About us
This is a fun, relaxed group for making new 'GayMates.' All are welcome, to join, regardless of sexuality etc. all you need is a sense of fun! Members currently organise social meetups: nights out, museum visits, cinema trips and a whole host of other activities. Some events are hosted others are not.
We welcome your input and suggestions in developing this group! To post events click on 'Suggest a new meetup'. To attend events click on 'YES'. If you wish to make new friends and try new things, then this is definitely the place to be.
We look forward to meeting you!
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GayMates Meetup Group is open for all members to post events, simply message Serge with your idea.
GayMates is supported by
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Upcoming events
52
- £10.00
London Gay, Bi, Trans Men's Mindfulness Meditation Group
Westminster Meeting House, 52 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4EA, London, GBSince 2009, 15‑40 men meet in a warm, inclusive space near Leicester Square to meditate, relax and make friends. No experience needed – we guide you step‑by‑step, and seasoned meditators are welcome.
Why gay‑men choose this space
- Safety & belonging – a private, affirming environment where you can be yourself without judgment, the core need identified by LGBTQ‑focused mindfulness programmes .
- Minority‑stress relief – mindfulness reduces the chronic stress that many gay, bi and queer men face, boosting self‑acceptance and emotional regulation .
- Community‑driven growth – connecting with others who share similar experiences lowers isolation and fosters resilience.
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.
What you’ll get
- Breath‑work & gratitude tools – instant stress relief and mood lift.
- Guided meditations that develop emotional intelligence, self‑compassion and resilience.
- Trauma‑informed compassion practices – self‑compassion exercises and body‑scan work to ease reactivity and promote safety.
- A supportive peer community – improve social skills and build lasting friendships.
Evening flow (7 pm‑9 pm)
1️⃣ Grounding movement & body‑scan
2️⃣ First guided meditation (focused attention or self‑compassion)
3️⃣ 20‑minute tea break for informal chat
4️⃣ The second meditation changes week by week and follows a rotating weekly theme (loving‑kindness, self‑compassion, gratitude, etc.)Practical details
- When: Every Monday (doors 6:45 pm, meditation 7 pm) – we run the session even if there are no Meetup RSVP. No booking required - just turn up.
- Where: 52 Saint Martins Lane, WC2N 4EA (near Leicester Square/Charing Cross)
- Seating: Chairs provided; mats & cushions available for floor sitting.
Teacher
Nick – 30 years of practice and 7 years as a Buddhist monk, teaching from a non‑reactive, freedom‑focused perspective.Fees
- First‑timer: £10
- Regular: £16 per session
- Concessions: £13 (students, low‑income, refugees, disability support – ask on arrival)
Join us
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.“The connection here is transformative – stress‑free, supportive, genuinely inclusive.” – member testimonial.
1 attendee - £10.00
London Gay, Bi, Trans Men's Mindfulness Meditation Group
Westminster Meeting House, 52 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4EA, London, GBSince 2009, 15‑40 men meet in a warm, inclusive space near Leicester Square to meditate, relax and make friends. No experience needed – we guide you step‑by‑step, and seasoned meditators are welcome.
Why gay‑men choose this space
- Safety & belonging – a private, affirming environment where you can be yourself without judgment, the core need identified by LGBTQ‑focused mindfulness programmes .
- Minority‑stress relief – mindfulness reduces the chronic stress that many gay, bi and queer men face, boosting self‑acceptance and emotional regulation .
- Community‑driven growth – connecting with others who share similar experiences lowers isolation and fosters resilience.
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.
What you’ll get
- Breath‑work & gratitude tools – instant stress relief and mood lift.
- Guided meditations that develop emotional intelligence, self‑compassion and resilience.
- Trauma‑informed compassion practices – self‑compassion exercises and body‑scan work to ease reactivity and promote safety.
- A supportive peer community – improve social skills and build lasting friendships.
Evening flow (7 pm‑9 pm)
1️⃣ Grounding movement & body‑scan
2️⃣ First guided meditation (focused attention or self‑compassion)
3️⃣ 20‑minute tea break for informal chat
4️⃣ The second meditation changes week by week and follows a rotating weekly theme (loving‑kindness, self‑compassion, gratitude, etc.)Practical details
- When: Every Monday (doors 6:45 pm, meditation 7 pm) – we run the session even if there are no Meetup RSVP. No booking required - just turn up.
- Where: 52 Saint Martins Lane, WC2N 4EA (near Leicester Square/Charing Cross)
- Seating: Chairs provided; mats & cushions available for floor sitting.
Teacher
Nick – 30 years of practice and 7 years as a Buddhist monk, teaching from a non‑reactive, freedom‑focused perspective.Fees
- First‑timer: £10
- Regular: £16 per session
- Concessions: £13 (students, low‑income, refugees, disability support – ask on arrival)
Join us
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.“The connection here is transformative – stress‑free, supportive, genuinely inclusive.” – member testimonial.
1 attendee - £10.00
London Gay, Bi, Trans Men's Mindfulness Meditation Group
Westminster Meeting House, 52 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4EA, London, GBSince 2009, 15‑40 men meet in a warm, inclusive space near Leicester Square to meditate, relax and make friends. No experience needed – we guide you step‑by‑step, and seasoned meditators are welcome.
Why gay‑men choose this space
- Safety & belonging – a private, affirming environment where you can be yourself without judgment, the core need identified by LGBTQ‑focused mindfulness programmes .
- Minority‑stress relief – mindfulness reduces the chronic stress that many gay, bi and queer men face, boosting self‑acceptance and emotional regulation .
- Community‑driven growth – connecting with others who share similar experiences lowers isolation and fosters resilience.
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.
What you’ll get
- Breath‑work & gratitude tools – instant stress relief and mood lift.
- Guided meditations that develop emotional intelligence, self‑compassion and resilience.
- Trauma‑informed compassion practices – self‑compassion exercises and body‑scan work to ease reactivity and promote safety.
- A supportive peer community – improve social skills and build lasting friendships.
Evening flow (7 pm‑9 pm)
1️⃣ Grounding movement & body‑scan
2️⃣ First guided meditation (focused attention or self‑compassion)
3️⃣ 20‑minute tea break for informal chat
4️⃣ The second meditation changes week by week and follows a rotating weekly theme (loving‑kindness, self‑compassion, gratitude, etc.)Practical details
- When: Every Monday (doors 6:45 pm, meditation 7 pm) – we run the session even if there are no Meetup RSVP. No booking required - just turn up.
- Where: 52 Saint Martins Lane, WC2N 4EA (near Leicester Square/Charing Cross)
- Seating: Chairs provided; mats & cushions available for floor sitting.
Teacher
Nick – 30 years of practice and 7 years as a Buddhist monk, teaching from a non‑reactive, freedom‑focused perspective.Fees
- First‑timer: £10
- Regular: £16 per session
- Concessions: £13 (students, low‑income, refugees, disability support – ask on arrival)
Join us
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.“The connection here is transformative – stress‑free, supportive, genuinely inclusive.” – member testimonial.
1 attendee - £10.00
London Gay, Bi, Trans Men's Mindfulness Meditation Group
Westminster Meeting House, 52 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4EA, London, GBSince 2009, 15‑40 men meet in a warm, inclusive space near Leicester Square to meditate, relax and make friends. No experience needed – we guide you step‑by‑step, and seasoned meditators are welcome.
Why gay‑men choose this space
- Safety & belonging – a private, affirming environment where you can be yourself without judgment, the core need identified by LGBTQ‑focused mindfulness programmes .
- Minority‑stress relief – mindfulness reduces the chronic stress that many gay, bi and queer men face, boosting self‑acceptance and emotional regulation .
- Community‑driven growth – connecting with others who share similar experiences lowers isolation and fosters resilience.
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.
What you’ll get
- Breath‑work & gratitude tools – instant stress relief and mood lift.
- Guided meditations that develop emotional intelligence, self‑compassion and resilience.
- Trauma‑informed compassion practices – self‑compassion exercises and body‑scan work to ease reactivity and promote safety.
- A supportive peer community – improve social skills and build lasting friendships.
Evening flow (7 pm‑9 pm)
1️⃣ Grounding movement & body‑scan
2️⃣ First guided meditation (focused attention or self‑compassion)
3️⃣ 20‑minute tea break for informal chat
4️⃣ The second meditation changes week by week and follows a rotating weekly theme (loving‑kindness, self‑compassion, gratitude, etc.)Practical details
- When: Every Monday (doors 6:45 pm, meditation 7 pm) – we run the session even if there are no Meetup RSVP. No booking required - just turn up.
- Where: 52 Saint Martins Lane, WC2N 4EA (near Leicester Square/Charing Cross)
- Seating: Chairs provided; mats & cushions available for floor sitting.
Teacher
Nick – 30 years of practice and 7 years as a Buddhist monk, teaching from a non‑reactive, freedom‑focused perspective.Fees
- First‑timer: £10
- Regular: £16 per session
- Concessions: £13 (students, low‑income, refugees, disability support – ask on arrival)
Join us
Click here to book or simply turn up and pay at the door.“The connection here is transformative – stress‑free, supportive, genuinely inclusive.” – member testimonial.
1 attendee
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