How to Become a Club Bouncer
A club bouncer is responsible for maintaining order inside of the club owner's place of business. The requirements for becoming a bouncer vary from state to state: some states, such as California and New York, are strict, while others are more lenient. There are some things that you can do to enhance your chances of becoming a bouncer, regardless of which state you live in.
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Ensure that you have a clean criminal record. Some states, such as New York, make it illegal for someone with a felony on his record to be hired as a bouncer.
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Get trained in CPR procedures and obtain CPR certification. As a bouncer you may be required to administer CPR to a club patron. Knowing proper CPR techniques can mean the difference between life and death for the victim.
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Take classes in self-defense. If possible, take classes that provide credentials to prove that you have completed training. Though certifications are not generally required, the credentials will look good on your résumé. Knowing proper self-defense techniques is important since some of the situations a club bouncer might be involved in--breaking up fights, escorting someone off the premises, or restraining someone--will require proper handling.
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Get trained as a security guard. As a club bouncer, you will be acting as a type of security for the club owner. Some states, such as California, require that you hold a security license. Even if your state doesn't require licensing, the club owner's knowledge that you are a trained security guard might increase the chances of his hiring you.
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Work out. Lift weights. Get in shape. In order to be a club bouncer, you will need to be strong and fit--and look it. Looking physically capable will make your job easier--club patrons will be less likely to get disorderly.
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Visit local clubs to talk to the club owners. Present the club owners with your résumé. Let them know that you are interested in being a bouncer for their club. By visiting instead of making phone calls, you'll let the club owners see you in person and ascertain that you have the physical attributes for the job.
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