Structured Courses
Lessons follow a clear, effective system, with learners progressing through levels such as A1, A2 and A3.
Al Ramsa Institute for Emirati Arabic language
Al Quoz
Al Ramsa Institute is a language school in Al Quoz focused on spoken Emirati Arabic and Emirati culture. Learners can follow structured courses, use professionally designed books such as the Emirati Arabic 1st level book, or choose private, group, face-to-face and online lessons.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
526 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Useful Materials
The professionally designed textbooks and study materials are organised to support vocabulary, grammar and conversation.
Spoken Dialect
Courses focus on everyday Emirati words and conversation, helping learners use the dialect with colleagues, friends and local residents.
Flexible Formats
Reviews mention group, private, one-to-one, face-to-face and online study options, including lessons suited to busy schedules.
Interactive Lessons
Classes can include games such as Kahoot and watching series, alongside explanations and speaking practice.
Cultural Context
Lessons connect language with Emirati history and culture, while some events offer cultural workshops and gatherings.
Beginner Friendly
Learners with no previous progress mentioned clear teaching, patient support and the ability to begin basic conversations at A1.
Smooth Enrolment
The registration and payment process is described as smooth, with staff guiding learners through course selection and enrolment.
Tips for a Better Visit
Take Placement. If you already know Arabic or another dialect, take the placement test before enrolling to find a more suitable level.
Check Formats. Ask about online, face-to-face, private or group options so the course format matches your schedule and learning preference.
Watch Instagram. Check the institute’s Instagram for cultural events and workshops, which may complement the language classes.
Plan Practice. Set aside regular practice time: a reviewer found online classes helped with consistency but stressed that the dialect requires ongoing work.
Choose Books. Match books to your goal: the verbs book supports grammar, while conversational titles focus on phrases without grammar explanations.
Plan the visit
Practical details
K.M.L. Business Center (Arab Sweets Building Quoz 1 area - next to Global Indian International School
Al Qouz First - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Popular Mentions
Emirati arabic verbs book
This grammar-focused book covers basic Emirati Arabic verbs and gives examples across past, present and future sentences.
Emirati arabic 1st level
The first-level course book combines basic grammar, vocabulary, cultural history and simple exercises for beginners.
700 questions and phrases in emirati dialect
A phrasebook organised around question words and verb types, intended for speaking practice rather than grammar study.
365 emirati arabic phrases
A picture-led conversational book built around learning one Emirati Arabic phrase per day.
Common Concerns
Book Covers
One buyer said the book covers wear quickly and suggested that future editions use hardcover binding.
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The Bottom Line
Al Ramsa Institute is a language school in Al Quoz focused on spoken Emirati Arabic rather than Modern Standard Arabic. You can work through structured courses, including A1–A3 progression, or choose private, group, face-to-face and online lessons; reviews repeatedly point to clear explanations and conversation practice. The materials are a real part of the learning experience.
The Emirati arabic 1st level book is described as beginner-friendly, with grammar, vocabulary, cultural history and exercises. For targeted practice, the Emirati arabic verbs book focuses on past, present and future sentences, while Talk to me in emirati arabic groups useful phrases by everyday settings. Classes are not limited to textbook drills.
Learners mention games such as Kahoot and watching series, real-life examples, and lessons that include Emirati history and culture. Cultural workshops and gatherings—including an Emirati restaurant event and an invitation to an Emirati house—add a social dimension when scheduled. If you already know Arabic, take the placement test before enrolling; one learner with experience in several dialects found it led to a more suitable level.
Online study has helped some busy learners stay consistent, but reviews also stress that the dialect still takes regular work. One caution for book buyers: a reviewer said the covers wear quickly and suggested hardcover editions.