*Sold out* Positively, no space remaining. Questions? info@fitrahfarmretreats.com
Join us for a one-day immersive Ramadan preparation event with Imam Dr. Ahmad Deeb on a breathtaking Muslim-owned farm along the California coast. This gathering is designed to help you enter Ramadan with clarity, spiritual focus, and a renewed sense of purpose—all while giving you a taste of our upcoming Ramadan retreat experience.
This isn’t just a class—it’s a holistic experience that will nourish your soul, body, and mind and prepare you to deeply and meaningfully enjoy Ramadan.
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Saturday, Feb. 15 | Private Farm 30 minutes south of Half Moon Bay (location will be shared with only those who register) | $40/adult & $25/child | Register at mcceastbay.org/prep
Sponsored by Fitrah Farms, MCC East Bay, WVMA, & Siraat.
Fitrah Farm Retreats – Questions? Call us at 408.329.7261 or email at info@fitrahfarmretreats.com
What’s Included in the Program?
🌙 Fiqh of Fasting & Spiritual Planning – Learn the essential fasting rules and how to maximize your ibadah, balance wellness, and avoid burnout.
🌙 Farm-to-Table Organic Meal – Enjoy a delicious lunch and snacks crafted from the farm with halal, tayyib, and organic ingredients.
🌙 Nature & Reflection – Take a guided beach walk and farm tour, learning about regenerative farming and sustainable living as we journey through our land.
🌙 Meet Our Horses – Experience the beauty of these majestic animals, observe their presence, and interact with them in a gentle, mindful setting.
🌙 Meditative Dhikr & Reflection – Engage in spiritual remembrance in a tranquil environment, grounding yourself before Ramadan.
🌙 A Glimpse into Our Ramadan Retreat – This event offers a preview of our whole Ramadan experience, giving you a taste of what it means to retreat in a space of nature, knowledge, and spiritual connection.
Schedule for the Day
📍 Location: The Private Farm is 30 minutes south of Half Moon Bay. Directions sent after registration.
⏳ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 11:00 AM – Arrival & Welcome
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Guided Beach Walk & Farm Tour (exploring the land, regenerative farming, and meeting our horses)
- 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM – Dhuhr Prayer
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – First Lecture: Fiqh of Fasting & Spiritual Preparation
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Farm-to-Table Lunch (nourishing, organic halal meal with seasonal ingredients)
- 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Second Lecture: Balancing Holistic Wellness in Ramadan & Avoiding Burnout
- 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM – Asr Prayer
- 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM – Dhikr & Reflection
- 5:00 PM – Departure
– More Sidi Ahmed: http://mcceastbay.org/ahmad
Imam Ahmad Deeb has been serving communities from an early age under the training and mentorship of his father, Shaykh Abdallah Deeb. After finishing his bachelor’s in Psychology at 19, he traveled to Cape Town, SA, and completed formal seminary training. He returned to the USA and completed his M.A. in Islamic Studies and Leadership at Bayan’s foremost accredited Muslim graduate school. His thesis topic was “Re-forming Islamic Reform: Ma’loom min al-Dīn bil Darūrah, the Theology of Law, and the Epistemological Limits of Ijtihād.” His academic interests and love of community work led him to community psychology, where he is a doctoral candidate and researcher. He co-founded Itqaan Institute, a premier Qur’an learning institute led by his father. He is co-founder and instructor of Pillars Seminary—a part-time institute that aims to provide the general public with formal, balanced, and structured training in Islam. Most recently, with his father and Shaykh Ismail Bowers, he established Shifaa Community, a virtual intentional community that promotes holistic wellness and structured religious guidance. In his free time, he continues his study of the Islamic tradition with scholars worldwide and provides consulting to communities across the country.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org or Fitrah Farm Retreats: Call 408.329.7261 or email at info@fitrahfarmretreats.com
Limited Spots Available – Register Now!
🎟️ $40 Per Person | $25 for Children Under 11– No Childcare provided. Parents are responsible for their children at all times
📍Secure your spot at: [https://www.fitrahfarmretreats.com/prep]
This is your chance to escape daily distractions, gain clarity, and prepare your heart for Ramadan in an incredible natural setting.
Join us for this special pre-Ramadan gathering and taste what’s to come in our full retreat!
We look forward to welcoming you in sha Allah!
