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Course of Study - No Limit Hold'em (NLHE)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:This Course of Study is similar to a "Degree Plan" in that it charts a complete study outline for No Limit Hold'em (NLHE) designed to take you from the absolute novice level to a proficiency level that will enable you to hold your own in both live and online professional poker environments. How well you do depends on your natural skill and the amount of effort you put into the resources offered.

  • Prerequisites: Course of Study - General Poker
  • Time Required: Agressive Student = 3 months / Typical Student = 6 months
  • Course Goal: To become proficient in all aspects of online and live cardroom NLHE play

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INSTRUCTIONS: Click the red "STEP" titles below to toggle and hide/reveal the requirements for that particular section/level. We highly recommend that you follow the order in which resources are listed. Links will open in new browser windows. Simply close the new window(s) when you're done to return to this page.

 
STEP ONE: TUTORIALS
The following are generic tutorials designed to familiarize you with the Poker Pages FREE School site, forums, and software, as well as introduce you to the basics of poker.

IMPORTANT: You should be familiar with ALL tutorials below before proceeding with this or any course! However, be aware that all courses of study share the same tutorials. So, if you've already completed the tutorials and don't need a refresher, you can skip this section.
# Title Type Author
1 Getting Started at PPFS (General) Video ALSpath
2 New Member Guide Page PPFS
3 How to use the forums Forum PPFS
4 New Member's Forum (Participation) Forum PPFS
5 How to use Ventrilo voice conferencing software Forum PPFS
6 Beginner Questions Forum Forum PPFS
7 Poker Overview 01: Introduction Tutorial PPFS
8 Poker Overview 02: Poker Defined Tutorial PPFS
9 Poker Overview 03: Origins of Poker Tutorial PPFS
10 Poker Overview 04: Cards, Chips and Other Basics Tutorial PPFS
11 Poker Overview 05: Ranking of Hands Tutorial PPFS
12 Poker Overview 06: Odds and Probabilities Tutorial PPFS
13 Poker Overview 07: The Science of Poker Tutorial PPFS
14 Poker Overview 08: Player Types Tutorial PPFS
15 Poker Overview 09: Places to Play Tutorial PPFS
16 Poker Overview 10: Etiquette Tutorial PPFS
17

Introduce Yourself in Your Personal Blog
If you haven't done so already, now is a good time to introduce yourself in your blog. Communication with your fellow PPFS members is an invaluable aid in learning.

 Blog PPFS
18

Review what Forums are Available
If you haven't done so already, review all the forums available at PPFS. There's a wealth of information available, and lots of lively communication.

 Forums PPFS
19

Forum: "View posts since last visit"
Look for the new posts link in the top right corner of the forums to read the latest posts.

 Forums PPFS
20

Get to know the PPFS Promotions (IMPORTANT)
Promotions are the backbone of the competitive spirit at PPFS. The better you know the promotions, the better your chances at building your bankroll through lively tournament play.

 Promos PPFS
21

Discuss PPFS Promotions with Members (IMPORTANT)
Just as important as the PPFS Promotions link above, go to the Promotions section in the forums (about halfway down the list) and read through previous posts or join in on the discussions for valuable feedback from your fellow members.

 Promos PPFS
 
STEP TWO: COURSE STARTUP
The following items will help prepare you specifically for taking the No Limit Hold'em Course of Study as well as introduce you to your fellow study mates.
# Title Type Author
1

Observe NLHE Play in the Cardroom Software
If you haven't done so already, launch the cardroom software and observe NLHE play. Become more familiar with the software, style of play, and etiquette.

 Prep PPFS
2

Meet Your Classmates
Establish communications with your fellow classmates before getting started.

 Prep PPFS
3

The Importance of Keeping a Poker Journal
An important step if you're serious about improving your game.

 Prep PPFS
4 How to Play No Limit Texas Hold'em (Quick Start Overview)
A basic lesson in No Limit Hold'em designed to get you playing quickly. Study this now to establish a foundation for the in-depth studies to follow.		 Lesson PPFS
5 No Limit Hold 'Em (NLHE): The Rules of the Game
A brief overview of No Limit Hold'em rules.		 Lesson ALSpath
6 Community Cards in Texas Hold'em (Under "Hands On" Tab)
A very helpful video on the dealing progression in Hold'em. To view, click the "Hands On" tab on the "Video Courses" page, then select "Community Cards in Texas Hold'em."		 Video Hitman
7

Participate in Your First NLHE Training Table Tournament
Check the calendar for available times. Do this as early in your studies as the schedule allows. Good luck!

 Software PPFS
8

Play in an NLHE Tournament in the Cardroom Software
Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

 Software PPFS
9

Review Your Journal Notes Thoroughly
Analyze your strengths and weaknesses. Find areas that need improvement.

 Journal PPFS
 
STEP THREE: BASIC LEVEL
# Title Type Author

Completed "STEP THREE: BASIC LEVEL" for the "General Poker Course of Study" yet?
If not, click the link above to go there now! We strongly encourage you to complete all of the requirements for the General Poker Course of Study before beginning any other Course of Study. Good luck!

Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Texas Hold'em Odds and Probabilities: Limit, No-Limit, and Tournament Strategies
by Matthew Hilger
1

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2 TT0002 - No Limit Sit n Go Training Table ALSpath
3 Lesson 1: Early Position: Pre-Flop Basic Openers Lesson PPFS
4 Lesson 2: Early Position: Pre-Flop Strategy Lesson PPFS
5 Lesson 3: Middle Position: Pre-Flop Basic Openers Lesson PPFS
6 Lesson 4: Middle Position: Pre-Flop Strategy Lesson PPFS
7 Test 1: Progress Test Test PPFS
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9 Lesson 5: Late Position: Pre-Flop Basic Openers Lesson PPFS
10 Lesson 6: Late Position: Pre-Flop Strategy Lesson PPFS
11 Lesson 7: Blinds: Pre-Flop Basic Openers Lesson PPFS
12 Lesson 8: Blinds: Pre-Flop Strategy Lesson PPFS
13 Test 2: Progress Test Test PPFS
14

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15 TT0003 - Turbo No Limit Sit n Go Training Table ALSpath
16 Lesson 9: Pre-Flop: Common Mistakes Lesson PPFS
17 Lesson 10: The Flop: Introduction to Play on the Flop Lesson PPFS
18 Lesson 11: Reading the Board Lesson PPFS
19 Lesson 12: Fit or Fold Lesson PPFS
20 Test 3: Progress Test Test PPFS
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
The Theory of Poker
by David Sklansky
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22 Lesson 13: The Turn: Basic Play Lesson PPFS
23 Lesson 14: The Turn: Strategy Lesson PPFS
24 Lesson 15: The River: Basic Play Lesson PPFS
25 Lesson 16: The River: Strategy Lesson PPFS
26 Test 4: Progress Test Test PPFS
27

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28 TT0008 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.10/.25) Training Table ALSpath
29 Position Lesson PPFS
30 Top 20 List of Starting Hands in Ten-Handed Hold’em Lesson PPFS
31 Starting Hands by Position Lesson PPFS
32 NLHE Lesson 1: Choosing No Limit over Limit Poker Lesson ALSpath
33 NLHE Lesson 2: Correct Size Bets Lesson ALSpath
34

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35 NLHE Lesson 3: Bluffing, Beating a Bully and Feeler Bets Lesson ALSpath
36 NLHE Lesson 4: Size Does Matter (Chip Stacks) Lesson ALSpath
37 NLHE Lesson 5: Hand Selection Lesson ALSpath
38 NLHE Lesson 6: Trouble Hands, Shorthanded Play and Tips Lesson ALSpath
39 NLHE Quiz: Lessons 1-6 above Quiz ALSpath
40

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41 TT0009 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.5/.10) Training Table ALSpath
42 NLHE Lesson 7: Capitalizing on Mistakes/Miscues/Blunders Lesson ALSpath
43 Playing the Final Table Tip #1 Tips TJCloutier
44 Playing the Final Table Tip #2 Tips TJCloutier
45 Playing the Final Table Tip #3 Tips TJCloutier
46

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47 Playing the Final Table Tip #4 Tips TJCloutier
48 Playing the Final Table Tip #5 Tips TJCloutier
49 Hold'em Tips From the Mad Genius Tips Mike Caro
50 Public Cardrooms - Play and Win - pt. I Lesson Lou Krieger
51 TT0014 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.50/$1) Training Table ALSpath
52

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53 Public Cardrooms - Play and Win - pt. II Lesson Lou Krieger
54 Public Cardrooms - Play and Win - pt. III Lesson Lou Krieger
55 Public Cardrooms - Play and Win - pt. IV Lesson Lou Krieger
56 No Limit Hold'em for Beginners - Progress Test 1 Quiz PPFS
57 No Limit Hold'em for Beginners - Progress Test 2 Quiz PPFS
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
No Limit Hold 'em: Theory and Practice
by David Sklansky, Ed Miller
58

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59 Homework Assignment Homework AlSpath
60 A Tournament For Practice (Part 1) Lesson russfox
61 A Tournament For Practice (Part 2) Lesson russfox
62 A Tournament For Practice (Part 3) Lesson russfox
63 Lesson 1: Introduction to No Limit Hold'em Lesson BobCiaffone
64

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65 TT0015 - Turbo No Limit Sit n Go Training Table ALSpath
66 Lesson 2: Selecting Your Bet Size Lesson BobCiaffone
67 Lesson 3: What Hands to Play Lesson BobCiaffone
68 Lesson 4: Influence of Stack Size Lesson BobCiaffone
69 Lesson 5: Bluffing and Semi Bluffing Lesson BobCiaffone
70 Keep Your Eyes on the Prize Lesson TJCloutier
71

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72 Recognize the Impact of the Antes and Blinds Lesson TJCloutier
73 Think Twice Before You Decide to Move All-In Lesson TJCloutier
74 Think Your Way to the Top with Solid Decisions Lesson TJCloutier
75 How Do You Play a Royal Flush Draw? Lesson TJCloutier
76 Two Cowboys at the WSOP Lesson TJCloutier
77

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78 TT0019 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.25/.50) Training Table ALSpath
79 Raise with a Small Pocket Pair? Lesson TJCloutier
80 Playing One Pair in No-Limit Tournaments Lesson TJCloutier
81 Speed Kills Lesson russfox
82 Caro's Fundamental Secrets of Poker: Chapter Ten Lesson Mike Caro
83 Chap. 2 / 01 - Hold'em: Limit and No-Limit Similarities and Differences Lesson Brunson
84

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85 Chap. 3 / 01 - No Limit Hold'em: Introduction (Part 1) Lesson Brunson
86 Chap. 3 / 02 - No Limit Hold'em: Introduction (Part 2) Lesson Brunson
87 Chap. 3 / 03 - No Limit Hold'em: Introduction (Part 3) Lesson Brunson
88 Chap. 3 / 04 - No Limit Hold'em: Antes and Other Considerations Lesson Brunson
89 Chap. 3 / 05 - No Limit Hold'em: Big Pairs (AA/KK) Lesson Brunson
90

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91 TT0026 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.10/.25) - Part II Training Table ALSpath
92 Chap. 3 / 06 - No Limit Hold'em: Ace King Lesson Brunson
93 Chap. 3 / 07 - No Limit Hold'em: How to Play a Pair of Queens Lesson Brunson
94 Chap. 3 / 08 - No Limit Hold'em: Small Pairs (Jacks down to Deuces) Lesson Brunson
95 Chap. 3 / 09 - No Limit Hold'em: Small Connecting Cards Lesson Brunson
96 Chap. 3 / 10 - No Limit Hold'em: Borderline or Trouble Hands Lesson Brunson
97

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98 Chap. 3 / 11 - No Limit Hold'em: Trash Hands Lesson Brunson
99 Chap. 3 / 12 - No Limit Hold'em: Short-Handed Play Lesson Brunson
100 Chap. 3 / 13 - No Limit Hold'em: Insurance Lesson Brunson
101 Chap. 3 / 14 - No Limit Hold'em: A Final Word Lesson Brunson
102 TT0027 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.5/.10) - Part II Training Table ALSpath

Watch ALL remaining NLHE Training Table Videos (Basic)
Training table videos are added often and are an invaluable learning tool. Watch as many as you can for this level before proceeding to the next level.

 Training Table PPFS
103

Play in an NLHE Tournament or Cash Game in the Cardroom Software
Apply what you have learned so far. Record your results in your journal. Discuss play in blogs and forums.

 Software PPFS
104

*OPTIONAL: Personal Training (Tutoring or Mentoring)
Highly recommended to fine-tune your game! Extra fee required. Visit link and sign up for next available session.

 Interactive TBD
105

Review Your Journal Notes Thoroughly
Analyze your strengths and weaknesses. Find areas that need improvement.

 Journal PPFS
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Phil Gordon's Little Green Book: Lessons and Teachings in No Limit Texas Hold'em
by Phil Gordon, Howard Lederer, Annie Duke
 
STEP FOUR: INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
# Title Type Author

Completed "STEP FOUR: INTERMEDIATE LEVEL" for the "General Poker Course of Study" yet?
If not, click the link above to go there now! We strongly encourage you to complete all of the requirements for the General Poker Course of Study before beginning any other Course of Study. Good luck!

Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Harrington on Hold 'em Expert Strategy for No Limit Tournaments, Vol. 1: Strategic Play
by Dan Harrington, Bill Robertie
1

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Check the calendar for available times.

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2 TT0005 - Turbo No Limit MTT Training Table ALSpath
3 VC0009 - No Limit Hold'em Cash Games (Part 1) Video Course Hitman
4 VC0010 - No Limit Hold'em Cash Games (Part 2) Video Course Hitman
5 Under the Gun Lesson AlSpath
6 Having the Discipline to Fold Lesson NDalla
7 NLHE Training Tournament: Instructor Commentary Lesson ALSpath
8

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9 NLHE Quick Quiz 00 Quiz TJCloutier
10 NLHE Quick Quiz 01: Playing with Royalty in the Early Stage of a Tournament Quiz TJCloutier
11 NLHE Quick Quiz 02: Playing with Royalty in a $2,500 WPT Preliminary Event Quiz TJCloutier
12 NLHE Quick Quiz 03: Playing with a Baby Pair on the Button in a Major Tournament Quiz TJCloutier
13 NLHE Quick Quiz 04: Playing with Jacks in Late Position at a WPT Tournament Quiz TJCloutier
14

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15 TT0006 - NL Cash Game ($2-$4 6-Max) - Part 1 of 2 Training Table Hitman
16 TT0007 - NL Cash Game ($2-$4 6-Max) - Part 2 of 2 Training Table Hitman
17 NLHE Quick Quiz 05: Playing with Cowboys on the Button at the WSOP Quiz TJCloutier
18 NLHE Quick Quiz 06: Playing a Middle Pair from Early Position Quiz TJCloutier
19 NLHE Quick Quiz 07: Playing Middle Pairs from the Middle Quiz TJCloutier
20 NLHE Quick Quiz 08: Playing a Middle Pair on the Button Quiz TJCloutier
21 NLHE Quick Quiz 09: Playing Against Aggressive Alvin Quiz TJCloutier
22

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23 NLHE Quick Quiz 10: In the Middle of the Pack with Middle Connectors Quiz TJCloutier
24 NLHE Quick Quiz 11: Aces Against Aggressors Quiz TJCloutier
25 TT0048 - Turbo No Limit MTT Training Table ALSpath
26 Pocket Rockets: Too Hot to Handle? Lesson TJCloutier
27 Playing One Pair in No-Limit Tournaments Lesson TJCloutier
28 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 1 Lesson TJCloutier
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Harrington on Hold 'em Expert Strategy for No Limit Tournaments, Vol. 2: Endgame
by Dan Harrington, Bill Robertie
29

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30 TT0017 - PSO NL Sit n Go - Training Table Training Table ALSpath
31 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 2 Lesson TJCloutier
32 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 3 Lesson TJCloutier
33 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 4 Lesson TJCloutier
34 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 5 Lesson TJCloutier
35 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 6 Lesson TJCloutier
36

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37 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 7 Lesson TJCloutier
38 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 8 Lesson TJCloutier
39 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 9 Lesson TJCloutier
40 Playing the Second Tournament Table, Part 10 Lesson TJCloutier
41 Playing the Blinds for Profit in No-Limit Hold'em Tounaments Lesson TJCloutier
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Harrington on Hold 'em: Expert Strategies for No Limit Tournaments, Vol. III--The Workbook
by Dan Harrington, Bill Robertie
42

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43 TT0020 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit ($1/$2) Training Table ALSpath
44 Raise or Reraise? Lesson TJCloutier
45 Don't Get Hooked on Pocket Hooks Lesson TJCloutier
46 How Good Are Pocket Tens? It All Depends! Lesson TJCloutier
47 Lesson 01: Playing Pocket Kings in Early Position Lesson TJCloutier
48 Lesson 02: Playing Pocket Kings Against an Ace-Board Lesson TJCloutier
49

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50 Lesson 03: Playing Pocket Kings as an Overpair Lesson TJCloutier
51 Lesson 04: Playing Kings on a Rag Flop Lesson TJCloutier
52 Simple Arithmetic for Hold'em Players (Part 1) Lesson LouKrieger
53 Simple Arithmetic for Hold'em Players (Part 2) Lesson LouKrieger
54 In The Long Run Lesson LouKrieger
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Championship No Limit & Pot Limit Hold 'Em
by Tom McEvoy, T.J. Cloutier
55

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56 TT0023 - PSO NL Sit n Go - Training Table Training Table ALSpath
57 Cards Matter, But Players Matter More (Part 1 of 2) Lesson russfox
58 Cards Matter, But Players Matter More (Part 2 of 2) Lesson russfox
59 Where there's smoke... Lesson russfox
60 Beyond Explanation Lesson russfox
61 An Exercise in Card Reading Lesson russfox
62

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63 If You Think You're Going to Lose, You Probably Will Lesson russfox
64 Playing Middle Connectors in No-Limit Tournaments Lesson TJCloutier
65 Lesson 1: Some Benefits to Online Poker Lesson mchilger
66 Lesson 2: Some Pitfalls to Online Poker Lesson mchilger
67 Lesson 3: Fluctuations and Your Bankroll Lesson mchilger
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Cash Games (How to Win at No-Limit Hold'em Money Games) Vol. 1
by Dan Harrington, Bill Robertie
68

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69 TT0030 - NL (Double or Nothing) Turbo STT Training Table ALSpath
70 Lesson 4: Record Keeping (Part 1) Lesson mchilger
71 Lesson 5: Record Keeping (Part 2) Lesson mchilger
72 Lesson 6: Site Selection Lesson mchilger
73 Lesson 7: Game Selection Lesson mchilger
74 Lesson 8: Online Promotions Lesson mchilger
75

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76 Lesson 9: Criteria in Starting Hand Strategy Lesson mchilger
77 Lesson 10: Considerations On the Flop Lesson mchilger
78 Lesson 11: Types of Flops Lesson mchilger
79 Lesson 12: Keys to Success Lesson mchilger
80 Lesson 13: Matthew Hilger Quiz Quiz mchilger
81

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82 TT0031 - NL (Double or Nothing) STT Training Table ALSpath
83 Odds and Outs in Limit and NL Hold'em Lesson mchilger
84 PSO Member Makes it to Second Day of $1500NL Event at WSOP Lesson ALSpath
85 NL Tournament Discussions (Part 1) Lesson ALSpath
86 NL Tournament Discussions (Part 2) Lesson ALSpath
87 Isolating Opponents Lesson ALSpath
88

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89 TT0036 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - 6 Player Low Limit (.25/.50) Training Table ALSpath
90 The Continuation Bet Lesson ALSpath
91 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 1) Lesson russfox
92 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 2) Lesson russfox
93 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 3) Lesson russfox
94 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 4) Lesson russfox
95

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96 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 5) Lesson russfox
97 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 6) Lesson russfox
98 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 7) Lesson russfox
99 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 8) Lesson russfox
100 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 9) Lesson russfox
101 Deep-Stacked No-Limit Hold'em (Part 10) Lesson russfox
102

*OPTIONAL: Personal Training (Tutoring or Mentoring)
Highly recommended to fine-tune your game! Extra fee required. Visit link and sign up for next available session.

 Interactive TBD
103

Review Your Journal Notes Thoroughly
Analyze your strengths and weaknesses. Find areas that need improvement.

 Journal PPFS

Watch ALL remaining NLHE Training Table Videos (Intermediate)
Training table videos are added often and are an invaluable learning tool. Watch as many as you can for this level before proceeding to the next level.

 Training Table PPFS
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Harrington on Cash Games, Volume II: How to Play No-Limit Hold 'em Cash Games
by Dan Harrington, Bill Robertie
 
STEP FIVE: ADVANCED LEVEL
# Title Type Author

Completed "STEP FIVE: ADVANCED LEVEL" for the "General Poker Course of Study" yet?
If not, click the link above to go there now! We strongly encourage you to complete all of the requirements for the General Poker Course of Study before beginning any other Course of Study. Good luck!

Book CoverBook Recommendation:
Every Hand Revealed
by Gus Hansen
1

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2 Anatomy of a Hand, Part One Lesson russfox
3 Anatomy of a Hand, Part Two Lesson russfox
4 Satellites and Super-Satellites Lesson ALSpath
5 Hand of the Week Part 1: Using hand reading skills to make a tough decision Lesson Hitman
6 Hand of the Week Part 2: A closer look at a tough? call Lesson Hitman
7 TT0047 - NL Cash (Ring) Game - Low Limit (.25/.50) Training Table ALSpath
8

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9 Going Bald Lesson russfox
10 The Limp Re-Raise Lesson russfox
11 Big Slick: The Biggest "Decision Hand" in Tournaments Tips TJCloutier
12 Reflections in the Mirror (Part 1) Lesson russfox
13 Reflections in the Mirror (Part 2) Lesson russfox
14

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15 Isolating Opponents Lesson ALSpath
16 A Bit of Maths Lesson London
17 Getting the Most Money out of the Small Blind Against the Big Blind Lesson Mike Caro
18 The Bet You Can't Call Lesson AndyGlazer
19 The Not-So-Great Ace-Queen Debate Lesson AndyGlazer
20 TT0049 - Extreme Stack Turbo No Limit MTT Training Table ALSpath
21

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22 Mike Caro: Audio Lessons Audio Mike Caro
23 Mike Caro: Audio Tests Audio Mike Caro
24 Protecting Your Poker Bankroll and More Lesson Mike Caro
25 Major Tips From Mike Caro Lesson Mike Caro
26 Handling Tricky Situations Lesson Mike Caro
27

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28 How to Advertise in a Poker Game Lesson Mike Caro
29 How to Get Called by Weak Hands - Part 1 Lesson Mike Caro
30 How to Get Called by Weak Hands - Part 2 Lesson Mike Caro
31 When to Fold Strong Hands Lesson Mike Caro
32 Pro Tricks For Extra Profit Lesson Mike Caro
Book CoverBook Recommendation:
The Full Tilt Poker Strategy Guide: Tournament Edition
by Andy Bloch, Richard Brodie, Chris Ferguson, Ted Forrest, Rafe Furst, Phil Gordon, David Grey, Howard Lederer, Mike Matusow, Michael Craig
33

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34 When Not to Raise Lesson Mike Caro
35 Small Edges That Add Up Lesson Mike Caro
36 Bewildering Your Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
37 Extra Profit in the Blinds Lesson Mike Caro
38 When to Stay and When to Quit Lesson Mike Caro
39

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40 Selected Poker Myths Lesson Mike Caro
41 Raising For the Right Reasons - Part 1 Lesson Mike Caro
42 Raising For the Right Reasons - Part 2 Lesson Mike Caro
43 Little-Known Poker Tips That Bring Big Profit Lesson Mike Caro
44 Treating Poker as a Business Lesson Mike Caro
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46 Maximizing Profit Against Weak Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
47 Folding Your Poker Hands For Extra Profit Lesson Mike Caro
48 The Bad Rule Lesson Mike Caro
49 Maximizing Profit by Playing Your Position Lesson Mike Caro
50 Profitable Things to Watch in a Poker Game Lesson Mike Caro
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52 Poker Leakage - Profit Lost Lesson Mike Caro
53 Do You Know When to Shift Gears in Poker? Lesson Mike Caro
54 Motivational Tips That Save Your Bankroll Lesson Mike Caro
55 Using "Talking Tells" to Destroy Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
56 Luck Matters in Poker Lesson Mike Caro
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58 Using "Talking Tells" to Destroy Opponents Lesson Mike Caro
59 Luck Matters in Poker Lesson Mike Caro
60 Bonus Strategies For Extra Profit At Poker Lesson Mike Caro
61 Stay the Same & Suffer, or Adjust and Prosper Lesson Mike Caro
62 Answering Poker's Most Common Questions Lesson Mike Caro
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64 Answering Poker's Most Common Questions Lesson Mike Caro
65 Things to Practice Beyond a Basic Winning Strategy Lesson Mike Caro
66 When Good Poker Advice Is Bad Lesson Mike Caro
67 The Secrets to Reraising in Poker Lesson Mike Caro
68 My Favorite Advice to Add to Your Game Lesson Mike Caro
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Winning Poker Tournaments One Hand at a Time Volume I
by Eric 'Rizen' Lynch, Jon 'Pearljammer' Turner, Jon 'Apestyles' Van Fleet
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70 What to Do When You're Losing Lesson Mike Caro
71 Favorite Advice From Our Earliest Sessions Lesson Mike Caro
72 Lesson 1: Starting Hands and Probabilities Lesson London
73 Lesson 2: Starting Hands and Position Lesson London
74 Lesson 3: The Mathematics of Style Lesson London
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76 Lesson 4: Aggressive Play & the Uncontested Pot Lesson London
77 Lesson 5: The Clash of Styles Lesson London
78 Lesson 6: The Mathematics of Emotion Lesson London
79 Lesson 7: Playing the Player Lesson London
80 Lesson 8: Playing the Flop/Turn/River Lesson London
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82 Lesson 9: The Mathematics of Commitment Lesson London
83 Lesson 10: The Mathematics of Image Lesson London
84 Lesson 11: Patterns of Luck Lesson London
85 Lesson 12: Evaluating Betting Patterns Lesson London
86 Lesson 13: The First Half Hour Lesson London
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88 Lesson 14: Your Position After the Last 15 Hands Lesson London
89 Lesson 15: Hands 31-45 Lesson London
90 Lesson 16: Hands 46-60 Lesson London
91 Lesson 17: Hands 61-75 Lesson London
92 Lesson 18: Hands 76-90 Lesson London
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94 Lesson 19: Hands 91-105 Lesson London
95 Lesson 20: Hands 106-120 Lesson London
96 Lesson 21: Hands 121-135 Lesson London
97 Lesson 22: Hands 136-150 Lesson London
98 Lesson 23: Hands 151-165 Lesson London
99 Lesson 24: Hands 166-180 Lesson London
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Hold'Em Poker for Advanced Players (Advance Player)
by David Sklansky, Mason Malmuth
 
STEP SIX: PRO CONTINUING DEVELOPMENT
As any top pros will tell you, when it comes to poker, school is never out. You have to constantly play and learn to keep on top of your game. Having completed all the requirements above, the best thing you can do now to fine-tune your game is just that--keep playing and keep learning. Helping beginners is another way to strengthen your own game since it reinforces what you've learned. Consider signing up for mentoring or tutoring (extra fee required).
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