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History of Swinging

The first trace of an action we consider Swinging has been found in the 16th century. There is written evidence that a formal arrangement was signed by John Dee and his wife Jane with Edward Kelley and his wife Joanna in 1587, whereby conjugal relations would be shared between the men and their spouses. The first “Swingers Community” set up in Prague in the 17th century. Temporary spouse-trading was commonly advocated and practised among occultists and alchemists in Bohemia. It is proven that the Frankists establish similar ceremonies in Greece in the mid-18th century. The Donmeh (cult) now converted the Shabbatain Purim into an annual orgy, when members exchanged spouses for a ceremony called ‘extinguishing the lights … Once a year, during the Doenmes’ annual ‘Sheep holiday’, the candles are put out in the course of a dinner which is attended by orgies and the ceremony of the exchange of wives.”

Swingers in the 20th century

According to Terry Gould’s Book The Lifestyle, modern noncultic swinging began among Air Force pilots and their wives during World War II. and during the Korean War. The mortality rate of pilots was high. The author reports that a close bond arose between pilots, with the implication that husbands would care for all the wives as their own, emotionally and sexually, if the husbands were away or lost. By the time the Korean War ended, with the help of articles in newspapers and reports on radio swinging made its way from the military to the suburbs. The media  simply dubbed the wife-swapping phenomenon.

The Sexual Freedom League became the first swingers’ organization. Founded in 1960 in Berkeley, CA by a student named Robert McGinley, it soon turned into an umbrella organization called the North American Swing Club Association – NASCA (now NASCA International) which was formed to disseminate information about swinging across the U.S. Today swinging is accepted as a lifestyle and practiced by appr. 4 million Americans. But wife-swapping was not only en vogue in the United States. Society in the United Kingdom experienced the proliferation of “wife swapping” groups in the 70s too.

The history of the word “swinging” has evolved with society. Originally deemed “wife swapping,” swinging was anything but, and in fact empowered the female. Over time “wife swapping” changed to “swinging”, and recently to “lifestyle.” By definition swinging, is non-monogamous sexual activity, often treated as a social activity, that can be experienced as a couple. Swinging has matured into a much more selective and lifestyle driven process in modern society. Today’s swingers enjoy the luxury of meeting new playmates in a wide variety of methods. Swingers clubs and lifestyle groups, swinger dating websites, private house parties and hotel takeover parties are just a few of the avenues couples in the lifestyle are able to meet and enjoy other swingers in their area.
People who swing come from all economic tiers of society, from every job classification, race and nationality. But the majority are Caucasian and married. Swingers tend to be adventuresome, emotionally mature and have excellent relationships with their mates and friends. Single women involved in the lifestyle are affectionately called Unicorns for their rarity. In the past, there have been very few women swingers, this has changed however, with the increase of sexual boldness and independence of modern women. Bisexuality plays a great role in the lifestyle of a swinging woman, and with the versatility it brings to their sexual expression, the greater reward they reap in enjoyment.

Recent statistics show that 20% of all married Americans swing, and 90% of swingers are married. Most couples that enter the swinging lifestyle do so not because their relationship isn’t working, but just the opposite. The couples already boast a strong foundation in trust, understanding, communication and love. Swinging allows them to explore sexual and emotional feelings together, thus taking cheating and infidelity out of the relationship. It must be understood that swinging is not a band-aid for a bad relationship, and will likely destroy one that is not strong enough to support the lifestyle.

Often there is concern that swinging might be unsafe and at high risk for catching sexually transmitted diseases. This is not true whatsoever, as swingers are able to enjoy sexual freedom by practicing and preaching safe sex. Reports have shown that swingers clubs and are not high risk areas for STD. Most swingers are prepared with their own contraceptives, while almost every on-premise swingers club or offers condoms.

For anyone interested in swinging your choices of how to get involved are nearly limitless. Unlike the antiquated swinger publications, swinger websites have bridged the gap and made meeting other swingers quick, easy and as anonymous as you’d like. Your first step in finding swingers in your area is to create a personal ad. Muah.com offers this service and provides members with the ability to search other swinger ads, filter your preferences and interact via a live video chat room. Many times members will post private parties or events in the forum for any local swingers to attend. Private parties and club events is an excellent way to meet many other swingers in a short period of time, and in a relaxed no-pressure environment. However, admission to these events are usually limited to club members and for first-timers admission can be quite expensive. Making friends through a swinger site will help facilitate the relationships that open doors to many local lifestyle opportunities. Local clubs frequently have meet and greets for new members, and will host events to entice higher membership. Whichever method you decide is best suited for you, just remember to have fun and always put your partner first and foremost.

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