You do not need to engage to become a member, some act more like a social club, although the opportunity to interact will be present. Most lifestyle clubs are members-only and many are also invite-only. Lifestyle clubs are open to a private network of consensual adults who are looking to share in some sort of erotic activity.

Venues cater to different people and sexual preferences and memberships, event tickets and cover charges vary from club to club. Each club varies in entertainment, clothing (or clothing optional) guidelines and general rules of practice. They are designed sex-positive, safe spaces for people to engage in specified sexual activities. Sex clubs are venues that are open to the public, have a reserved entry specifically for members, or are invitation-only.