Swingers clubs, also known as sex or adult lifestyle clubs, are organised groups which engage in sex and sexually related activities.
Sex clubs differ from brothels in that patrons only engage in sex acts with one another, not with sex workers, and often take place in private residences or rented locations to avoid legal issues. Formal clubs with specified locations operate with membership fees and often require patrons to provide sexual health screening tests, proof of identity and proof of relationship status.
Traditional swingers clubs have many rooms, some with windows where voyeurs can watch other patrons having sex. Other areas may have spas, large beds or couches with bondage equipment and social spaces for couples to mingle. Australia has a broad range of swingers clubs, with some geared towards couples and others targeted at single females. Most heterosexual establishments do not allow single men, but a growing number of gay and bisexual sex clubs are springing up nationwide.
Red Light Australia estimate around seven swingers events are held in Sydney every weekend, with clubs like Bondi Swingers allowing admission on an elite aesthetic basis determined on looks, weight and age.
The film 'Eyes Wide Shut' featured a storyline about 'Swingers'. Most major cities across Australia, North America and Europe have exclusive swingers clubs, which are open to the public but generally keep a low profile. Typically clubs do not advertise to the general public, but focus their marketing on forums like the Swingers Social Network, swingers sites and adult entertainment publications.
