Booking a first Arabic lesson can feel like a big step, especially if you have never studied a language with a live tutor or you tried an app and gave up. A free trial takes the pressure off: you get to meet a real teacher, try real lessons and decide with no payment and no commitment. This guide explains exactly how our 3-day free trial works and how to get the most out of it.
Step 1: Book with a short form
The trial starts with a short enrollment form. It asks for the things your tutor needs to plan a useful first lesson:
- Your US time zone, so every time we suggest is in your local time.
- The course you are interested in, such as Arabic for beginners, Quranic Arabic, grammar, conversation or Modern Standard Arabic.
- Your current level, from complete beginner upward. Be honest; there is no wrong answer.
- Your teacher preference. Female and male teachers are both available 24/7.
- Your preferred days and time. Classes run 24/7, so early mornings, lunch breaks and late evenings all work.
- Anything else we should know, for example a goal like reading the Quran with understanding or speaking with family.
Phone is optional. Once you send the form, we reply by email to confirm your tutor and schedule, so keep an eye on your inbox and your spam folder.
Step 2: Your first lesson
Lessons are live and one-on-one, so it is just you and your tutor. A first lesson usually has three parts:
- Getting to know you. Your tutor asks why you want to learn Arabic and what you already know. Someone aiming to understand the Quran needs a different path from someone preparing for travel or work.
- A quick level check. If you already know some letters or words, the tutor will ask you to read or say a little. If you are starting from zero, this takes seconds.
- A real piece of teaching. You learn something concrete, often the first letters and their sounds for a beginner. Our guide to the Arabic alphabet for beginners shows what that early stage covers.
You do not need to prepare anything or buy books. A quiet spot, a stable internet connection and a device with a microphone are enough.
Step 3: Use all three days
One lesson tells you whether you like a tutor. Three days tell you whether the classes fit your life. Use the trial to test the things that will decide whether you keep going:
- The time slot. Is it still realistic on a busy weekday? If not, ask to move it before you commit.
- The pace. You should leave each lesson feeling stretched but not lost.
- The teacher fit. Do the explanations make sense to you? Do you feel comfortable making mistakes out loud?
- Your progress. By the third day you should be able to point to something you can do that you could not do on day one.
Questions worth asking your tutor
- What would a typical week of lessons look like for my goal?
- What should I practice between classes, and for how long?
- Which course suits me best: Quranic Arabic, Modern Standard Arabic or conversation?
- If I want to learn Arabic for the Quran, how do grammar and vocabulary fit together? (Our guide on how to learn Quranic Arabic online covers this too.)
After the trial: what it costs
If you decide to continue, there is one plan: $20 (USD) a month for live classes Monday to Friday, covering any of our courses. If you would rather study on weekends, three days a week or another pattern, that is a custom schedule, and our team will discuss it with you. See the pricing page or our guide to what online Arabic classes cost for the details. If the classes are not right for you, you simply do not continue.
Common worries, answered
"I am a complete beginner. Is it embarrassing?" Not at all. Many adults start from zero, and the trial is set up so you begin where you are.
"I work full time." Classes run 24/7 across all US time zones, so you can pick a slot before work, at lunch or late in the evening.
"I would feel more comfortable with a woman teaching me." Choose a female Arabic teacher on the form; female and male teachers are both available 24/7.
Ready to see how it feels? Book your 3-day free trial and tell us your goal; we will take it from there.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Arabic trial class really free?
Yes. Every new student can start with a 3-day free trial, and you pay nothing during it.
How do I book a free Arabic trial class?
Fill in the short enrollment form on the free trial page with your time zone, course, level, teacher preference and preferred days and time. We reply by email to confirm your tutor and schedule.
Do I need to prepare for my first Arabic lesson?
No. A quiet place, a stable internet connection and a device with a microphone are enough. Your tutor starts from your current level.
Can I choose a female or male teacher for the trial?
Yes. Female and male teachers are both available 24/7; choose your preference on the form.
What happens after the 3-day trial?
If you continue, the plan is $20 (USD) a month for Monday to Friday classes. Other schedules are custom and discussed with our team.