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These 7 private Toronto clubs are super exclusive and here's how much the memberships cost

There are some seriously cool perks. 👀

A room at The Albany. Right: Champagne and oysters at Clio.

If you're interested in joining a private club in Toronto , it can cost more than a pretty penny to gain access to some of the elite, elegant and exclusive hangouts.

Membership fees for private clubs in Toronto start in the hundreds and go up to tens of thousands of dollars, but they afford you some seriously cool perks that you're unlikely to find anywhere else in the city.

If you do have enough money to foot the bill for the cost of membership, keep in mind that there are other factors at play as to whether or not you can join such as application approval or whether or not you get invited to join.

Take a look at seven private clubs in Toronto , how much it'll cost you to join them and what exactly you're getting for your considerable investment.

How much is a Clio membership in Toronto?

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Price: A membership at Clio Toronto costs $1,500 in annual dues as well as a $250 initiation fee.

Address: 600 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1M38

Why You Need To Go: Nestled in the heart of King West, Clio describes itself as an evolved private social club that is meticulously curated to foster meaningful connections and fuel new pursuits.

In a space that used to be a garment factory, you can now find swanky lounges, a delicious Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, a bar, a rooftop terrace that's perfect for sipping beverages as well as an art gallery and private spaces that are seriously chic.

Clio Toronto's website

How much does it cost to join The Boulevard Club Toronto?

Price: For a lifetime membership at the Boulevard Club, fees start at $31,000 plus taxes as well as monthly dues which start at $293.

Address: 1491 Lake Shore Blvd. W, Toronto, ON M6K 3C2

Why You Need To Go: Although it does have a steep fee, Boulevard offers many services with time-honoured traditions and exemplary service as well as athletics programs for all ages and abilities.

"Our unique private club experience includes a full-service marina, a variety of dining options, a picturesque setting for wedding and events, as well as golf, skiing, and reciprocal club privileges around the world," says the club.

The Boulevard Club's website

How much is an Adelaide Club membership?

Price: A membership at Adelaide Club starts at $147 per month.

Address: 1 First Canadian Place Toronto, ON M5X 1C8

Why You Need To Go: The Adelaide Club is an athletic club that features multiple fitness spaces and studios for working out and mindfulness as well as a health clinic and working space where you can either chill out and relax or do a bit of work before you get your sweat on.

At their WorkHUB, you can order a variety of beverages like coffee, cold-pressed juices, seltzers and alcohols as well as light bites like salads and breakfast jars.

Members of the Adelaide Club also get reciprocals at the Toronto Athletic Club and The Cambridge Club.

Adelaide Club's website

How much is a National Yacht Club membership?

Price: A membership at National Yacht Club varies depending on age and what kind of membership you choose. For a social membership, it costs $534.50 in dues as well as a $100 initiation fee. If you have a boat that's 24' x 8', your total for one year of membership which includes swing mooring is $6,724 if you're over 50 — if you're under 50, that price drops to $48,62. If your boat needs docking, membership for a a 25' x 8' boat will cost $14,392.

Address: 1 Stadium Road Toronto, ON M5V 3H4

Why You Need To Go: If you love being on the water, this boating community at the foot of Bathurst might be the right fit for you. It offers a spot to dock, moor or store your vesseel year round as well as dining, a beautiful patio and free parking on-site.

National Yacht Club's website

How much is a Soho House membership?

Price: If you are under 27 years old, a yearly membership fee for Soho House Toronto costs $1,150.00. If you are over 27, a yearly membership costs $1,875.00.

Address: Bishop's Building, 192 Adelaide St. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: With locations all over the world, you'll feel like you're part of a global community at the swanky Toronto location in the city’s historic Bishop’s Block neighbourhood.

"Housed in a building that once played host to one of Toronto’s first hotels, the club features a rooftop bar with views of downtown and the islands, a members-only restaurant, music and events programming, and a collection of contemporary art," says the club.

Soho House's website

How much is an Albany Club membership?

Price: If you live in or own a business in Toronto and are between the ages of 30 to 35, a yearly membership costs between $1,764 - $2,942 in annual dues in addition to a $1,650 entrance fee. If you are 36 or older, the annual due is $3,262 and the entrance fee is $2,300

Address: 91 King Street East, Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Albany Club was established in 1882 by Sir John A. McDonald and his friends and supporters, so there's lots of history to soak up at the location where Canadian Conservatives come to connect.

It's the only remaining politically-minded private club in the country and features places to dine, work, relax and connect with other professionals and business leaders.

Albany Club's website

How much is a The Royal Canadian Yacht Club membership?

Price: Undisclosed

Address: 141 St. George Street, Toronto, and 2 Chippewa Ave. on the Toronto Islands

Why You Need To Go: Recognized as one of the premier private clubs in Toronto, RCYC is one of the most exclusive clubs in the city and is a spot for excellence in competitive sailing and sports like squash, badminton, tennis and lawn bowling.

"Whether you’re an experienced sailor or looking to learn the ropes, our Club offers camaraderie on and off the water," says the club.

The St. George location has fitness centres, an indoor heated pool, squash courts as well as dining experiences.

For the island location, enjoy a private ferry where you can take part in sailing, dining, tennis, outdoor swimming, junior programs, lawn bowling and other activities.

"When the sun sets, experience a magical atmosphere with an unrivalled view of the Toronto skyline as it becomes illuminated at night," they say.

Don't forget to follow the dress code !

The Royal Canadian Yacht Club's website

These prices are confirmed at the time of publishing, but they can change at any time. Taxes and fees may not be included.

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

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Three private clubs for your summer in the city

May 24, 2016
By Jeremy Freed

If you want to get outdoors this season without schlepping to the cottage, you’re in luck: Toronto’s private clubs make for pretty perfect summer staycations. Below, we narrow the list down to three that come with loads of outdoor and indoor activities. Though the initiation fees may be steep, it’s still way cheaper than that property on Lake Muskoka.

The Boulevard Club

~ A paradise for boaters and non-boaters alike ~

When is a yacht club not a yacht club? When it’s a quick hop from the financial district and features spin classes, two pools and an indoor basketball court. You’ll find the Boulevard Club on the shores of Lake Ontario between High Park and the CNE. And yes, you can park your yacht there (there’s a waiting list for the privilege), but that’s really only part of the story.

Founded in 1905 as the Parkdale Canoe Club, this member-owned club has evolved into a family-friendly getaway in downtown Toronto. In fact, children make up a quarter of its 4,000-strong membership. As such, it offers a huge array of kids’ programming, from sailing to karate, as well as supervised kids-only activity spaces.

“We have a myriad of both land-based and water-based activities, which sets us apart from most clubs,” says Tony Reyes, club president and a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP. Thanks to a recent $14-million addition, the club now boasts 10 outdoor tennis courts (eight are bubbled in the winter), five indoor badminton courts, a full-service spa, and more than 40 group exercise classes per week, like Aquafit and Zumba.

The fine print : If you want a solo membership, the initiation fee is $19,500, with monthly dues of $225. To make your spouse and children (under 13) members, the initiation fee rises to $28,500 plus $337 a month.

The six-lane indoor pool at the Boulevard Club

The club also offers year-round tennis plus private lessons

A look at the Boulevard Club’s scenic, amenity-loaded clubhouse

The Cricket Skating & Curling Club

~ A haven for the sports junkie ~

Cricket, anyone? Yeah, we don’t understand the rules either. If cricket isn’t your jam, members of this club , at the 401 and Avenue Road, can also curl, go figure skating, play squash and enjoy the indoor pool (complete with retractable roof), so you’re bound to find a new way to embrace your inner athlete.

“In the summertime, it’s like having a cottage in the city — without any of the regular weekend traffic headaches,” says Matthew Cameron, a member of the club and an associate at Stikeman Elliott LLP. He and his wife Jennifer Hefler, a lawyer at the Competition Bureau, value the club for its family-friendly atmosphere and array of kids’ programming. “The club’s daycare service also provides us parents an opportunity to swim, play squash or work out.”

And the club keeps changing. A recent renovation added a whack of new activities, from a new yoga studio to a HIIT (high intensity interval training) gym. The club offers over 100 weekly exercise classes. And of course there’s always cricket — the rules of which the club’s team members would be only too happy to teach you. The fine print : Initiation fees for a single adult (from 35 to 59) cost $19,800 plus annual dues of $2,570. If your spouse joins with you, the initiation fee for him or her would be $13,200. (The cost is cheaper for anyone outside this age range.) There are no initiation fees for children ages 18 and under.

This legendary field, in play since 1827, is one of the city’s oldest places to play cricket

Inside one of nine squash courts at the club

The Island Yacht Club

~A family-friendly cottage in the city~

Take that, Johnny Depp and Richard Branson — now us normal folk can have our own private island, too. Sort of, anyway. Located on Muggs Island (just east of Hanlan’s Point), the Island Yacht Club has been a getaway for city dwellers since the 1960s. Under new ownership since 2015, it now has an alliance with the Spoke Club — so members get $500 off the annual dues at the exclusive social club at Bathurst and King, replete with its own art gallery and mini movie theatre — which is attracting a new generation of urbanites.

Open from May through October, this yacht club has two clay tennis courts, a volleyball court and a heated outdoor pool. Its modern clubhouse (which members can rent for special events) has two dining areas, a full-service kitchen and a library lounge complete with a fireplace.

“We’re seeing more and more younger members with families join the club, with many taking an interest in our social events,” says David Moscovitz, long-time member and semi-retired lawyer, who spent much of his career at Goodman and Carr and Dentons Canada LLP. “Then a lot of these people, because they’re new members, start thinking, Well, maybe I’d like a boat .”

When it was founded, in the anti-Semitism-ridden 1950s, the club was one of the sole places for Jewish sailors in the city. And it’s always been a tight-knit group. These days, it has fewer than 200 members, making it intimate — but by no means exclusive. Programming like live music nights, a three-kilometre walking/running trail and a shuttle boat that can bring non-sailing members to Centre Island — a scenic getaway best known for its amusement park for children — means there are plenty of options to keep busy on dry land. That is, until you get your boat. The fine print : To join on your own will cost $750 up front and $2,000 a year, while a family membership will set you back $1,000 in an initiation fee and $2,700 a year. For a membership that includes docking space for a yacht, the initiation fees start at $5,000 (plus up to $4,000 in annual dues).