members club

Private social group

A members club is a private establishment that restricts entry to enrolled members rather than the public.

Traditional gentlemen's clubs in London operate this way, as do country clubs and social clubs.

The membership model creates exclusivity and often requires sponsorship or application: The rooftop bar is a members club—you need to know someone to get in.

Also spelled member's club or members' club.

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Opposites
access restriction

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Licensed drinking establishment

community center · public space · drop-in center · public park · open bar

social exclusivity

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Rundown, cheap drinking spot

street corner · town square

organizational structure

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Spontaneous informal athletic contest

flash mob

Family

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