As I continue my survey of...

As I continue my survey of Seattle area clubs I should note that the general approach, if not the ambiance, is pretty standard. Usually more than one stage with a dancer doing one song and then moving. Prices for laps are set by the dancers and range from $20 to $50, with some performers having a sliding scale based on the “quality” of the interaction. Most dancers will discuss their price and rules beforehand. If they won’t, don’t. The girls also set their own work schedules, although there must be some controls to keep them from all appearing, or disappearing, at the same time. Performers pay the club $100 for each shift.

Traveling south, I was back at Rick’s for the third or fourth time this summer. Continuing visits, and experiences at other area clubs, convince me I over-rated this establishment, initially. The ladies at Rick’s seem much more commercial, much less given to enjoying themselves, and with generally higher prices, than at other area clubs. This is not to say that Rick’s isn’t enjoyable and fun, just not as much so as I thought at first glance.