# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Galway M.A.L.E.s group in Ballybane
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 29 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 29 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Healthy masculinity, male spirituality, honest heart felt conversation. Meeting in person in every fortnight.

Email malesirelandgalway@mailo.com or find your local group: https://www.malesireland.ie/local-groups/

These gatherings are part of a national movement supported by MALEs Ireland, an organisation rooted in the values of healthy masculinity and male spirituality. Through both in-person and online groups, MALEs Ireland creates safe, grounded spaces that nourish individual well-being and strengthen families and communities.

Why Men Are Showing Up

MALEs Ireland recently surveyed men across the country to understand why they attend—and why they return. The answers speak volumes:
38% attend for personal growth and learning
27% seek a sense of belonging
25% come for social connection
25% value emotional support
12% are drawn to spiritual development

What Happens in a Men’s Group?

Each gathering follows a simple, powerful rhythm:
Drumming: A call to presence—letting go of the outside world.
Silence: Ten minutes of stillness to ground and reflect.
Sharing Circle: Using a practice called The Way of Council, men speak from the heart—and listen without judgment or advice.

There is no pressure to speak. Silence is welcome. What matters most is being present and being real. In these circles, every voice is honoured—and so is the silence between words.

Why It’s Good for Men’s Health

These groups aren’t just about talking—they’re quietly transforming men’s health from the inside out:
Reducing isolation: Offering community and connection, especially for men who may feel alone.
Supporting mental health: Easing stress, anxiety, and emotional build-up through honest sharing.
Encouraging emotional freedom: Creating space for men to express what they feel—without shame.
Building resilience: Hearing each other’s stories fosters empathy and emotional strength.
Nurturing growth: For many, these circles are a path to deeper self-awareness and purpose.
In short, these groups are good for the heart, mind, and soul.

Why Men Keep Coming Back

Here’s how the men themselves describe the impact:
“Gaining wisdom from the sharing and shared experiences of other men.”
“Connection and a sense of common purpose.”
“How good I feel after each meeting I attend.”
“Genuine relationships and deep sharing.”
“Being heard—vocalising my thoughts and experiences is deeply helpful.”
“The honesty of other men makes it so worthwhile.”
“I have a home where I can truly be myself and express how I am.”
“Doing some serious soul work on an ongoing basis.”
“Friendship and community.”

Every Man Is Welcome

Whether you’re curious, searching, or simply seeking connection—you’re welcome. MALEs Ireland hosts local and online men’s groups that are open to all men, regardless of background or belief. Whether you come to speak or just to listen, you’ll find a space where your presence matters.

https://www.malesireland.ie/local-groups/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/galway-males-group-in-ballybane/200030749363806
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, meetups, spiritual, mental-health
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Galway
- **state**: GY
- **country**: Ireland
- **location**: Ballybane Community Resource Centre
- **lat**: 53.286146686
- **long**: -8.9998331086667
- **full address**: Ballybane Community Resource Centre, Galway, Ireland

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Galway M.A.L.E.s group in Ballybane being held?
  - **A:** Galway M.A.L.E.s group in Ballybane takes place on Tue, 29 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 29 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Ballybane Community Resource Centre, Galway, Ireland.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Galway M.A.L.E.s group in Ballybane?
  - **A:** Galway M.A.L.E.s group in Ballybane is organized by MALEs Ireland.

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