Quick answer: Al Mehdi Center teachers teach live from Pakistan (UTC+5), so the easiest windows are after school in the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and mornings before school or weekends in the USA and Canada. Classes are 30 minutes, one-to-one on Microsoft Teams, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 days a week, and you start with 5 free trial classes. Confirm your exact slot with the admissions team on WhatsApp.
Ayyam-e-Fatimiyah is a time when many families decide to build a stronger Quran and Islamic learning routine. The first question we hear is always: “What time will classes be in my time zone?” This guide answers it.
Class format at a glance
- Live, one-to-one lessons with a qualified Shia teacher.
- 30 minutes per class on Microsoft Teams.
- Choose 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 days a week.
- Male or female teachers, and children from age 5.
- Courses: Basic Qaida with Tajweed, Quran Reading with Tajweed, and Fiqah e Jafria: Namaz, Ahkaam and Wajibaat.
- 5 free trial classes before you pay any monthly fee.
Time zone guide (winter 2026–27)
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is UTC+5 and does not change with the seasons. The difference with your city changes when your country changes its clocks.
| Your location | Time zone now | Difference from Pakistan | Easy class window in your local time | Equals in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK, Ireland | GMT (UTC+0) until 28 March 2027 | Pakistan is 5 hours ahead | 4:00–7:00 pm after school | 9:00 pm–12:00 am |
| Germany, France, Switzerland, most of EU | CET (UTC+1) until 28 March 2027 | Pakistan is 4 hours ahead | 4:00–7:00 pm | 8:00–11:00 pm |
| USA / Canada, Eastern | EST (UTC−5) until 14 March 2027 | Pakistan is 10 hours ahead | 7:00–9:00 am before school, or weekends | 5:00–7:00 pm |
| USA / Canada, Pacific | PST (UTC−8) until 14 March 2027 | Pakistan is 13 hours ahead | 7:00–9:00 am | 8:00–10:00 pm |
| Australia, Sydney / Melbourne | AEDT (UTC+11) | Pakistan is 6 hours behind | 4:00–7:00 pm after school | 10:00 am–1:00 pm |
| New Zealand | NZDT (UTC+13) | Pakistan is 8 hours behind | 4:00–7:00 pm | 8:00–11:00 am |
Tips
- UK and Europe: evenings after school work well. Weekend mornings also work.
- USA and Canada: mornings and weekends are the easiest. If your child needs an East Coast evening class, ask the admissions team what is available.
- Australia and New Zealand: afternoons after school fit the Pakistan morning.
- Clock changes: Pakistan does not change its clocks. The US and Canada move their clocks forward on 14 March 2027, and the UK and Europe on 28 March 2027, so your class may move by an hour in your local time. Tell your teacher.
Teacher availability can vary by day and subject, so these are suggested windows and not guaranteed slots. Please confirm on WhatsApp.
Monthly fees (Hadya)
Monthly fees for 30-minute one-to-one classes, by country, as listed on our website:
| Plan | USA | UK | Canada | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days a week | $36 | £24 | CA$42 | A$36 |
| 3 days a week | $42 | £30 | CA$48 | A$42 |
| 4 days a week | $54 | £36 | CA$60 | A$60 |
| 5 days a week | $60 | £42 | CA$66 | A$66 |
| 7 days a week | $84 | £60 | CA$96 | A$96 |
Families in Germany, Ireland and other European countries, New Zealand and elsewhere can see their price on the pricing page.
How to start in 4 steps
- Book your free trial on the booking page or message us on WhatsApp.
- Tell us your child’s age and level, your country and your preferred time.
- Attend your 5 free trial classes with your teacher.
- Choose your plan and continue only if you are happy. Billing is monthly, and you can read the refund policy.
Pages for your country
- Online Shia Quran Classes in the UK
- Online Shia Quran Classes in the USA
- Online Shia Quran Classes in Canada
- Online Shia Quran Classes in Australia
- Shia Online Quran Academy New Zealand
Why families choose Al Mehdi Center
- Teaching since 2012 and trusted by Shia families in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. See parent reviews.
- Fiqah e Jafria throughout. Many Quran academies are not Shia. Read why Shia families look for a Shia Quran academy.
- Vetted teachers. All teachers are screened, including a police check. See how we vet our teachers and our child safety policy.
- Our own interactive books. Eight books from Noorani Qaida to Fiqh-e-Jafaria Level 3, free for revision. See the interactive books.
- No Shia school nearby? Read No Islamic School Near You? Join Al Mehdi Quran Center.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time are online Shia Quran classes for UK students?
UK families usually choose a class between 4:00 and 7:00 pm after school, which is 9:00 pm to midnight in Pakistan, or weekend mornings. Confirm your slot on WhatsApp.
What time are classes for students in the USA and Canada?
Mornings before school and weekends are the easiest, for example 7:00–9:00 am Eastern, which is 5:00–7:00 pm in Pakistan. Evening slots on the East Coast depend on teacher availability.
What time are classes for Australia and New Zealand?
After school in Australia (4:00–7:00 pm AEDT) is 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in Pakistan, and in New Zealand (4:00–7:00 pm NZDT) is 8:00–11:00 am in Pakistan, so these time zones are easy to match.
How long is each class and how many days a week?
Each class is 30 minutes, and you can choose 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 days a week.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Every new student gets 5 free trial classes.
How much does it cost per month?
For example, 2 days a week costs $36 in the USA, £24 in the UK, CA$42 in Canada and A$36 in Australia. See the pricing page for all plans and countries.
Can I choose a female teacher?
Yes. You can request a male or female teacher. See our Shia female Quran teacher page.
Sources
- Class format, fees and free trial: mehdiqurancenter.com and pricing
- Time zones and clock changes: timeanddate.com
