RabaTEENS is a nurturing space for deep and meaningful Islamic spiritual mentorship with compassionate and caring mentors. We design fun, creative, and positive educational experiences to help teens grow confidently and comfortably into their faith.


Class Description


Join us for a special five-week class where we explore the beauty of vocal expression while embracing the spirit of Ramadan! Each week, we’ll focus on strengthening our voices, learning vocal techniques, and discovering how to care for our voices while fasting. Together, we’ll also learn a different Ramadan nasheed each week, blending faith and music in a joyful and uplifting way. 

This class is perfect for teens who love to sing and want to connect their voices with the spiritual essence of Ramadan. Whether you're a beginner or have singing experience, come ready to learn and celebrate the joy of nasheed together! 




Class Outline


Week 1: 
Intro to Voice and Vocal Techniques 


Week 2: 
Breathing Exercises & Taking Care of Your Voice While Fasting 


Week 3: 
Singing for Joy 


Week 4:  
Adding Your Style and Flair to a Song  


Week 5: 
Singing Together As We Welcome the First Week of Ramadan 

  • I liked how the class was so interactive and you were individually helped.

  • I liked that we were able to get feedback when we practiced the exercises so we knew where to improve.

  • I liked how it was very interactive and you could ask any questions.

  • I enjoyed this course very much and felt that it was very well done.

  • I feel happy I found Rabateens and attended this class!

  • I liked the teacher, her voice is really nice. And the students, they are very friendly!

  • I liked our awesome Anse Michelle, and hearing everyone’s beautiful voices, and learning new ways to make my voice nicer.

  • I really like this class and I will treasure the memories attending these classes forever.

  • I liked that everyone cheered each other on and it taught me things i had never known about singing.

  • I love singing, so this class really helped me understand my voice and how I can use it professionally.

  • I like how we covered all the different vocal instruments and how to improve them.

  • I loved the teacher because she made us feel comfortable and was very nice and made us feel confident

  • I liked the freeness of the class and the confidence Anse gave us

  • I liked the breathing exercises and singing practice, how we all learnt to be confident by hearing each other sing and overcoming insecurities about our voices

  • I liked the acceptance and that there was no pressure to hit all the right notes as long as you tried.

  • The teacher was very, very nice and understanding and I liked being around other Muslim girls

  • I love the energy, the smile, the love, the passion, Anse Michelle inspired us for singing. I enjoyed every single moment, every single exercise and every song. Yet I enjoyed the most the lovely teacher!!

  • I liked singing Nasheeds

  • I liked doing the vocal exercises because it challenged my singing capabilities.

  • I like the teacher and how she makes it a safe space. I also liked all the vocal warmups.

  • I liked the tips and tricks we learnt

  • I liked everything, Allhamdulillah!

Class Activity Materials

None 

Required Book

None

Class Day & Time

Sundays, 5:00 - 6:00 PM Central Time 

Session dates: January 25 - February 22 

Students must attend Zoom live sessions. Classes are NOT recorded.


*Enrollment into the RabaTEENS program is on a per-student basis. If two (or more) students are planning to attend a class together by sharing a screen, each student will need to enroll for class individually. 

**RabaTEENS programs are for girls aged 12-17 ONLY. Students are required to be 12 already in order to join any of RabaTEENS programs.

Certificate of Participation

A certificate of participation will be given to students who complete the class.

Refund Policy

No refunds are issued once the session begins. 

Ramadan Nasheed Club

Meets once a week for one hour (5-week session)

Instructor

Anse Michelle Sekusky

Anse Michelle Sekusky, an Ohio native, embraced Islam in 2011. In 2013, she enrolled in the Ribaat Academic Institute, studying traditional Islamic education under the guidance of Anse Shaykha Dr. Tamara Gray. Within the Columbus, Ohio community, Anse Michelle served on the board of the Noor Islamic Cultural Center for four years and actively volunteered with local masjid committees. There, she also developed a support system for and worked closely with converts for eight years. As an accomplished songwriter and vocalist, Anse Michelle is known for writing, performing, and conducting workshops across the nation. Her foundation in the performing arts, cultivated during her time in middle and high school, was further enriched by touring during her college years. She is passionate about using music to connect women of all ages to their faith through nasheed and singing. Currently, she is a proud member of the Twin City Women’s Choir and serves on the board of Her Voice Productions. Anse Michelle is the Rabata Cultural Center Manager. She remains an enthusiastic student of the Ribaat Academic Institute and actively teaches for Rabata’s Dragonflies and RabaTEENS youth programs. She also contributes by supporting Rabata’s Convert Care program. In 2022, she obtained her ijaza (certification) in the 40 Hadith of Imam an-Nawawi. Recently, Anse Michelle joined the speakers and board of the Islamic Resource Group (IRG), where she educates the wider community about Islam.