Yarns With Reuben Thorne
The Yarns Men host a Christchurch based, men only monthly meetup to hear a good yarn, share some food and have a few yarns with other guys. It's Good to Yarn.
A chance to hear a good yarn, share some food and have a few yarns with other guys. No pressure. No expectations.
This month’s speaker: Reuben Thorne
Former All Blacks captain Reuben Thorne earned 50 test caps for New Zealand and led at the highest level of world rugby.
Since finishing his playing days, Reuben has built coffee businesses, coached schoolboy rugby and helped run hospitality and entertainment ventures in Christchurch. His story goes beyond the jersey — sharing the realities of transitioning from elite sport into business, identity beyond performance, and finding your feet after the game.
A real yarn about leadership, resilience and backing yourself in the next chapter.
What’s in it for you:
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Hear honest insights on leadership and life after professional sport
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Pick up practical lessons you can apply in everyday life
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Have relaxed one on one yarns with other men
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Leave feeling motivated and more connected
The Way of The Yarns Men
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Be a Good Bugger – Back your fellow Yarns Man, listen without judgment, treat everyone with respect.
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Real Talk, No Bull – Honesty takes guts, and a good yarn goes both ways. Share your yarn and allow others to share theirs.
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Give a Bit, Get a Bit – Share your wins, your struggles, and your time. You get back what you put in.
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It Takes Guts to Be Real – Opening up isn’t weak, it’s brave. Dropping the mask makes for real connection.
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Stay Curious, Keep an Open Mind – Every fella’s got a story. Ask questions, listen in, and share from your own experience.
Disclaimer: The Yarns Men aren't therapists. We're men who care. Our role is to create space for genuine conversations and social connections. Think of our yarns as tips and advice from a mate, a place to explore new ways of engaging in conversations and building social connections. We do not provide clinical guidance. If you need help finding support, reach out to Matthew.
A chance to hear a good yarn, share some food and have a few yarns with other guys. No pressure. No expectations.
This month’s speaker: Reuben Thorne
Former All Blacks captain Reuben Thorne earned 50 test caps for New Zealand and led at the highest level of world rugby.
Since finishing his playing days, Reuben has built coffee businesses, coached schoolboy rugby and helped run hospitality and entertainment ventures in Christchurch. His story goes beyond the jersey — sharing the realities of transitioning from elite sport into business, identity beyond performance, and finding your feet after the game.
A real yarn about leadership, resilience and backing yourself in the next chapter.
What’s in it for you:
-
Hear honest insights on leadership and life after professional sport
-
Pick up practical lessons you can apply in everyday life
-
Have relaxed one on one yarns with other men
-
Leave feeling motivated and more connected
The Way of The Yarns Men
-
Be a Good Bugger – Back your fellow Yarns Man, listen without judgment, treat everyone with respect.
-
Real Talk, No Bull – Honesty takes guts, and a good yarn goes both ways. Share your yarn and allow others to share theirs.
-
Give a Bit, Get a Bit – Share your wins, your struggles, and your time. You get back what you put in.
-
It Takes Guts to Be Real – Opening up isn’t weak, it’s brave. Dropping the mask makes for real connection.
-
Stay Curious, Keep an Open Mind – Every fella’s got a story. Ask questions, listen in, and share from your own experience.
Disclaimer: The Yarns Men aren't therapists. We're men who care. Our role is to create space for genuine conversations and social connections. Think of our yarns as tips and advice from a mate, a place to explore new ways of engaging in conversations and building social connections. We do not provide clinical guidance. If you need help finding support, reach out to Matthew.
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