Columbia has organizations and sporting clubs. Recreational organizations or clubs may also be present. Sports is a popular pursuit for many people. Not only is it exciting and invigorating, it is also a wonderful way to stay fit, as well as connect with the other members in a team (if it is a team game). Sports can be included in recreational activities. Other recreational activites include dancing, reading, writing, pottery, painting, etc. These are done by people for pleasure. Clubs for such activities and pursuits are quite common. They bring together people with shared interests. The clubs or organizations also have facilities and privileges for their members, such as usage of the field, or the library. A membership fee for joining the club/organization may be charged.