I have been able to visit...

I have been able to visit Platinum several times the last couple of weeks. I prefer to visit from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm as this allows for a variety of dancers and still some privacy in the dance rooms. As reported, many are asking for $30/dance but you can find those who will dance for 2/$25 or 2/$30. Perhaps this requires knowing the dancer for awhile before receiving discounts.

Tipping at the stage or satellite will help determine good dance partners. Several good dance partners do not get on stage but work the crowd. You can tell during their conversation who are friendl and those who are hustlers.