Learn khat in Solo from the very first touch of the qalam to a piece you can hang on the wall. Naskhi comes first as the base, then Riq'ah and Thuluth, with every proportion weighed by the nuqthah dot. Open to children, teens, adults, and seniors, through private lessons at home across Laweyan, Jebres, and Banjarsari, or online, with calligraphers trained in the Arabi Method.
Your strokes are corrected on the sheet, one at a time
Move up a level once a style is truly steady
3 Khat StylesNaskhi, Riq'ah, and Thuluth, one step at a time
3 Khat StylesNaskhi, Riq'ah, and Thuluth, one step at a time
The Nuqthah RuleEvery letter weighed by the dot
Metode ArabiTrained calligraphers
Every AgeFrom children of 5 to seniors
2 WaysAt home in Solo and online
3 Khat StylesNaskhi, Riq'ah, and Thuluth, one step at a time
The Nuqthah RuleEvery letter weighed by the dot
Metode ArabiTrained calligraphers
Every AgeFrom children of 5 to seniors
2 WaysAt home in Solo and online
Quick Answer
What is the Arabic calligraphy (khat) course at Arabi in Solo?
In Solo, Arabi's ustadz and ustadzah teach Arabic Calligraphy with the Arabi Method arranged in gradual stages, from basic introduction to lasting ability, so your child in areas like Pasar Kliwon, Serengan, or Mojosongo learns with a comfortable and well-directed rhythm.
Key points
Each stroke is sized by the nuqthah dot unit, so the proportion of every letter stays true.
Naskhi is settled first as the parent style, before you rise to Riq'ah and Thuluth.
Every practice sheet is corrected on the spot by the calligrapher, from line weight to the gaps between letters.
Open to children from 5 years, students, working adults, and seniors.
Quick facts
Khat styles
Naskhi, Riq'ah, Thuluth
Unit of measure
The nuqthah dot from the qalam tip
How you learn
Private, at home in Solo and online
Age
5 years to seniors
The Learning Map
Six Khat Milestones, from the First Line to a Framed Piece
Six milestones that mark real progress, measured by the quality of your strokes and the steadiness of each stage.
Milestone 1
Controlled Lines and Dots
You canhold the qalam at the correct angle and produce clean thick and thin lines as well as tidy nuqthah dots.
Correct qalam angle
Thick and thin lines
Neat rhombus dots
Milestone 2
Single Naskhi Letters
You canThe 28 hijaiyah letters in the Naskhi style are written at the correct dot measure, both above and below the baseline.
28 Naskhi letters
Nuqthah measure for each letter
Position on the baseline
Milestone 3
Joins and Words
You canLetters join in their initial, medial, and final positions, forming words with balanced proportions.
Joins in three positions
Word proportion
Spacing between letters
Milestone 4
Sentences and Riq'ah
You canwrite neat short sentences and become acquainted with the Riq'ah khat, the compact style for quick writing.
Neat short sentences
Introduction to Riq'ah
Quick, readable writing
Milestone 5
The Majesty of Thuluth
You canbegin to master the broad curves and layered arrangement of the Thuluth khat, used for ornament and wall calligraphy.
Broad Thuluth curves
Layered arrangement
Wall ornament
Milestone 6
Composition Work
You canarrange a phrase within a single field, managing the empty space and border ornament, until the piece is worthy of framing.
Single field layout
Managing empty space
Border ornament and finishing
Each milestone is measured by the quality of your strokes, so you advance with a correct foundation at every step.
Real Arabi Teachers
Ustadz Who Teach Arabic Calligraphy in Solo
A glimpse of the real Arabi teachers who guide Arabic Calligraphy in Solo, chosen from leading campuses and trained in the Arabi method.
ADarussalam Gontor
Ustadzah Aul N.
Universitas Darussalam Gontor
Memperbaiki bacaan santri satu per satu, sehingga setiap pertemuan terasa makin lancar dan percaya diri. Adab dan pemahaman keislaman ditanam bersama pelajaran. Tempaan disiplin di Gontor terlihat dari caranya membimbing dengan teratur dan sabar.
Mengaji Al-Quran
Bahasa Arab
Studi Islam
UPesantren
Ustadz UKASYAH M.
MA UNGGULAN DARUL 'ULUM STEP-2 KEMENAG RI-IDB JOMBANG DI PONDOK PESANTREN DARUL 'ULUM PETERONGAN JOMBANG
Menemani santri membaca Al-Quran dari pengenalan huruf hijaiyah sampai lancar dan tartil, langkah demi langkah dengan sabar. Bahasa Arabnya membantu santri memahami makna yang dipelajari. Ditempa tradisi pesantren, ia menjaga adab dan ketekunan dalam setiap bimbingan.
Mengaji Al-Quran
Tahfidz
Tahsin Tajwid
Bahasa Arab
Tafsir
IAl-Azhar Kairo
Ustadz Ikmal H.
Universitas Al-Azhar, Kairo
Membimbing santri membaca dan memahami teks Arab, membuka pintu memahami Al-Quran dan kitab para ulama. Bacaan Al-Quran santri ikut dirapikan sepanjang bimbingan. Bekal ilmunya dari Al-Azhar Kairo membuat bimbingannya berakar pada keilmuan yang dalam.
Bahasa Arab
Mengaji Al-Quran
AUIN
Ustadz Ahyar H.
Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Kalijaga YogyakartaPendidikan Bahasa Arab
Menemani santri menghafal dengan tenang dan telaten, memperbaiki bacaan lebih dulu agar hafalan berdiri di atas tajwid yang benar. Bahasa Arabnya membantu santri memahami makna yang dipelajari. Pengalaman yang dibentuk di UIN membuatnya sabar menghadapi tiap santri.
Tahfidz
Mengaji Al-Quran
Kaligrafi
Bahasa Arab
Studi Islam
These are a few of the teachers; thousands more serve families across Indonesia.
Reviews
Stories from Arabi Calligraphy Students
4.9From 34 parent reviews
My child, who once had little patience, now traces lines and dots with real care. The calligrapher draws in front of him, so he sees exactly how the hand should move.
I began from nothing in my thirties. Learning Naskhi with the nuqthah rule made my writing neat, and I have already framed my first basmalah.
Through guidance in the naskah branch, I came to grasp the required and chosen styles. Correction on every sheet made my strokes steadier as the MKQ drew near.
The Arabi Khat Method
Carrying On the Way of the Master Calligraphers, Laid Out for Beginners
In Solo, Arabi's ustadz and ustadzah teach Arabic Calligraphy with the Arabi Method arranged in gradual stages, from basic introduction to lasting ability, so your child in areas like Pasar Kliwon, Serengan, or Mojosongo learns with a comfortable and well-directed rhythm. Khat has always travelled from teacher to student through copying an example and having each stroke corrected. Arabi keeps this way alive and shapes it into clear steps for Solo learners.
Copying the teacher's example
Manqul
You write over or alongside the rule example, teaching your eye and hand to know the true shape of each letter before you write it freely.
Learning face to face
Talaqqi
The calligrapher forms the strokes right in front of you and reveals the hand movements no explanation can carry, from the tilt of the qalam to the weight of each pull.
Reviewing every sheet
Stroke Correction
Each practice is marked wherever it needs mending, from line weight, to the level of the rows, to the spacing between letters, so the proportions rise steadily.
The Arabi Method arrangement
Gradual Levels
One style is made firm before the next begins, so the base of your strokes stays strong and calm as the material widens.
Across the generations, calligraphers (khattat) learned by tracing their teacher's work letter by letter, then handing back their practice for correction until each stroke held to the rules. Arabi guards this same tradition and orders it into level after level, so a beginner in Solo who has never lifted a qalam still has a plain road toward a finished piece.
Getting to Know Your City
Arabi Arabic Calligraphy in Solo
Solo, or Surakarta, is one of the cities with deep Islamic traditions in Central Java, where palace culture runs alongside the life of santri. From the Laweyan area, known for its religious batik merchant quarter, to Pasar Kliwon with its community of Arab descent and its old mosque, to Jebres, Banjarsari, and Serengan, Muslim families in Solo keep the habit of reciting the Quran in village mosques, madrasah, and majelis taklim that have lived on for generations. The Great Mosque of Surakarta beside the northern town square is one of the centers of religious life familiar to residents. This atmosphere makes learning Arabic Calligraphy in Solo feel like a continuation of traditions long rooted among the people of this city.
Solo is surrounded by pesantren and madrasah traditions in the Surakarta area and its surroundings, with religious life familiar in village mosques and majelis taklim. Your child learns Arabic Calligraphy with adab and depth that match the feel of this santri city.
Learning that fits the daily life of Solo residents
From Laweyan and Banjarsari to Jebres and Mojosongo, Arabi's ustadz and ustadzah guide Solo families in learning Arabic Calligraphy privately at home or online, adjusting to the rhythm of families in this city.
Adab preserved alongside knowledge
The people of Solo hold courtesy and good character in high regard in seeking knowledge. Learning Arabic Calligraphy with Arabi in Solo plants correct tajwid, lasting memorization, and good adab all together.
Child Readiness
Signs You Are Ready to Begin Khat
Before starting Arabic Calligraphy in Solo, the following readiness list helps you assess your child's learning stage according to age and ability, whether you live in the Solo city center or in areas like Jebres and Banjarsari, so the learning process feels light and enjoyable for your child. Arabic calligraphy welcomes beginners and the already trained alike. The points below sketch how ready your hand and eye are, and in Solo the calligrapher sets your level through an opening consultation.
A Child Ready to Begin
Can already hold a pen steadily
Knows some of the hijaiyah letter shapes
Enjoys tracing lines and shapes with care
Teens, Adults, and Seniors
Wants to learn from scratch or to firm up a style already known
Willing to repeat strokes in practice at home
Has a regular slot for one session each week
What Arabi Prepares
A free level-placement consultation
Rule sheets, stroke examples, and tracing practice
A qalam and tool guidance matched to your stage
The Mark of Arabi Khat
What Makes Learning Khat at Arabi Different
A few things that bring the beauty of your strokes within reach sooner.
Sizing by the Nuqthah Dot
You measure the height and width of each letter with the rhombus dot unit from the qalam tip. From this the strokes turn balanced, readable, and faithful to the correct rules of khat.
Drawing in Front of You
The calligrapher shows the hand movements words cannot carry, from the tilt of the qalam to the weight of each pull, so you can copy them exactly.
Rising Once You Are Solid
One style is settled first, starting with Naskhi as the parent, before you move on to Riq'ah and Thuluth, so the foundation holds firm.
Classes
Ways to Learn Calligraphy
In Person
Private at Home
60 minutes per session
Contact us
The calligrapher comes to your home in Solo
Draws the example right in front of you
Strokes corrected on every practice sheet
Pick a morning, evening, or holiday session
Online
Private Online
60 minutes per session
Contact us
Learn from home through the screen
The calligrapher draws the example live
You send photos of your practice for correction
Learning supported through the Arabi App
Why Arabi
What We Hold to in Every Khat Session
Strokes Corrected on Every Sheet
The calligrapher marks wherever mending is needed, from line weight to the gaps between letters, so the proportion of your writing keeps rising.
Rules Weighed by the Dot Unit
Each letter is sized by the nuqthah dot unit from the qalam tip, so your writing stays balanced and true to the standard rules.
Three Styles, Step by Step
Naskhi as the clear, readable parent, then the compact Riq'ah, up to the majestic Thuluth for ornamental works.
A Path to a Framed Piece
Guidance carries you to arranging a whole composition, from the basmalah to a short phrase worthy of framing.
Teachers who understand Solo
Arabi's ustadz and ustadzah guide students across various areas of Solo, from Laweyan and Banjarsari to Jebres and Mojosongo, with expertise in Quran recitation and Arabic and a teacher's heart in teaching Arabic Calligraphy.
Private and online learning
In Solo you can choose Arabic Calligraphy privately at home or online through the Arabi App, adjusting to the busy life and needs of your family in this city.
A method that preserves the adab of Solo
Learning Arabic Calligraphy in Solo goes hand in hand with planting adab and courtesy, in keeping with the city's Islamic traditions and culture that uphold good character in seeking religious knowledge.
Comparison
Learning Khat with Arabi in Solo Compared to Other Ways
Many families in Solo are already familiar with mosque study circles and Quran education centers. Here is an honest picture of how structured Arabic Calligraphy with Arabi helps families in Solo compared with other options, so you can choose the learning path that suits your child best. There are many ways to learn Arabic calligraphy, and each has a place. Here is an honest look, so families in Solo can choose with clear eyes while still honoring every option.
Stroke correction
Arabi Private Khat
Every stroke is corrected on the spot by a calligrapher
Self-Study from VideoNo one mends the strokes, and errors in measure quietly take root
School ExtracurricularOne teacher for many children, so attention per student is thin
Rule of measure
Arabi Private Khat
Weighed by the nuqthah dot unit from the very start
Self-Study from VideoOften guesswork with no standard yardstick
School ExtracurricularA basic introduction, the rule of measure seldom detailed
Level arrangement
Arabi Private Khat
Levels shaped to follow each student's own progress
Self-Study from VideoRests on personal discipline to pick the right order
School ExtracurricularLevels hard to arrange within limited time
Place and schedule
Arabi Private Khat
Fitted to you, at home in Solo or online
Self-Study from VideoFlexible, yet with no guide beside you
School ExtracurricularTied to the school's schedule and place
Pricing
Arabic Calligraphy Cost in Solo
This fee is the same for every Arabi teacher serving Solo and its surroundings, including Laweyan, Pasar Kliwon, Jebres. You are free to learn privately at home or online.
A1Foundational (introduction)Rp 55.100 / per session
A2Foundational (advanced)Rp 63.365 / per session
B1IntermediateRp 72.870 / per session
B2Intermediate (advanced)Rp 83.800 / per session
C1AdvancedRp 96.370 / per session
C2ProficientRp 110.826 / per session
Take a package, and the larger it is the more you save per session:
4 sessionsRp 73.000 per sessionRp 292.000
8 sessionsRp 70.000 per sessionRp 560.000
12 sessionsRp 68.000 per sessionRp 816.000
24 sessionsRp 65.500 per sessionRp 1.572.000
A single session: Rp 72.870 in person, Rp 55.100 online.
Questions About the Arabic Calligraphy Course in Solo
Can I learn Arabic calligraphy from scratch in Solo without being able to draw?
Yes. Arabic calligraphy rests on precision and practice under correct rules, and anyone can train for it. You begin by holding the qalam, work on lines and dots, then size letters with the nuqthah unit. Arabi's calligraphers in Solo guide you step by step, so even a beginner who has never lifted a qalam can reach a piece worthy of framing.
What khat styles are taught at Arabi?
Arabi teaches three core styles step by step. Naskhi comes first because its forms are clear, easy to read, and act as the parent of the other styles. Once Naskhi is steady, you meet the compact Riq'ah for quick writing, then the majestic Thuluth with its broad curves for ornament and wall pieces. Each style carries its own rule of measure, trained gradually.
What is the nuqthah rule in Arabic calligraphy?
The nuqthah is a rhombus-shaped dot unit stamped from the tip of the qalam, used to size each letter. The height of the alif, the width of the ba, and the curve of a letter are all counted in a number of dots. With this measure your writing turns balanced and faithful to the same rules of khat the masters have carried for generations.
What is the minimum age for a child in Solo to join the Arabic calligraphy course?
A child who can already hold a pen steadily and knows the hijaiyah letters is usually ready to begin, generally around 5 years and above. For children, the guidance follows the steadiness of their hand and their span of focus, starting from simple lines and dots. A free consultation via WhatsApp 628164896943 helps us read your child's readiness.
Can the calligraphy course in Solo be done online?
Yes. Arabi offers khat classes at home across Solo or online through the screen. In an online class the calligrapher draws the example live and you send photos of your practice to be corrected on the spot. Online learning is also supported through the Arabi App, and registration is done through daftar.arabi.id.
Does Arabi in Solo prepare students for calligraphy competitions such as the MKQ?
Yes, for students who are interested. The Musabaqah Khattil Quran (MKQ) judges the beauty and rules of the writing across the naskah, decoration, and contemporary branches. Arabi's calligraphers guide the rules strictly and introduce the demands of each branch. This preparation grows alongside practice, and we guide it honestly according to each student's ability.
How long does it take to be able to create a calligraphy piece?
The time differs from person to person because khat is measured by strokes that keep getting better. What counts is diligent practice and steadiness at each milestone, from controlled lines, to Naskhi letters, to joins, to composition. With regular practice and periodic correction, many students in Solo have produced a first basmalah piece worthy of framing within a few levels.
Can Arabic Calligraphy lessons in Solo be private at home?
Yes. Arabi's ustadz and ustadzah serve private Arabic Calligraphy lessons at home in many areas of Solo, from Laweyan, Pasar Kliwon, Jebres, Banjarsari, to Mojosongo, with schedules that fit the daily life of your family in the city of Solo.
What age is suitable to start Arabic Calligraphy in Solo?
Children in Solo can start Arabic Calligraphy from an early age, and the levels are adjusted to each student's ability. Arabi will help you recognize your child's readiness first, so learning feels comfortable and gradual amid the daily life of Solo families.
How does Arabi maintain the quality of Arabic Calligraphy teachers in Solo?
Arabi's Arabic Calligraphy teachers in Solo are ustadz and ustadzah trained in the Arabi Method, graduates of various campuses, with expertise in Quran recitation and Arabic and a teacher's heart that teaches with sincerity, so your child in Solo is guided with patience and good adab.
Is Arabic Calligraphy in Solo available online?
Yes, it is available. Besides private lessons at home, families in Solo can learn Arabic Calligraphy online through the Arabi App, so a student can keep learning with the support of an ustadz or ustadzah even when schedules are full or distance becomes an obstacle in the city of Solo.
Does Arabi reach Laweyan and Pasar Kliwon in Solo?
Yes. Arabi teachers serve families across Solo, including Laweyan, Pasar Kliwon, Jebres, and other areas. Sessions run privately at your home or online, so Arabic Calligraphy stays accessible wherever you are in Solo.
Tutor
Arabi Calligraphers in Solo Who Teach from the Heart
Calligraphy needs a teacher whose hand is trained and whose heart is patient. Arabi's ustadz and ustadzah calligraphers are skilled experts drawn from a range of campuses and universities, equipped with the Arabi Method to guide beginners in an orderly way. Across Solo they draw in front of you, correct with gentleness, and cheer you on over every practice sheet, until your strokes find their beauty.
T
Trained Khat ExpertCampus graduate
Holds the rules of Naskhi, Riq'ah, and Thuluth, and can draw a rule-faithful example directly in front of you.
Naskhi
Riq'ah
Thuluth
T
Trained in the Arabi MethodNational network
Orders levels and corrections in a clear way, so a beginner who has never lifted a qalam still has a plain road toward a finished piece.
The Arabi Khat Method
The nuqthah rule
Level arrangement
A
A Teacher's HeartIn person and online
Patient with strokes still stiff, encouraging with good manners, and glad for every small step a student takes.
The beauty of khat begins with a single correct stroke. Tell us how far you know the letters and the qalam, and Arabi's calligrapher will help gauge which level you should start from. For children, teens, adults, and seniors. The opening consultation is free via WhatsApp, learning is available at home or online, and you may also register through daftar.arabi.id. Start your child's Arabic Calligraphy journey in Solo with Arabi today, guided by ustadz and ustadzah ready to accompany your child with a clear method.
