History of the Coral Gables Group of Alcoholics Anonymous
The Coral Gables Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, affectionately known as the Coral Room, was founded in 1947 by a small group of alcoholics who came together with a common purpose—to achieve and maintain sobriety.
The group's first home was a modest storefront on Minorca Avenue, with chairs lining the walls, a coffee bar, and a nicotine-stained board displaying the Twelve Steps. Greeting every newcomer was a large sign that read, "YOU ARE NOT ALONE," a simple but powerful reminder that recovery is possible when we walk the path together.
As the fellowship grew, the Coral Room moved to LeJeune Road, where the popular 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. rush-hour meetings were established. The group later relocated to its longtime home on Ponce de Leon Boulevard, where it continued to serve the recovering community for many years.
When the COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of our physical clubhouse in early 2020, the Coral Room adapted by moving every meeting online, ensuring that the message of hope and recovery remained available to anyone in need.
As the community reopened, so did the Coral Room. Today, we are proud to once again have a physical clubhouse on Ponce de Leon Boulevard while continuing to offer both in-person
and online meetings seven days a week, from morning until night.
Our meeting schedule provides a complete list of all current meetings.
For nearly eight decades, the Coral Room has played an important role in Alcoholics Anonymous throughout South Florida. We welcome anyone with an honest desire to stop drinking, regardless of where they are on their journey.
Through every challenge, the members of the Coral Room have remained united. Guided by the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous and the grace of a Higher Power, our fellowship continues to grow, carrying the message of hope to those who still suffer.
We are the Coral Room—Strong, Sober, and Free.