Sisters Swimming has changed from Sun 13 July to Sun 27 July – time and location is the same
“If your aim is to hit the bullseye, you have already missed the target.”
– cool, profound quote by someone
The supreme sunnah sports are much more than mere physical activities. They are laden with secrets which cultivate tawakkul (trust in God), hudūr (presence), sabr (patience), istiqāma (consistency/steadfastness) and the art of refining niyyah (intention) in everything we do. When done in the right way, the sunnah sports have the power to holistically transform not just our jasad (body), but also our mind (aql), qalb (heart) and soul (ruh). Might sound crazy but these ancient arts can genuinely change the quality of our prayer, character and connection with God.
This July, join our campaign to revive the sunnah sports where you can expect hands-on events in archery, horse riding, swimming, wrestling, and walking, plus Instagram live conversations with legends from the world of sunnah sports.
Sisters Swimming has changed from Sun 13 July to Sun 27 July – time and location is the same
Details
Various events starting from Monday 7 July to Sunday 20 July. Please see schedule below to see more details for each event including the event, the speakers, the date and time, the location and the price.
Discount
Save $20 when you purchase the Full Event Pass – available separately for brothers and sisters, each including access to all their respective events.
Schedule
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Event 1 |
Event 2 |
| Mon 7 July |
IG Live Conversation: Inner Dimensions of Sunnah Sports (8-9:30pm – IG Live)
Ust Ahmed Karat, Imran Fayez (Host) |
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| Tue 8 July |
Swimming Brothers (6-8pm – $40 – Parramatta Aquatic Centre)
Ust Ibrahim Bakkour |
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| Wed 9 July |
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| Thu 10 July |
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| Fri 11 July |
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| Sat 12 July |
Wrestling Brothers (12-2pm – $30 – Gallipoli Community Hall, Auburn)
Ust Muhammad Saifullah |
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| Sun 13 July |
Horseriding Brothers (10-4pm – $70 – 6 St David’s Road Varroville)
Foued Nacher |
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| Mon 14 July |
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| Tue 15 July |
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| Wed 16 July |
IG Live Conversation: Martial Arts, Fitrah & The Soul (9:15-10:45pm – IG Live)
Sensei Imanul Hakim, Sensei Shanti Indriati, Sh Abdul Hadi Shah-Idil (Host) |
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| Thu 17 July |
Archery Sisters (6-7:30pm – $50 – Kokoda Oval, Holsworthy)
Ust Ahmed Karat |
Archery Brothers (7:30-9pm – $50 – Kokoda Oval, Holsworthy)
Ust Ahmed Karat |
| Fri 18 July |
Wrestling Sisters (7-9pm – $30 – Volkz Jiujitsu Academy, Villawood)
Israa’ Andrist & Ust Sahar Dandan (inner dimensions theory)
Note: closed dojo with no males present |
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| Sat 19 July |
Brothers and Sisters Nature Hike & BBQ (10-1pm – $10 – Lake Parramatta)
Sh Abdul Hadi Shah-Idil |
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| Sun 20 July |
Horseriding Sisters (10-4pm – $70 – 6 St David’s Road Varroville)
Foued Nacher |
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| Sun 27 July |
Swimming Sisters (2-4pm – $40 – Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre)
Zena Bakkour & Ust Ibrahim Bakkour (inner dimensions theory)
Note: no males present in pool site during physical water activities |
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Foued Nacher
The Horse Whisperer
With over two decades as a professional horse trainer and breaker, Foued earned the title “The Horse Whisperer” through his remarkable gift for understanding and communicating with horses. His expertise in transforming spirited and fearful horses into confident partners reflects the prophetic emphasis on compassion, patience, and mastery in working with Allah’s creatures.
Sensei Imanul Hakim
6th Dan Black Belt Aikido & Traditional Archery Master
Sensei Hakim is a 6th Dan black belt in Aikido and a life-long student of the martial arts with prior training in Jujitsu, Taekwondo, Karate, Kempo, Kalimasada, Kashima Shin-ryu Kenjutsu, Daito-ryu Aiki Jujutsu and traditional archery. Infusing Aikido with the spirit of Futuwwah (Islamic spiritual chivalry), he teaches how to align heart, mind and body in all aspects of life.
Sensei Shanti Indriati
Indonesia’s First Female 5th Dan Black Belt Aikido
Indonesia’s first female to reach 5th Dan black belt in Aikido, Senpai Shanti is dedicated to inspiring women to strengthen and connect with their fitrah in daily life through the practice of Aikido. Her all-female classes weave together Aikido principles with prophetic teachings, empowering women to develop strength, inner awareness, and spiritual transformation.
Shaykh Abdul Hadi Shah-Idil
1st Dan Black Belt Taekwondo & Islamic Scholar
Shaykh Abdul Hadi holds a 1st Dan black belt in Taekwondo and is a teacher of Islamic law and classical Arabic, having pursued the traditional Islamic sciences in Jordan. His unique background bridges scholarship and physical training, embodying the prophetic model of holistic education that unites mind, body, and heart.
Muhammad Saifullah
Former Coach of San Fransisco 49ers
An elite performance coach who has shaped world-class athletes including The San Francisco 49ers, Muhammad bridges the gap between sport and spirituality. His holistic approach demonstrates how athletic discipline becomes a spiritual practice, building identity and unlocking holistic wellness and human potential.
Ust Ahmed Karat
Master of Traditional Ottoman Archery
Founder of Maydaan Archery Club Australia, Ustadh Ahmed revives the prophetic discipline of archery as a spiritual art form rooted in the Ottoman tradition. His classes masterfully blend deep spiritual insights with historical techniques, cultivating tawakkul (trust in God) and hudūr (presence) through the sacred practice of the bow.
Imran Fayez
Grappling & Martial Arts Enthusiast
A passionate community volunteer specializing in martial arts and grappling, Imran uses sport to foster authentic Australian Muslim identity among youth. With years of training under Sydney’s finest instructors, he revives the sunnah of wrestling to encourage both spiritual and physical development.
Ibrahim Bakkour
Director of Maydaan Spearfishing
Director of Maydaan Spearfishing, Ibrahim revives the prophetic discipline of swimming and freediving as spiritual practices that draw hearts closer to Allah. His unique methodology blends freediving, science, Islamic psychology, Quran and dhikr with practical breathwork, creating transformative experiences in the ocean depths.
Israa’ Andrist
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu National Champion
Israa’ Andrist is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) athlete based in Sydney. She began her BJJ journey in 2022 and, within a year, won both Gi and No-Gi divisions at the 2023 Australian Jiu-Jitsu Championship (AJJC), organised by the Australian Federation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (AFBJJ). Competing under the Sydney Wrestling Academy, Israa’ has participated in various tournaments, including the NSWBJJF Autumn Cup and Grappling Industries Sydney.
Ustadah Sahar Dandan
Islamic Teacher, Community Leader & Women’s Well-Being Advocate
An educator, community leader, and advocate for women’s well-being, Ustadah Sahar draws on her background in engineering, organisational development, permaculture, and Islamic studies in Lebanon and Mauritania. She is the founder of GoActive, a pioneering health and education program that empowers diverse women through movement, purpose, and faith.
