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A group of Austinite men started Soul Shed because life keeps unfolding, and so should we. After the unexpected deaths of two dear friends, we were reminded how important it is for us guys to stay connected—to have a place where we can share experiences, explore new ideas, and show up for each other and to grow our souls.
Based on the concept of a Men’s Shed, Soul Shed is a community of older lads—often empty nesters, maybe retired (or close to it)—who are asking, What’s next?
Well, whether it’s diving into music and literature, exploring meditation, reflecting on life’s big questions, or finding ways to give back, we’re here to engage, connect, and grow together, rather than allowing ourselves to drift apart.
No set agenda. No routine expectations. Just good company, meaningful conversations, and space to keep discovering. Ultimately, it's the choice to engage in life and not let it pass us by.
Camaraderie. Creativity. Community.
A “Men’s Shed”?
A Men’s Shed is like a clubhouse for grown men except instead of treehouses and secret handshakes, it's all about connection. Men's Sheds started in Australia in the 1990s, where blokes realized that when men retire or hit a certain age, they often lose that built-in social circle from work. So, they created spaces where guys could come together, tackle projects, share stories, and escape stress for a bit.
The idea took off and spread like wildfire to Ireland, then around the globe. Now, Men’s Sheds are places where guys gather to do whatever they feel like—whether it's playing music, diving into literature, talking about life’s big questions, or just having a cup of coffee while shooting the breeze.
At its core, a Men’s Shed is about showing up, staying engaged, and keeping life interesting.
“How Do I Engage?”
We’re based in Austin, Texas, but the idea is universal: Stay connected, stay engaged, and keep exploring what’s next.
Soul Shed isn’t something you “sign up” for, rather, it’s something you step into. It starts with a conversation, a connection, an invitation.
Ask someone who’s already in. Join a walk, a gathering, a discussion. No background check, no hoity-toity obligations, only good people who show up and see where it leads.
Because at the end of the day, this is about connection. And connection starts with a simple, “Hey, mind if I join?"
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