Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) communities of practice (CoP) have emerged as collaborative learning environments that unite people with a shared interest. However, forming and maintaining a successful SoTL CoP can be challenging, requiring careful planning and execution. As academics, we face various challenges in our teaching and learning practices, particularly in a discipline-focused environment in South Africa. Researching these challenges is the obvious path to finding answers. However, many academics are unsure where to start or how to conduct teaching and learning scholarship. As novice SoTL researchers, we established a SoTL CoP in 2021. We used Participatory Action Learning and Action Research (PALAR) principles to form and function as a CoP. After two years of successfully maintaining our SoTL CoP, we analysed the data gathered during our meetings. We identified two main themes: domain and community. With these themes in mind, we compiled recommendations for the successful formation and maintenance of a SoTL CoP. Implementing these recommendations will support the development of a collaborative and supportive environment for the advancement of SoTL practices. By prioritising these recommendations, a CoP can thrive, fostering a collaborative and cohesive community where members actively participate, share their expertise, and contribute to collective growth.