Standing Shoulder to Shoulder Again

Shield Wall – a veterans’ social club in Germany focused on retreats, counseling, and practical programs.

Many of us left the military but still miss the feeling of standing in a line with people we trust. Shield Wall is being built as a modern “shield wall” for veterans: a nonprofit community where we look out for one another, meet regularly, and have each other’s backs.

Retreats Counseling Programs & Workshops Social Events

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Shield Wall – inspired by the old shield line: each person protected by the others, no one left exposed.

About Shield Wall

Shield Wall is a nonprofit veterans’ club being founded in Germany, structured similarly to a German sports or golf club (eingetragener Verein).

Our focus is simple and practical:

Retreats – time away from the noise to reset, reflect, and reconnect.
Counseling & Peer Support – partners and peers who understand military life.
Programs & Training – from resilience and stress management to outdoor activities, golf, and nature-based work.

We are not a political organization. We are here to build community, stability, and brotherhood/sisterhood among veterans and their families.

Our Main Pillars

Everything we do rests on three core pillars. You don’t have to join everything – you join where you need support.

Retreats & Time-Outs

Short and multi-day retreats in nature, combining rest, reflection, and structured activities.

Weekend and long-weekend retreats
Nature walks, hiking, and golf days
Simple, clear frameworks
Space for quiet, not just talking

Nature Reset Brotherhood

Counseling & Support

A mix of professional partners and peer-based support circles – veterans helping veterans.

1:1 and small-group formats
PTSD, transition, family stress, moral injury
Cooperation with therapists & counselors
Clear boundaries, confidentiality, and respect

Counseling Peer Support No one fights alone

Programs & Community

Ongoing programs that give structure and keep veterans connected in everyday life.

Regular meetups and social events
Workshops (stress, relationships, finances, work)
Golf & outdoor activities as healthy outlets
Opportunities to serve and mentor others

Structure Service Belonging

Membership & Who It’s For

Who can join?

Shield Wall is intended primarily for:

U.S. veterans living in Germany
Allied veterans living in Germany
Spouses and partners of veterans (associate members)
Trusted civilian supporters in selected roles

We are building the club carefully and deliberately. Quality over quantity. If you want to simply complain about the world, this is not the place. If you want to stand shoulder to shoulder again and do the work of rebuilding life after service – you are welcome.

How membership will work

Nonprofit structure under German law
Annual membership fee (kept reasonable)
Clear statutes, bylaws, and transparent finances
Members’ assembly and elected board – like a German sports club

In the start-up phase we are collecting names of interested veterans who want to help shape the culture, programs, and first retreats.

Contact & Interest List

We are currently in the founding phase. If you are interested in joining, supporting, or simply staying informed about Shield Wall, please get in touch.

Founders’ Contact - Blain & David

Shield Wall

Veterans Club · Germany

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blainbertrand@gmail.com
+49 171 2866186
david.hilton1776@gmail.com
+49 151 61647904

You can also reach out directly if you know one of the founders personally.