Free lessons to help build bonds

Dubai: Throughout the month of Ramadan, residents will be able to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of local traditions and way of life with a free etiquette course at the Eton Institute.

It will also be hosting its free beginner Arabic course throughout the month.

Dr Eli Abi Rashid, Director, Eton Institute, said: "Ramadan is a very special month as it is a celebration of the human spirit of empathy, self-control, introspection and charity. Especially in the region, it is marked as a period of learning, understanding and kinship for the entire community, irrespective of race, nationality or belief.

"We are pleased to announce yet another session of the eagerly-awaited free Arabic course, as a humble gesture of giving back to the community at this special time of the year. By sharing knowledge and promoting an understanding of the local language and culture, the course hopes to further strengthen the bond between the expat and local community," he said.

During Ramadan, believers not only abstain from food and drink from dawn till dusk, but also refrain from bad habits, while channelling their energies towards good deeds and charity.

Uncertainty

As Ramadan draws closer, expatriate communities can often feel a sense of uncertainty, particularly those who have migrated to the country recently, with regards to what is expected of them during the month of Ramadan, both socially and legally.

To address these uncertainties, particularly during Ramadan, the free Arabic course will also share essential cultural awareness and Ramadan etiquette guidelines.

How to join: Course schedule

The free Arabic course will be conducted three times a week on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 3pm to 4pm, throughout the month of Ramadan, starting August 12. It will cover an entire beginner's level in Arabic, with 15 minutes of each session being devoted to Ramadan etiquette and cultural awareness.

Keeping in mind the high demand and limited places available, the institute will be announcing the free course registration dates only through their Facebook and Twitter accounts to their fans and followers.
 
Interested people are encouraged to join Eton Institute on its Facebook and Twitter pages to find out more about the free Arabic course and to receive updates.