How to Behave at a Strip Club

If you have been dreaming of watching women decked out in tassles poll dance to catchy disco music or men strut their stuff before tossing their clothing into the crowd, then you might be the perfect candidate for some strip club etiquette. Although venturing out to these dens of pleasure may seem like nothing but fun and games, there are certain rules that you are expected to follow. This guide will help direct you on how to behave at a strip club.

Introduction

Do you enjoy watching scantily clad men or women move their bodies across the dance floor? Does your idea of a perfect evening involve watching these dancing bodies strip down to the bare essentials while sipping champagne or drinking beer? Have you recently been put in charge of planning a bachelor or bachelorette party? If so, what better time to learn the proper behavior etiquette for strip clubs? This guide will provide the necessary information for how to behave at a strip club.

Step 1: General Behavioral Tips

If you are about to go to a strip club for the first time don't be intimidated. Everyone has experienced those first-time jitters, so you are not alone. Here are some general tips for those that have never been to a strip club before, or if you just want to brush up on some unspoken strip club etiquette:

Get to know the DJ. Buy him a drink. He usually knows the strippers and can probably help you if you want to talk to one and request a dance or other related services.
Tip the bouncer. He will usually be the one seating you and tipping him will get you better seats.
Do not be afraid to ask about prices
Do not get too drunk
Make sure you tip the strippers
Dress nice

Step 2: Lap Dance Etiquette

Outside the strip club (Creative Commons photo by [ http://www.flickr.com/photos/rileyroxx/226644520/ rileyroxx])

For those that want to spend extra money and pay for a lap dance, here are some rules and etiquette to keep in mind:

Don't forget to tip. Always bring enough.
Do not touch the dancer. Although some strip clubs allow touching, most do not. Inquire beforehand, but expect a hands-off policy.
Do not unload all your problems on the dancer. They are there to perform, not act as your therapist.
Do not ask the dancer for anything more than a dance unless it is offered first. Although some dancers will offer up more for the right price, do not expect them to.
Make sure you know the house rules, even if you have to ask
Make sure you do not show up for your lap dance dirty. Dancers do not want to have to smell unclean patrons.

Step 3: Champagne Room Etiquette

Beyond the lap dance, and for the more serious patron with a deeper pocketbook, there is the Champagne room. This is where a patron buys a bottle of champagne to share with the dancer in a private room. Although you will usually be able to take more liberties in the champagne room, you should still follow proper etiquette. The rules will be different at each strip club, so make inquiries before making a purchase.

Conclusion

If you are ready for a wild and crazy night on the town, why not gather up some friends and go to a strip club? There are plenty of options for both men and women, and as long as you adhere to the above behavioral etiquette, chances are you will have a terrific time!