2026
Futuwwa Retreat
Futuwwa Retreat
Cultivating Men of Presence, Purpose & Adab
THE OBJECTIVE
"Restore the importance of futuwwa in the participants and give them practical instruments and tools.“
THE SEVEN WAYS
1) Sacred knowledge
2) Self-knowledge
3) Adab
4) Service / khidma
5) Sunna of physical exercise
6) Brotherhood
7) Creativity as a way to wholeness and growth
Emin Alzueta
Teaching daily classes, first on futuwwa, and then on self-knowledge or traditional Islamic psychology.
Abdalqadir Schaller
Leading on group recitations of the Quran and men's sharing circles we will hold on some evenings, allowing participants to share their thoughts, questions and ideas.
Abdul Malik
Instructing daily classes in capoeira so as to develop self awareness and control of the body and eye to hand coordination.
Hamza Dinshah
Our munshid who will be leading on drumming and singing during the evening spiritual gatherings, as well as supporting Ayman in the poetry classes.
Ayman Muhammed
Teaching basic principles of poetry as a form of communication, to help encourage effective speaking skills and clarity of thought.
In addition, the retreat will emphasis service to others (khidma), the importance of brotherhood, discipline and self-knowledge with the aim of giving participants practical instruments and tools they can use upon their return home.
Participants will be able to enjoy the serene and scenic Azahara landscape, filled with olive trees and blue skies, all in the company of like minded people who are equally seeking the spirit of Islamic brotherhood.