There are memberships to a range of products and services -- and then there are exclusive memberships. This collection focuses on the latter to show how creating a carefully curated group of individuals with similar interests make them feel even more privileged. This sense of privilege is what makes such exclusive memberships so enticing.
Although a simple concept, by sticking to stringent guidelines, these exclusive memberships ensure a level of quality and mystery that keeps them incredibly relevant in different societies. This sense of exclusivity is able to extend into a variety of industries as well. From members-only coffee bars to social betterment groups and even boutique gyms, there is one for every interest out in the world. As limiting as such memberships may seem, there's a flexibility to them that is incredibly beneficial.
14 Examples of Exclusive Memberships
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Scholarly Boutique Gyms
The Library Gym is Transforming Training into an Upscale Activity
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Art-Centric Social Clubs
The Norwood Club in Chelsea Brings Together the Creative Elite of NYC
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Rapper-Founded Members Clubs
The Sher Club is a Private Members Only Club Founded by Drake
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Luxury Plane Memberships
This Luxurious Residence is Giving Homeowners Time on a Private Jet
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Indulgent Eyewear Memberships
The Monocle Order's Memebership Program is Heaven for Glass Hunters
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Boutique Coworking Facilities
East Room is a Design-Focused Creative Membership Club in Toronto
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Luxury Members-Only Cinemas
iPic Theaters is a Chain of Upscale, Membership-Based Cinemas
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Luxury Credit Memberships
Magnises Credit Card is Designed for Youthful Age Groups
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Invitation-Only Arts Associations
The Battery is a Chic Members-Only Club in San Francisco
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Social Betterment Groups
Ivy Club Members Take Pride in Being Leaders in Thought & Innovation
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Members-Only Airlines
Beacon Service Introduces Subscription-Based Travel for Frequent Fliers
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Experiential Rewards Programs
Holt Renfrew Icon Privileges Earns Experiences Rather Than Points
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Members-Only Coffee Bars
This North London Coffee Shop Sits Within a Coworking Club
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Members-Only Flight Clubs
Beacon Makes Exclusive Semi-Private Flights Between New York and Boston
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Exclusive Nightlife Apps
The Members-Only InList App Highlights the World's Hottest Nightlife
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Monthly Goodwill Memberships
CharitySub Makes Supporting Urgent Causes Easy
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Exclusive Campus Networks
The College-Only Speakiesy App Can Be Used at SXSW 2015
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Amphibious Private Jets
This Personal Airplane Can Fold into a Trailer and is Spin-Resistant
Luxurious Hotel Aricrafts
The Four Seasons Private Jet is Taking Hospitality to New Heights
Hybrid Flying Machines
This Helicopter-Jet Fusion Makes Luxe Travel More Efficient
Compact Portable Offices
This Mobile Office Allows You to Conduct Meetings Anywhere on the Road
Wristworn Water Bottles
The Wrist Drink Band Offers Hands-Free Hydration
Virtual Workout Systems
The RhinoBoss Virtual is a Versatile At-Home Workout
Velour Hip Hop Fashion
The Latest OVO Lookbook Highlights Comfy and Pastel-Hued Styles
Sharing Theory Books
Shareology Investigates the History, Power and Strategies of Human Connection
Precious Metal Credit Cards
Mastercards' Pure + Solid Luxury Credit Cards Are Made with Real Metal
Opulent Wearable Technology
Swarovski for Samsung Collection is Meant for Fashion Mavens
Contemporary Boutique Gyms
1Rebel in London is a Former Office Turned Theatrical Luxury Gym
Art-Centric Social Clubs
The Norwood Club in Chelsea Brings Together the Creative Elite of NYC
Luxury Launch Apps
The VeryFirstTo App Announces All of the Latest Luxury Launches
Enchanting Garden Pop-Ups
The Comfort Intense Garden Showcases the Brand's New Fragrances
Hybrid Cafe Film Studios
Spreadhouse Coffee in NYC Also Houses a Film Production Lab
Californian Co-Working Spaces
Impact Hub Oakland Fosters Social Entrepreneurship
Airport-Themed Fashion Shows
The Chanel Spring 2016 Show Featured Ticket Booths & Baggage Handlers
Revealing Face Scanner Apps
The Google Glass App NameTag Reveals Details
Quirky Bespectacled Workplaces
The Leo Burnett Moscow Office Features a Giant Pair of Glasses
Luxury Lifestyle Apps
The Quintessentially Lifestyle App Has Perks for Members and Non-Members
Pop Culture Selfie Apps
Show Your Disney Side Turns Fans into Their Favorite Characters
Aggressively Accessorized Editorials
The Harper's Bazaar Korea Poppy Love Photoshoot is Adorned
Luxury Business Travel Services
St Heliers House of Travel Arranges Home Consultations with Agents
Skinny Sustainable Wallets
Slim Sleeve by Bellroy Boasts a Quick Draw Pocket for Two Cards
Boutique Coworking Facilities
East Room is a Design-Focused Creative Membership Club in Toronto
Color-Enhancing Sunglasses
EnChroma Sunglasses are the First Lenses That Don't Block Color
Virtual Reality Airlines
Qantas and Samsung Collaborate to Offer Virtual Reality in the Air
Shuttle Bus Workouts
The Mobile Gym Brings the Workout to You
Mobile Digital Wallets
CU Wallet is a Hi-Tech Credit Union Commerce Tool Targeting Millenials
Payment-Enabling Rewards Systems
Pay with Rewards is a Digital Innovation for MasterCard Holders
Invitation-Only Arts Associations
The Battery is a Chic Members-Only Club in San Francisco
Interactive Donor Posters
The Social Swipe Poster by Misereor Accepts Credit Card Donations
Private Jet Service Apps
JetSmarter is an Uber for Private Jets That Lets Users Book Fast Flights
Luxe Ski Bunny Accessories
The Alexander Wang x Linda Farrow Sunglasses are a Chic Necessity
Rockstar Party Clubs
Christian Audigier's Designer Club Helps Clubbers Party Like Rockstars
Luxury Aircraft Services
Aviation Platform JetMe Functions Like Uber But For Privately Owned Jets
Branded Fitness Communities
The Nike Training Club Connects Like-Minded People in a Healthy Way
Family Flying Cabins
Thomson Airways Aims to Make Family Travel More Comfortable
Hip Multidisciplinary Hubs
The Kinfolk Studios Family Have Created A Creative Hub in Brooklyn
Wearable Money Managers
Token by Artefact Tracks Financial Information and Spending
MOD Revival Spectacles
The Lunettes Kollektion Spring/Summer 2013 Eyewear Line is 60s-Inspired
Social Warming Stations
Hive's Bus Shelter Ad Trades Tweets for Heat
Social Betterment Groups
Ivy Club Members Take Pride in Being Leaders in Thought & Innovation
House-Sharing Workspaces
Hoffice Transforms Private Homes into Temporary Coworking Spaces
Futuristic Flying Cabins
The BAE Systems' IntelliCabin System Revolutionizes Flying Economy
Wearable Personal Trainers
This Fitness Tracking Service Integrates Wristbands and Audio Feedback
Hybrid Yoga Cafes
Toronto's Yogaville Pairs Classes for Relaxation with Treats
Repurposed Dance Halls
The Former Valencia in Copenhagen is Revived as Offices
Members-Only Airlines
Beacon Service Introduces Subscription-Based Travel for Frequent Fliers
Technicolor Poolside Clubs
The Matisse Beach Club Offers a Rainbow-Themed Getaway
Private Business Traveler Abodes
The Airbnb Business Travel Program Provides Private Accomodations
Pointy-Lensed Shades
The Issey Miyake Conical Sunglasses Stand Out From the Rest
Artisan Cocktail Subscriptions
Cocktail Courier by ShakeStir Delivers Party Supplies in NYC
Cryptocurrency Credit Cards
The Xapo Debit Card Makes Paying with Bitcoins Much Easier
Nitrogen-Chilled Coffee
The NBHD Neanderthal Cafe Chills Its Iced Coffee Drinks with Nitrogen
Subterranean Theaters
The Rotherhithe Shaft is Being Incorporated Into an Underground Theater
Bearded Matchmaking Research
These Gillette Dating Statistics Take Advantage of Tinder's Big Data
Fashion Messaging Campaigns
Burberry's Luxury Fashion Campaign Makes Use of WeChat
One-for-One Wooden Eyeglasses
Anni Shades Plants a Tree for Every Pair Sold
Sliding Wall Offices
The Kinematix Office's Sliding Partition Walls Make It Adaptable
Hi-Tech Workout Gear
Athos is a Line that Senses the Activity Inside of Muscle Fibers
Rewarding Punch Card Apps
The Pirq App is Like a Digital Punch Card for Finding Local Deals
Social Entrepreneur Coworking Spaces
'co.lab' is a New Venture in the Philippines
Rapper-Curated Art Selections
A New Spread in CR Fashion Book Features Kanye West as Curator
Social Sci-Fi Fan Clubs
Orphan Black's Clone Club is an Organized Way for Fans of the Show to Chat
Auctioned Airline Upgrades
AirBerlin's Exquisite Program Lets Travelers Bid for Flight Upgrades
Wacky Cartoon Adventurer Shades
The Adventure Time Sunglasses Showcase Finn and Jake
Canadian Rapper Fashions
This OVO x Roots Canada October Varsity Jacket is a Limited Release
Floor-to-Ceiling Theater Screens
Cinemark’s 50,000 NextGen Theater Will Host a Huge XD Auditorium
Global Run Clubs
Nike Elevates Its Running Program to Offer a Variety of Training Options
Digital Boxing Gloves
The Puncho Tracks the Strength of Its User and Shares Stats Through an App
Temporary Streaming Apps
The Meerkat App Brings Live-Streaming Video to Twitter
Digital Pizza Payments
Domino’s Pizza’s Ordering App is Now Accepting Google Wallet Payments
Indie Bike-In Theaters
Indywood in NOLA Offers Bike-In Cinema Screenings Around the City
Business Jet Memberships
Flight-Sharing Company 'Rise' is Changing Corporate Travel
Immersive Theater Seats
4DX Motion Seating Makes Viewers Feel Part of a Film
Soccer Fan Chat Apps
The INPLAY Football Messenger App is Like WhatsApp For Soccer Fans
Dog-Friendly Social Clubs
New York's Ruff Club Lets Pet Owners Mingle With Man's Best Friend
Thematic Movie Menus
New York's Nitehawk Cinema Coordinates Food and Movie Choices
Reversed Travel-Booking Platforms
iTravey Brings the Best Travel Deals to Your Fingertips
Smart Weightlifting Mirrors
The SmartSpot Device Tracks and Recognizes Different Exercises
Three-Storey Movie Screens
This Big Theater Screen in Idaho Spans 62 Feet in Width Alone
Rapper-Curated Event Soundtracks
The Drake for Sotheby's Soundtrack is Sure to Be a Hit
VIP Nightlife Apps
Eve Tab is a City App That Connects You with the Hottest Nightlife
Social Flight Apps
The Quicklet Air Travel App Now Lets You Facebook Creep Fellow Passengers
Private Jet Upgrades
This Frequent-Flyer Program Allows Members to Book a Seat on a Private Jet
On-Demand Hotel Apps
The Ritz-Carlton Hotels & Resorts Mobile Hotel App Redefines Luxury Service
Life-Saving Social Campaigns
The Red Cross' Like for Life Uses Instagram to Demonstrate CPR
Orderly Flight Apps
Travel Pal Uses Beacon Technology to Streamline the Travel Process
Exclusive Membership Subscriptions
These Subscription Programs Cater to Elite Customer Groups
Spanish Immersion Programs
El Hueco Supports Entrepreneurs Interested in Latin America and Spain
Dining Cinema Seats
The Movie Theater Seats at the 'Movie Tavern' Provide Folding Trays for Food
Cannabis Movie Screenings
Flow Kana Hosted a Film Night Where People Could Get High in the Theater
Surprise Rapper Mixtapes
Drake Secretly Releases 'If You're Reading This It's Too Late'
Inclusive Sports Clubs
iDID Adventure Fosters Equality No Matter Class or Able-Bodiedness
Instant Cash Travel Programs
The Orbitz Rewards Program Gives Back Money Instantly
User-Friendly Flight Apps
Concept for a New Turkish Airlines App Would Be Intuitive to Navigate
Lennon-Inspired Shades
These Cutler & Gross Sunglasses Look Worthy of the Beatles
Gamified Rewards Programs
Taco Bell's New Consumer Loyalty Program Will Operate as a Game
Foodie-Focused Social Networks
Loblaws' President's Choice Discoveries Platform Stuns Food Fans
Nike Run Clubs
Nike+ Gridlock Runners Ensures People Stay Motivated and Fit
Mobile Meal-Sharing Communities
A Dinner Party App Brings Neighbors Together for Home-Cooked Food
Hip-Hop Yoga Classes
Y7 Studio Boasts a Soundtrack Featuring Drake, Beyonce and Jay-Z
Customized Profile Picture Upgrades
The #PimpMyProfile Coors Campaign Upgraded User Photos
Vintage Supper Club Concerts
The Copacabana Supper Club Concert Series Will Enthrall Tampa Bay
Rap Anthem Petitions
Jazz Cartier's Petition Urges the Replacement of the Canadian National Anthem
Tourist Simulator Billboards
This Travel Marketing Stunt Gives a Real-Time Tour of NYC
Local Socialization Apps
In Partnership with Austin Blogs, Qork is the Ultimate SXSW Guide
Surprise Valentine's Proposals
WestJet Helped Two Torontonians Pull Off a Romantic Proposal
Car Servicing Restaurants
The Kent & Co Wine Bar Doubles as an Auto Repair Shop
First Class Tour Apps
Virgin Atlantic Airways Launches Augmented Reality Planeview App
Shared Economy Meal Plans
Muchery Offers Home-Delivered Meals at an Affordable Price
Roving Theater Trucks
This Portable Cinema Delivery Truck Took a Movie to the People
Analytic Health Apps
Big Data App MediDash Wins the Philips' HealthSuite Digital Hackathon
Dreamy Rapper Films
Drake Releases His Film 'Jungle' Sans New Music
Reassuring Flight Apps
ANA's Takeoff Mode App Quells the Fear of Flying
Online Booking Platforms
This App Lets Customers Book Appointments Online with Small Businesses
Animal Airline Terminals
'The Ark' at the JFK Airport Will Serve as a New Animal Terminal
Takeout Loyalty Programs
The Pei Wei My Wei Dining Rewards Program is Ideal for Frequent Foodies
Digized Loyalty Programs
P.F. Chang's New Customer Rewards Program is Entirely Digital
Travel Perk Social Clubs
The Grace List Aims to Make Love and Business Connections
Boutique Social Memberships
NYC's Parlor Social Club Celebrates Fashion, Tech and Gourmet Cuisine
Restaurant-Reserving Apps
The Resy App Helps You Cut the Line at Popular Restaurants
Interactive Rapper Fonts
This Website Features the Font on the Cover of Drake's Surprise Mixtape
Spontaneous Flight Apps
The Corner App Finds Flights Based on Destination or Price
Rockstar Tequila Ads
This Jose Cuervo Commercial is Supported by the Rolling Stones
Loyalty-Testing ATMs
FNB's Machines Encourage Non-Customers to Switch Banks at a Critical Moment
Charitable Beer Fundraisers
This Craft Beer Event Raised Money for Not-for-Profit Autism Speaks
Familial Safety Videos
TAM Airlines' Safety Videos Star Travelers' Loved Ones
Canadian Fitness Memberships
ClassPass Toronto Partners with Boutique Studios for Versatility
Gathering-Organizing Apps
The Meetup App Helps You Find Where Your Groups are Getting Together
Localizing App Services
This Live Translation Platform Lets App-Developers Review Their Content