Free Men’s Group in Northwest Arkansas

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Find Connection and Growth — Without the Therapy Setting

Third spaces — social places away from home or work — are rare for men these days. Spaces that support real connection and friendship are hard to find. The usual spaces for men are often bars, sporting events, churches, or parent groups.

But these spaces aren’t generally designed to support self-growth or accessible to everyone. Bars are noisy. Sporting events already have a focus. And many men wanting connection don’t enjoy bars or sports. And many of the usual men’s groups aren’t accessible if you’re not religious or parent.

It can be incredibly frustrating and isolating to find something… anything for community and connection of any kind, let alone one that supports self-growth.

That’s why we created the NWA Men’s Circle.

This group for men to come together, talk openly, and challenge each other to become the kind of men we actually want to be. It’s a space to name what you’re working on, the directions you want to grow, and find the support and accountability to help you along the way. It’s a place to learn from others who are a few steps ahead of you and share your experience with others a few steps behind you.

Nobody is forced to share, but this is a place you’ll be invited to go a little deeper than you would on your own.

It’s a group of men creating space for:

  • Building friendships that go past small talk

  • Talking honestly about where you are and where you’re headed

  • Learning from men walking similar roads

  • Showing up consistently and growing over time

Some meetings we talk and may create time for movement and meditation. Other times, we might schedule a hike or have a game night. Brotherhood gets built either way.

About the NWA Men’s Circle

Date and Time

The NWA Men’s Circle meets the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 PM

Location

Most of the time we meet at Unity Church, 4880 W Wedington Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704. Some events, such as hikes, may meet elsewhere.

Join our Facebook group to stay up to date on events and changes: The NWA Men’s Circle

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 4th at Unity at 6:30 PM

Facilitators

The group is facilitated by Ian Mychal of Helping the Heard and Quinn Whiting of MoonPath Counseling with the vision of creating a space where all members are welcome to pitch ideas, lead some nights, give talks, or teach skills as they feel called to share.

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Have questions?

Take a look at our FAQ below for more helpful information.

Didn’t find your answers? Feel free to reach out to find out more.

NWA Men’s Circle FAQ

  • No. There is no diagnosis, treatment, or clinical structure. It is not designed to treat any mental health diagnoses.

    The NWA Men’s Circle was designed to create a space for community and connection among men in Northwest Arkansas.

    While the group may have supportive value, it is not a “support group” in the same sense of a typical therapy group.

    It is a space for men to connect, talk honestly, and help each member grow into the person they want to be.

  • Yes. All men are welcome here regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, political affiliation, sexuality, and more. This space is open to both cis and trans men.

    We only ask that you help maintain the circle as a space where differences are respected and judgements are withheld to create a place of support for all who are willing to uphold this ideal.

  • No. We presently meet at Unity Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas because they were gracious enough to let us use the space at no cost.

    Men of all walks of life are welcome including those that are religious, spiritual, agnostic, or atheistic.

  • Not at all.

    You’re welcome to share as much or as little as you want. Some will talk more, some will mostly listen. It may depend on the day and your mood and energy level.

  • Whatever’s real for you. Some nights things are light and folks catch up and talk about what’s new. That might be stress, relationships, work, fatherhood, feeling stuck, or just what’s been on your mind lately. Conversations may sometimes go deeper than what most guys are used to — but without pressure.

  • This group is for men who are:

    • Feeling isolated or wanting more connection and even fun.

    • Open to real conversations when they happen, not just surface-level talk.

    • Looking for help to grow into the person they truly want to be.

    You don’t need to have everything figured out, you just have to be willing to show up.

  • No long-term commitment is required. Groups work best when a consistent core group develops. Familiar faces help build trust and make conversations more meaningful over time, but you’re welcome to attend as desired and as life allows.

  • This is a free, ongoing group.

  • That’s completely understandable.

    A lot of guys feel unsure at first, and we’ve created something that is not a common these days as it used to be. You’re welcome to come check it out and see how it feels. There’s no pressure to commit to anything.

  • That’s what a lot of guys say at first.

    You don’t have to be a certain “type” of person to show up. Most of the men here are just regular guys who got tired of feeling alone and stuck in the same patterns and decided to try something different.