Cape Town Muslim Events
SwitchingGears
A calm, dignified and practical workshop helping Muslim boys understand the journey into young manhood — body, heart, mind and worship.
Workshop Synopsis
Growing up with dignity, confidence and adab.
Switching Gears introduces boys to puberty in a respectful Islamic environment. Physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual changes are explained in an age-appropriate, non-embarrassing way — while connecting maturity to cleanliness, modesty, self-control, salah and personal accountability.
What They Will Learn
Essential knowledge for the next stage of growing up.
The workshop keeps learning practical and focused, giving boys a clear Islamic framework for understanding change and growing responsibility.
Puberty, hormones, testosterone, wet dreams and common physical changes.
Wudhu, ghusl, cleanliness, body odour, clothing and preparing for salah.
Awrah, privacy, lowering the gaze and respectful Islamic interaction.
Changing moods, thoughts, healthy responses and emotional awareness.
Understanding how maturity brings greater personal and spiritual responsibility.
Growing with confidence, good character, discipline and responsibility.
Facilitators
Guidance with warmth, experience and care.
A balanced combination of Islamic guidance and practical youth mentorship in a comfortable learning environment.
Imam, HOD of two Qur’an institutes and hāfith al-Qur’an, bringing Islamic clarity and a respectful learning environment.
Life coach, educator, youth mentor and Co-Founder of Fusion Inyameko Foundation, passionate about confidence, growth and youth leadership.
Event Details
Everything parents need before the day.
Workshop materials are included. Learners should bring their own snacks and water.
Date & workshop
- Saturday 3rd October 2026
- 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- The Knowledge Zone, 541 Lansdowne Road, Lansdowne
- Workshop materials included
- Bring your own snacks and water
Venue access
- For GPS, enter 530 Lansdowne Road due to the Google Maps location error.
- Entrance is through Unique Hijabs Store on the main road.
- Parking is available in front of the store and along the sides of the main road.
- Security guards will be on duty; please follow their instructions.
- Air-conditioning and wudu facilities are available on-site.
Per learner. Payment secures the booking. Places are limited to keep the workshop comfortable and engaging.
Book for Switching Gears
Complete the form below to reserve a place.
