Our story
A house of Quran, raised with knowledge, adab, and a lifelong love of the Book of Allah.
Founder’s message
Shaykh Muhammad Umar is an esteemed scholar, educator, and Imam with over 12 years of experience in Islamic studies. His journey began at ten when he memorized the Quran in Pakistan from IQRA Rawdatul Athfal, laying the foundation for his lifelong dedication to teaching and leading Taraweeh prayers.
He attended Walnut High School in California. Then Shaykh Umar went to Pakistan to further his studies at Dar ul Uloom Karachi. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Islamic Sciences. He received multiple certifications in Fiqh, Aqeedah, Tafsir, and an Ijazah in Hadith with teachers including Shaykh Muhammad Rafi Usmani and Shaykh Muhammad Taqi Usmani.
He returned to California and served as a religious instructor at the Institute of Knowledge (IOK) for over ten years. Shaykh Muhammad Umar is the founder of Umar Academy, which started in 2019.
Our history
Umar Academy is a premier online Quran program dedicated to helping students of all ages reach their learning goals for the Holy Quran. Our mission is to provide a high-quality and accessible education for anyone seeking to deepen their skills relating to the Quran.
Our team of qualified instructors is committed to providing students with personalized attention and support, ensuring that each student reaches their full potential.
إِنَّا نَحْنُ نَزَّلْنَا ٱلذِّكْرَ
At Umar Academy, we’re passionate about instilling a greater love for Allah, His Messenger ﷺ, and His Holy Book. We believe that our students’ journey with the Quran is a lifelong one, and we are honored to play a part in their spiritual growth.
From first letters to complete hifdh, the academy exists so Quranic knowledge and character are shared in the home and the community.