Manhattan’s Private Clubs Offer a New Social Lifeline to Remote Workers

Manhattan’s booming private club scene offers remote workers new social and professional networking opportunities. With over a dozen clubs opening since 2003, these spaces provide alternatives to traditional offices.

Manhattan’s Private Clubs Offer a New Social Lifeline to Remote Workers

Members-only clubs are popping up across Manhattan, providing an alternative social hub and workspace as New Yorkers are spending less time in the office.

More than a dozen membership clubs have opened in the borough since 2003, including at least nine within the past three years, according to Zack Bates, chief executive of consulting company Private Club Marketing. Most charge $5,000 or less in annual dues, plus a smaller sign-up fee, though those at the top end can charge considerably more. Aman New York, a private club affiliated with the luxury hotel on Fifth Avenue that is opening in August, requires a $100,000 initiation fee and yearly dues of $15,000.

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