A B O U T T H E C L U B I N D U S T R Y
The basics of the private club industry
What are private clubs?
A club is an association of people united by a common interest or goal. There are clubs devoted to hobbies and sports, social activities clubs, political and religious clubs, and so forth.
In private clubs, members pay a certain membership fee in order to be a part of, and enjoy the facilities of the club. Usually, many clubs are exclusive to members only. This makes their membership a privilege and a luxury.
Many club managers say that the main difference between a club and a hotel is that in a hotel, you may never get to see the same person twice. However, in a club, you get to meet the same people over and over. This allows you to build lasting relationships and become part of a larger family.
Photo from "The American Club"
The club industry in Hong Kong
Membership clubs have existed in Hong Kong since colonial times, and many are still alive and kicking today. Whether you’re into sport, sailing or wining and dining, you’re sure to find one that rings your particular bell. A lot of the larger, more popular clubs have attractive recreational facilities but they also tend to be accompanied by a lengthy waiting list for places and come at a price. Alternatively, there are smaller ones with fewer facilities who offer a host of activities and the opportunity to network and meet like-minded people.
- extracted from "Hong Kong Living"
Photo from "The Hong Kong Country Club"
The Club Managers' Association of Hong Kong
The Club Managers’ Association of Hong Kong provides professional support to participating Club Managers in Hong Kong by offering professional leadership development, facilitating networking opportunities, the sharing of best practices, and fulfilling the educational and related needs of its members.
"Our Association is a close network of professional Club Managers – many with years of experience and equally as many commencing their careers in this industry. We work closely with hospitality educators to ensure that we have a steady supply of your people wishing to start a career in Club Management. We meet regularly throughout the year for educational and networking opportunities for our Members. We have a great Association and we’re all proud of the important work we do."
Visit their website below!
https://cmahk.com.hk/
Thanks to these amazing Clubs for supporting us!
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club
The Hong Kong Club
The Hong Kong Cricket Club
The Kowloon Cricket Club
The Repulse Bay Hong Kong
Victoria Recreation Club