For Boys Ages 13–18: Br. Haseeb Sadat and Ustadh Fardin Osmani return with a four-week summer camp to strengthen young Muslim men’s faith, character, and strength (Futuwwa or the art of manliness).
This year, the focus is on building strength through the Seerah, the Qur’an, and physical training. Br. Haseeb will dive deep into the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, highlighting teenage-relevant lessons:
- Standing up courageously for the truth
- Controlling desires in a world full of temptations
- Facing hardships with patience, resilience, and reliance on Allah
- Leading by character, not just by words
Ustadh Fardin will guide students through reciting select Qur’anic ayat that speak to the teenage experience, while helping them improve their tajweed and strengthen their connection with the Qur’an.
Through meaningful discussions, Qur’anic reflection, and physical fitness activities, participants will strengthen their Islamic identity, develop self-discipline, and gain practical tools to live as proud and capable young Muslim men, insha’Allah.
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Details:
🗓 Monday–Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
📅 June 2 – June 27
📍 Conference Room, MCC East Bay
💵 $200/week
🔗 Register at mcceastbay.org/boys-camp
Please register separately for each week you wish to attend.
Schedule:
- 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Qur’an
- 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. – Interactive Tafseer
- 11:20 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Break
- 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. – Physical Fitness, Wrestling, and Boxing
- 12:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. – Seerah
- 1:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Wudu and Dhur Salah
Materials:
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All Academic Reading Material and Handouts will be provided
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Notebook, pencils, highlighters
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Boxing gloves are highly recommended
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Boys’ Summer Camp Activity Overview
The camp aims to nurture strong, faithful, and confident young Muslim men by engaging the heart, mind, and body. Below is what students can expect from their camp experience:
📖 Loving the Qur’an
With Ustadh Fardin, students will build a personal connection to the Qur’an through:
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Tajweed instruction using visual aids and group recitation
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Reflecting on selected ayat that speak to teenage struggles and aspirations
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Interactive tafseer sessions where boys are encouraged to think, ask, and respond
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Weekly memorization goals of short yet powerful passages to carry with them for life
🕋 Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
With Br. Haseeb, students will explore powerful, teenage-relevant lessons from the life of the Prophet ﷺ, including:
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Courage and standing up for truth, even when alone
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Restraint and purity in the face of temptation
Embracing hardship and sacrifice with patience and reliance on Allah -
Building brotherhood, humility, and leadership through the Prophet’s example
Through storytelling, discussion, and reflection, boys will learn how to live the Seerah in today’s world.
🥊 Sports & Fitness
Led by Br. Haseeb, boys will get moving every day through:
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Hands-on wrestling and boxing fundamentals
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Calisthenics and bodyweight training
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Team sports like basketball and handball foster discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship
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Practical tips on nutrition, recovery, and self-care
💬 Teen Talks: Real Issues, Real Guidance
We create a safe and respectful space for open dialogue around real-world teenage challenges. Sessions will address:
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Courage and integrity in the face of peer pressure
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Controlling desires in a hyper-sexualized world
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Opposite-gender boundaries, social media, music, and digital content
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Mental strength, emotional resilience, and the Islamic approach to hardship
These conversations are guided with care, empathy, and an emphasis on prophetic character.
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This camp is more than just a summer program—it is an invitation to grow as young Muslim men who carry their deen with strength, sincerity, and purpose.
About Ustadh Haseeb:
Sidi Haseeb Sadat, a highly experienced professional committed to Muslim youth development, will co-host the camp. Haseeb has a rich educational background, having previously served as a vice principal of Granada Islamic School and a teacher at Northstar School. Furthermore, Haseeb brings his athletic expertise as a former Division I Wrestler at UC Davis. With his extensive experience working with Muslim youth, Haseeb is well-equipped to create a nurturing and educational environment for camp participants.
About Ustadh Fardin:
Ustadh Fardin Osmani is a Quran instructor for Furqan Academy. A hafiz of the Quran, Sidi Fardeen has a passion for Quranic sciences. He continues to pursue his studies with qualified teachers in Qira’at and Maqamaat. Currently, he is enrolled at the Institute of Knowledge Seminary.
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MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center.
To request a financial waiver, please complete our financial waiver request: http://mcceastbay.org/scholarship
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org