Black Hawk Group

Types of AA Meetings

Discussion: AA discussion meetings in South Dakota provide a specific addiction-related topic for group members to discuss and reflect upon. Leaders often derive this topic from an AA text, such as Daily Reflections or the Big Book. Once they open with their initial thoughts, others are welcome to share their input.

Open: Open AA meetings in South Dakota aren’t restricted to members only. Anyone from the local community is invited to attend to learn more about AA and its 12 step program. This includes individuals seeking help for alcohol addiction as well as anyone who wants to support them on their recovery journey.

Speaker: South Dakota AA centers may invite speakers to address their members. Speakers mix humor with reason, faith, and raw emotions to inspire listeners to harden their resolve against alcohol.

Step Meeting: South Dakota’s 12 Step Program often consists of step meetings. Here, participants discuss how their experience has aligned with AA texts, and discuss ways on how to make their resilience stronger by the next meeting.

Wheelchair Access: South Dakota’s AA centers may feature wheelchair access for non-ambulatory clients. The facility may have designated parking and exterior ramps, along with open floor plans to access meeting halls, restrooms, and amenities.