27th Annual Al-Asr Short Vacation Course
Al-Asr offers a chance of a lifetime to visit holy mausoleums in the cities of Iraq and Iran, which include the shrines of Imam Ali (as), Imam Hussain (as), Imam Kazim (as), Imam Reza (as), Imam Muhammad Taqi (as), Imam Ali Naqi (as), Imam Hasan Askari (as), Hazrat Abbas (as) and Hazrat Masuma (sa). The tour is rich in Islamic education and is designed to highlight the practical elements of Islam to the Muslim youth in Western countries. The cost for this affordable package varies depending on the country you are from, the airfares and currency exchange rates. The rates for this year will be confirmed in April.
The Background
The Short Vacation Course (SVC) is a summer course for youth to Iraq and The Islamic Republic of Iran. It was started with the objective of giving our youth a more suitable environment to learn their religion. Our experience has shown that whilst living in some countries in the West it is often difficult to acquire moral values of Islam. Hence the Al-Asr organisation devised a simple plan to take our children to a more healthy and Islamic environment to let them get in touch with and learn more about their religion. By the Grace of Allah, these annual trips have proven to be immensely successful. Since 1993 the SVC has been held annually and thousands of youth have participated from United Kingdom, Ireland, Scotland, France, Sweden, Canada, United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Not only do the youth learn about Islam, they both feel it and they live it. Many hearts are humbled at the tombs of the Imams (as), many are moved at the shrine of Hazrat Masuma (sa), many a tear falls at the cemetery of martyrs in Tehran (Beheshte Zahra). Other than the classes, which are held everyday, ziyarats and sightseeing activities give our youth the opportunity to meet and interact with Muslim friends from around the world. These friendships and memories, as we have witnessed, last a lifetime. Accommodation, food, transportation (within Iraq and Iran) are taken care of by the Al-Asr organisation. The group usually visits Najaf, Karbala, Kadhmain, Samarra, Mashhad, Tehran and Qom. Afterwards depending on the arrangement, it may also be possible to visit other well known cities. Hujjatul Islam Maulana Sabzwary who is the head of the Al-Asr organization in London, is in charge of this caravan. He stays with the group and takes care of all the participants. During the course, staff in Iraq and Iran accompany the group. The group is usually accompanied by a nurse for medical attention.
The Name 'Al-Asr' & Motto
We have taken our Name and Line of Action from the Surah Wal Asr of Holy Quran in which Allah sw says: "By Time! Man is indeed in loss, except those who have faith and do righteous deeds, and enjoin one another to [follow] the truth, and enjoin one another to patience.
24th Annual Al-Asr Short Vacation Course
- Iran and Iraq
- 3rd July – Sun 07 Aug 2016
- Students from North America & Europe
Al-Asr offers a chance of a lifetime to visit holy mausoleums in the cities of Iraq and Iran, which include the shrines of Imam Ali (as), Imam Hussain (as), Imam Kazim (as), Imam Reza (as), Imam Muhammad Taqi (as), Imam Ali Naqi (as), Imam Hasan Askari (as), Hazrat Abbas (as) and Hazrat Masuma (sa). The tour is rich in Islamic education and is designed to highlight the practical elements of Islam to the Muslim youth in Western countries.
The cost for this affordable package varies depending on the country you are from, the airfares and currency exchange rates. The rates for this year will be confirmed in April.
Background
The Short Vacation Course (SVC) is a summer course for youth to Iraq and The Islamic Republic of Iran. It was started with the objective of giving our youth a more suitable environment to learn their religion. Our experience has shown that whilst living in some countries in the West it is often difficult to acquire moral values of Islam. Hence the Al-Asr organisation devised a simple plan to take our children to a more healthy and Islamic environment to let them get in touch with and learn more about their religion.
By the Grace of Allah, these annual trips have proven to be immensely successful. Since 1993 the SVC has been held annually and thousands of youth have participated from United Kingdom, Ireland, Scotland, France, Sweden, Canada, United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Not only do the youth learn about Islam, they both feel it and they live it. Many hearts are humbled at the tombs of the Imams (as), many are moved at the shrine of Hazrat Masuma (sa), many a tear falls at the cemetery of martyrs in Tehran (Beheshte Zahra).
Other than the classes, which are held everyday, ziyarats and sightseeing activities give our youth the opportunity to meet and interact with Muslim friends from around the world. These friendships and memories, as we have witnessed, last a lifetime.
Accommodation, food, transportation (within Iraq and Iran) are taken care of by the Al-Asr organisation. The group usually visits Najaf, Karbala, Kadhmain, Samarra, Mashhad, Tehran and Qom. Afterwards depending on the arrangement, it may also be possible to visit other well known cities.
Hujjatul Islam Maulana Sabzwary who is the head of the Al-Asr organization in London, is in charge of this caravan. He stays with the group and takes care of all the participants. During the course, staff in Iraq and Iran accompany the group. The group is usually accompanied by a nurse for medical attention.
Application Process
The application process is different for each country. For more information on how to apply, costs and contact details check out the application process for your country:
Canada
UK
USA
Application Process UK
Application Process USA