Our Story
Grammica Institute began from a desire by our lead teacher Ustadh Yusaf Bhatti to bring his love for Arabic grammar to aspiring students and teach it in a way that makes it easy for them to grasp. Through 15 years of teaching Ustadh Yusaf was convinced he could open up the world of Arabic grammar to struggling students.
Grammica Institute's goal is to take learners who have some formal Arabic studies to where they can comprehend classical Arabic texts independently.
Grammica offers students a structured approach to continue their studies, build upon their current knowledge, and gain confidence in understanding the Muslim scholarly tradition.
If you have some foundational grammar, Grammica Institute can take you from one-line sentences to vocalizing and translating a classical Arabic text such as Ibn Hisham’s Prophetic Sira, Imam al-Ghazali’s Ihya, and Tafsir al-Jalalayn.
We have seen many students spend years floundering in the basics and go on to flourish in the language when given a reliable vehicle.
Grammica Institute is that vehicle.
We help students apply the rules they have learned to classical Arabic texts while honing their formal parsing skills. Along with a time-tested curriculum, we have found this method is the most practical way to improve reading fluency.
At Grammica Institute we offer a unique ijaza (formal permission) program co-signed by Shaykh Ali Hani (link to bio) which is a testament to the student's mastery of the materials covered in the course book.
About Our Team
Ustadh Yusaf A. Bhatti
Program Director
Ustadh Yusaf brings over 10,000 hours of Arabic instructional experience from having taught over 700 students from around the world. He combines this wealth of live practical expertise with fluency in English (BSc, Indiana University) and a deep understanding of the modern student’s need for fast, actionable results. Having taught at Qasid Institute in Amman, Jordan since 2009, he opened the world of classical texts, grammar treatises, and Quranic exegesis to complete newcomers for over 15 years.
Aside from eating and breathing Arabic grammar, Ustadh Yusaf enjoys hiking, reading, and relaxing with a cup of espresso.
Zainab Ahmed
Teaching Assistant
Zainab embarked on her pursuit of Islamic Education in 2014 at Darul Uloom of Chicago. In 2023, she graduated from Qalam Institute’s 5-year ‘Ālimiyyah program in Dallas, Texas, where she studied various Classical Arabic texts under the mentorship of esteemed teachers like Shaykh AbdulNasir Jangda and Mufti Hussain Kamani. In the summer of 2023, Zainab completed the Classical Arabic Program at the Qasid Institute in Amman, Jordan, followed by studying under Ustadh Yusaf through Grammica Institute. Beyond academics, Zainab's dedication to community service and youth advocacy reflects her holistic approach to Islamic education and mentorship.
Afaaf Ahmad
Teaching Assistant
Afaaf Ahmad began her Arabic studies as a child and later traveled to Amman, Jordan to complete the Classical Arabic Program at Qasid Institute. She then traveled to Malaysia where she completed her bachelor’s degree in Quran and Sunnah Studies from the International Islamic University of Malaysia. She is currently in her final year of the 5-year Alimīyah Program at Qalam Institute, where she studies classical Islamic sciences such as Fiqh, Tafsīr, Hadīth, Arabic, snd Kalām under esteemed scholars and academics.
Nasim Vora
Student and Business Support
Nasim Vora brings over thirteen years of work experience as an educator, project manager and corporate trainer. She also holds an Msc in Strategic Management and Marketing.
Nasim combines her excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an innate understanding of others and a passion for supporting individuals and teams to reach their full potential.
As Student and Business Support, Nasim plans on using her skills and experiences to support students through their journey of learining Arabic as well as continue to support the development of Grammica Institute.
Atif R. Khan
Business Advisor
Atif R. Khan is a Business Advisor at Grammica Institute where he advises on business strategy, marketing, and user experience, drawing on 30 years of business and finance experience. In addition to growing his own company, Ethica Institute of Islamic Finance, from inception to over 15,000 paying professionals, he has advised numerous institutions ranging from start ups to Fortune 500 companies in financings, strategy, and marketing. His past roles include investment banking at Morgan Stanley in New York and London, executing over $3 billion in transactions in several departments, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, equity capital markets, and debt capital markets; Chief Financial Officer of Iprox Limited in London; and Director of Islamic Finance at Bank T&D in Dubai. Atif earned a Bachelor's with a summa cum laude distinction from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and a Master's from Harvard University.
Why Choose Us:
Certificate of Ijaza Programs
Our certificate programs are a testament to your working ability in grammar. We offer certificates at the foundational, intermediate, and advanced levels.
Private Tutoring
This option gives you the flexibility to learn at your pace, in your time, and as often as you want. Programs are tailored to meet your needs. Finish your certificate faster.
Live Group Classes
We offer small group classes, from foundational level grammar to advanced level Arabic reading courses and beyond. This route gives you the opportunity to connect and study with other like-minded people. Group classes also have the benefit of office hours.
Streamable Content
This includes free and paid content with new podcasts uploaded regularly. This option is great for those wanting to supplement their college-level Arabic classes or as an aid for independent studies.
One Of Our Most Popular Courses In Learning Classical Arabic
Studying with Grammica Institute has allowed me to take my Arabic reading to the next level.
BILAL CHAUDRY - Project Manager
Studying with Grammica Institute has allowed me to take my Arabic reading to the next level. The small class sizes, one to one attention, and course structure are perfectly suited to my needs as a student with high ambitions yet many other commitments. The years of experience and deep knowledge of the teacher is evident in his ability to sense the specific requirements of each student. After just a few lessons I felt more confident in applying the rules of grammar and morphology I had already learnt, and in translating texts which are over a thousand years old! I would highly recommend Grammica Institute to both aspiring Arabic students as well as those with some experience, who now want to take things further.
He has a way of explaining things that covers the basics and yet, if one so cares, takes you into the depths of Arabic...
Larisa J. - PhD, University of Chicago
Ustadhi Yusuf is great to study with. He is easy-going and has a good sense of humor, which helps when one ploughs through Arabic grammar. He has a way of explaining things that covers the basics and yet, if one so cares, takes you into the depths of Arabic, that beautiful and challenging language. What is most remarkable about Yusuf, for a student, is that he is willing and more than capable of tailoring the course of study to one’s special learning needs and affinities. And that’s what you want if you are studying Arabic for the sake of your scholarship or career. I could never tire singing praises to Yusuf’s teaching style and skills.
Improve your Arabic:
Avoid 3 common reading mistakes (Free PDF)
There are 3 common mistakes that even seasoned students make. Identifying them will help you vocalize, translate and understand classical Arabic.