About
Why I set this up
I wanted a men’s group I would actually walk into — confidential, inclusive, and nothing like the alpha-male version of this work.
A circle I needed myself
I am Max — a former barrister and lecturer, now a coach and facilitator. I know the Man Box from the inside: the mask, the grind, the sense of being an outsider as a gay man in rooms that never quite fitted. I set up The Vulnerability Club® so GBT+ men and non-binary people would have a tribe that is warm, professional, and human. Not a scene. Not a drill sergeant. Just a confidential circle, suitable from the very first night.
Private coaching lives on a sister site: Max Wilson Coaching. This site is the home of the circle.
Who it is for
Gay, bi and trans men, and non-binary people. Curious newcomers and people who have sat in circle before. If you want conversation, honesty, and men who will remember your name — come sit down.
- GBT+ men and non-binary people, 18+
- First-timers welcome, always
- Confidential by default
- Friends and community — not a dating cattle-call
How we gather
Monthly connection circles online, with retreats taking shape for those who want longer time together. Numbers stay human on purpose.
The code
- What is said in the circle stays in the circle.
- No racism, femmephobia, transphobia, or body hierarchy.
- You can pass on any question. Silence is allowed.
- This is not a crisis service — if you need urgent help, contact Samaritans on 116 123.
- No one gets a hard sell — for a drink, a date, or a belief.
FAQ
About the Club
Who facilitates The Vulnerability Club®?
Max Wilson — a former barrister and lecturer, now an ICF-credentialed self-leadership coach. He set the Club up so GBT+ men and non-binary people would have a tribe that is warm, professional, and human.
Where is Max based?
Max is based in Guildford, Surrey, in the United Kingdom. The monthly circle meets online on Zoom, so you can join from anywhere in the UK or further afield.
How is the Club related to Max Wilson Coaching?
Same person, two front doors. This site is the home of the circle. 1:1 coaching, walking coaching, the Sovereign Self programme and team training live on Max Wilson Coaching.