Sex club

In addition to sexual orientation, these smaller groups often stratify on specific criteria, e.g., men with beards or those who are interested in BDSM and kinks.

The first sex club of this type exclusively for African American gay men was Black Jack, started in 1986 by Alan Bell.

Additionally, most adult dating and swinger social networks often provide listings of sex clubs, resorts and events.

Most major cities in North America and Western Europe have sex clubs, many in a permanent location, but they often keep a low profile.

Off-Premises clubs are ones that allow for couples to meet and often dance or can socialize, but have no areas or rooms where any sexual activity can occur.

Some clubs organize events which cater to heterosexual couples or individuals, others to gay men or (rarely) lesbians, and others have no orientation policy.

Some sex clubs have formal membership and requirements that can include membership fees, showing proof of identity, attending a formal orientation, possibly providing STI test results or showing that one is part of a stable, long-term relationship and is attending with that partner (intended to minimize the number of single males or cheating husbands).

[5][6] Most swingers' clubs do not bar entrance into their facilities based on race, national origin, physical appearance or age.

Similarly, those individuals who seek to specifically exclude others they personally view as unattractive are often disappointed at many swingers' clubs because the patrons are not screened to their standards.

This desire by some has given rise to exclusive parties and clubs that exclude people based on looks or impose an upper age limit.

There are hundreds of sex clubs in the United States, ranging from ongoing house parties and meet-up groups to fully licensed businesses.

[7] Most sex clubs in the U.S. and Canada do not serve alcohol because of restrictive state requirements associated with a liquor license, but some allow customers to bring their own.