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How much does a bouncer make?
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naturally anabolic
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i think the general concensus is somewhere between 40-200$ a night depending on where your located and the popularity of the bar/club
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The Shadow
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I was offered 25 an hour
BodhiDharma
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my cousins friend is a bouncer and he makes about $35/hr at some rich club in DC
Depends on the type of club. It's usually isn't worth the risk of being stabbed or shot. I used to do it but the club I was at didn't pay shit and there was always these asain gang members starting shit. I ain't riskin gettin fucked up for no less than $20 an hour.
JDarty6173
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I did it for a while the first semester of my Senior year of college.. It was for a company which provided security services to clubs and bars in the area.. They also provided personal protection or bodyguard service... I was paid $40 per hour plus got kickbacks from the Clubs I worked.. I usually would work 5 hours a night..
JDarty6173
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The places I worked were generally pretty peaceful... Kickin like a pack, but not much violence... Just the occasional overly intoxicated bro harassing a chick or something like that.
Bigsatan13
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biteme said:
The risk is not worth the reward. Get a paper route.
the nature boy
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casavant said:
like the man said, is it tax free? and are you insured?
It depends on the club... At the 18+ night club I worked in, I was one of two coolers. The coolers made $250 per night, the hardcore bouncers (our crew) made $175 per night, and the window-dressing slob bouncers (guys that were there to try to get laid, but not worth much else) made $7 an hour and they were the assholes that took out the trash at the end of the night, and brought the bartenders thier alcohol. 2Thick's right, size means nothing, it's all about heart. You have to be able to somewhat handle yourself too.
When I worked at a strip club, it was a little different... There were no coolers, the bouncers made $150 per night, and each dancer had to pay a $20 security fee. So, on a weekend night, when there were 50 girls working, we got our $150 cash, plus we'd split the security fund 10 ways, so on a saturday night, we'd each walk away with about $250. That was nice, because there weren't many fights at the strip club. There were a few bad ones, but not half as many as in the night club.
The one thing you want to remember is, you're ALWAYS outnumbered, so you have to be careful, and always be aware of your surroundings. Don't be violent unless it's absolutely unavoidable. You want people to see that if you fuck someone up, you had no choice. That line from Road House is perfect, "be nice, until it's time to not be nice". It's very true. If you're a professional, you'll have to fight a lot less. It's great money, but it can be dangerous too. I've been stabbed, shot at, hit with bottles, pepper sprayed accidentally by the cops, all kinds of shit. It has its perks too, of course, especially if you're single...
Someone also asked how to get the bouncer job. When I first got back from the service, two of my friends were already in the bouncer circuit, so they hooked me up, and when the owner noticed that I could handle myself, I moved up. Eventually, especially if you live in a decent sized city, you'll make a name for yourself, and you'll either be known as a schlub, or as someone who takes care of business, and you'll get employment offers and pay accordingly... just be careful, because it's very easy for shit to get out of hand and for you, or another member of your crew to get hurt....
When I worked at a strip club, it was a little different... There were no coolers, the bouncers made $150 per night, and each dancer had to pay a $20 security fee. So, on a weekend night, when there were 50 girls working, we got our $150 cash, plus we'd split the security fund 10 ways, so on a saturday night, we'd each walk away with about $250. That was nice, because there weren't many fights at the strip club. There were a few bad ones, but not half as many as in the night club.
The one thing you want to remember is, you're ALWAYS outnumbered, so you have to be careful, and always be aware of your surroundings. Don't be violent unless it's absolutely unavoidable. You want people to see that if you fuck someone up, you had no choice. That line from Road House is perfect, "be nice, until it's time to not be nice". It's very true. If you're a professional, you'll have to fight a lot less. It's great money, but it can be dangerous too. I've been stabbed, shot at, hit with bottles, pepper sprayed accidentally by the cops, all kinds of shit. It has its perks too, of course, especially if you're single...
Someone also asked how to get the bouncer job. When I first got back from the service, two of my friends were already in the bouncer circuit, so they hooked me up, and when the owner noticed that I could handle myself, I moved up. Eventually, especially if you live in a decent sized city, you'll make a name for yourself, and you'll either be known as a schlub, or as someone who takes care of business, and you'll get employment offers and pay accordingly... just be careful, because it's very easy for shit to get out of hand and for you, or another member of your crew to get hurt....
Jimsbbc said:
A good club may require experience or a security license.
Smallpp - At 6'2 , 220 lbs you would be ok as long as you know how to talk to people (this can avoid so many problems soemtimes) and if you can handle the touchy situation you'll face, then you're ok. As I mentionned, get a security/bodyguard training. It will also allow you to carry an ASP/PR-24 if you wish while working.
Dooley
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This is interesting to learn.. any more info to supply?
I'm only 6'1" about 185 and I am not intimidating at all. I got a job as a bouncer at a beer garden in a college town. I worked 1 night.. the pay was like 5.50 an hour (bullshit). In that one night I didn't have to break anything up, but when it came to closing time.. much bigger guys than me were threatening to kick my ass if I didn't let them back in. I didn't back down, but it was pretty nerve racking. I quit the next day because I didn't think 5.50 an hour was worth possibly gettin cut up with a broken bottle. They didn't even train me or anything.. they gave me a security shirt and said go work. Fuck that!
I'm only 6'1" about 185 and I am not intimidating at all. I got a job as a bouncer at a beer garden in a college town. I worked 1 night.. the pay was like 5.50 an hour (bullshit). In that one night I didn't have to break anything up, but when it came to closing time.. much bigger guys than me were threatening to kick my ass if I didn't let them back in. I didn't back down, but it was pretty nerve racking. I quit the next day because I didn't think 5.50 an hour was worth possibly gettin cut up with a broken bottle. They didn't even train me or anything.. they gave me a security shirt and said go work. Fuck that!
smallpp said:
Contact a security agency (sometimes martial Arts school may provide the classes). An agency will usually provide you the training (should be around 500$) on every aspects. Some may not charge you a dime but then will take a specific % from your pay-checks.
This is a PR-24: http://www.batons.com/pr/fun.htm
This is an ASP: http://www.batons.com/al/fun.htm
I like both the asp and the PR-24, BUT, in my state it's semi-illegal to carry euther unless you're a cop. To forego all the training classes, get yourself a 4-C-cell maglite. I like the C-cells because they're thinner and more easily maneuvered, but still pack a whallop if you need it. But.... and I can't stress this enough... Unless you are on EXTREMELY good terms with ALL local law enforcement, do NOT hit anyone with ANY object unless they pull a weapon on you. It's the difference between a misdemeanor assault and a felony assault. Also, if are forced to use a mag/asp/blackjack, or whatever you happen to be carrying, use it for hand, knee, or collarbone strikes, try to avoid head strikes. They're messy, and a lot harder to explain to cops.....
FLASHMAN1 said:
You should come to Montreal. We are very ASP friendly. I remember one of my buddies kicking a guy's head like a foot ball and then taking the ASP to his skull. But then again, the guy had his finger on the trigger of a 9mm and would not let go. Good thing another security guy had his hand on the barrel.
Robert Jan
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id like to work as a bouncer while im in uni, im 6"4 213 lbs now
but growing like a biatch... only 16 now so plenty of time on that.
I like the atmosphere in clubs it would be sweet to get payd to be there. meet plenty of people both friends and chicks... make some money.
but im not one to "be able to handle myself" or "prevent a fight from happening in the first place"
i dun really know what you guys even mean by that
but growing like a biatch... only 16 now so plenty of time on that.
I like the atmosphere in clubs it would be sweet to get payd to be there. meet plenty of people both friends and chicks... make some money.
but im not one to "be able to handle myself" or "prevent a fight from happening in the first place"
i dun really know what you guys even mean by that
Robert Jan said:
You are a big boy for 16. I guess they grow them big in The Netherlands.
Being able to diffuse a situation is a skill that is learned.
being able to take care of yourself in any situation is something that is seldom learned. It is about the size of your heart.
Robert Jan
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neway how would one get started.... do you get like some kind of course, education on this shit?
and if you do is it more theory or more practise?
and if you do is it more theory or more practise?
Robert Jan said:
Like Manny mentioned, you can learn locks and holds that will allow for calm heads to prevail at most street fighting martial arts schools.
As for diffusing a situation, it is about psychology and allowing people to save face while still getting your way. It is about forgetting about your ego for a little bit and working toward a compromise where all parties feel that they have won. Staying calm, using calming words and phrases and smiling.
2Thick said:
That's a completely different situation...lol If your opponent has a gun and you're close enough to get at him, all bets are off, I don't care if you hit him with a car...lol The asp is a great tool, but we had a few kids get told by local cops that if they were ever to use thier asp, they'd have a lotta 'splainin to do...lol
Whenever there's a gun involved, all bets are off...
I have been thinking about this for awhile now. I think I have the right "temperament" for the job. I have a new job where have Fri and Sat night off. Might look into doing it 2 days a week.
Really curious how to get my foot in the door..and what to look for in a prospective club/bar??
Really curious how to get my foot in the door..and what to look for in a prospective club/bar??
Hannibal said:
Find a place where the crowd looks like something you might be able to sympathize with. The music is somewhat important (if you do not use earplugs). The place should look like a nice place to work. Tougher clubs have more opportunities but probably more trouble.
