Kollel Iyun HaTalmud
Nurturing your geshmak for learning Gemara
Become part of the next generation of Rabbonei Chabad. Kollel Iyun HaTalmud offers Shluchim and Anash two levels of serious Gemara B'Iyun, so each participant learns the same sugya at the depth and level of independence that is right for him.
One Sugya. Two Tracks.
One Sugya. Two Tracks.
Choose the level that fits your schedule and your learning. You can move between tracks at any time.
Guided Iyun
3–5 hours / weekWe guide you through the Sugya.
- 2 guided Sugya shiurim weekly with Rabbi Dov Popack
- Twice-monthly Lomdus with Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski
- Shared Talking in Learning
- Sugya booklet divided by week
Advanced Iyun
6–10 hours / weekWe train you to learn the Sugya in depth.
- Independent learning with advanced sources
- Weekly Lomdus with Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski
- Weekly Iyun guidance with Rabbi Moshe Wolberg
- Twice-monthly Halacha with Rabbi Mendel Prescott
- Shared Talking in Learning
- Sugya booklet divided by week
Both tracks learn the same Sugya, with the opportunity to learn the same topics as your son in Yeshiva.
Everything you need to grow
Questions answered all week
The Maggidei Shiurim and a dedicated meishiv are available throughout the week for questions and discussion.
Chavrusa & personal follow-up
Regular weekly and monthly follow-up by the Menahel Poel to make sure you have a chavrusa and feel you are growing.
WhatsApp learning groups
A group with Rabbonim, Chavrei HaKollel and a Shoel U'meishiv to discuss the sugyos, plus a second group for general halachic questions.
Marei mekomos & chazara sheets
For every sugya: basic marei mekomos, chazara sheets, and advanced resources for those with more time.
Simple monthly membership
Guided Iyun $110/month · Advanced Iyun $175/month
Member of another kollel?
Reduced rates are available. Mention it on your application and we will apply your rate.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis. Just ask when you apply.
Switch anytime
Start in one track and move to the other whenever it suits you.
Common questions
Do I need to join with a chavrusa?
The best would be to find an in-person chavrusa. If that is not possible, we will help pair you up.
Are scholarships available?
Yes, some are available on a case-by-case basis.
Can I try out one track and move to the other?
Yes.
Program Directors
Maggidei Shiur
Shoalim U'Meishivim are available throughout the week for Talking in Learning, questions and support in both tracks.
Ready to learn b'iyun?
Apply today. After a short interview, you will receive access to your track and the full Kollel portal.
Hanhalah
Program Directors
Rabbi Mendy Kotlasky
Executive Director of Merkos 302
Rabbi Mendel Chaiton
Menahel, Merkos Torah
Rabbi Betzalel Bassman
Menahel, Kollel Iyun HaTalmud
Rabbi Dov Popack
Rosh Kollel, Kollel Iyun HaTalmud
Rabbi Shua Slavin
Menahel Poel, Kollel Iyun HaTalmud
Guided Iyun — Hanhalah
Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski
Lomdus Shiur, twice monthly
Maggidei Shiur & Shoalim U’Meishivim
Guided Sugya Shiurim and Talking in Learning
Advanced Iyun — Hanhalah
Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski
Weekly Lomdus Shiur
Rabbi Moshe Wolberg
Weekly Iyun Guidance
Rabbi Mendel Prescott
Twice-Monthly Halacha Shiur
Shoalim U’Meishivim
Ongoing Talking in Learning and support