Good male example for kids

[Moneymachine]

Just wanted to get MN wisdom on this. I am by no means ready for a new relationship. But..
Kids are 5&8. Reason for break up was to do with my DH behaviour/abuse. They will see him regularly, not a lot though.

I am possibly overthinking, but I would like to make sure they see a good example of male behaviour over the years - how can I get a good balance? We have friends where there are dads etc but not a regular contact (feels too much to get in a way of other families)

May I ask how do you manage if you are in this situation?

It is good you have friends with Dads around. I bitterly regret living the old saying, "A boy needs a Father", I naively thought that meant, literally, The Father. I had a Dad, uncles, a brother, friends Dad's, all of whom could have been good role models. That masculine presence, deep voice, large body, different way of playing, physical, sporty. I wish and wish I had introduced my late son to all of them and not to his blood Father.

If any friend invites you to a play date in their home, take them up on it. Could you manage a sport club, swimming, football in the park?