The gate of the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat

Arabic Courses
in Morocco

The institute at the heart of Rabat where students from all over the world come together to learn Arabic and discover Morocco, with group courses, private lessons, and cultural immersion experiences.

Arabic Courses Darija Courses

Students from 40+ countriesGroups capped at 8 students

Next sessionWinter SessionDec 21 to Jan 15, 20274 weeksExplore the programs

Next session

Winter Session4 weeks

Dec 21 to Jan 15, 2027Explore the programs

Later sessions

Spring SemesterJan 18 to Apr 9 Summer ProgramJun 7 to Jul 30 Fall SemesterAug 30 to Nov 19

Later sessionsSpring SemesterJan 18 to Apr 9, 2027 Summer ProgramJun 7 to Jul 30, 2027 Fall SemesterAug 30 to Nov 19, 2027

Welcoming Environment

A friendly and supportive place to learn

Small Groups

More opportunities to practice and participate

International Community

Students from around the world

Personalized Learning

Instruction adapted to each student's level and goals

Al Minbar Experience

Students laughing together during a lesson at Al Minbar Institute

A student holding the zellige tile from a cultural workshop

Much more than Arabic Courses

A complete immersion in Arabic, Moroccan culture, and everyday life in Rabat, both inside and outside the classroom.

From our students

Al Minbar Institute of Arabic Language's

معهد المنبر للغة العربية

4.9

107 Google reviews Write a review

Misbah Arif

I felt despondent about my Arabic learning, after 3 years of online lessons in the UK. Encouraged by a friend I signed up for 5 days intensive at Al Minbar. It was transformational! My teacher Yacine was patient and friendly. I would highly recommend Al Minbar to all.

Ingrid Glen

I spent seven weeks studying MSA with Damia at Al Minbar. She's a wonderful teacher; so kind, patient, adaptive and very professional. I made good progress. I would definitely attend Al Minbar again.

Konstantinos

I attended a two-week intensive course of MSA at Al Minbar Institute and I cannot recommend this school enough! It is well-organised, with nice premises at the heart of Rabat.

John B

If you are looking to study Arabic, look no further than Al Minbar. All instructors are extremely knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and flexible. Al Minbar is simply second to none!

Rosa Timimi

My cousin and I signed up for two weeks of MSA classes. Our teacher Wassima was wonderful. Thank you to everyone in the Al Minbar team who made the experience so special.

Zoe Timimi

I went to Al Minbar for a 2 week MSA intensive course, and it was incredible. My teacher Wassima was so kind and clear. I couldn't recommend the school more, I'll certainly be back!

Jacob Sagers

Fantastic school and staff. The other students were super supportive and the teachers were super helpful. Yassin is the best! I hope to come back.

Aïssé Diarra

L'institut est incroyable ! Mon expérience de 6 mois a été déterminante dans mon apprentissage de la langue arabe. Je recommande à 100% toute l'équipe Al Minbar !

Mena De Lucia

La mia esperienza al centro Al Minbar è stata molto formativa. Ho seguito un corso intensivo di arabo classico e darija. La mia conoscenza dell'arabo è migliorata di molto.

Jose Mandujano-Romero

Recomiendo ampliamente esta escuela! Fueron flexibles con mis horarios, organizaron talleres y actividades extras para conocer la cultura local.

Beyond the classroom

We're more than a language institute

We put as much care into the life around your classes as into the lessons.

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Cultural Activities

Cooking, pottery and calligraphy workshops.

Local Excursions & Trips

The Kasbah of the Udayas, Chellah, Hassan Tower, the medina.

Community Engagement

Volunteer in an immersive context and learn by doing.

Social & Cultural Events

The moments we share outside class.

Rabat City Experience

Your Base in Morocco

You walk to class through tree-lined streets, stop for mint tea before the afternoon lesson, and by the end of your first week the café owner greets you by name. Rabat is Morocco's capital and a UNESCO Heritage city on the coast, safe, welcoming, and often noted as comfortable for women traveling solo. Weekend trips across Morocco start at the station ten minutes from the institute.