Spain
Educational
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This sisters only retreat provides an opportunity to find an inner silence in the beautiful mountains of Andalucia.
Rejuvenate Your Spirit: Here you can nourish your soul and quieten the busy mind, connecting to our beloved Rasul and Allah Almighty. Find like-minded sisters on the retreat, together taking part in meditations, group prayers, and walks in nature. There are also some local outings, prayers, and a day of silence.
Immerse in Tranquility: The venue is in an area of outstanding natural beauty with nature walks and an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Refresh yourself in the pretty dipping pool overlooking the mountains and take in the views on a trip to the mountain villages of the Alpujarras.. The air is crystal clear, and the water is from fresh mountain springs.
Healing massages: Sisters can choose from a wonderful range of full-body massages and reflexology which are scheduled throughout the day.
Halal Meals: Have a break from cooking and enjoy our simple yet delicious home-cooked meals based on Middle Eastern recipes. Refreshments are available throughout the day.
Creatively exploring your inner space: As part of the retreat journey, creativity is a wonderful way to work with emotions and explore our inner space. We have a creative reflection time where we connect with issues that are present with us which is led by Yasmin, a fully qualified creative arts counsellor. Also included on the retreat are some craft workshops. Creativity is a wonderful way to relax, spend time with other sisters. Hana Horack is a skilled artist and will guide you in a few craft activities. Including Tatreez, a form of Palestine embroidery.
Attuning Body and Soul: Movement is a wonderful way to connect, in action. With mountain treks and morning movements including walking meditations, we can find the stillness within and connect with the beauty of nature. You can also take time to relax in the dipping pool in the beautiful warm sun, overlooking the countryside.
The Spiritual Journey: On the retreat, there will be plenty of opportunities to spiritually connect with group prayers, dhikr, Qur'an, a day of silence and contemplation as well as qasida and spiritual discussions. We also gain inspiration from the writings of the great awliyallah such as Al-Ghazali, Ibn Arabi and others.
Hana and Yasmin who are leading this retreat are part of the Naqshbandi Tariqat, a world wide Sufi Order, which adheres to the teachings of the Prophet (pbuh) according to the four major Shariah madhabs.
All our welcome on the retreat, no matter which madhab or Tariqat you follow or if you are finding your way in Islam. We offer a non-judgemental and open atmosphere for all.
The retreat venue is set in a secluded area near Lanjaron, Spain. It is a homely and rustic space decorated with a Moorish style where you can enjoy the absolute beauty of nature. You can choose between a shared room in the house, a luxury bell tent or a hotel room.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Itinerary
Monday - Welcome, Arrival and walk
Tuesday - Activities, reflection circle and trek in the countryside
Wednesday - Trip to the mountain villages
Thursday - Day of silence with activities
Friday - Reflection circle and Juma prayer in Orgiva
Saturday - Departure or optional Alhambra visit
Daily Schedule
6:00 Fajr prayer
7:00 Meditation
10:30 Brunch
11:30 Activity (E.g. Trek, craft or art activities)
1:30 Meditation
2:00 Zuhur prayer and free time/siesta
4:00 Refreshments
4:30 Asr prayer, meditation, Qur'an reflection time or Burda
6:00 Dinner
7:30 Maghrib Prayer, meditation, evening tea and conversation
Outings
On the Wednesday, inshAllah, we will take a drive up to the stunning mountain villages of the Alpujarras where we have lunch (not included in price of the retreat) and explore the villages and shops. On the Friday inshAllah we will attend the Juma prayer at the local Mosque in Orgiva, attended by a special Jumaat, famous in this region, for living close to the ways of the Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.). This BBC article mentions the community in Orgiva https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20160928-the-spaniards-who-chose-mystical-islam
Andalucia has a rich and fascinating Islamic history, the Muslims ruled for nearly 800 years. We have two outings planned during the retreat and for those interested in seeing the famous Alhambra Palace, we have an optional day outing after the retreat ends.
INCLUDED/NOT INCLUDED
What's included in this retreat?
- Collection from Malaga airport by taxi
- Five nights accommodation
- Halal meals
- Creative activities
- Treks
- Daily Islamic-based meditation
- Pool
- Time for inner contemplation and prayer
- Outing to the Alpujarran mountain villages and jummah prayer in Orgiva
Extras
- Massages (From £30)
- Trip to the Alhambra Palace and extra night stay (£160 p.p.)
- Flights
