Hāmil al-Qur'ān Institute
Welcome to Hāmil al-Qur'ān Institute, where the sacred art of Quranic recitation and tajweed is preserved and perfected. Our institute is dedicated to nurturing students in the beautiful science of proper Quranic pronunciation, ensuring that the divine words are recited with precision, reverence, and spiritual connection.
About Our InstituteAbout Our Institute
Hamil al Qur'an Tajweed Institute was established by a group of friends driven by their passion for the science of Tajweed and its implementation. This initiative stemmed from their deep love for the Quran and their desire to share their knowledge. Guided by their respected teachers, their efforts came to fruition with the founding of Hamil al Qur'an. The institute's mission is to support the fulfillment of a fundamental yet vital aspect of our faith: mastering the art and science of correctly reciting the Words of Allah, the final revelation, The Qur'an.
Our teachers are individuals who aspire to spread the light of this sacred science and become a part of its preservation by maintaining connection to the authentically transmitted chain of reciters of the Qur'an, who have taken great care to preserve this knowledge. With a deep and insatiable passion, we seek to teach and train others in the hope of restoring equilibrium to this intricate science that has largely been taught in a 'watered-down' fashion in recent times.
With years of harnessed experience and skilled precision, our teachers are well equipped with the skills needed to help you to learn to recite the Qur'an in such a manner so as to give each and every letter its due rights. We believe that learning how to recite beautifully with tajweed is a treasure, which will transform the lives of those who strive to master it and it will give them a unique relationship with the Qur'an in return uplifting their faith.
Finally, we ask for your heartfelt du'aas, that Allah Almighty grants us His acceptance and blesses this endeavor with abundant success.
Our Esteemed Teachers
Ustadha Shafaq
Director of the Institute
Ustadha Shafaq is an LLB graduate, born and raised in London. She holds several ijaazaat in the recitation of Hafs 'An Asim, with chains linked to Shaykh Kurrayim Raajih (Syria) through different teachers, along with ijaazaat in other riwayaat. She's also been granted ijaazaat in key Tajweed texts, including the Jazariyyah, Tuhfat al-Atfal, the Khaaqaniyyah, and 'Aqilat Atrab al-Qasaid—a poem on the Rasm of the Qur'an by Imam Ash-Shatibi. She is currently continuing her journey in the saba'ah Qira'aat under the guidance of the respected Qari Mustaqeem Paulse, while also continuing further studies in Arabic and the Traditional Islamic Sciences.
Her Tajweed journey began in 2008. She went on to complete a khatm in Hafs with her honourable teachers, Ustadha Fatima Dabboussi (certified by the late Shaykh Hassan Al Kurdi of Syria) and, more recently, Anse Khawlah Kassem (Syria/Canada). She also trained in recitation under the tutelage of Shaykh Gulfaraaz Khan, authorised by the late Shaykh Abdal Razzaq Al Halabi (Syria), and received ijaazaat in Tajweed related texts from the esteemed Ustadha Saima Yacoob (USA). In addition, she is formally authorised to teach Tajweed by Shaykh Rajab Zaki (Egypt).
With a wealth of teaching experience, she remains passionate about making Tajweed both accessible and spiritually uplifting whilst maintaining high standards. Aware of the emotional and psychological challenges that can come with Qur'an learning, she's committed to raising the quality of teaching and integrating spirituality and emotional healing into her approach. She also encourages students to explore the wider sciences and classical works related to Tajweed, as a means of deepening their connection with the Qur'an. Alongside her Islamic studies, she has continued her learning in English Inheritance Law practice. Her personal interests include being in nature, Urdu poetry, and the practice of martial arts for well being.
Ustadha Maryam
Teacher
Ustadha Maryam is currently pursuing her Ijazah in Hafs 'an 'Aasim, alhamdulillah. As a dedicated Quran instructor, she teaches with Hamil Al Quran Institute in London. In her free time, she enjoys leisurely walks in the countryside and reading.
Ustadha Shakera
Teacher
A graduate from the Alimiyyah course at Jamea al Kauthar in 2002. Taught at the seminary for two years. She went on to further her studies in the sacred science of Tajweed, a few years later with Ustadha Shafaq and Ustadha Hannah at Hamilul Quran. She has continued to teach Tajweed and Islamic studies to all ages since then. She is currently continuing her studies in Tajweed and is reading for Ijaazah with Ustadha Shafaq.
Ustadha Haajra
Teacher
Born and raised in London, Ustadha Haajra completed her memorisation of the Qur'an at the age of seventeen, and then went on to study Tajweed in 2012 with Ustadha Shafaq at Hamil al Qur'an Institute. She is currently living in West Yorkshire, working as a Locum Community Pharmacist, reciting for ijazah in Riwayah Hafs' an Aasim with Ustadha Shafaq, and being a present mother for her two young children.
Ustadh Atif
Teacher
Ustadh Atif has been studying Quran for over 10 years and has been fortunate enough to read with a number of scholars, including Dr Hamid Harasani and Shaykh Islam Qormah. He has been active in the local Muslim community through various projects, such as NWLP. He studied Natural Science at UCL, went on to train at PwC, and has worked in commercial finance for over 10 years. He is currently studying towards his Ijaazah in Hafs an Asim.
Ustadha Hafsah
Teacher
Ustadha Hafsah Ahmed was born and raised in Buckinghamshire, she now lives in London with her husband. She has studied Tajweed with Ustadha Marwa, who has completed multiple Ijazaat from Syria. For the last three years, she has been studying Tajweed with Ustadha Shafaq under Hamil al Quran Institute. She began studying for her Ijazah in Hafs An Asim in January 2024, through Ustadha Shafaq. Hafsah is currently working as a medical doctor in London.
Ustadha Zaynab
Teacher
Ustadha Zaynab began her tajweed journey with Ustadha Shafaq over 10 years ago, and is currently pursuing Ijazah in the riwayah of Hafs an Asim. She completed her Alimiyya studies in Jaamiatul Imam Girls Madrassa in Bradford and has been teaching Alimiyya studies, Religious education and Tajweed for a number of years. She is currently studying Health Science and Mental Health, and enjoys exploring the intersections of faith and health whilst caring for her 5 young children.
Our Courses
Courses can be booked subject to meeting the course pre-requisites
Introduction to Makhārij (Module 1)
Learn the precise points of articulation for each Arabic letter. This foundational course covers the 17 makhārij (articulation points) and ensures students can pronounce every letter of the Quran with accuracy and clarity.
Rules of Noon Sakin, Meem Sakin and Tanwin (Module 2)
Master the essential rules governing noon sakinah, meem sakinah, and tanwin. Students will learn the four rules of noon sakin/tanwin (Izhar, Idgham, Iqlab, Ikhfa) and the three rules of meem sakin (Izhar, Idgham, Ikhfa).
Prolonging (Mudood) in the Qur'an (Module 3)
Understand the intricate rules of elongation in Quranic recitation. This course covers the different types of madd (elongation), their lengths, and proper application to achieve beautiful and correct recitation.
Advanced Rules of the Qur'an (Module 4)
Delve into the sophisticated aspects of tajweed including advanced stopping rules (waqf wa ibtida), the rules of hamzah, advanced characteristics of letters (sifat), and other complex recitation principles.
Etiquettes of the Qur'an
Learn the proper spiritual and physical etiquettes when handling, reciting, and studying the Holy Quran. This course covers the adab (manners) that enhance the spiritual experience and respect due to Allah's words.
Tuhfatul Atfaal
Study the classical tajweed poem by Imam Sulayman al-Jamzuri. This 61-verse masterpiece provides a systematic approach to learning tajweed rules through traditional memorization and detailed commentary.
Ijazah Classes for Advanced Students
Intensive one-to-one or small group sessions for students pursuing formal certification (ijazah) in Quranic recitation. These classes focus on perfecting recitation and connecting students to the authentic chain of transmission.
Courses can be booked subject to meeting the course pre-requisites
Annual Calendar 2025/2026
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