“I had been a Muslim all my life but was never taught how to pray Salah correctly. My teacher here went through every step — the positions, the recitations, the Duas — with such patience and care. I can now perform all five daily prayers with full confidence. The inner peace it has brought to my daily life is indescribable. Alhamdulillah.”
"Allahu Akbar" — the opening of every prayer — "Allah is the Greatest"
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Learn How to Pray Salah — Step by Step, With a Qualified Teacher
Salah is the second pillar of Islam — a direct connection between you and Allah Ta'ala, performed five times every day. Whether you are a complete beginner, new to Islam, or simply want to improve the correctness of your prayer, our qualified teachers guide you through every position, every Dua and every Surah, step by step.
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Tashahhud & Salaam
Wudu — Ritual purification
Qibla direction & preparation
Surahs, Duas & recitations
How many Rakats in each prayer
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The second pillar of Islam
The five daily prayers — your direct connection to Allah
Salah is obligatory upon every Muslim — five times each day, from Fajr before sunrise to Isha after nightfall. Each of the five obligatory prayers has its own time, its own number of Rakats, and its own place in the rhythm of daily life. Our teachers ensure you can perform every prayer correctly with full confidence.
الْفَجْر
Fajr
2 Fardh
الظُّهْر
Dhuhr
4 Fardh
الْعَصْر
Asr
Afternoon
الْمَغْرِب
Maghrib
3 Fardh
الْعِشَاء
Isha
3 Witr
How to pray Salah
A step-by-step guide to performing Salah correctly
Prostration
التَّحِيَّاتُ لِلَّه
Tashahhud & Salaam
Our teachers walk you through every position, every recitation and every Dua of the prayer — ensuring you perform each Rakat in the best manner, with correct pronunciation, from Takbeer to Salaam.
Before beginning, make your intention in your heart to perform Salah for the sake of Allah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "Actions are judged by intentions." Your intention does not need to be spoken aloud.
Raise both hands to shoulder level and say "Allahu Akbar" — Allah is the Greatest. This opening Takbeer marks the formal beginning of the prayer. You are now in the standing position, facing the Qibla direction.
Recite Subhanaka (the opening supplication), then seek refuge from Shaytaan and recite Surah Al-Fatiha — the first chapter and opening chapter of the Holy Quran, known as the prayer's backbone.
Say Allahu Akbar and bow at the waist into the Ruku position. In the bowing position, recite "Subhana Rabbiyal Azeem" (Glory be to my Lord, the Most Great) three times, praising Allah.
Go down into Sujood (prostration) saying Allahu Akbar. Place your forehead, nose, both palms, both knees and both feet on the ground. Recite "Subhana Rabbiyal A'la" (Glory be to my Lord, the Most High) three times.
After the final Rakat, sit in the sitting position and recite At-Tashahhud, then Durood Ibrahim (Allahumma Salli). Raise your right index finger during the Shahadah — bearing witness that there is no god but Allah. Complete with Salaam to the right and left.
Sitting position
What our teachers cover
Everything you need to pray Salah with confidence
Learning to perform Salah correctly goes beyond memorising the basic steps. Our qualified teachers ensure you understand the meaning of what you recite, the correct positions, the Sunnah of the prayer, and the Duas that bring you closer to Allah. Each class is one-to-one — so no question goes unanswered.
Wudu — Ritual purification
The correct method of performing Wudu step by step — a prerequisite for every prayer. Your teacher ensures you understand each step and the Duas recited throughout.
Qibla direction & preparation
Understanding the Qibla direction, how to stand correctly, and the intention (Niyyah) that opens the prayer. The spiritual and physical preparation for Salah.
Surahs, Duas & recitations
Surah Al-Fatiha (the opening chapter), short surahs for the second Rakat, and all the Duas of the prayer — recited with correct pronunciation and proper understanding of their meaning.
How many Rakats in each prayer
Every prayer has a different number of Rakats — Fardh, Sunnah and Witr. Your teacher explains which Rakats are obligatory prayers, which are Sunnah, and how to perform each correctly.
Salah is the pillar of the religion. It is the first thing we will be asked about on the Day of Judgement. Our mission is to ensure every Muslim can stand before Allah in prayer with complete confidence, correct recitation and a heart full of gratitude and worship.
Recitations in Salah
The key Surahs & Duas you will learn to recite
Every prayer includes specific recitations from the Holy Quran. Our teachers ensure you can recite Surah Al-Fatiha and short Surahs with correct pronunciation and proper Tajweed — so your prayer is beautiful in the sight of Allah.
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ
Surah Al-Fatiha
The first chapter and opening chapter of the Holy Quran — recited in every single Rakat of every prayer. Allah hears and responds to this supplication. Mastering it with correct pronunciation is essential for every Muslim.
قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ
Surah Al-Ikhlas
One of the most frequently recited short Surahs in daily prayer. "Say: He is Allah, the One." A declaration of the pure oneness of Allah — a Surah the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ loved deeply.
اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّد
Durood Ibrahim
Recited in the Tashahhud of every prayer — invoking Allah's blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Prophet Ibrahim ﷺ. Allahumma Salli — a Dua that earns great rewards and closeness to the Prophet.
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Muslims who learned to pray Salah correctly with us
“My daughter is 7 and I wanted her to learn how to pray Salah step by step with correct pronunciation from the very beginning. Our teacher made every lesson engaging and she now recites Surah Al-Fatiha beautifully and knows how many Rakats are in each prayer. The one-to-one lessons are invaluable. Jazak Allah.”
“I reverted to Islam recently and had no idea how to perform Salah. The step-by-step guide my teacher used was perfect for a complete beginner. Every position, every recitation, every Dua — explained clearly and repeated patiently. Now I perform all five obligatory prayers daily. May Allah bless the teachers here.”
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