AA Meetings Fort Walton Beach, FL

Below is a comprehensive directory of AA meetings in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

The closest AA meeting to you is 43.87 miles away and meets on Tuesday at .

If you can't find a meeting close to you at the time you're looking for, we recommend checking out nearby towns including: Cinco Bayou, Ocean City, Wright, and Mary Esther.

Additional local resources: Fort Walton Beach NA Meetings | Fort Walton Beach Al-Anon Meetings

What is an AA Meeting?

AA is a program developed to help those who suffer from alcohol dependence get sober. Attendance is free at an AA Meeting in Fort Walton Beach, FL as the funding is voluntary based only from its members.

AA is one of most commonly recognized programs in the United States and around the world that helps countless men and women get sober in the pursuit of lifelong recovery. They are typically made up of small groups of recovering alcoholics who share their recovery journey and are there to help new members get sober.

How to Choose an AA Meeting in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Alcohol Addiction is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. AA has created meetings to assist with each individual piece of your sobriety. If you are in search of a meeting on the first 3 steps, you should select a beginner meeting. If you are looking to get more in touch with your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting would be a good choice. If you want to hear another individuals story of how they overcame alcoholism, a speaker meeting is where you need to be. If you are through your steps and are now working on the traditions of AA, a traditions meetings will be beneficial. If you want to attend a group with just your gender, you can go to a men’s or women's meeting where no one of the opposite gender will be there. All in all there is a meeting for everyone. Try different meetings out until you find one that you find most beneficial.

How to benefit the most from your first meeting in Fort Walton Beach, FL

To benefit the most from your first meeting you need to walk in with an open mind, and the willingness to change. Make sure to arrive 30 minutes early and stay 30 minutes after because there is always a “before” and “after” for every meeting, where the members of the group gather outside and talk. Make sure during opening announcements that you raise your hand to let the group know this is your first meeting. Make sure to inquire about a meeting list, with phone numbers of the group members. The final thing to remember is don’t hesitate to raise your hand and speak, share the journey that lead you to your first AA meeting.