An AA Meeting Finder App to Find Meetings and Track Recovery
Find the right meeting at the right time with fast search, attendance tracking, and personalized recovery tools, all in one thoughtfully designed app.
MyMeetings helps members of the Alcoholics Anonymous community locate meetings across all 50 states. According to AA's membership survey, there are approximately 1.3 million AA members in the U.S. attending more than 67,000 weekly meetings.
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AA Meetings in America: Key Facts
- 67,000+ AA meetings held weekly across the United States (AA.org, 2023)
- Approximately 2 million AA members worldwide attend regular meetings
- Studies show regular meeting attendance increases sobriety rates by up to 35% (NIAAA, 2022)
- MyMeetings covers all 50 states and 32,000+ U.S. communities
- Online AA meetings have grown 400% since 2020, now representing 30% of all meetings
According to the Alcoholics Anonymous General Service Office, regular meeting attendance is one of the most effective tools for maintaining long-term sobriety. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recommends peer support groups as a core component of addiction recovery treatment. Research from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) confirms that consistent participation in 12-step programs like AA significantly improves long-term recovery outcomes.
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Feature Comparison
MeetingGuide
- ✓ Find AA meetings
- ✓ Meeting details and formats
- ✓ Location-based meeting search
- Focused on meeting discovery
- No personal attendance journal
- No post-meeting recovery notes
MyMeetings
- ✓ Find AA meetings
- ✓ Modern, intuitive interface
- ✓ Attendance tracking & check-ins
- ✓ Personal recovery notes
- ✓ Opt-in AI coaching and reflections
- ✓ Sobriety journey tracking
- ✓ Community sharing features
- ✓ Advanced filtering & search
- ✓ Web portal access
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find AA meetings near me?
MyMeetings provides a nationwide directory spanning all 50 states and more than 32,000 U.S. communities. Open the app, enable location services if you choose, and browse meetings by city, state, or zip code. MyMeetings shows available meeting times, locations, formats, and whether listings are in-person or online. Because schedules can change, confirm important details with the source listing before attending.
What can I do with MyMeetings?
MyMeetings helps you find AA meetings, track attendance, log recovery notes, follow your sobriety journey, and choose whether to use AI-powered recovery insights. The app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play, with a 4.8-star rating on the App Store from 140 ratings.
What is the difference between MyMeetings and MeetingGuide?
Both products help people find AA meetings. MyMeetings also includes personal attendance history, recovery notes, sobriety journey tracking, opt-in AI features, and sharing tools. Meeting Guide is maintained by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services and focuses on meeting discovery through participating AA service entities. MyMeetings is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by AAWS.
What is the difference between open and closed AA meetings?
Open AA meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about Alcoholics Anonymous, including family members, friends, and researchers. Closed meetings are exclusively for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. According to AA.org, both formats follow the same 12-step program principles. MyMeetings clearly labels each meeting as open or closed so you can choose the right fit before attending.
Do I need to register or sign up for AA meetings?
No, AA meetings require no registration, sign-up, or membership fees. Anonymity is a core principle of Alcoholics Anonymous. You only need to share your first name, and even that is optional. There are no attendance requirements, and you can attend any open meeting at any time. The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking, as stated in AA's Third Tradition.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting?
Many AA meetings last 60 to 90 minutes, but formats vary. A meeting may include readings, a speaker, group discussion, a moment of silence, or a prayer. You can usually introduce yourself by first name, and you may decline to speak or share. Review the meeting’s format and access details before attending, and contact the local group when you need confirmation.
Are there online AA meetings available?
Yes. Online AA meetings are available by video conference and phone and can be useful for people with mobility limitations, scheduling conflicts, transportation barriers, or limited nearby options. MyMeetings lists available in-person and online meeting records and provides filters for virtual options. Confirm the link, time zone, and access details before joining.
How many AA meetings are there in the United States?
AA’s General Service Office publishes membership and group estimates, but totals change over time and a directory route is not the same thing as a verified active meeting. MyMeetings provides meeting discovery across all 50 states and more than 32,000 U.S. community routes. Check AA’s official service-office finder or the relevant local service office for AA’s own current information.
Is Alcoholics Anonymous religious?
No, Alcoholics Anonymous is not affiliated with any religion, denomination, or sect. While the 12-step program references a "Higher Power," AA explicitly states this can be any conception of a power greater than oneself, including the group itself. Many agnostic and atheist-friendly AA meetings exist specifically for non-religious members. AA welcomes people of all faiths and no faith.
Are AA meetings free?
Yes, AA meetings are always free to attend. AA is self-supporting through voluntary contributions from its members, and no dues or fees are ever required. According to SAMHSA, free peer support groups like AA remove financial barriers to addiction recovery treatment. You will never be asked to pay to attend a meeting.
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