كِتَابٌ أَنزَلْنَاهُ إِلَيْكَ مُبَارَكٌ
Kitaab Academy  ·  Richmond, BC  ·  Online Worldwide

Your journey with the
Qur'an & Arabic
starts here

World-class Islamic education — live, structured, and rooted in traditional scholarship. Taught by a qualified Imam. Open to all ages, all backgrounds, anywhere in the world.

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200+ Students Enrolled
5 Structured Programs
5+ Countries Reached
100% Qualified Instruction
خيرُكُم مَن تعلَّمَ القرآنَ وعلَّمَهُ
"The best of you are those who learn the Qur'an and teach it."
— Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  |  Sahih al-Bukhari

Islamic education rooted in tradition, built for today

Kitaab Academy was founded on the belief that every Muslim deserves access to high-quality Islamic education, regardless of age, background, or financial means. We bridge the gap between authentic traditional scholarship and the modern learner.

Whether you're learning to recite the Qur'an for the first time or deepening your grasp of classical Arabic, our structured programs are designed to take you from where you are to where you want to be.

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Authentic Scholarship
Traditional methodology from qualified Islamic scholars.
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Global Reach
In-person in Richmond and live online worldwide.
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All Levels Welcome
Beginners through advanced. Adults and children.
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Sponsorship Access
No student turned away for financial reasons.

Every class, a step
closer to Allah ﷻ

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Not just a class,
a transformation

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Imam-led
Our founder is an Imam with the BC Muslim Association, trained in Islamic sciences with a comprehensive background.
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Structured progression
You'll never wonder "where am I going?" Our curriculum is mapped, sequential, and measurable. From your first letter to fluent, confident recitation.
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Community, not just content
Become part of a living community of learners. Events, fundraisers, and community gatherings. Kitaab Academy is a home, not just a platform.
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Accessible to everyone
Our sponsorship program ensures financial hardship is never a barrier to learning the Book of Allah. Full and partial scholarships are available.
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Hybrid by design
Rooted in Richmond with a global classroom. In-person depth and online flexibility.
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Arabic opens the Qur'an
Our Arabic program is deliberately designed to connect you to the Qur'an's meaning. The language is the key.
Sheikh Yahya Abdi Hadi — Imam, Kitaab Academy

Shaykh Yahya
Abdi Hadi

Imam · BCMA Richmond Islamic University of Madinah · Faculty of Qur'an Certified from the Prophet's Masjid Licensed Marriage Officiant
فَيَا أَيُّهَا الْقَارِئ بِهِ مُتَمَسِّكاً  *  مُجِلاً لَهُ فِي كُلِّ حَالٍ مُبَجَّلَا
"So, O reciter of the Qur'an! Hold firmly on to it, honoring and respecting it in all conditions."
— Imam ash-Shatibi

Shaykh Yahya serves as the Imam of the BC Muslim Association's Richmond Branch. He is the first Canadian to graduate from the Faculty of Qur'an at the Islamic University of Madinah. With deep training in classical Islamic sciences, Qur'anic studies, and Arabic, he brings rigorous traditional scholarship into accessible, community-centred teaching.

His teaching style bridges the classical tradition with the needs of today's Muslim learner. He grounds every lesson in the Qur'an and authentic Sunnah, while making the material engaging, clear, and transformative.

Study with the Shaykh

Words from our community

★★★★★

"I tried other online Qur'an platforms but nothing compared to the structure and personal attention at Kitaab. My tajweed improved more in two months here than in two years elsewhere."

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Fatima A.
Virtual Student · Toronto, ON
★★★★★

"Enrolling my children in the in-person class was one of the best decisions we made this year. Sheikh Yahya teaches with patience and genuine care. Our kids look forward to every class."

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Ahmed K.
In-Person · Richmond, BC
★★★★★

"The Arabic class finally made the Qur'an come alive for me. I can now understand what I'm reciting in salah — something I had been wanting for 30 years. May Allah reward Kitaab Academy."

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Maryam S.
Arabic Program · Vancouver, BC

Make Islamic education
accessible for all

We believe no Muslim should be prevented from connecting with Allah's Book because of financial hardship. Your contribution sponsors a student's full or partial enrollment — every dollar is sadaqah jariyah.

Sponsor a Student
"When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: ongoing charity, knowledge that is benefited from, or a righteous child who prays for him." — Prophet Muhammad ﷺ  |  Sahih Muslim
﴾ اقْرَأْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ ﴿

Begin your journey with the Book of Allah

Join hundreds of students who have transformed their relationship with the Qur'an and Arabic through Kitaab Academy. Classes start year-round — it is never too late to begin.

Questions? Reach us on WhatsApp or at info@kitaabacademy.com