Realign to the Divine

A weekend of removing oneself from the rigours of daily life, and immersing in a weekend of fun, focus, new friends, reigniting the heart to give motivation to break unwanted habits in order to focus on the divine.

Date: Fri 5th Dec 2025 – Sun 7th Dec 2025

Location: Darul Arqam Educational Trust, LE5 0TP, Leicester & Hidayah Hub

Price:

Adults 16+ £25

Children 5-16 £15

Children under 5 £10

Tutors: Shaykh Zaqir and Guest Speakers

Please register the details of all attendees using the form below, before paying for your spaces.

Come to Islam as you are, to Islam as it is!

I had an amazing weekend Alhamdulillah 💝. I gained so much spiritually and I have a much more positive view of myself and others around me. I sure did feel the love of sisterhood in Islam. Big Jazakallah Khair! May Allah SWT bless you all with what is good for you, Ameen .

I grew to learn so much over this event, from building a strong network of sisterhood, understanding ones self and space and developing ones inner peace and spirituality. JazakAllah Khair to all the sisters, we were all chosen to unite on this retreat Alhamdulillah.

Masha'Allah, Darul Arqam retreats are always so uplifting for the soul. I have always felt at home, and most welcomed at each and every retreat I have attended, Masha'Allah. They bring you into the fold of the family, which leaves a feeling of acceptance and care. Through these gatherings I have met some amazing ladies Masha'Allah, whom have become dear to my heart.

Alhamdulillah we found it very beneficial as well as enjoyable. JazakAllah Khair to everyone for your khidmah and efforts in organising this itikaaf. My mother wanted to share her appreciation for everyone being so welcoming and really enjoyed the company and support. She felt the experience reminded her of being in Mina during hajj; spending time with people from all walks of life with a shared purpose of remembering Allah and doing each others khidmah.

During our hectic lives a moment of stillness and contemplation are valuable gifts which Allah only bestows upon his chosen slaves. Wayfarers Weekend is a blessed moment for us to immerse ourselves in the remembrance of Allah and His Prophet ﷺ. The Prophet ﷺ is reported to have said ‘a moment of contemplation is better than a thousand years of worship’ . Within this time we will realign our hearts to the Divine and reconnect ourselves to the only two activities that are blessed and everlasting in this abode, with all else being cursed.

The Prophet ﷺ has said: ‘The world is accursed and that which is within it except the Glorification of Allah and that which is associated with it and the teacher and student of sacred knowledge and that which is associated with it’. We beseech Allah’s subtle succour to bless our time and flow over us His Divine grace.

Programme Includes:

Immersing yourself in the Masjid of Allah with a band of believers, All prayers read in congregation, Collective Dhikr and Inshaad. Educational classes and Classes, Hike, Reflection time, Archery, Sports, Social time, Q&A, Refreshments and more.

Activities include:
Hike, Archery and sports.

What you need to bring:

The retreat is for the purpose of spiritually immersing yourself in the Masjid with simplicity. In order to increase the bonds of brother and sister hood amongst us.
Attendees will experience spending time and sleeping in the Masjid a blessed place where Angels gather and hearts can turn back to Allah. (Sleeping areas will be segregated for brothers and sisters) Suitable accommodation will be made available for sisters who are menstruating. Each Attendee is required to bring the following:

– Their own bedding, Yoga mats, folding mattresses and air beds are welcome.
– Suitable clothing for the outdoor activities and for living in the Masjid.
– Paper and pens to make any notes during classes
– Personal Toiletries
– Copy of the Qur’an
– A reusable bottle for water and a mug or flask for hot drinks (in order to keep waste to a minimum there will be no disposable cups available)

Shower facilities are only available for compulsory bathing purposes.

All meals will be provided with Tea /Coffee flowing throughout the day. Don’t forget your mugs and water bottles!

The program will take place from: Fri 5th Dec 2025 – Sun 7th Dec 2025. The itinerary will be issued in the week prior to the itikaaf.

Realign to the Divine Retreat Registration Form

Please complete the registration form in order to register your interest for the retreat. Your information is confidential.

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I will specify how many cars I plan to travel in. Darul Arqam recommends car sharing where possible - We can facilitate this in the week prior to travel (but can't guarantee it). We politely request for each family to limit themselves to 1 car if possible, due to limited parking. We can't guarantee to provide parking for all vehicles, but will do our best! This will be clarified prior to the Itikaaf.

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Date: Fri 5th Dec 2025 – Sun 7th Dec 2025
Price:
Adults 16+ £25
Children 5-16 £15
Children under 5 £10
Registration Requirements: Register the details of all attendees using the form here, before completing payment.
Location: Darul Arqam Educational Trust, Leicester, LE5 0TE
Open to: Brothers, sisters, children (segregated family friendly environment)
Tutor: Shaykh Mohammed Zaqir and Guest Speakers

Important Note: All bookings for the retreat are non-refundable. We attempt to organise these regular weekends to bring maximum benefit to the whole family for the lowest cost possible. Any cancellation means that we do not cover the costs and this jeopardises the future of this community initiative. We hope that you can sympathise with us in this and intending your fee as a optional charity (sadaqh nafilah) will mean that you will share in the reward of the classes and activities during the weekend.

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Realign to The Divine	Adults 16+, Children 5-16, Children Under 5