Attending my first Sabeel Retreat was a complete change to my spiritual and physical being. Waking up for the night prayers, praying Fajr in congregation, and reciting the Qur'an in circles, all in open lush green fields was something I had never experienced. Socialising with likeminded brothers, sharing stories with one another, advising each on what career paths to take, and on how to improve our characters was all part of this nurturing programme. My worldview then began to shape.

– Sabeel 2016 Student

It was only once I came to Sabeel that did I began to recognise the importance and benefits of a well-structured learning methodology. The Sabeel methodology is unique in that it not only focuses on the academic studies of Islam but places a great emphasis on the practical, Tarbawi principles of learning, allowing students to actualise their learning in their daily lives.

– Sabeel 2016 Student

I found that there was a good balance between content, rest and breaks. Mashaykh continuously encouraging everyone to engage and participate. Admin as usual making everything enjoyable.

– Sabeel 2017 Student

For me the discussions, food, beautiful gems and Murrabis was a great treat.

– Sabeel 2017 Student

Joining the 3-year Sabeel programme was the best decision I ever made. It has helped me to develop my knowledge, worship and character; overall making me more confident as a Muslim. The regularly spaced out retreats throughout the year provided the perfect checkpoint for me to reassess my development and being able to do so alongside like-minded individuals has made it a unique experience. I would highly recommended it to anyone.

– Sabeel 2018 Student

The retreat went well because there was a strong sense of bonding, lectures were beneficial, accommodating and big improvement from previous retreat.

– Sabeel 2018 Student

I enjoyed the whole retreat, in particular the group activities. I met brothers who I didn't know and the activity was challenging.

– Sabeel 2019 Student

Discussions with the Murrabis were the highlight for me.

– Sabeel 2019 Student

This was a great retreat, thank you all the admin and Murrabis for making it special. May Allah reward you all.

– Sabeel 2020 Student

Alongside the main curriculum I found the whole environment of being able to have reminders after Salah and speak about how we reflect on it very beneficial.

– Sabeel 2021 Student

There is something about the whole Sabeel Programme which is genuinely refreshing. I felt a sense of relief after attending just one retreat. The Qiyam, Qur'an circles, brotherhood and learning have change my whole way of thinking. The actual content of the retreats is unique and I was always told that Usul in our religion was crucial but I could never see why this was so critical until I attended Sabeel. Now I feel that for the Muslims in the West a grounding in Usul and attending Sabeel is mandatory.

– Sabeel 2021 Student