and phrases for real-life contexts

• How to integrate reading, writing, listening, and speaking into a solid language foundation

• Preparation to progress directly to Arabic Gateway Level 2

An ideal course for complete beginners, heritage learners, travellers, and Muslims seeking to build a sound foundation for further Islamic studies.