Remember how in childhood, my mother put in a corner with the words: "Think about your behavior!". Often, modern civilization puts a person in such conditions under which he becomes dependent not only on various bad habits, but also on work, study, daily affairs and worries … And now he just can not stop and think, even if he is very tired. So, it's time to go to the club to relax, unwind, tidy up your body or even get rich spiritually.
What is a club?
In general, the word club appeared long before the opening of the first clubhouse. And if you look at such sources as the Dahl or Ozhegov dictionary, then, in addition to the modern meaning, they also describe the Old Russian definition of the word.
A club is a spherical thing, a round body, wound, prefabricated, composite. Examples: puffs of smoke, puffs of steam, club of wood, ball of thread.
Despite the fact that the word "club" in the modern sense has nevertheless come from the English "club", it is worth taking a closer look at the original Russian version. Indeed, if you think about it, the etymology of the ancient word “club” is quite similar to the modern concept. First, consider what the word today means.
A club is a place where people meet who have united on some basis. So, people can share common interests, nationality, professional characteristics.
And now let's recall one of the forms of club activity, such as a "circle". And you can also give an example of such combinations as the “hockey club team”, “the composition of the football club” and a host of other examples that combine the old Russian word “club” and the modern, which came from the west, “club”.
What are the clubs
Everyone needs a break from everyday activities. Only here is the very idea of leisure for everyone is different. One loves nightclubs and dances until the morning, another certainly needs downhill skiing or a bicycle, and the third just loves to read. And yet, everyone can find their club of interest.
However, do not forget about the clubs that gather people not at all for relaxation. It can be political, professional or social associations.
Clubs are needed, first of all, so that each person has the opportunity of self-realization in a circle of like-minded people. Club activities can also be aimed at sharing experiences. Such associations include, first of all, professionally oriented clubs.
Leisure clubs
- A nightclub is a public entertainment facility. To relax in such an institution most often does not require a permanent membership. A visit to a night club is always associated with high costs and, as a rule, occurs periodically, without reference to a certain regime.
- Interest clubs are various kinds of associations in which people gather in order to discuss any topics related to a hobby. Such can be considered: scientific clubs (historical, mathematical and others), needlework circles, collectors' associations, car enthusiasts. Meetings at interest clubs can be either regular or periodic. As a rule, this type of leisure is not associated with financial costs.
Professional organizations
- A political club is an association of people connected by common political convictions. The participants of such a club gather to discuss various projects with a view to their subsequent implementation in society. Members of a political club are usually not associated with political parties operating in the state, but, on the contrary, are aimed at combating the imperfection of the policies of the elected representatives.
- A business club is an association of people by professional affiliation in order to exchange experiences. Here new friends are made, useful contacts are established, and training events will be held.
- A sports club is an organization that unites professionals and sports enthusiasts. Members of a sports club, most often become permanent members of the club and disciplined attend training in accordance with the established regime. Sports associations include: team sports clubs, fitness centers, martial arts clubs and others. Visitors to amateur clubs are required to pay membership fees and the work of trainers. Members of professional associations participate in competitions and sports, thus replenishing the club's treasury.
