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A brotherhood for men who want to show up more fully and live more authentically. In life, at home, with others. The journey is yours, but you don't have to do it alone.
Focused on the bigger picture, yet feet on the ground
Focused on the bigger picture, yet feet on the ground
The Gathering of Men is a brotherhood with its Headquarters in Amsterdam and internationally active for men who are ready to go deeper, lead better and not do it alone.
We're not a spiritual club or a bootcamp group. We move with our hearts open and two feet on the ground. So we don't just talk about energy, but we make sure that we can hold a household together. We toughen up when needed and know how to soften when something real comes up so we don't become machines in our own existence.
We work with our (emotional) bodies, tangible: how to feel, how to regulate & how to be witnessed by others. Through this our brothers feel companionship in their journey. Which is what we've come to see men need most. We gather, not because of things that are broken but because of what's possible.
Within our community our circles operate at a monthly base with more than 5 opportunities for you to join throughout. And we gather with partners and children too, because we understand that sitting with other men in circle is just the start of bringing it home.
You come for yourself, then you take it home. A better man is a better lover, partner, colleague, father, son, stranger.
Step in, brother. The next Gathering is ahead. We're here.
The Gathering of Men is a brotherhood with its Headquarters in Amsterdam and internationally active for men who are ready to go deeper, lead better and not do it alone.
We're not a spiritual club or a bootcamp group. We move with our hearts open and two feet on the ground. So we don't just talk about energy, but we make sure that we can hold a household together. We toughen up when needed and know how to soften when something real comes up so we don't become machines in our own existence.
We work with our (emotional) bodies, tangible: how to feel, how to regulate & how to be witnessed by others. Through this our brothers feel companionship in their journey. Which is what we've come to see men need most. We gather, not because of things that are broken but because of what's possible.
Within our community our circles operate at a monthly base with more than 5 opportunities for you to join throughout. And we gather with partners and children too, because we understand that sitting with other men in circle is just the start of bringing it home.
You come for yourself, then you take it home. A better man is a better lover, partner, colleague, father, son, stranger.
Step in, brother. The next Gathering is ahead. We're here.
FEATURED & PARTNERS
Our Global Partners
Our Global Partners
If you're new, here are your first next steps
Where you can join us next.
Facilitator's Initiation - Netherlands
A three day immersion into facilitation through the pillars of self, self & other and space. For the man who feels called to lead or improve his leadership but knows something still has to shift inside first. Because the ceiling in your facilitation is your own limitation and no certificate will fix that.
Netherlands
Facilitator's Initiation - Czech Republic
A three day immersion into facilitation through the pillars of self, self & other and space. For the man who feels called to lead or improve his leadership but knows something still has to shift inside first. Because the ceiling in your facilitation is your own limitation and no certificate will fix that.
Czech Republic
Facilitator's Initiation - Netherlands
A three day immersion into facilitation through the pillars of self, self & other and space. For the man who feels called to lead or improve his leadership but knows something still has to shift inside first. Because the ceiling in your facilitation is your own limitation and no certificate will fix that.
Netherlands
Facilitator's Initiation - Czech Republic
A three day immersion into facilitation through the pillars of self, self & other and space. For the man who feels called to lead or improve his leadership but knows something still has to shift inside first. Because the ceiling in your facilitation is your own limitation and no certificate will fix that.
Czech Republic
Facilitator's Initiation - Netherlands
A three day immersion into facilitation through the pillars of self, self & other and space. For the man who feels called to lead or improve his leadership but knows something still has to shift inside first. Because the ceiling in your facilitation is your own limitation and no certificate will fix that.
Netherlands
Facilitator's Initiation - Czech Republic
A three day immersion into facilitation through the pillars of self, self & other and space. For the man who feels called to lead or improve his leadership but knows something still has to shift inside first. Because the ceiling in your facilitation is your own limitation and no certificate will fix that.
Czech Republic
Is this for you ?
This is for you if…
You feel that you're on a (new) path and want like minded around you
You're looking for a place where you can show up fully in your realness
You're ready for your next level version & those around you need it too
You found safety with women, now it's time for the next level
This is for you if…
You've been going through life without real brothers beside
You're looking for a place where you can show up fully in your realness
You're ready for your next level version & those around you need it too
You found safety with women, now it's time for the next level
This is for you if…
You feel that you're on a (new) path and want like minded around you
You're looking for a place where you can show up fully in your realness
You're ready for your next level version & those around you need it too
You found safety with women, now it's time for the next level
This isn't for you if…
You want us to fix your life. We invite you to look in the mirror, together.
You're not ready to be fully honest with yourself & with us.
You think you're too far ahead for this, maybe you should come then.
You come to just take and observe, not to chip in too & participate
This isn't for you if…
You want us to fix your life. We invite you to look in the mirror, together.
You're not ready to be fully honest with yourself & with us.
You think you're too far ahead for this, maybe you should come then.
You come to just take and observe, not to chip in too & participate
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
Hear from those that came before you
Hear from those that came before you
A.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Thanks for yesterday's circle guys. I feel blessed to have an environment that supports my growth. Its sometimes uncomfortable as things come up that are usually hidden and I have to act on it. With those releases I notice tiredness comes with it but more importantly I feel more space in my body."
H.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Tonight's circle was sublime. Came back feeling nourished, inspired, saw some beautiful sharings and facilitation, a lot of love, holding space for both light and dark. Feeling more hopeful about the goodness in this world."
B.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I had been feeling fragile and heavy for days over a conversation I had with my girlfriend. When I started expressing this at the gathering I felt myself getting lighter and lighter."
N.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I noticed that I felt lonely last weeks, being a dad of two little girls trying to set up a business and at the same time working for a corporate company takes a lot of time so my social life is like shit. Looking forward to building some new brotherships."
P.
ATTENDED OPEN GATHERING
"Opening up about some intrusive dark thoughts which I felt very ashamed of. But remembering I'm not these thoughts and sharing it in the space while hearing recognition felt like such a relief."
T.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Yesterday I sat in circle again after quite some time. Sharing my story again. Not needing to do it alone anymore. I felt the fear and shame beforehand but it felt so much easier and lighter. And today I feel so much lighter again. The gathering of men, my brothers and my facilitators have played a massive part in my growth."
Frank
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I always love to go and when I'm at the Gathering I always pick something up that gets me more grounded and acts like a mirror. So good when I am surrounded by like minded men that are becoming more and more conscious, open, honest and supportive."
S.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"With the circle experience still fresh in my system I decided to talk to her. We talked about it and I'm noticing a big difference in our connection. It feels like things are synching up. Later that day she told me she is proud that I'm committing to men's work. I'm glad I showed up."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERINGS
"It was my first circle ever and it was really refreshing to see how open everyone was from the minute we started. The energy was great, safe and at the same time inviting ourselves to go deeper. I felt seen and appreciated for my presence and I'm really looking forward to the next gathering."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"Just wanted to thank you again for yesterday. It was once again so powerful. It made me realize that we're not alone in this, and that we all do the work in our own worlds and come together to strengthen our connection with ourselves and each other. I'm so blessed to have found the Gathering of Men."
Yves van Veen
Facilitator & Business Trainer
"I feel more at home with my own authenticity, more at home with other men, and I now have tools to guide groups in a way that resonates with my values, style and story."
Frans Korpershoek
Men's Work Facilitator
"Taking part in the Facilitator's Initiation has transformed me. It brought up insecurities and at the same time compassion and space to deal with them. I also experienced the power of brotherhood on a new level."
Justin van Loon
Men's Work Facilitator & Coach
"It all starts with oneself. The course offered much more than just teaching skills. It taught me how to live a meaningful and true life, in service."
Tommy van der Wal
Men's Work Facilitator
"Kwaliteit, puur, authentiek, krachtig. I embraced my authentic power more. And I now have more compassion for myself. Underrated."
Santino Koopmanschap
Coach & Trainer
"Underpromised and overdelivered for me. Faith. Trust. Confidence. A huge sense of purpose. Old patterns broken."
Koen Schoonus
Former ceo
"This initiation is much more than learning how to hold a group. This is all about learning how to know and hold yourself first, so you can become a safe space for growth."
Justin Hogenbrik
attended facilitator's initiation
"I can tell this has provided a deep shift in consciousness, especially if I can continue integrating."
"All the moments where direct feedback was given with love and a belief in potential made every exercise more deep and full of lessons."
Michiel van Roermund
Podcaster
"It will change the way you view yourself, friendships and other relationships for the rest of your life."
Jaring Brunia
ENTREPRENEUR/FACILITATOR
"I became more confident, more myself. My need to prove myself disappeared. I learned to speak what I feel even when it's uncomfortable"
Olivier de Waal
ATTENDED FACILITATORS INITIATION
"It will definitely make you uncomfortable and that is the exact reason you should join. Fuck around and find out."
A.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Thanks for yesterday's circle guys. I feel blessed to have an environment that supports my growth. Its sometimes uncomfortable as things come up that are usually hidden and I have to act on it. With those releases I notice tiredness comes with it but more importantly I feel more space in my body."
H.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Tonight's circle was sublime. Came back feeling nourished, inspired, saw some beautiful sharings and facilitation, a lot of love, holding space for both light and dark. Feeling more hopeful about the goodness in this world."
B.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I had been feeling fragile and heavy for days over a conversation I had with my girlfriend. When I started expressing this at the gathering I felt myself getting lighter and lighter."
N.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I noticed that I felt lonely last weeks, being a dad of two little girls trying to set up a business and at the same time working for a corporate company takes a lot of time so my social life is like shit. Looking forward to building some new brotherships."
P.
ATTENDED OPEN GATHERING
"Opening up about some intrusive dark thoughts which I felt very ashamed of. But remembering I'm not these thoughts and sharing it in the space while hearing recognition felt like such a relief."
T.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Yesterday I sat in circle again after quite some time. Sharing my story again. Not needing to do it alone anymore. I felt the fear and shame beforehand but it felt so much easier and lighter. And today I feel so much lighter again. The gathering of men, my brothers and my facilitators have played a massive part in my growth."
Frank
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I always love to go and when I'm at the Gathering I always pick something up that gets me more grounded and acts like a mirror. So good when I am surrounded by like minded men that are becoming more and more conscious, open, honest and supportive."
S.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"With the circle experience still fresh in my system I decided to talk to her. We talked about it and I'm noticing a big difference in our connection. It feels like things are synching up. Later that day she told me she is proud that I'm committing to men's work. I'm glad I showed up."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERINGS
"It was my first circle ever and it was really refreshing to see how open everyone was from the minute we started. The energy was great, safe and at the same time inviting ourselves to go deeper. I felt seen and appreciated for my presence and I'm really looking forward to the next gathering."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"Just wanted to thank you again for yesterday. It was once again so powerful. It made me realize that we're not alone in this, and that we all do the work in our own worlds and come together to strengthen our connection with ourselves and each other. I'm so blessed to have found the Gathering of Men."
Yves van Veen
Facilitator & Business Trainer
"I feel more at home with my own authenticity, more at home with other men, and I now have tools to guide groups in a way that resonates with my values, style and story."
Frans Korpershoek
Men's Work Facilitator
"Taking part in the Facilitator's Initiation has transformed me. It brought up insecurities and at the same time compassion and space to deal with them. I also experienced the power of brotherhood on a new level."
Justin van Loon
Men's Work Facilitator & Coach
"It all starts with oneself. The course offered much more than just teaching skills. It taught me how to live a meaningful and true life, in service."
Tommy van der Wal
Men's Work Facilitator
"Kwaliteit, puur, authentiek, krachtig. I embraced my authentic power more. And I now have more compassion for myself. Underrated."
Santino Koopmanschap
Coach & Trainer
"Underpromised and overdelivered for me. Faith. Trust. Confidence. A huge sense of purpose. Old patterns broken."
Koen Schoonus
Former ceo
"This initiation is much more than learning how to hold a group. This is all about learning how to know and hold yourself first, so you can become a safe space for growth."
Justin Hogenbrik
attended facilitator's initiation
"I can tell this has provided a deep shift in consciousness, especially if I can continue integrating."
"All the moments where direct feedback was given with love and a belief in potential made every exercise more deep and full of lessons."
Michiel van Roermund
Podcaster
"It will change the way you view yourself, friendships and other relationships for the rest of your life."
Jaring Brunia
ENTREPRENEUR/FACILITATOR
"I became more confident, more myself. My need to prove myself disappeared. I learned to speak what I feel even when it's uncomfortable"
Olivier de Waal
ATTENDED FACILITATORS INITIATION
"It will definitely make you uncomfortable and that is the exact reason you should join. Fuck around and find out."
A.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Thanks for yesterday's circle guys. I feel blessed to have an environment that supports my growth. Its sometimes uncomfortable as things come up that are usually hidden and I have to act on it. With those releases I notice tiredness comes with it but more importantly I feel more space in my body."
H.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Tonight's circle was sublime. Came back feeling nourished, inspired, saw some beautiful sharings and facilitation, a lot of love, holding space for both light and dark. Feeling more hopeful about the goodness in this world."
B.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I had been feeling fragile and heavy for days over a conversation I had with my girlfriend. When I started expressing this at the gathering I felt myself getting lighter and lighter."
N.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I noticed that I felt lonely last weeks, being a dad of two little girls trying to set up a business and at the same time working for a corporate company takes a lot of time so my social life is like shit. Looking forward to building some new brotherships."
P.
ATTENDED OPEN GATHERING
"Opening up about some intrusive dark thoughts which I felt very ashamed of. But remembering I'm not these thoughts and sharing it in the space while hearing recognition felt like such a relief."
T.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Yesterday I sat in circle again after quite some time. Sharing my story again. Not needing to do it alone anymore. I felt the fear and shame beforehand but it felt so much easier and lighter. And today I feel so much lighter again. The gathering of men, my brothers and my facilitators have played a massive part in my growth."
Frank
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I always love to go and when I'm at the Gathering I always pick something up that gets me more grounded and acts like a mirror. So good when I am surrounded by like minded men that are becoming more and more conscious, open, honest and supportive."
S.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"With the circle experience still fresh in my system I decided to talk to her. We talked about it and I'm noticing a big difference in our connection. It feels like things are synching up. Later that day she told me she is proud that I'm committing to men's work. I'm glad I showed up."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERINGS
"It was my first circle ever and it was really refreshing to see how open everyone was from the minute we started. The energy was great, safe and at the same time inviting ourselves to go deeper. I felt seen and appreciated for my presence and I'm really looking forward to the next gathering."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"Just wanted to thank you again for yesterday. It was once again so powerful. It made me realize that we're not alone in this, and that we all do the work in our own worlds and come together to strengthen our connection with ourselves and each other. I'm so blessed to have found the Gathering of Men."
Yves van Veen
Facilitator & Business Trainer
"I feel more at home with my own authenticity, more at home with other men, and I now have tools to guide groups in a way that resonates with my values, style and story."
Frans Korpershoek
Men's Work Facilitator
"Taking part in the Facilitator's Initiation has transformed me. It brought up insecurities and at the same time compassion and space to deal with them. I also experienced the power of brotherhood on a new level."
Justin van Loon
Men's Work Facilitator & Coach
"It all starts with oneself. The course offered much more than just teaching skills. It taught me how to live a meaningful and true life, in service."
Tommy van der Wal
Men's Work Facilitator
"Kwaliteit, puur, authentiek, krachtig. I embraced my authentic power more. And I now have more compassion for myself. Underrated."
Santino Koopmanschap
Coach & Trainer
"Underpromised and overdelivered for me. Faith. Trust. Confidence. A huge sense of purpose. Old patterns broken."
Koen Schoonus
Former ceo
"This initiation is much more than learning how to hold a group. This is all about learning how to know and hold yourself first, so you can become a safe space for growth."
Justin Hogenbrik
attended facilitator's initiation
"I can tell this has provided a deep shift in consciousness, especially if I can continue integrating."
"All the moments where direct feedback was given with love and a belief in potential made every exercise more deep and full of lessons."
Michiel van Roermund
Podcaster
"It will change the way you view yourself, friendships and other relationships for the rest of your life."
Jaring Brunia
ENTREPRENEUR/FACILITATOR
"I became more confident, more myself. My need to prove myself disappeared. I learned to speak what I feel even when it's uncomfortable"
Olivier de Waal
ATTENDED FACILITATORS INITIATION
"It will definitely make you uncomfortable and that is the exact reason you should join. Fuck around and find out."
A.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Thanks for yesterday's circle guys. I feel blessed to have an environment that supports my growth. Its sometimes uncomfortable as things come up that are usually hidden and I have to act on it. With those releases I notice tiredness comes with it but more importantly I feel more space in my body."
H.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Tonight's circle was sublime. Came back feeling nourished, inspired, saw some beautiful sharings and facilitation, a lot of love, holding space for both light and dark. Feeling more hopeful about the goodness in this world."
B.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I had been feeling fragile and heavy for days over a conversation I had with my girlfriend. When I started expressing this at the gathering I felt myself getting lighter and lighter."
N.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I noticed that I felt lonely last weeks, being a dad of two little girls trying to set up a business and at the same time working for a corporate company takes a lot of time so my social life is like shit. Looking forward to building some new brotherships."
P.
ATTENDED OPEN GATHERING
"Opening up about some intrusive dark thoughts which I felt very ashamed of. But remembering I'm not these thoughts and sharing it in the space while hearing recognition felt like such a relief."
T.
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"Yesterday I sat in circle again after quite some time. Sharing my story again. Not needing to do it alone anymore. I felt the fear and shame beforehand but it felt so much easier and lighter. And today I feel so much lighter again. The gathering of men, my brothers and my facilitators have played a massive part in my growth."
Frank
GATHERINGS MEMBERSHIP
"I always love to go and when I'm at the Gathering I always pick something up that gets me more grounded and acts like a mirror. So good when I am surrounded by like minded men that are becoming more and more conscious, open, honest and supportive."
S.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"With the circle experience still fresh in my system I decided to talk to her. We talked about it and I'm noticing a big difference in our connection. It feels like things are synching up. Later that day she told me she is proud that I'm committing to men's work. I'm glad I showed up."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERINGS
"It was my first circle ever and it was really refreshing to see how open everyone was from the minute we started. The energy was great, safe and at the same time inviting ourselves to go deeper. I felt seen and appreciated for my presence and I'm really looking forward to the next gathering."
J.
ATTENDS OPEN GATHERING
"Just wanted to thank you again for yesterday. It was once again so powerful. It made me realize that we're not alone in this, and that we all do the work in our own worlds and come together to strengthen our connection with ourselves and each other. I'm so blessed to have found the Gathering of Men."
Yves van Veen
Facilitator & Business Trainer
"I feel more at home with my own authenticity, more at home with other men, and I now have tools to guide groups in a way that resonates with my values, style and story."
Frans Korpershoek
Men's Work Facilitator
"Taking part in the Facilitator's Initiation has transformed me. It brought up insecurities and at the same time compassion and space to deal with them. I also experienced the power of brotherhood on a new level."
Justin van Loon
Men's Work Facilitator & Coach
"It all starts with oneself. The course offered much more than just teaching skills. It taught me how to live a meaningful and true life, in service."
Tommy van der Wal
Men's Work Facilitator
"Kwaliteit, puur, authentiek, krachtig. I embraced my authentic power more. And I now have more compassion for myself. Underrated."
Santino Koopmanschap
Coach & Trainer
"Underpromised and overdelivered for me. Faith. Trust. Confidence. A huge sense of purpose. Old patterns broken."
Koen Schoonus
Former ceo
"This initiation is much more than learning how to hold a group. This is all about learning how to know and hold yourself first, so you can become a safe space for growth."
Justin Hogenbrik
attended facilitator's initiation
"I can tell this has provided a deep shift in consciousness, especially if I can continue integrating."
"All the moments where direct feedback was given with love and a belief in potential made every exercise more deep and full of lessons."
Michiel van Roermund
Podcaster
"It will change the way you view yourself, friendships and other relationships for the rest of your life."
Jaring Brunia
ENTREPRENEUR/FACILITATOR
"I became more confident, more myself. My need to prove myself disappeared. I learned to speak what I feel even when it's uncomfortable"
Olivier de Waal
ATTENDED FACILITATORS INITIATION
"It will definitely make you uncomfortable and that is the exact reason you should join. Fuck around and find out."
Your next move
Ready for the next step ?
Ready for the next step ?
Ready for the next step ?
If you feel the calling to be engaged or to give it a try, the next steps are hopping onto a call to see what you need & how we can help or simply join one of our next open events. We're happy to receive you either on the phone and prefferrably in person. You're welcome brother
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Still on the fence or don't know where to start? Plan a call. Gauge the vibe. See what fits.
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