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Find AA Meetings in Santa Monica, California

Find local AA support groups in Santa Monica, CA

118 meetings
7 days per week
26 locations
AA Meetings in Santa Monica, CA
Meeting NameDay & TimeLocationAddressTypesActions
TUESDAY MORNING MENS MEETING
Tuesday at
7:15AM
1220 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California
Closed
Speaker
Men
+1 more
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THE UNCOMMON SENSE MEN'S STAG
Saturday at
8:00AM
2600 Barnard Way, Santa Monica, California
Big Book
Closed
Men
+2 more
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PALISADES REKINDLED MEETING
Monday at
8:00AM
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California
Discussion
Speaker
English
+2 more
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DAILY Reflections
Tuesday at
8:00AM
2500 Broadway, Santa Monica, California
Closed
English
Wheelchair Access
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DAILY REFLECTION MEDITATION
Monday at
8:45AM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Daily Reflections
Discussion
Meditation
+3 more
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SPEAKER PARTICIPATION
Wednesday at
8:45AM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Speaker
Discussion
English
+1 more
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HOPE & GRATITUDE
Sunday at
9:00AM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Open
English
Wheelchair Access
View Details
SPIRITUAL SOLUTION
Sunday at
10:30AM
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California
Open
English
View Details
MEN'S STAG
Wednesday at
12:00PM
1458 26th Street, Santa Monica, California
Men
English
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HIGH NOON
Tuesday at
12:00PM
1257 Centinela Avenue, Santa Monica, California
Open
Speaker
English
+2 more
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GRUPO HISPANO SANTA MONICA
Monday at
12:00PM
2605 1/2 17th Street, Santa Monica, California
Open
Spanish
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HOPE FOR ALL COED
Thursday at
12:00PM
1458 26th Street, Santa Monica, California
Open
Speaker
Birthday
+1 more
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WOMEN'S STEP STUDY
Monday at
12:00PM
1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, California
Step Meeting
Newcomer
Women
+1 more
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PROMPTLY ADMITTED
Friday at
12:30PM
633 Kensington Road, Santa Monica, California
Closed
Discussion
English
+1 more
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WOMEN'S COTTAGE MEETING
Friday at
1:00PM
1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, California
Speaker
Closed
Women
+3 more
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SMC MEETING
Monday at
4:00PM
1900 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Birthday
Closed
Daily Reflections
+2 more
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THURSDAY NIGHT SPEAKER PARTICIPATION
Thursday at
6:00PM
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Speaker
English
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LIFE AFTER TEN
Sunday at
6:00PM
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Speaker
Discussion
Open
+4 more
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POWERLESS GROUP #1
Thursday at
6:30PM
1220 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California
As Bill Sees It
Discussion
Open
+3 more
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ONE STEP AT A TIME
Wednesday at
7:00PM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Discussion
Open
Speaker
+3 more
View Details
SATURDAY SOLUTION
Saturday at
7:30PM
909 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Open
Speaker
English
+1 more
View Details
GRUPO HISPANO SANTA MONICA
Friday at
8:00PM
2605 1/2 17th Street, Santa Monica, California
Open
Spanish
View Details
GRUPO HISPANO SANTA MONICA
Sunday at
8:00PM
2605 1/2 17th Street, Santa Monica, California
Open
Spanish
View Details
THE MARINA DISCUSSION
Wednesday at
8:00PM
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
Discussion
Open
English
View Details
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Thursday at
8:30PM
1458 26th Street, Santa Monica, California
Open
Speaker
Newcomer
+2 more
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AA Meetings in Santa Monica, CA

TUESDAY MORNING MENS MEETING

Tuesdays7:15AM
1220 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

ClosedSpeakerMenEnglish
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THE UNCOMMON SENSE MEN'S STAG

Saturdays8:00AM
2600 Barnard Way, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Big BookClosedMenEnglishWheelchair Access
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PALISADES REKINDLED MEETING

Mondays8:00AM
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

DiscussionSpeakerEnglishWheelchair AccessWheelchair-Accessible Bathroom
View Meeting Details →

DAILY Reflections

Tuesdays8:00AM
2500 Broadway, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

ClosedEnglishWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

DAILY REFLECTION MEDITATION

Mondays8:45AM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Daily ReflectionsDiscussionMeditationSpeakerNewcomerEnglish
View Meeting Details →

SPEAKER PARTICIPATION

Wednesdays8:45AM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

SpeakerDiscussionEnglishWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

HOPE & GRATITUDE

Sundays9:00AM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenEnglishWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

SPIRITUAL SOLUTION

Sundays10:30AM
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenEnglish
View Meeting Details →

MEN'S STAG

Wednesdays12:00PM
1458 26th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

MenEnglish
View Meeting Details →

HIGH NOON

Tuesdays12:00PM
1257 Centinela Avenue, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpeakerEnglishWheelchair AccessWheelchair-Accessible Bathroom
View Meeting Details →

GRUPO HISPANO SANTA MONICA

Mondays12:00PM
2605 1/2 17th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpanish
View Meeting Details →

HOPE FOR ALL COED

Thursdays12:00PM
1458 26th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpeakerBirthdayEnglish
View Meeting Details →

WOMEN'S STEP STUDY

Mondays12:00PM
1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Step MeetingNewcomerWomenEnglish
View Meeting Details →

PROMPTLY ADMITTED

Fridays12:30PM
633 Kensington Road, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

ClosedDiscussionEnglishWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

WOMEN'S COTTAGE MEETING

Fridays1:00PM
1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

SpeakerClosedWomenYoung PeopleEnglishWheelchair-Accessible Bathroom
View Meeting Details →

SMC MEETING

Mondays4:00PM
1900 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

BirthdayClosedDaily ReflectionsDiscussionEnglish
View Meeting Details →

THURSDAY NIGHT SPEAKER PARTICIPATION

Thursdays6:00PM
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

SpeakerEnglish
View Meeting Details →

LIFE AFTER TEN

Sundays6:00PM
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

SpeakerDiscussionOpenLiteratureBig Book12 Steps & 12 TraditionsEnglish
View Meeting Details →

POWERLESS GROUP #1

Thursdays6:30PM
1220 2nd Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

As Bill Sees ItDiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglishWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

ONE STEP AT A TIME

Wednesdays7:00PM
3301 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

DiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglishChild-FriendlyWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

SATURDAY SOLUTION

Saturdays7:30PM
909 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpeakerEnglishWheelchair Access
View Meeting Details →

GRUPO HISPANO SANTA MONICA

Fridays8:00PM
2605 1/2 17th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpanish
View Meeting Details →

GRUPO HISPANO SANTA MONICA

Sundays8:00PM
2605 1/2 17th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpanish
View Meeting Details →

THE MARINA DISCUSSION

Wednesdays8:00PM
1343 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

DiscussionOpenEnglish
View Meeting Details →

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Thursdays8:30PM
1458 26th Street, Santa Monica, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenSpeakerNewcomerYoung PeopleEnglish
View Meeting Details →

AA Meetings in Santa Monica: Your Path to Recovery

Finding the right Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Santa Monica, California is an important first step on your journey to recovery. This directory lists 118 local AA meetings across 26 different locations, providing diverse support options to match your schedule, preferences, and recovery needs.

Whether you're seeking your first AA meeting or looking for additional support in your ongoing recovery, Santa Monica's AA community welcomes newcomers and experienced members alike.

What to Expect at Your First AA Meeting in Santa Monica

Attending your first AA meeting can feel intimidating, but AA groups in Santa Monica typically create a welcoming, judgment-free environment for everyone seeking help with alcohol addiction.

Your First Meeting

  • • Arrive a few minutes early to introduce yourself
  • • No obligation to speak - listening is perfectly acceptable
  • • Share only your first name to maintain anonymity
  • • Meetings typically last 60-90 minutes

Complete Confidentiality

Everything shared in AA meetings stays confidential. "Who you see here, what you hear here, when you leave here, let it stay here" is a fundamental principle that protects everyone's privacy and creates a safe space for honest sharing.

Types of AA Meetings Available in Santa Monica

AA meetings in Santa Monica include various formats to support different stages of recovery and personal preferences:

Open Meetings

Open to anyone interested in learning about AA, including family members, friends, students, and professionals. These meetings help educate the community and reduce stigma around addiction recovery. Learn more →

Closed Meetings

Exclusively for individuals who identify as alcoholics or have a desire to stop drinking. Closed meetings provide a safe, intimate environment for sharing personal recovery challenges. Learn more →

Speaker Meetings

Feature one or more members sharing their complete story of alcoholism and recovery. Speaker meetings inspire hope and demonstrate that long-term sobriety is achievable. Learn more →

Discussion Meetings & Step Study

Interactive meetings focused on specific topics, the 12 Steps, or AA literature. These meetings provide deeper understanding of recovery principles and practical application.

Building Your Recovery Foundation in Santa Monica

Regular attendance at AA meetings in Santa Monica provides structure, accountability, and community support essential for maintaining sobriety. Many members find success by:

  • →Attending 90 meetings in 90 days - A common recommendation for newcomers to build a strong foundation
  • →Finding a home group - Regular attendance at one specific meeting creates deeper connections
  • →Getting a sponsor - One-on-one mentorship from someone with sustained sobriety
  • →Working the 12 Steps - Following AA's proven program of recovery
  • →Service work - Helping set up meetings, making coffee, or greeting newcomers strengthens recovery

AA Meeting Options in Santa Monica

Local AA groups in Santa Monica provide support for the unique challenges of maintaining sobriety in the area. Members often share experience with finding sober activities, navigating social situations, and building a recovery network in California.

118
Weekly Meetings
26
Meeting Locations
7
Days Per Week

With meetings throughout the week at various times and locations, you can find a meeting that fits your schedule whether you work traditional hours, night shifts, or have other commitments.

Start Your Recovery Journey Today

You don't have to face alcohol addiction alone. AA groups in Santa Monica provide proven support, practical tools, and genuine fellowship from people who understand exactly what you're going through because they've been there themselves.

Recovery is possible, and it starts with a single meeting. Browse the complete list of Santa Monica AA meetings above to find a group that meets your needs. Most AA meetings welcome walk-ins, and you typically don't need to call ahead or register.

The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Additional Recovery Resources

While AA provides crucial peer support, comprehensive recovery may include:

  • • Professional addiction counseling and therapy
  • • Medical support for alcohol withdrawal (consult healthcare providers)
  • • Al-Anon meetings for family members affected by someone's drinking
  • • Additional recovery programs that complement AA's spiritual approach
  • • Sober living communities in the Santa Monica area

Note: The AA Directory is an independent resource and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. For official AA information, visit aa.org.

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