Dancers from SA’s first drive-thru strip club talk about the experience

Restaurants and many other forms of entertainment were hit hard by the lockdown, including strip clubs. 

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South Africa’s first drive-thru strip club opened its doors in Port Elizabeth, offering clients snacks, beer, and dance routines, all while sitting in the comfort of their car.

Candy's Strip Club had to close its doors when the national lockdown was implemented. 

As the level 3 regulations came into effect on Monday, 1 June, the club can now sell liquor to be consumed at home and the drive-thru shows will be available each day, from 10am onwards.

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Owner Charl Muller told HeraldLIVE the women needed a way to earn money during the lockdown.

“This will provide some fun and at the same time help these girls to earn some much-needed money after a long time sitting at home.”

The women are wearing masks and their temperatures are checked to ensure safety for all.

Some of the dancers joined the Scenic Drive to talk about their experience - and how they had to be innovative and creative for their clients to enjoy the show.

Lucy

"There can be four people in the car for R250 - and there are six dancers. There is only one car in the tent at a time. 

"During the lockdown - there was no income. We split the money between us all - we are sisters and we support each others." 

Toxic

"I started dancing because I had to pay for my studies. After my studies, I realised that it is a comfortable industry. 

"The people that come to us are kind and enjoy the show. With the drive-thru, we haven't experience difficult situations."

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