We Are Zoorkhaneh Intercultural Workshop

The event will take place at Alder Commons. Please use the main entrance from NE 40th St.

The closest parking options are:

• Lot W10 (located next to Mercer Court): NE 40th St & Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105
• Lot W12 (slightly to the south): 12th Ave NE & NE 41st St, Seattle, WA 98105

Both are part of the self-serve visitor parking system.

Other nearby options include:

• Street parking on NE Boat St
• W46 / UW Tower Garage: 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105

Info: The event will begin with a panel discussion introducing the history and cultural significance of Zoorkhaneh, along with its physical, mental, and philosophical dimensions. The conversation will also address gender equity in sports, particularly considering that women in Iran are still prohibited from practicing Zoorkhaneh publicly.

Info: Farnoush Djavaheripour, the Zoorkhaneh instructor leading the workshop, will offer a brief demonstration of how to use Zoorkhaneh equipment: the mil (میل, Indian clubs), the kabadeh (کباده, iron bow), the sang (سنگ, wooden shields), and the takht-e shena (تخته شنا, push-up board).

Info: Following the panel, participants will engage directly in a guided Zoorkhaneh session, learning foundational movements and exploring the use of traditional training tools.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Alder Hall, 1315 Northeast Campus Parkway, Seattle, United States

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