Saifi Institute specializes in teaching the Lebanese Arabic Dialect, and Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) to non-native speakers working, studying, visiting or just enjoying Beirut, Lebanon.

At Saifi Institute our motto is "learn Arabic from the ground up".  We specialize in teaching you the Arabic you will use everyday while living in the Arab world.  Because when you can use the language and see your progress on the streets in your everyday life, you will learn faster and remember what you've learned.

Arabic courses are offered for the novice learning to catch a taxi, and the fast talker who wants to learn how to read the newspaper.  In addition to spending time in the classroom with students, all teachers at Saifi are involved in developing the unique Saifi curriculum called Urban Arabic.

Class Schedule:

Click here for the current class schedule.  Arabic classes are organized in eight five-week-terms every year and full class schedules are posted 2-3 weeks before each term, however,

Registration:

Online registration for beginner (level 1) courses is available 2-3 months in advance. Registration for non-beginners courses begins when the full term schedule is posted - three weeks before each term.  All new non-beginner students must come to Saifi in order to take and evaluation to make sure they get into the correct class.

Saifi also teaches intensive Arabic courses for a twice yearly student exchange program - The Beirut Exchange - in cooperation with mideastwire.com.

Fees:

Classes cost between $240-$600 per term depending on how intensive your classes are. Check here for more about student fees.

Accomodation:

Saifi offers student housing at affordable rates ($360-$800 per person per month including breakfast).  Check saifigardens.com for more information and to book a room.  If you are looking for a hotel or apartment check our FAQ section on accomodation in Beirut.

Saifi Background, location & hours:

Saifi Institute was founded in January 2008 by Rana Dirani.  Saifi teachers have over 20 years teaching experience specializing in the Lebanese Dialect.

Located just steps from Martyr's Square, at the center of Beirut, and Gemayze, Saifi is central, safe and easy to get to.

Our hours are (open 8am-8pm, Monday-Friday & Saturday by appointment).