Islamic Foundation
Grounded firmly in the Ahli Sunnah wal Jamaat creed and the Hanafi tradition — a clear path with classical scholarship.
بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ
Nurturing Minds.
Illuminating Hearts.
A premier Islamic boarding school in Los Angeles dedicated to Quran education, academic excellence, and the formation of upright character — rooted in the tradition of Ahli Sunnah wal Jamaat.
40+
Years of Service to the Ummah
100+
Students Currently Enrolled
Recognized Nonprofit Institution
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Beyond the Classroom
Our Services
Through UAMA, we extend our care to the broader community — supporting families with religious services throughout the year.
Islamic Education
Year-round Quran, tajweed, hifz, hadith, fiqh and siyar classes for children and adults — at both of our locations.
Learn More →Ramadan Programs
Iftar, suhoor, taraweeh, muqabalah, lectures and zakat distribution throughout the blessed month.
Learn More →Zakat Distribution
Trusted, transparent distribution of your zakat — guided by the Quran and Sunnah — to Quran students and families in need worldwide.
Learn More →Qurbani Services
Coordinated qurbani during Eid al-Adha, delivered to families in need around the world through our branches.
Learn More →Hajj Guidance
Hisar Hajj — trusted Hajj services since 1996, guided by the Ahli Sunnah tradition.
Learn More →Umrah Services
Year-round Umrah coordination with experienced scholars and group bookings.
Learn More →Niqah Service
Nikah (marriage) ceremonies conducted by qualified scholars in the Ahli Sunnah tradition.
Learn More →Janazah Service
Janazah (funeral) services conducted with care by qualified scholars in the Ahli Sunnah tradition.
Learn More →Our Foundation
Why Hisar Academy?
Four pillars guide every day on our campus — each rooted in the prophetic tradition and reinforced through forty years of educational practice.
Quran Education
Hifz memorization, precise tajweed and accessible tafsir — taught by qualified huffadh and scholars from a young age.
Academic Excellence
A full standards-aligned curriculum runs alongside Islamic studies, preparing students for college and beyond.
Community & Character
Brotherhood, mentorship and holistic growth — students leave with adab, confidence and a sense of responsibility.
About Hisar Academy
A House of Learning Islam, Rooted Since 1980.
For more than four decades, Hisar Academy has served Muslim families across Southern California as a place where the Quran is honored, the sunnah is lived, and young people grow into thoughtful, faithful adults. Our campus in Northridge is home to students who come to memorize the Book of Allah, complete their full academic studies, and build lifelong bonds.
Operated by the United American Muslim Association (UAMA), our mission is simple and enduring: to raise a generation of Muslims grounded in their deen and equipped to contribute to their families, their ummah and the wider society in which they live.
We follow the time-tested methodology of Ahli Sunnah wal Jamaat in the Hanafi school — taught with warmth, patience and the certainty that every student carries within them a light worth nurturing.
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United American Muslim Association
Serving the community since 1980
What We Offer
Our Programs
From the full-time Hifz pathway to summer intensives — each program is designed to deepen a student's relationship with the Quran while honoring their wider academic journey.
Full-Time Boarding
Full Time Program
Our flagship full-time boarding program — intensive Quran hifz and tajweed alongside a complete academic curriculum, in a nurturing Islamic environment.
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Day & Boarding
After School Program
Structured after-school Quran, tajweed and Islamic studies classes that fit around your child's regular school day.
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Weekend Program
Weekend Program
Weekend Quran and Islamic studies classes for children and youth who attend regular school during the week.
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Seasonal
Summer Quran Camp
A six-week summer intensive blending Quran study, Islamic enrichment, athletics and community for visiting students.
Learn More →Begin Your Journey
How to Enroll
A clear four-step process to help us get to know your family — and to help your child find their place at Hisar.
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Application
Submit our online pre-registration form with basic family information.
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Schedule a Visit
Tour the campus, meet teachers and see the program in action.
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Interview
A warm conversation with the student and parents about goals and fit.
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Assessment
A brief academic and Quran assessment to place students appropriately.
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Support Our Students
Your contribution clothes, feeds and teaches a child of the ummah — and earns a reward that continues long after this life.
إِذَا مَاتَ ٱبْنُ آدَمَ ٱنْقَطَعَ عَمَلُهُ إِلَّا مِنْ ثَلَاثٍ: صَدَقَةٍ جَارِيَةٍ، أَوْ عِلْمٍ يُنْتَفَعُ بِهِ، أَوْ وَلَدٍ صَالِحٍ يَدْعُو لَهُ
"When the son of Adam dies, his deeds come to an end — except for three: a continuing charity, knowledge by which people are benefitted, and a righteous child who prays for him."
— Saḥīḥ Muslim
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UAMA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization · Tax ID #11-2567323 · All donations are tax-deductible.
From the Prophetic Tradition
Words That Guide Us
خَيْرُكُمْ مَنْ تَعَلَّمَ ٱلْقُرْآنَ وَعَلَّمَهُ
"The best among you is the one who learns the Quran and teaches it."
— Saḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 5027
مَنْ سَلَكَ طَرِيقًا يَلْتَمِسُ فِيهِ عِلْمًا سَهَّلَ ٱللَّهُ لَهُ بِهِ طَرِيقًا إِلَى ٱلْجَنَّةِ
"Whoever takes a path in pursuit of knowledge, Allah will make easy for him a path to Paradise."
— Saḥīḥ Muslim 2699
مَا نَقَصَتْ صَدَقَةٌ مِنْ مَالٍ
"Charity does not decrease wealth."
— Saḥīḥ Muslim 2588
Knowledge Corner
From Our Journal
Reflections from our scholars and teachers — on the Quran, parenting, and walking the path of seeking knowledge.
Summer Camp Is in Session — and New Students Are Welcome at Hisar Academy
Our Summer Quran Camp is in session at Hisar Academy in Los Angeles — and we're welcoming new students to join. Here's what campers experience and how to register.
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Raising Children Who Love the Quran: A Guide for Muslim Parents
Practical, prophetic habits Muslim parents can begin this week to plant a deep, lasting love of the Quran in their children's hearts.
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Preparing Your Heart Before Ramadan Arrives
The salaf would spend months preparing for Ramadan. Here is how families can ready their hearts — and their children — before the blessed month arrives.
Read Article →Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything families commonly ask about our programs, admissions and campus. Can't find your answer? Reach out and we'll gladly help.
What programs does Hisar Academy offer?
Hisar Academy offers a full-time boarding program, an after-school program, a weekend program and a summer Quran camp — combining Quran hifz and tajweed with a complete academic curriculum.
Does Hisar Academy offer boarding?
Yes. Our flagship full-time program is a boarding program where students memorize the Quran and complete their academic studies in a nurturing Islamic environment.
What ages and grades does Hisar Academy accept?
Our programs generally serve students from grades 5 to 12 (roughly ages 10–18). Please contact us to discuss the right fit for your child.
Where is Hisar Academy located?
Our campus is in Northridge, Los Angeles, California. Hisar Academy is operated by the United American Muslim Association (UAMA).
Do students follow a full academic curriculum alongside Quran studies?
Yes. Students complete a standards-aligned academic curriculum alongside daily Quran, fiqh and Arabic — so they never have to choose between their deen and their education.
How do I enroll my child at Hisar Academy?
Begin by submitting our online pre-registration form. We will then invite you for a campus visit, a warm interview, and a brief placement assessment to find the right program for your child.
What Islamic tradition does Hisar Academy follow?
We follow the Ahli Sunnah wal Jamaat creed in the Hanafi school, taught by qualified scholars and huffadh.
Is Hisar Academy a nonprofit? Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes. Hisar Academy is operated by UAMA, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization (Tax ID #11-2567323), so all donations are tax-deductible.
Visit or Reach Out
We'd Love to Meet Your Family.
Our doors are open for campus tours by appointment. Reach out by phone, email or social — and we'll respond within one business day, inshā'Allāh.
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Campus17330 Gresham St Northridge, CA 91325
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Phone+1 (818) 391-0510
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Emailhisaracademy@uama.us
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17330 Gresham St, Northridge, CA 91325