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Shahnameh Reading in Houston
Read and explore stories from Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh.
Houston, Texas
- Age group
- Ages 3 and up, including adults; contact us to choose a suitable age group.
- Experience level
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced. No prior Persian or related experience is required.
- Semester sessions
- 14 classes per semester
- Group size
- 1–10 students per group
Shahnameh Reading
Meet Persian literature through its stories
Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh is the focus of this reading program. Explore its stories and connect with Persian epic literature in a group suited to the learner’s age and level.
Children and teens
Discover stories from the Shahnameh in a suitable age group. The academy welcomes learners from age 3 and can help families choose a group.
Adults
Make time to read and explore Persian epic stories. Tell the academy about your familiarity with Persian and the Shahnameh when choosing a level.
What students explore
Reading the Shahnameh and exploring Persian epic stories are the program’s central activities. It is an opportunity to spend time with Ferdowsi’s work and the world of its stories.
- Reading the Shahnameh
- Exploring Persian epic stories
How the class fits into your year
A term includes 14 sessions of 60 minutes each. Groups have 1–10 students. Contact us for the current class day, time, exact term dates and availability before registering.
Fall
September–December
Spring
January–May
Summer term / camp
June–August
Contact the academy to confirm this program’s offering in each summer term or camp.
Before your first class
Which work does this reading program explore?
The program focuses on Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh: reading the work and exploring Persian epic stories.
Is Shahnameh reading available for different ages?
Yes. The academy welcomes children from age 3, teens and adults, with an appropriate age group selected together with the academy. Contact us about the learner’s age and familiarity with Persian.
Is there a free trial class?
Yes. A free trial lesson is available. Call or message us on Instagram to arrange it and confirm the appropriate group.
What is the tuition and weekly schedule?
Contact the academy for current tuition, class days and times, and availability. A discount is available when enrolling in multiple classes; ask us to confirm the amount and terms.
Can I enroll after a term starts?
Yes, students can join mid-term, subject to the class's current availability. Full-term tuition still applies to mid-term enrollment.
What if a class is missed or cancelled?
A student absence does not receive a make-up session. If the academy cancels a class, a replacement session will be arranged. Tuition is non-refundable if a student withdraws.
Where are the classes? Is parking available?
Classes are held at Park 8 Event Center, 8800 West Sam Houston Pkwy South, Houston, TX 77099. Parking is free. Ask us to confirm your class time and any arrival instructions before visiting.
Your first step
Open a chapter of Persian storytelling
Share the learner’s age and interest in the Shahnameh. We can discuss an appropriate reading group and how to join.
Call between 9 AM and 10 PM, Houston local time. These are contact hours; confirm your class time before visiting.
Registration is arranged by phone or Instagram. This website does not take registrations or payments.
Class location
Park 8 Event Center8800 West Sam Houston Pkwy SouthHouston, TX 77099
Free parking
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