All men welcome
We hold regular meet-ups all across the country
M.A.L.E.s Ireland is a thriving community with 1000s of members across Ireland. You can be guaranteed that there’ll be an event on every week somewhere in the country!
What are Men's Groups?
Our Men’s groups are dedicated to cultivating healthy, mature masculinity and male spirituality. If you’re seeking to connect with like-minded men who are committed to showing up more fully in the world and embracing a healthier way of being, we invite you to join us either in person or online — and experience what it means to be part of a brotherhood, where men support and transform one another through a power greater than ourselves.
What's Involved?
Sacred Space
Our Men’s group, is a sacred space held in trust and warmth, where men from all paths of life gather. Whether you join one of our local men’s groups or participate in our men’s online groups, you will find a place where you are welcome, and every story is honoured.
Beat of the Drum
In local groups we begin with the rhythm of the drum—calling us home to ourselves, out of our busy minds and into our hearts. Together, we find our shared pulse, stepping into the present. Bring your drum or rattle, or pick up one of our spares; every beat belongs.
Stillness Meditation
For about ten minutes, in silence, we rest together in the aliveness of stillness, connecting with open hearts, a quiet river of love flowing between us. Whether in our local men’s groups or our online men’s groups, this time of contemplation anchors us in presence.
Way of Council
In this sacred way, we speak and listen from the heart.
Here, there is no judgment, no fixing, no advice—only the truth of the moment. We offer one another the gift of deep presence, holding space for what longs to be spoken, and longs to be heard.
Shared Reflections
A gentle prompt – A poem, a reading, a simple idea, is shared to stir the waters of reflection.
You may speak to the prompt, or follow your own thread, or sit quietly in the rich company of men. Every man’s voice and silence are honoured.
Check out Our Local Groups
Dublin - Ballyfermot
The Ballyfermot M.A.L.E.s group meet on the third Saturday of every month at 10:00am.
Convenor: Martin
Email: eolas@malesireland.ie
Dublin -
North
The North Dublin M.A.L.E.s group meet on the SECOND Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm
Behind St. Joseph the Artisan Church, Bonnybrook, D17 HT66
Convenor: Paul
Email: paultaouk@gmail.com
Dublin - Tearmann
The Tearmann M.A.L.E.s group meet every Wednesday at 7:45pm.
Holy Rosary Church, Oldcourt Avenue, D24X798 (Meet in the side room of the Church.)
Convenor: Martin
Email: tearmann12@gmail.com
Kildare -
Naas
The Naas M.A.L.E.s group meet every second Monday at 7:30pm.
The Monread Community Centre
Maudlins Ave, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 FNV9, Ireland
Convenor: Paul
Email: hyland.paul@gmail.com
Cavan - Cavan Town
The Cavan M.A.L.E.s group meet at various different times. Contact Danny for details.
Bridge Street Center, 16 Bridge Street, Cavan, H12 WC52
Convenor: Danny
Email: danny@dannybarr.ie
Galway - Ballybane
The Galway M.A.L.E.s group meet every second Monday at 7:00pm.
Ballybane Community Resource Centre, Castlepark Road, Ballybane, Galway, H91 VP6D, Ireland
Convener: Jason
Email: jason@mailo.com
Derry - Causeway Coast
This group mets on the 19th of every month.
Sandel Center, Knocklyn road, Coleraine, Co.Derry
NOTE: Actual dates may vary at short notice. Please contact Arthur, the Convenor, to confirm: iamarthurkennedy@gmail.com
Antrim - Belfast
This group meets of second Wednesday at 7:00pm.
Board Room, Newington Presbyterian Church
132 Limestone Road, Belfast, BT15 3AL, Northern Ireland
Convenor: John, gribbin.john@gmail.com
Antrim - Larne
This group meets on the second Thursday of every month at 7:30pm.
Drumalis Retreat & Conference Centre
47 Glenarm Road, Larne, Co. Antrim, BT40 1DT, Northern Ireland
NOTE: Runs September to June inclusive.
Convenor: Patsy, bell.bell190@gmail.com

Join our Online Zoom Group
Originally introduced during the pandemic to facilitate meetings, our Zoom group has blossomed into a vibrant group regularly attended by men from all across Ireland and abroad.
This Zoom meeting is held every Thursday at 19:30 Irish Time. Zoom details:
Meeting ID: 884 6122 0406 | Passcode: 337857
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88461220406?pwd=V25mckl1SXBNTWFmK0dpSUVJNGZudz09
Join Our Young Men's Group
This group is a space for Young Men of all backgrounds to attend. Originally a space for Initiates and Elders from Ireland’s first ever Young Men’s Rites of Passage in 2024, the space has been opened up to all young men from anywhere in the world. A great way to get involved ahead of 2026’s YMROP.

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