WE ARE ALL HUMAN
BERLIN WHIRLING
​(Dervish) Whirling is an ultimate form of self-healing as it deals with the physical, emotional and mental body simultaneously. It is a dance of ecstasy as well as an intimate prayer. Every Whirling session is thus a journey deep into oneself and a practice collectively shared.
It is an active meditation through its repetitive movement. The centrifugal power that is at play when you whirl helps you to free yourself from emotional, physical and traumatic baggage. You can release what no longer serves you to find peace within. This way joy and freedom enter you, every time you spin.
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Last Meeting in 2024: Honouring Rumi and the Dervishes with live music
Join us in an afternoon of spiritual reflection, where sacred rhythms and melodies will guide you through a transformative experience. Let the dance of the dervishes, the profound verses of Rumi, and the harmonious sounds of live music open your heart and soul to the timeless teachings of love, unity, and devotion. Whether you're new to Sufism or deeply immersed in its practices, this gathering invites you to reconnect with the essence of peace and the eternal quest for truth.
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Siamak Moghaddam is an Iranian singer, instrumentalist, and composer, celebrated for his profound connection to Persian classical music. In his solo performances, Moghaddam masterfully weaves the poetry of Rumi and Hafez into his music, creating a deeply spiritual and emotionally resonant experience. His work is known for its rich, meditative qualities, blending traditional Persian sounds with contemporary interpretations. Through his solo artistry, Moghaddam brings ancient Persian poetry to life, offering audiences a unique and transcendent musical journey.
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Wassim Mukdad is a Syrian musician and composer based in Berlin. A virtuoso Oud (Arabic lute) player, he blends genres like Tarab, dance, and traditional music with elements from Oriental and Western musical traditions. Before moving to Germany Wassim performed with a great number of ensembles in Syria as well as in Turkey, focusing on opening the conversation between cultures and advocating peace in the face of stereotyping, racism and wars.
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Curious?
Or want to know more? Please contact me via mail@berlinwhirling.com
​Prices:
Early Bird: 25€ (if paid by December 1st 2024)
Regular price: 35€
At the door: 45€
Donation-based for Palestinians and Lebanese and those directly affected by the cruelties in Gaza and Lebanon.
Registration
via PayPal, or bank transfer: details are sent out after email registration.
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For regular classes and other activities please click on my events page.
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I am giving one-on-one classes for those who'd like to adjust any teaching/training to your personal needs and interests (foot work, strengthening the hip, spin on spot, spinning with a skirt, working with the torso off axis, working with the head etc.) – Interested? Message me!
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THE WORKSHOPS
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Berlin Whirling Workshops are designed to introduce participants to the world of whirling. Likewise they allow people, who have whirled before, to deepen their technique/s and insights while whirling. Berlin Whirling is a blend of physical movement and mindfulness, mysticism and meditation and offers you to learn how to spin like a Dervish.
General course of the workshops:
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Opening Circle to introduce oneself to other participants
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A short Introduction on the history and philosophy of Dervish Whirling
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A guided Meditation to help participants center themselves and cultivate inner awareness before embarking on the physical practice.
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Physical Preparation to learn about the practical aspects of Dervish whirling and be taught how to achieve physical and mental stability in order to spin for a long time.
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The Whirling Session: Enter a full whirling session, guided by music, that will lead you through a warmUp and the whirling experience itself.
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Inner Journey: Dive into your inner self as you whirl, discovering how this practice can lead to self-awareness and a closer connection to the divine.
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Landing meditation: End the whirling session with a meditation to help you ground yourself.
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Q&A and Discussion: talk about your experience, ask any questions you may have.
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Whether you are interested in the spiritual aspects of Sufism or simply curious about the dance of the Dervish, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore a centuries-old practice, where body, mind, and spirit unite in a harmonious dance of devotion and self-discovery, spiritual awakening and inner peace.
These workshops are open to all levels. No prior experience is necessary.
Curious? Come and check it out! 🌀
Here is a video from the workshops in Berlin's Studio2 at Kunstquartier Bethanien.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Upcoming dates:
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Sunday, December 15, 4-8pm (Gathering in dedication to Rumi)​
Sunday, January 19 2025
Sunday, February 9 2025
Sunday, March 9 2025
Sunday, April 13 2025
Sunady, May 11 2025
Sunday, June 15 2025
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Sunday Workshops currently cost regular 90€, reduced 60€
A reduced price applies for students, teens, unemployed and elderly people.
Session only: regular 35€, reduced 25€
...and NEW!!! Introduction only: regular 65€, reduced 45€
Palestinians, Lebanese and those directly affected by the ongoing war crimes in Gaza and Lebanon are invited to participate by donation.
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If you are interested in joining a workshop, but cannot afford it at the moment: Please contact me, so we can find a solution together! ;-)
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