Free, confidential men's groups meeting regularly in Queenstown and across the Otago region — open to all men, no experience required.
Want to live a more authentic life?
Develop more fulfilling relationships by safely exploring your thoughts, experiences and issues (no matter how difficult) with like-minded men. Experience being heard in our supportive men's group which has been meeting regularly for over 20 years.
A typical meeting:
The group is co-facilitated by all group members, with the long-standing group members providing overall guidance where needed.
Where: Quaker Hall, 15 Park Street, Dunedin/Ōtepoti, Aotearoa New Zealand
When: 7.30pm - 9.30pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month.
If you're interested in joining/trying the group, please call or message us. New members are welcomed and encouraged to come for a couple of sessions before committing to attending the group regularly.
Details shared within the group are kept confidential. We do sometimes post on this page about the broad themes that were discussed in a group meeting. When we do so, all group members present agree to this and the message shared is co-written by us all.
Queenstown Book Club - For Men has been going in Queenstown since September 2020 & supports men from all backgrounds in the Queenstown Lakes district. While we don't read too many books, our group meets once a month at the Sherwood Hotel to share in meaningful conversations, listen to guest speakers, share life's challenges, enjoy the odd quiz & general banter while also supporting one another in an authentic & encouraging way. The monthly meetings have had & continue to have a powerful impact on the men that attends mental health & general happiness in life.
Join us at Wellspace for men's fortnightly sauna gatherings, a primal ritual that pays tribute the mind, body and soul. We gather in a supportive group of like-minded men, who seek growth and to engage in healthy masculine topics and conversations.
Every other Thursday 6:30pm-8:30pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to arrive.
A regular group sweat with an opening and closing fireside circle, led by owner operator Rick Gutzewitz and his male staff members. It's your space to talk, hear others, to share honestly and authentically about what's going on in your life, health, relationships, identity, sex, money, purpose, or any thing else that's alive for you. As a team, we support and challenge each other to evolve as men in peer development. This is an opportunity to connect, reflect, share, and forge lasting bonds, growing together in a safe and welcoming environment.
These gatherings will have a focus around:
Each session includes three rounds of sauna and cold therapy, both silent and guided, thought provoking fire side conversations, complimentary tea and a good laugh.
Agreements we practice:
Our demographic is open to all, typically attracting 25-45 y/o men who like to share both their challenges and their wins in life.
Not sure if a men's group is for you?
There's no obligation and there may be a group closer than you think.
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If you are interested in joining a group (or checking one out causally) get in touch with the group directly — using the contact info at the bottom of each listing.
If the group has space, you will be invited to attend a meeting to check it out. The group will welcome you, and will explain and demonstrate how things work.
If more than one group exists in your area, feel free to try two or more to find the best long-term fit for you.
