"Swinging" can be defined as freely engaging in social and sexual intercourse with someone other than your spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend, excluding dating. Many people call it recreational or social sex. "Swinging" may occur at a swing party, a foursome between two couples, a discreet rendezvous, or between a couple and single for a threesome. Although many single men and women are involved, the majority of active swingers are couples.
"Swingers" can be found in every race and profession. All levels of education and ethnicities are present. Most swingers, however, are Caucasian, middle to upper middle socio-economic class, and married. Both married and unattached "swingers" often tend to be venturous, sophisticated, and social creatures. Most single women who join swing clubs find them to be a revitalizing substitute for the usual bar scene.
"Bi Women" or "Bisexual Women" are becoming more and more common in The Lifestyle. While the popularity of "Bi Men" is also growing, it is growing at a much slower pace and heterosexuals are still the primary type of swingers in The Lifestyle.