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		<title>Advanced Poker Training Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:01:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Advanced Poker Training is a poker training program which analyzes your play with artificially intelligent software, including two trademarked rating programs called RealPokerIQ Score and RealPokerSkill. These programs evaluate your performance based on a number of different factors, including adjusting [...]]]></description>
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<p>Advanced Poker Training is a poker training program which analyzes your play with artificially intelligent software, including two trademarked rating programs called RealPokerIQ Score and RealPokerSkill. These programs evaluate your performance based on a number of different factors, including adjusting for luck and bad beats.  You are provided with an amazing array of statistics to help you isolate the factors of your game that need improvement.  Every hand that you play on the site is tracked and stored, so that you can go back and replay hands and sessions over, and even share hands with friends. You are also able to obtain real-time advice on any hand, during any point in the deal.</p></div>
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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							Full Access: $19.97/month – comes with a DOUBLE your money back guarantee
6 Months: $99.97 (20% savings) 
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<p>Registered Users: FREE registration – You can play using only limited features of the software and the weekly challenges, and will receive free email analysis of your play</p>
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
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					<li>20 Advisers ( See Below)		
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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							The fact that there are no humans that you can refer to for coaching and tips is not necessarily a weakness, but it is certainly a novel concept in training.  Having said that, regardless of how far artificial intelligence programs have come in the past few years (think Watson on Jeopardy), it’s still a bit of a stretch to think that the expert Advisors are going to be able provide a seasoned player with advanced techniques that will improve their game significantly. So, you really need to be self-motivated if you are going to get the most out of Advanced Poker Training’s software and ratings programs. 					</p>
<p>In terms of any weaknesses with the program and skills ratings, there are only 4 basic videos to show you how to play and navigate the site and analyse the reporting features. Other than that, there are just some basic instructions on how to play, and an FAQ about some of the reports and features. Overall, there is very little content to the site, and this might serve as a deterrent to both new and experienced players.</p>
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					<h3>Summary &#038; Strengths</h3>
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							Unlike a typical training site, AdvancedPokerTraining does not use paid instructors and videos
							to teach you how to play poker. Their concept is to get you to play poker hands at a simulated
							online poker room table, against computer opponents which they have programmed with varying
							levels of poker skill and playing tendencies, using leading edge technology to make their play
							totally realistic. There are over 100 computer opponents, all with different defined playing
							styles. This enables their software to evaluate your play against a multitude of player types in all
							game situations.
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						<strong>Playing The Game</strong>
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							As an Advanced Poker Training member, you have the option of choosing what type of table and
difficulty level you wish to play. There are 9 tables to choose from, ranging from beginner level
loose-passive opponents, to “enter if you dare” hard-core high-stakes professionals. This pretty
much covers all the general table situations you are likely to encounter in real life.
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Once seated, the game module looks and feels like your average online poker game. You can
get more chips at any time, view your stats, get up from the table, and the Bet/Check/Fold/Raise
buttons and bet slider are what you’d expect to see anywhere. Some of the unique options which
you have at Advanced Poker Training are: Speed slider to speed up or slow down the game;
mouse-over opponents which gives you a summary of that player’s profile and tendencies; and
the Game Options button.
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Game Options is a neat feature which lets you control some of the variables at the table that you
could only dream of doing at real cash game or tournament. First, you can choose an Advisor.
Again, these are programs, not real people. But, they are able to suggest plays for you and
will give you tips, at any point in a hand, based on their tendencies and profiles. There are 20
Advisors to choose from, which are the 20 strongest players of the 100 or so available. You can
even turn this feature on permanently so that you are prompted with suggestions on every play.
Great for beginners just learning the game or veterans who have not applied much theory to their
play.
						
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Next, you have the ability to choose specific hands, or ranges of hands, to play. If you want to
play AA a thousand times in a row, you can. You’d actually be amazed at how often it loses!
Or you can play only Big Pairs, or any number of different hand ranges. You get to choose. No
more folding for hours waiting for the good hands to come around.
						
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Finally, there are several other great features you get to choose from: Peeking at opponent’s
cards during a hand; Odds – gives you real-time pot odds during a hand; Zip to End – if you fold
a hand, you can skip right to the next hand without having to wait until it is played out by the
computers; Rabbit Hunting to see what the river card would have been (like on TV); Save all
hands; Don’t save; and Choose your position (e.g., you can play on the ‘button’ all night long…).
[Note: All hands are automatically tracked by the software, but if you want a video replay of a
hand, you need to turn this feature on first.]
						
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There is also a weekly challenge, which is actually open to anyone who has registered, so you
don’t need to be a paying subscriber to participate. You start with a stack of chips and a pre-
set challenge (e.g., playing QQ in 50 different situations), and you are ranked based on how
						
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many chips you end up with compared with everyone else who took the challenge. It’s mostly an
enticement to get you to join the site, but it’s fun and gives you a good feel for the program.
						
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						<strong>Evaluating Your Game</strong>
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Once you’re done playing at the table and hopefully picking up tips and improving your
poker game, you get to check out how you’ve done. Because Advanced Poker Training has
been tracking every hand and every card in each deal you played, they are able to use literally
thousands of pieces of information every session to provide a detailed summary of your play
by hand, position and game difficulty. And they adjust for the luck factor too, so it takes into
account the fact that you made the correct play, even if the outcome wasn’t what you wanted
(i.e., bad beats do not count against you). You are provided with two proprietary skills ratings:
Overall RealPokerIQ Score; and Overall RealPokerSkill Rating as well as several additional
skills indicators that focus on specific facets of your game.
						
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						<strong>Overall RealPokerIQ Score</strong>
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This program gives you a straight-forward poker skills rating, from 0 – 145+. Basically, it tells
you whether or not it thinks you are a good poker player, based on all the hands you played. It
takes into account your overall skills level based on a comparison of how other players have
played similar hands in similar situations. Each rating equates to a different level of player, and
they describe what level you are at and provide general comments on your play.
						
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						<strong>Overall RealPokerSkill Rating</strong>
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This rating is much more intuitive, and is based more on the theory of poker. It analyses not
only your play in various situations, but how your play affected your opponents. Did you make
someone fold a better hand than you? Did you get them to bluff at your lock nuts hand? They
know, because they can see all the cards dealt (you can too, if you want to go back and look at
them). This is all factored into a rating where the mid-point is 0. In other words, if you have a
positive rating, you would be expected to do better than break-even in a real cash money game
with the same results. If you have a negative rating… not so much.
						
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Other ratings of your skill level are also provided:
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<li>Pre-flop Poker Skills Rating – As it sounds. Mid-point of 0.</li>
<li> Flop Poker Skills Rating and Continuation Bet Skills Rating – Tracks your play when
you see a flop and when you initiate the action.</li>
<li> Turn Poker Skills Rating – This is where most playable hands are made or broken.
Determines how well you are able to gauge your hand strength and perhaps more
importantly, your opponents’ hand strength.</li>
<li> River Poker Skills Rating – Again, evaluates your play on the river based on hand
assessment when all the cards are in view.</li>
<li> Ahead Going to the Flop in a Raised Pot – Another interested statistic they monitor.
[Also: Ahead Going to the Turn (adjusted for outs) and Ahead Going to the River
(adjusted for outs)</li>
<li> Won Showdown – Pretty important statistic… did you win the hand?</li>
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All of these ratings are put together in a report which you can access on the
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AdvancedPokerTraining site at any time. The report also provides you with a hand by hand
summary of your play, as well as a bevy of statistics in the form of # of hands played and %
hands played in all the various positions at the table in relation to the blind and how far you
progressed in each hand (i.e., # and % of hands where you saw the flop, turn, river). You can
generate reports by week, month, session, and overall to track your progress as your play
improves.						
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is AdvancedPokerTraining worth it?</h3>
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							It’s hard to accurately evaluate what is effectively a unique concept in training, since there are no other sites to compare it to (other than TestYourPoker, which is the same training site which developed Advanced Poker Training). Pricing, which we can compare, is definitely less than the average site. $20 per month (less if you take the 6-month subscription) is about a third less than most training sites, although you might consider this an apples to oranges comparison. What it comes down to is this: if you are able to recognize and understand the weaknesses in your own game through data reports and real-time tips, this site will prove to be a valuable tool with which to improve your game. If you need more of a hands-on approach, or would rather have instructors download this information to you via videos and examples that you can study and digest over time, you may not find it so useful.  						</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:49:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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<p>PocketFives Training has taken over PokerPwnage&#8217;s business in a huge  acquisition that will add value to both sites and give players a go to  resource for MTT poker training.  Currently the PocketFives Training user base is connecting with the old PokerPwnage user base so we cannot give a full review.  We have been told that a new search function will be unveiled along with a more integrated commenting system from videos.  PocketFives knows how to grow a community so this will be an excellent resource for multi table tournament players going forward and we expect huge things going forward.</p>
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<p>Pocketfives Training did announce that they will be adding new pros so we will definitely keep track of all the changes on our pocketfives training review page here.  Thanks for checking us out and we will continue to update the change over from PokerPwnage to PocketFives Training.</p><br />
<p>Lead Instructors:
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	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/carder-england/">Carder ‘+ to the EV!’ England</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/kevin-1sickdisease-eyster/">Kevin “1sickdisease” Eyster</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/andres-andressoprano-pereyra/">Andres “Andressoprano” Pereyra</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/jon-apestyles-van-fleet/">Jon “Apestyles” Van Fleet</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/brett-bballwiz-fox/">Brett “bballwiz” Fox</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/alexander-assassinato-fitzgerald/">Alexander “Assassinato” Fitzgerald</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/brandon-brandonpl-leeds/">Brandon “BrandonPL” Leeds</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/ej-cardsfan04-folks/">E.J. “cardsfan04” Folks</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/adrian-chardrian-dresel-velasquez/">Adrian “chardrian” Dresel-Velasque</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/mike-gags30-gagliano/">Mike “Gags30” Gagliano</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/david-ghettofabolous-randall/">David &#8220;Ghettofabolous&#8221; Randall</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/jerry-herschelw-watterson/">Jerry &#8220;herschelw&#8221; Watterson</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/matt-mattg1983-graham/">Matt “Mattg1983” Graham</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/ben-neverscaredb-wilinofsky/">Ben “NeverScaredB” Wilinofsky</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/nate-nsinger-singer/">Nate &#8220;nsinger&#8221; Singer</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/russell-rdcrsn-carson/">Russell &#8220;rdcrsn&#8221; Carson</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/jon-sketchy1-eaton/">Jon “Sketchy1” Eaton</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/grayson-the_dean22-nichols/">Grayson “The_dean22” Nichols</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/zack-thrash370-koerper/">Zack “Thrash370” Koerper</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/tom-titantom32-braband/">Tom &#8220;TitanTom32&#8243; Braband</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/tony-guerrera/">Tony “Tony Guerrara” Guerrera</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/damien-zedveron-elsing/">Damien &#8220;zedveron&#8221; Elsing</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/phil-uscphildo-collins/">Phil “USCphildo” Collins</a></li>


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<p>Full news item here for <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/poker-news/pocketfives-training-launches/">PocketFives</a> Launch</p><br />

<p>NeverScaredB talks about game selection and ROI for Capped MTT&#8217;s.  Ben won the $44 4m Tournament in this video.</p><br />
<p>PocketFives Video 1:</p><iframe width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/gSkANb7VHZY?fs=1" frameborder="0" allowFullScreen=""></iframe>
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<p><strong>PocketFives Featured Instructors:</strong></p>
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		<title>Cardrunners Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cardrunners is a training site developed by online poker pro Taylor “Green Plastic” Caby, and backed by the biggest cash game pros online today. Cardrunners poker training is about teaching low limit grinders to high stakes hopefuls how to win [...]]]></description>
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<a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/cardrunners.php">Cardrunners</a> is a training site developed by online poker pro Taylor “Green Plastic” Caby, and backed by the biggest cash game pros online today. Cardrunners poker training is about teaching low limit grinders to high stakes hopefuls how to win like the online pro’s. Cardrunners recently secured a deal with Full Tilt poker which can only mean big things ahead for all members. Cardrunners also revamped their website to make videos easier to find, added a full weekly schedule so you know what poker videos are coming out, and more social features to get interesting articles in the hands of members. Please read our detailed <strong>Cardrunners review</strong> below.<br />
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>Full: $30/month with $100 initiation Waive the initiation Fee with a 12 month membership<br /> Save 10% when you buy a 6 month membership</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Poker Site Transfer (FTP/UB), VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Paypal</p>
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<td class="first" align="center" valign="middle" width="80" height="70">2000+</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="98" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="110" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="115" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
<td class="last" align="center" valign="middle" width="80" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
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<div class="instructors">
<h3>Instructors</h3>
<ul>
	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/david-raptor-benefield/">David &#8220;Raptor&#8221; Benefield</a></li>
	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/taylor-green-plastic-caby/">Taylor &#8220;Green Plastic&#8221; Caby</a></li>
	<li>Matthew &#8220;Matthew Janda&#8221; Janda</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;MDoranD&#8221; Doran</li>
	<li>David &#8220;Meatbuoy&#8221; McDaniels</li>
	<li>Isaac &#8220;Menlo&#8221; Baron</li>
	<li>Matthew &#8220;Mindcirkus&#8221; Wheat</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;Mlagoo&#8221; LaGarde</li>
	<li>David &#8220;Muckducks&#8221; Cairns</li>
	<li>Andrew &#8220;Muddywater&#8221; Wiggins</li>
	<li>Tim &#8220;Nutedawg&#8221; Nuter</li>
	<li>Nelson &#8220;NxtWrldChamp&#8221; Adcock</li>
	<li>Eric &#8220;P3achy Keen&#8221; Liu</li>
	<li>Sasha &#8220;Pokey&#8221; Radisich</li>
	<li>Steve &#8220;PoorUser&#8221; Costello</li>
	<li>Mike &#8220;Predator006&#8243; Six</li>
	<li>Bryan &#8220;PrimordialAA&#8221; Pellegrino</li>
	<li>Lee &#8220;Przytula&#8221; Przytula</li>
	<li>Rick &#8220;Rask&#8221; Mask</li>
	<li>Jordan &#8220;Ridetime&#8221; Glazer</li>
	<li>Michael &#8220;Schneids&#8221; Schneider</li>
	<li>Keeth &#8220;Shabamabam&#8221; Beharrell</li>
	<li>Brendon &#8220;Sippin_Criss&#8221; Williams</li>
	<li>Derric &#8220;Sixpeppers&#8221; Haynie</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/poker-news/new-cardrunners-instructor-andreas-skjerv%c3%b8y-torbergsen/">Andreas &#8220;Skjervøy&#8221; Torbergsen</a></li>
	<li>Mark &#8220;SpartanFox&#8221; Gahagan</li>
	<li>James &#8220;SplitSuit&#8221; Sweeney</li>
	<li>Brian &#8220;Stinger&#8221; Hastings</li>
	<li>Mike &#8220;Timex&#8221; McDonald</li>
	<li>Anthony &#8220;TPirahna&#8221; Pirone</li>
	<li>Bryce &#8220;theBryce&#8221; Paradis</li>
	<li>Steve &#8220;Steve Albini&#8221; Albini</li>
	<li>Devin &#8220;Tranquilchaos&#8221; Porter</li>
	<li>Pawel &#8220;Verneer&#8221; Nazarewicz</li>
	<li>Corwin &#8220;[vital]Myth&#8221; Cole</li>
	<li>Jonathan &#8220;Wooz&#8221; Gaynor</li>
	<li>Yegor &#8220;Xerok&#8221; Tsurikov</li>
	<li>Mark &#8220;µ (x+t)&#8221; Tyson</li>
	<li>Kyle &#8220;Cottonseed&#8221; Hendon</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;Tyresias&#8221; Kaufman</li>
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<div class="guests">
<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
<ul>
	<li>Brian &#8220;BallzDeepx&#8221; Aleksa</li>
	<li>Samer &#8220;braminc&#8221; Khuri</li>
	<li>David &#8220;bruechips&#8221; Eil</li>
	<li>Thomas &#8220;Brystmar&#8221; Berg</li>
	<li>Dan &#8220;Campfirewest&#8221; Deppen</li>
	<li>Eric &#8220;Chipsahoya&#8221; Rodawig</li>
	<li>Collin &#8220;Collin Moshman&#8221; Moshman</li>
	<li>Alvin &#8220;citizenwind&#8221; Lau</li>
	<li>Cyrus &#8220;cpar1&#8243; Partow</li>
	<li>IJay &#8220;Doughnutz&#8221; Palansky</li>
	<li>Duncan &#8220;d_smith77&#8243; Smith</li>
	<li>Eric &#8220;damnringer&#8221; Burtzlaff</li>
	<li>James &#8220;D_Zoo&#8221; Hartt</li>
	<li>Ryan &#8220;Daut44&#8243; Daut</li>
	<li>Dan &#8220;Doctor&#8221; Razz Abrams</li>
	<li>Ed &#8220;Ed Miller&#8221; Miller</li>
	<li>John &#8220;faarcyde&#8221; Faarup</li>
	<li>Michael &#8220;fooz&#8221; Gano</li>
	<li>Haseeb &#8220;INTERNETPOKERS&#8221; Qureshi</li>
	<li>Scott &#8220;iRock&#8221; Augustine</li>
	<li>Phil &#8220;Jackal69&#8243; Shaw</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;Jacksup&#8221; Matros</li>
	<li>Jimmy &#8220;JBaller88&#8243; Ackerman</li>
	<li>Joey &#8220;Jcl&#8221; Lawrence</li>
	<li>John &#8220;JimmyLegs&#8221; Wray</li>
	<li>Daniel &#8220;Jungleman&#8221; Cates</li>
	<li>Kush &#8220;Kush&#8221; Patel</li>
	<li>Tom &#8220;LearnedFromTV&#8221; Chambers</li>
	<li>Jim &#8220;Lefty2506&#8243; Egerer</li>
	<li>Matthew &#8220;m_reed05&#8243; Reed</li>
	<li>Daniel &#8220;Markuis&#8221; Marks</li>
	<li>Peter &#8220;Marshall28&#8243; Jennings</li>
	<li>Brad &#8220;augie00&#8243; Augsburger</li>
</ul>
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<div class="extras grey_bg">
<h3>Video Variety</h3>
<table width="498" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Leak Finder Series:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">43+ Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Sit-N-Go:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">178 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Omaha:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">117 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">NL Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">730 videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Limit Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">234 Videos</td>
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<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Full Ring Series:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">13 Videos</td>
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<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Razz:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">13 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Stud:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">7 Videos</td>
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<tr>
<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Tournaments:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">411 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">Set schedule with between 7-10 videos released each week. All videos are listed a week ahead so you know what to expect.</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Cardrunners is very biased towards NLHE 6 max cash games primarily due to consumer demand. When looking at the videos by type we see that Cardrunners excels at NLHE 6 max at the expense of Full Ring games. This gap has been addressed with the hiring of P3achy_Keen and Ryan Daut but it will take a while to catch up to the other sites. The quality and quantity of Limit HE videos was addressed recently with another top LHE pro, Schneids. Cardrunners has a bevy of high stakes tournament players and it shows by the quantity and quality of their MTT videos. Due to the low demand for &#8220;other&#8221; games cardrunners is a little thin. Cardrunners has recently released more Pot-Limit Omaha videos as that has become a popular game among players looking to diversify their games and our cardrunners review was updated accordingly.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-10-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Cash Games</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong>Pro : <span>Green Plastic, Stinger, Citizenwind, Ed Miller, Raptor</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>This is Cardrunners bread and butter game of choice. All instructors excel at NHLE 6max and it shows by the extreme quality of videos produced.</p>
<strong>NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong>Pro : <span>P3eachy_Keen, Ryan Daut, Rask</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>This is an up and coming area of Cardrunners that has now become very solid with the addition of Rask.</p>
<strong>NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong> <strong>Pro : <span>Green Plastic, INTERNETPOKERS, Jungleman</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Cardrunners has the best NHLE HU pros out of any poker training site. These videos always exceed expectations and do not disappoint</p>
<strong>LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong>Pro : <span>Schneids, theBryce, TPrihana</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The Limit videos are above average compared to other sites. Cardrunners LHE instructor Schneids is pounding out the quality videos but has a bit of catching up to do compared to other sites. With the merger with Stox Poker Cardrunners now has solidified more clout at these games.</p>
<h4>Ratings :</h4>
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<div class="extras grey_bg">
<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Pro : <span>jacksup, Meatbuoy, Menlo, Timex, Tranquilchaos</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>A vast amount of MTT videos despite being known as a &#8220;cash game training site&#8221;. All limits are included from low stakes to the highest online stakes. Cardrunners has some of the top ranked MTT players online and therefore their bias is towards high stakes tournaments with deep structures. These videos will surely step up your tournament game to help you go deep in your next big tournament. Cardrunners continues to hire quality instructors for MTT&#8217;s and has increased their ranking accordingly.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Pro : <span>Collin Moshman, Jackal69, PrimordialAA</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The three above noted pros are the authors for the majority of videos that range in limits from $1 &#8211; $555. These pros have beaten the games for years and because they are able to elaborate on their techniques in their video&#8217;s the user ratings are very high for this section.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>A better selection of cash videos for Pot Limit Omaha then some of the lesser played games. There are a couple videos each of the other games including RAZZ, Omaha Hi/Lo, Draw, Stud, and HA. MTTs are only NLHE except for a few Horse videos. Limited Sit and Go options as well. The lack of videos is mainly due to demand but if you want to learn a new game you will be able to pick up some advanced knowledge through the videos cardrunners does produce. With the recent addition of Skjervoy who plays high stakes PLO Cardrunners should become the best in this department very soon. We just updated our star rating because of this acquisition.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
<div class="extra_content">
<p>Cardrunners did have some audio/video problems with some of their videos but those issues have since been corrected and Cardrunners proved that they are in the past. The biggest complaints from members is in regards to the lack of Full Ring content as mentioned above. Cardrunners is working on solidifying these areas but they do fall below what we come to expect from a top notch training site like Cardrunners.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
<div class="extra_content">
<p>The biggest selling point of Cardrunners is definitely the all star roster. For online cash games, there aren&#8217;t too many bigger names than Green Plastic, Stinger, and all. They easily have the biggest archive of videos available, fast download speeds, and new videos are uploaded daily. Forum activity is high, blog entries are frequent, and the overall site appears to be continuously growing. There recent joint venture with Full Tilt will also mean higher quality promotions, and access to even bigger name pros. The large membership base makes for a solid investment, forums are well populated and support answers questions quickly. Cardrunners has recently updated their website to be more user friendly and added some great features like their weekly video previews. Every video that is released now meets their stricter quality controls that were implemented in 2008.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: Is Cardrunners worth it?</h3>
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<p>Cardrunners is definitely the cream of the crop of training videos that will provide an invaluable resource to all levels of players. Their target market is NLHE 6max players looking to move up limits and make real money. Poker Training Guide believes that making the investment into your game through Cardrunners is totally worth it and that you will recoup your investment in 1 month of playing. You just need to win one extra pot a month to justify the investment. You can easily improve your win rate in a month by following what you see in the videos and how they explain advanced concepts. Cardrunners also has a brand new poker training store for you to purchase cardrunners ebooks, apparel, merchandise, and other goodies.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">Cardrunners Review : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> 9.5/10 </span></h3>
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<h3>Choose your membership</h3>
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<p>Please follow the above link to the <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/cardrunners.php">Cardrunners</a> home page. There is a risk free 7 day free trial to the best poker training site on the internet so you cannot go wrong. Please let us know if you find our Cardrunners review complete.<img src="http://www.cardrunners.com/?refer=pokertraining" alt=" " /> <img src="http://www.trulyfreepokertraining.com/?refer=pokertraining" alt=" " /></p>
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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							Full: $24.99/month with $35 initiation
6 Months: (signup waived) $149.94						</p>
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
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							Poker Site Transfer (FTP/Stars), VISA, Paypal						</p>						
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							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/no.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31">							</td>
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
					<ul>
					<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/phil-uscphildo-collins/">Phil &#8220;USCphildo&#8221; Collins</a></li><li>David &#8220;Ghettofabolous&#8221; Randall</li><li>Alexander &#8220;Assassinato&#8221; Fitzgerald</li><li>Jerry &#8220;herschelw&#8221; Watterson</li><li>Nathan &#8220;nsinger&#8221; Singer</li><li>Russell &#8220;rdcrsn&#8221; Carson</li><li>Tom &#8220;TitanTom32&#8243; Braband</li><li>Jon &#8220;sketchy1&#8243; Eaton</li><li>Chardrian</li><li>Brandon &#8220;BrandonPL&#8221; Leeds</li><li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/matt-mattg1983-graham/">Matt &#8220;mattg1983&#8243; Graham</a></li><li>Ben &#8220;NeverScaredB&#8221; Wilinofsky</li><li>E.J. &#8220;cardsfan04&#8243; Folks</li>		
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					<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
					<ul>
					<li>UH Big Tex</li><li>Watchthesea</li><li>Brett &#8220;bballwiz&#8221; Fox</li><li>Alex &#8220;AGame18&#8243; Deutsch</li><li>Nic &#8220;FU_15&#8243; Maimone</li><li>Wretchy</li><li>in_da_riva</li><li>Damien &#8220;zedveron&#8221; Elsing</li><li>Carder &#8220;+ to the EV!&#8221; England</li>					</ul>
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								Sit-N-Go:
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							Poker Pwnage looks like it will be dedicated to tournament coaching, with some added teachings of sit and go strategies. There are also a handfull of cash and headsup videos.						</p>
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													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Assassinato</span></strong>
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								The only videos here are a $200NL and a couple $100nl 6max videos on cake poker.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>agame18</span></strong>
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								This is not the reason to sign up for PokerPwnage nor do they try to use filler videos in the cash game area. Their rating is not meant to be negative but since they are not a cash game site we have to rate them poorly.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>assassinato, USCphildo, herschelw, Chardrian, agame18, rdcrsn, cardsfan04, TitanTom</span></strong>
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								With several of the top online poker tournament players on the roster, this section is where the majority of the videos will be created for. They each do a great job in evaluating their actions, and there are both live and playback videos. You can also witness the crazy by strategic antics of FU_15 in his rebuy madness videos. With constant signings of top online tournament pros, pokerpwnage is well on its way of becoming one of the top training sites for tournament play.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>uhbigtex, herschelw, fu15, bballwiz</span></strong>
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							Navigation on a simple layout is easy, though it might become a annoyance as the video library continues to grow. There were a few glitches on the video side of things, freezing, window sizing, but most of it appears to be fixed now. Most of the audio is fairly decent, except for in the case of Assassinato&#8217;s videos. There is a lot of static and feedback, which is amplified and extremely annoying when he coughs. Might be an easy fix though with the purchase of a new higher quality mic. There are also improvements that can be made with regards to video variety as they could add more: cash games, buyin variety, mixed games, etc.						</p>
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							The instructors of PokerPwnage are the greatest asset. Having a roster that boasts several of the top ranked P5 players in the world is something worth mentioning. But most importantly, they are good coaches as well, and not just a name. With PokerPwnage.com you are taught a variety of strategies and though processes, which give you the opportunity to decide which lines of thinking works the best with your style of play. Tournament strategy is top notch here.
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							PokerPwnage is entering a very competitive market of online poker training, and judging by various factors, it appears they want to stay and become a force. We don&#8217;t see any reason why this site would fail, as so far the videos are all very informative and well done. With a very low signup fee or 6 month package, it is definately worth a go. Might as well get in while it&#8217;s still cheap. The current outlook is that Poker Pwnage has nowhere to go but up, and is a must buy if you are serious about improving your tournament game.						</p>
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<p>DragtheBar is one of the newest entries into the ever growing poker training scene. Offering a variety of videos in all genres, cash games, tournaments, sitngo’s, Hold’em, Omaha, and even Backgammon training videos, Drag the Bar is looking to become one of the top all around poker training sites.  Dragthebar has since acquired the training site PokerSwat and its 240 poker training video library.  Announcements on how the videos will be integrated will be detailed shortly.  Detailed Drag the Bar review is now complete.</p>
<p>DragTheBar has added significant value to players who play on Carbon and Party Poker with their DTB4FREE program.  This is a special free training program because anyone, including existing players on Party and Carbon, can join.  There is no new poker room signup required.  Raking $500/month on Carbon will get the player a free DragTheBar membership, and earning 1,000 party points will earn it as well (players keeps the points).  There are no deductions anywhere, not to the player&#8217;s rakeback or bonuses.</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p><strong>**No Sign-up Fee on all Memberships!**</strong><br /> 7 Day Free Trial<br /> 1 Month: $29.99<br /> 3 Months: $89.97<br /> (Buy 3 months get 1 month FREE!)<br /> 6 Months: $179.94<br /> (Buy 6 months get 3 months FREE!)<br /> 1 Year: $359.88<br /> (Buy 12 months get 6 months FREE!)</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Credit Card, Paypal, Poker Site Transfer (contact for options)</p>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Videos</td>
<td width="98" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Streaming?</td>
<td width="110" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Downloadable?</td>
<td width="115" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Hand Replayer?</td>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle">1100+</td>
<td width="98" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
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	<li>Hunter &#8220;BeachJustice&#8221; Bick</li>
	<li>Dusty ‘Leatherass’ Schmidt</li>
	<li>Owen “QTip” / “BigOwen” Gaines</li>
	<li>Emil &#8220;darkhorse&#8221; Jonsson</li>
	<li>David &#8220;HeyImDro&#8221; Rowan</li>
	<li>Brent &#8220;El Rubio&#8221; Sheirbon</li>
	<li>James &#8220;JamesD282&#8243; / &#8220;hellopuppy&#8221; Davis</li>
	<li>Ross &#8220;Milwaukee2&#8243; Hartung</li>
	<li>Eric &#8220;DiscoBisco&#8221; Larson</li>
	<li>Charles &#8220;Rakes&#8221; Lei</li>
	<li>Bill Robertie</li>
	<li>Jared Tendler</li>
	<li>Adam &#8220;Squee451&#8243; Sherman</li>
	<li>Jeremy &#8220;Chipsteela&#8221; / &#8220;EndlessJ&#8221; Menard</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;Mbolt1&#8243; Bolt</li>
	<li>Cody &#8220;Bwammo&#8221; Kaiser</li>
	<li>Stosh &#8220;Hatebicycles&#8221; McConnell</li>
	<li>James &#8220;boardrider68&#8243; Romero</li>
	<li>Paul &#8220;GiantBuddha&#8221; Hoppe</li>
	<li>Nathan &#8220;Blackrain79&#8243; Williams</li>
	<li>Greg &#8220;zerosum79&#8243; Jones</li>
	<li>Dustin &#8220;dcook77&#8243; Cook</li>
        <li>Natalie &#8220;fishyfish12&#8243; Ratchford</li>
<li>Jade &#8220;gaygambla&#8221; Lane</li>
<li>Paul &#8220;Vulcans&#8221; Ratchford</li>
<li>Nathan &#8220;BlackRain79&#8243; Williams</li>
<li>Katie &#8220;hotjenny314&#8243; Dozier</li>
<li>Gareth &#8220;Sledghammer&#8221; Allen</li>
<li>Nick &#8220;Hood&#8221; Jones</li>



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	<li>Jake &#8220;7delux7&#8243; Wilkins</li>
	<li>Ian &#8220;IggyMcfly&#8221; Gordon</li>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Sit-N-Go:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">112 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Omaha:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">67 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Poker Math:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">15 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Backgammon:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">35 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NL Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">550 videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Limit Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">122 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Tournaments:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">178 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Averaging about 7 video releases per week</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Looking like a mixed variety based training site at the moment, with a good diversity of pros instructing each field. Currently all are viewable through streaming media and every single video is downloadable in DRM-Free MP4 format as well as ipod versions.  27 Backgammon strategy videos.  They have added quite a few videos by acquiring PokerSwat which has helped their library a lot.  Added DTB Academy, &#8220;Variance-Free Poker Training&#8221; intended as more poker school oriented training. There is now a schedule for video releases for subscribers.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Hunter Bick, QTip, Milwukee2, James Davis, Leatherass, Paul Ratchford </span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Majority of the 6max cash videos are at the small and mid stakes levels ranging from 0.50/1.00 to 3/6.  They have since added a variety of micro stake videos.  High stake videos remain sparse.</p>
<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>James Davis, Jade &#8220;gaygambla&#8221; Lane, DiscoBisco, BlackRain79</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>More and more full ring cash game videos have been added primarily at the small and mid stakes levels.  There are also rush poker strategy videos.</p>
<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Hunter Bick, darkhorse, GiantBuddha</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Headsup video section continues to grow.  Over 60 videos here including a Hunter Bick vs Barny Boatman series.  Very promising section as several LHE headsup videos have been added.</p>
<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>GiantBuddha, darkhorse, La Peste, Sledghammer and Hood</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Limit Holdem cash game videos are now a very strong point for DragTheBar.  With over 90 videos at various stakes, this section is a very solid library of videos.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>ChipSteela, HeyImDro, Brent Sheirbon, boardrider68, Squee451, hotjenny314</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Currently an assortment of MTT videos including freezeouts, rebuys, and various strategy videos differentiated by various stages of a tournament (early, mid, late, final table).  The tournament videos are now well balanced with the rest of the cash game and SNG videos.  Each instructor describes a synopsis of the video to be played and goes through their thought processes very well when play begins.  There are mixed hand replayer and live recording videos.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  																	<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>Rakes, bwammo, boardrider68, zerosum79, and hotjenny314</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The SNG selection now stands by itself in terms of quality content.  With over 100 videos and some great up and coming pros you will get a lot of value just from the SNG section even if you are a cash game only player.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  																	<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>IggyMcfly has 2 omaha videos out including one 6max mid stake PLO video.  How DragtheBar differentiates from other poker training sites is with the addition of Backgammon training videos.  Bill Robertie, co-authour of the popular Holdem on Harrington series, has now provided a full series of backgammon lessons.  Staring off with Backgammon basics, Robertie is releasing about 2 videos per month on backgammon strategy.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>Drag the Bar has minimized most of their weaknesses by acquiring PokerSwat and signing some big name players.  We were a bit unsure on how they would grow but Drag the Bar has doubled in size in the past two months and is poised to impress for a long time coming.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
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<p>The poker training videos on Dragthebar are all excellent quality. The production value is top notch, you will notice it right away when you watch your first video. Site navigation is simple, choose your game type, choose your limits, and choose your table size.  So far the instructors have all done an excellent job in poker training.  No noticeable audio or video qualities, and are all professionally presented.  The addition of 240 videos from PokerSwat will definately be a bonus for both Dragthebar and Swat members.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: 	Is DragTheBar worth it?</h3>
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<p>If your looking to tryout a new poker training site with a bevy of different videos, give it a shot.  A low price point without any sign-up fees is very attractive.  Also prepaying for a year and getting a half year free is not too shabby as well.  As long as they follow their release promises of approx 40 per month, that should be more than enough and worth while to subscribe.  Even if you try it out for a month, that&#8217;s only a little less than $.10 a video.  DTB has also strengthened their original weaknesses to provide an all around great poker training site.  You can find video content for all your poker training needs here.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">Drag the Bar Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> 8.5/10 </span></h3>
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<h3>Sample Video</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/drag-the-bar.php" target="_new"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" title="Drag the Bar video" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/dragthebarvideo.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="389" /></a>
<p>Please follow the above link to the <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/drag-the-bar.php">DragtheBar</a> home page and press play on the sample video. While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the video library, instructor blogs and forums.	<img src="http://www.dragthebar.com/?aid=7" alt=" " /></p>
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		<title>CardKiller Review</title>
		<link>http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/reviews/cardkiller-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 10:43:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[CardKiller.com is aimed at low stakes players who are looking to make more money at poker. PTG believes their target market is the recreational player who wants to learn the game on a deeper level. CardKillers delivers their content by [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[				<a href="http://www.cardkiller.com/page/cklearning.html?cka=8a3a9ac0&#038;ad=e2a17206" target="_new"><img src="http://dev.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/ck_468x60_click2.gif" alt="" title="CardKiller banner" width="468" height="65" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" /></a>
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				<p>
CardKiller.com is aimed at low stakes players who are looking to make more money at poker. PTG believes their target market is the recreational player who wants to learn the game on a deeper level. CardKillers delivers their content by way of videos, audio discussions, and hand analysis.
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<p>
June 6, 2008: CardKiller.com is in the process of revamping their entire product over the next 30 days. PTG has decided that it will warrant another look at that time and will promise another review once the make over happens. We cannot recommend CardKiller at this time to anyone. There are much better options in the poker training world.
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<a href="" target="_new"><img src="http://dev.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/cardkillervideo.jpg" alt="" title="CardKiller video" width="480" height="389" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" /></a>
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Please follow the above link to the Cardkiller home page and choose your free demo video from the top menu of the Cardkiller.com website.<img src="http://www.cardkiller.com/page/cklearning.html?cka=8a3a9ac0&#038;ad=e2a17206" alt=" "> 
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 10:41:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[CardAcademy.com is an Aussie based training site backboned by World Series of Poker 2005 winner Joe Hachem. Instructed by several of the greatest Australian pros, Card Academy is looking to provide some &#8220;Aussie Oy Oy OY&#8221; teaching methods to improve [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[				<a href="http://www.cardacademy.com/?a_aid=ptguide" target="_new"><img src="http://dev.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/cardacademybanner1.gif" alt="" title="CardAcademy banner" width="468" height="65" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" /></a>
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CardAcademy.com is an Aussie based training site backboned by World Series of Poker 2005 winner Joe Hachem. Instructed by several of the greatest Australian pros, Card Academy is looking to provide some &#8220;Aussie Oy Oy OY&#8221; teaching methods to improve your game.
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					<div class="membership">
						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
						<p>

	VIP:$300usd / year $170usd or $180 aud<br/>
Platinum (6mth) : $29.95aud /month + $49.95 aud initiation fee<br/>
Gold: $5.95 AUD (3 days)
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
	Poker Site Transfer (Stars,Hansa &#8211; Platinum package only), <br/>Paypal
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						<tr class="options_top">
							<td height="34" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="first">
								Videos
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="98" valign="middle">
								Streaming?
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="110" valign="middle">
								Downloadable?
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="115" valign="middle">
								Hand Replayer?
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="last">
								Forums
							</td>
						</tr>
						<tr class="options_bottom">
							<td height="70" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="first">
								150+
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							<td height="70" align="center" width="98" valign="middle">
							<img height="33" width="35" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg">		
							</td>
							<td height="70" align="center" width="110" valign="middle">
							<img height="31" width="32" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/no.jpg">						
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							<td height="70" align="center" width="115" valign="middle">
							<img height="31" width="32" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/no.jpg">			
							</td>
							<td height="70" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="last">
							<img height="31" width="32" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg">			
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
					<ul>
<li>Joe Hachem</li>
<li>Emad &#8220;Boondy&#8221; Tahtouh</li>
<li>Nick &#8220;popitpopit&#8221; Nicolaou</li>
<li>Arul &#8220;arulx&#8221; Thillai</li>
<li>Jethro Horowitz</li>
<li>Grant &#8220;grunter321&#8243; Levy</li>
<li>Rayan &#8220;Rkruok&#8221; Nathan</li>
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					<h3>Video Variety</h3>
					<table width="498" align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0">
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						<tr>
							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								NL Holdem
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								40 videos
							</td>
						</tr>
						<tr>
							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Limit Holdem
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								4 Videos
							</td>
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
							Tournaments
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								42 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
						<tr>
							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Sit-N-Go
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								12 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
						<tr>
							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Heads Up
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								9 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
						<tr>
							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Software
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								5 Videos
							</td>
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Omaha
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								36 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Razz
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								1 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Stud
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								7 Videos
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								Release Schedule:
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								Approximately 10 videos are released each month.
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
CardAcademy has a nice mixture and variety of videos. They tend not to specialize in one area, but rather spread it out across the board.	</p>
						<h4>
							Ratings : 
							<img alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" width="155" height="13">
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Nick, Emad, Arul</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Mixture of low to mid limit 6max games here. Highest limit is 5/10NL, and the majority are at the 0.50/1.00 NL limit. Good job of instruction here, as actions are always detailed and explained in full.
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Jethro</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Only a few videos here at low/mid limits
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Nick, Emad</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								A couple high stakes headsup videos
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							<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Emad, Nick</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Mid to high limit LHE videos.
							</p>
							<h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif">
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					<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Emad, Nick, Rayan, Joe Hachem</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								A vast amount of MTT videos though most are in the meduim to high stakes variety. There are only a handfull of videos for mtts under $20. Many of the mtt videos are recorded live, and therefore viewers are able to get real time thinking of the thought processes. Actions are usually explained thoroughly, and video quality pretty good.
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							<h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Sit-N-Go’s (SNG)</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Nick, Emad, Arul, Joe Hachem</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
There is one sick SNG video featuring an allstar lineup ofh Hachem, lilholdem954, mao15, zangbezan24, westmenloAA and others. The rest of the sng videos are anywhere from $5 to $500. Hachem is the instructor for the high limit ones.</p><h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							A very large section of other games, especially in Omaha variants. Like the other sections, instruction for these topics are very well done. Most of the Omaha videos are for cash games.

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						<h4>
							Ratings : 
															<img height="13" width="155" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif">
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
Card Academy does suffer from some audio problems where your speakers will have to be adjusted from video to video. No real cases of where the audio is recorded too loud, but there are plenty when it is too soft. There is also a problem when streaming from Windows Media, where it is impossible to fast forward. There are times when I don&#8217;t watch the whole video in one sitting, and it becomes a pain if you have to watch everything again back in real time. One other glaring issue with CardAcademy.com is that their main draw is the fact that Joe Hachem is an instructor. Unfortunately it doesn&#8217;t appear as if he has done a video since October 2007. Is he still an active instructor?				</p>
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					<h3>Strengths</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
The instructors of Card Academy are generally not known to the mass poker population. Though they are excellent instructors, with both the knowledge base and the references to back them up. All of them take the time to explain their actions and though processes, and not afraid to correct mistakes that they think they made.
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Card Academy worth it?</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
CardAcademy is a pretty good training site. Unfortunately they cater towards an Australian player base, and hardly ever mentioned among the training site circles. As mentioned before Joe Hachem does not really appear active anymore, so its pretty disappointing that your main star stops instructing. If this were to happen with the other training sites, there would be a huge uproar amongst the respective customer base. Should you join? If you are Australian and want to interact with other aussie poker players, sure it&#8217;s a great learning site. For others, there is simply other options out there.
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					Card Academy Review :
					<img height="13" width="155" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif">
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					6.0/10	
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					<h3>Sample Video</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
<a href="" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/images/cardacademyvideo.JPG" alt="cardacademy" title="CardAcademy video" width="480" height="389" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" /></a>
						<p>
Please follow the above link to the Card Academy home page and choose your free sample videos from the bottom of the page.<img src="http://www.cardacademy.com/?a_aid=ptguide" alt=" ">
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		<title>RoyalFlushClub Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 10:24:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[RoyalFlushClub is a poker club / poker school like training site, which provides its club members with an interactive online poker social club atmosphere. Originally founded by poker author and software developer Rick Braddy in 2004, this poker club has [...]]]></description>
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RoyalFlushClub is a poker club / poker school like training site, which provides its club members with an interactive online poker social club atmosphere. Originally founded by poker author and software developer Rick Braddy in 2004, this poker club has recently grown in greater numbers this year, especially since the signing of renowned live and online poker pro Brett &#8220;Gank&#8221; Jungblut to the team. There are much better options in the poker training market. Please look at our Cardrunners review for a much better training option.				</p>
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
						<p>
Standard: $97/year or $29.95 + $9.95/month<br/>
Underground: $197/year or $49.95 + $19.95/month
						</p>
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
Credit Card						</p>						
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								Videos
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								Streaming?
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								Downloadable?
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								Hand Replayer?
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								Forums
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							500+
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					<h3>Mentors</h3>
					<ul>

<li>Brett &#8220;Gank&#8221; Jungblut</li>
<li>Rick Braddy</li>
<li>Coach Mar</li>
<li>Coach Al</li>
<li>Coach Steve</li>
<li>Coach Don</li>
					</ul>
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					<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
					<ul>

<li>Nick</li>

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					<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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								NL Holdem
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								40 videos
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								Limit Holdem
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								3 Videos
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							Tournaments
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								40 Videos
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								Sit-N-Go
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								55 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Omaha
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								7 Videos
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								Other
							</td>
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								70+ Videos
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								Release Schedule:
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								No Set Schedule but (3) three new videos are targeted to be released each week.
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					<div class="extra_content">
						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
Most of the video content for RoyalFlushClub members are instructional videos based on subjects such as bankroll management, dealing with bad beats, continuation bets, etc. The videos are catered towards low stake players and beginners. One thing to note is that there are two levels of subscriptions for RoyalFlushClub members, standard and Poker Underground. Standard members will not get all the videos available, including the Gank videos. There are about 10 downloadable videos, and a handful of ebooks and articles. iPod compatable videos are being worked on.
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						<h4>
							Ratings : 
							<img alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" width="155" height="13">
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Gank, Rick Braddy, Swiffle</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The Gank videos are ok, but some of the other videos offer some -EV advice right off the top. example buying in at 1/2 the max? Too many non live videos as well.
							</p>
								<h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Gank, Swiffle</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Some decent MTT strategy videos by Gank on various subjects such as the art of restealing, bubble play, final table play.
							</p>
							<h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Sit-N-Go’s (SNG)</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Swiffle, Rick Braddy</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
Probably the most informative section on RoyalFlushClub. A collaboration of various sit and go strategies for low stake games
</p><h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
One big turnoff with the RoyalFlushClub is simply to appearance of the site. It is hard to navigate and it takes a while to actually figure out where to go on that site. Plus a lot of the sections, and videos, appear more like an infomercial.
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					<h3>Strengths</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
Portraying a &#8220;poker club&#8221; like atmosphere, that is probably the strongest selling point for RoyalFlushCardMembers.com There is active participation in the discussion forums, and plenty of related strategy articles and ebooks available for members.
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Royal Flush Club worth it?</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
The old fashioned idea of building a poker club where players all over can unite and simply talk and learn together is a pretty good idea. Unfortunately in today&#8217;s world the price just says no. For $200, there is simply better options out there, and buying the &#8220;standard&#8221; package is not a good idea. There isn&#8217;t much in the standard package, and all the &#8220;Gank&#8221; videos, which are all very well done, are part of the Underground package.
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					<h3 class="site_review">
					Royal Flush Club Review :
					<img height="13" width="155" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif">
					<span>
					6.0/10	
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					<h3>Sample Video</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/rfcvideo.jpg" alt="" title="RoyalFlushClub video" width="480" height="389" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" />
						<p>
Please follow the above link to the RoyalFlushClub home page and choose your free sample video from the &#8220;Free Videos&#8221; link on the left side bar of the RoyalFlushClubMembers.com website. While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the pro&#8217;s articles, ebooks and instructional videos.
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		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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Full Access: $24.95/month
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
Poker Site Transfer (UB, FTP), VISA, Paypal						</p>						
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							200+
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					<h3>Mentors</h3>
					<ul>

<li>David Williams</li>
<li>Ari &#8220;Bodog Ari&#8221; Engel</li>
<li>Ryan &#8220;gotskillz&#8221; Fisler</li>
<li>Todd &#8220;NSXT2&#8243; Arnold</li>
<li>David &#8220;Seal&#8221; Eisenstein</li>
					</ul>
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					<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
					<ul>

<li>Chad &#8220;lilholdem954&#8243; Batista</li>
<li>Chris &#8220;Fox&#8221; Wallace</li>

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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Freeze-out
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								24 videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Rebuys
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								31 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
							Final Tables
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								12 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Sit-N-Go
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								15 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Heads Up
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								9 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Cash Games
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								12 Videos
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								5 Card Draw
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								22 Videos
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								Omaha
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								17 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Basic Lessons
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								10 Videos
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							<td class="left" valign="middle" width="150" align="center" height="20">
								Specialty Lessons
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								11 Videos
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								Limit Holdem
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								8 Videos
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								5 Videos
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								No Set Schedule but new videos are targeted to be released each week.
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
The focus of Real Poker Training is tournament play, with videos created to teach all aspects including rebuys, special scenarios, and final table play. With highly successful MTT pros such as NSXT2, lilholdem954, Bodog Ari, and now David Williams, there is certainly a strong teaching force behind these videos. There are also non playing video lessons such as Poker Tracker training, ICM calculations, note taking, and also beginner lessons for those just starting out.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>gotskillz, NSXT2, Fox</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								A few short handed videos played at a Euro site from gotskillz, and a couple 5/10 videos.
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>David Williams, Fox</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								David Williams makes his video debut at a 3/6NL table. Fox instructs the rest of these videos.
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								Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>NSXT2, Bodog Ari, David William, lilholdem954</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The focus of RealPokerTraining, mtts make up the majority of the video selection. This section is separated by freezeouts, rebuys, Headsup, and also a section just for final table play. NSXT2 instructs the majority of the videos, and therefore the stakes are usually in the higher end. There are a couple low limit tournies and a satellite video, but the rest of the low buyin tournies are rebuy videos. Todd Arnold is a very good instructor and explains all his actions in detail. For excitement, the lilholdem954 videos are a blast. Though his explanations may not be the most detailed, his language sure is.
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								Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>NST2 and Fox</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
All sorts of sit&#038;go videos here, ranging from FPP (points) to a $225 level. Well detailed lessons on different scenarios such as increased aggression, discipline, tilt, and recognizing opponent mistakes.							</p><h4>
								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							A good variety of different Omaha games, though most for Pot Limit High. Most of these videos are instructed by Seal. There are a couple hi/lo videos, and even a couple fixed limit ones. The omaha videos are a mixture of mtt and cash games, and are for relatively lower limits. The HORSE videos are a plus as Fox gives an introductory lesson into the game. There is also a Stud and a Razz video. One game that doesn&#8217;t receive too much exposure these days is Draw poker, but if you ever wanted to improve your game in that area, RPT is the place to go. They have more quality 5 Card Draw videos than any other site, plus a free 5Card Draw system article to get you off on the right foot.</p>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
One of the biggest problems with the Real Poker Training videos is the audio quality. Whether it is mic feedback or just unclear audio, the sound quality can definitely be improved. The total RealPokerTraining roster is another aspect that can be improved. The 4 main instructors make up 95% of the videos, so there isn&#8217;t as much variety in playing styles. Bodog Ari has only done 3 videos (though he has recently signed on full time), and lilholdem954 will not be doing anymore. The addition of David Williams is a plus, and hopefully more successful trainers will be added. Also due to the video limitations, multi table videos are not viewable, the tables are much too small to see properly.						</p>
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					<h3>Strengths</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
						<p>
Contrary to the audio quality, the video quality is absolutely perfect. Each video is presented without fault, good brightness. Except when they tried putting more than 1 table on a video, that was a project that didn&#8217;t work. The menu selection is extremely handy, as you can easily select either the instructor or the type of video you want to see with one action. There are also some extremely helpful articles written by the instructors. Topics such as Bankroll management, bluffing, pot odds, pre and post flop play, and much more. Lower price point at RealPokerTraining is also a bonus.	</p>			</div>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Real Poker Training worth it?</h3>
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						<p>
Though the listed price of $24.95 is still definitely worth it, no other training sites offer continuous specials like Real Poker Training. I&#8217;ve seen specials like no initiation fee, buy 6 months get 6 free, 1/2 price monthly fees. There is also a current special where you get a free 1 year subscription to Bluff Magazine. As mentioned before, even at regular price, becoming a member of Real Poker Training is definitely worth it.</p>				</div>
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					Real Poker Training Review :
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					7.5/10	
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Please follow the above link to the RealPokerTraining home page and select Demo Video from the top menu. While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the pro&#8217;s blogs, articles and message board.<img src="http://www.realpokertraining.com/?224" alt=" "><p>			</div>
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		<title>PokerZion Review</title>
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		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PokerZion boasts a unique hands-on approach to poker training where members are assigned to their very own professional poker player. These professional poker players will mentor and guide members through the Iron Lion training. We feel other sites may be [...]]]></description>
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				PokerZion boasts a unique hands-on approach to poker training where members are assigned to their very own professional poker player. These professional poker players will mentor and guide members through the Iron Lion training. We feel other sites may be more suited to you so please check out our pokernews strategy review and cardrunners review.
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Members will be initially assessed through a questionnaire where their holes will be assessed and taken into account in their training. Members are then provided learning modules and will be tested on theory and practice. It doesn&#8217;t just stop with reading as members will also be exposed to various learning videos where they will be placed right in the middle of the action, applying all the theory and concepts they&#8217;ve learned.
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Any new customer who signs up for PokerZion.com through the above banner will receive a free upgrade to Red Chip level. The Red Chip access level is a trial account with a solid amount of content added including: 10 poker videos, access to the forums, quiz results analyzed, and the ability to use the interactive poker video trainer. A $14.95 value FREE. Signup now using bonus code PTG
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
						<p>
White Chip: Free<br/>
Red Chip: $14.95 one time fee<br/>
Green Chip: $19.95/month<br/>
Black Chip: $28.95/month
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					<div class="payment">
						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
Poker Site Transfer (Stars, Absolute)<br/>
Credit Card, Paypal
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								Videos
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								Streaming?
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								Downloadable?
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								Hand Replayer?
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								Forums
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							179+
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							<img height="33" width="35" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg">		
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					<h3>Mentors</h3>
					<ul>

<li>John &#8220;nagarjuna&#8221; Anhalt</li>
<li>Edison &#8220;V_RouNder&#8221; Nguyen</li>
<li>Russell &#8220;Loosefer&#8221; Blattberg</li>

					</ul>
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					<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
					<ul>

<li>Jeff &#8220;JSchnett&#8221; Schnettler</li>
<li>David &#8220;Seal&#8221; Eisenstein</li>
<li>Eric &#8220;P3achy_Keen&#8221; Liu</li>
<li>Sasha &#8220;bikocruz&#8221; Rosewood</li>
<li>Daniel &#8220;DCal Zone&#8221; Didech</li>
<li>wpr101</li>

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					<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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								NL Holdem
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								59 videos
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								Mentoring
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								15 Videos
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							Tournaments
							</td>
							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								43 Videos
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								Sit-N-Go
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							<td class="right" valign="middle" width="348" align="center" height="20">
								7 Videos
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								Video Learning
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								6 Videos
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								Video Training
							</td>
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								4 Videos
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								Black and green chip members are given 6 new videos a month. Also have a ebook on beating the games for sale.
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							PokerZion has a great and well rounded library of videos. The only downside is that it focuses strictly on NL Hold Em. Also, there are no mentoring videos for mid-stakes games. Their library is growing and if their current content is any indication of whats to come, they will have a solid library in due time.
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						<h4>
							Ratings : 
							<img alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" width="155" height="13">
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Edison, John, Russell</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Plenty of cash game videos here ranging from low to mid stakes.
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Russell, John</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Low to mid stakes.
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; Headsup</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Russell</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Low to mid stakes, some playing against other known pros such as TheActionKid and Slippyjacks
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							<strong class="border">LHE &ndash; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span></span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								PokerZion does not go after the limit hold&#8217;em market at this time.
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							<h4>
								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Russell</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								There are some great videos here including EPT qualifiers, Sunday Million, high stakes MTT, among others. The stakes are high and Russell will teach you the tricks of the trade on how to win your way to 1st place if not cash. Emphasis is given on early levels, all the way to bubble and cash. Russell teaches you how to play premium hands, pocket pairs, and playing hands in position. Other topics covered include hand ranges, extracting value, taking notes, etc.
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							<h4>
								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Sit-N-Go’s (SNG)</h3>
					<div class="extra_content">
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>John and Russell</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Although the amount of videos are rather small at the time, the content more than makes up for it. Videos go as high as $50 SNGs, which may be an issue for some. Nonetheless there are full ring, turbo, and heads up SNGs.
<br/>
John and Russell will take you through early play, bubble play, and playing in the money. They teach you a TAG style of play to gain maximum value and how to steal blinds. Other topics covered include hand ranges, extracting value, taking notes, etc.
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								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="">
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						<p>
PokerZion&#8217;s video library is quite small right now but is expanding. There is few content on games not named no limit and their library of videos is still expanding. Also not enough &#8220;popular pros&#8221; to sell the site, though the current instructors do a sufficient job.						</p>
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PokerZion has a unique concept in their hands-on training where they will take you at ground zero and turn you into a winning player. They don&#8217;t just leave you alone to watch videos, they mentor you the whole way. The training videos is a very unique and effective method of training. It is an online video where action is paused and the user is prompted for the correct answer through a multiple choice question. Your answer is then scored and the instructor explains their actions while play is resumed. There are also non video tests where results are forwarded to your assigned mentor and a review session is setup to discuss. Another bright spots include: railbird sessions where students get to talk with mentors on skype and watch them play, poker workshops, and poker pro chats. Both theory and practice are applied, as PokerZion has a comprehensive learning system intact.	</p>			</div>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is PokerZion worth it?</h3>
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PokerZion is highly recommended for new players and intermediate players. Advanced players won&#8217;t benefit as much, although it&#8217;s always good to get a refresher on certain concepts or fill in some gaps. PokerZion does have one on one mentoring where players can bounce questions and hand histories off proven winners. The site is still growing, and in the future I&#8217;m sure that advanced players will be able to get a lot out of PokerZion. The future looks promising for PokerZion, as they have a great interactive Iron Lion program unlike other training sites. Once they expand their library and increase their video count, they will be a legit contender in the training world, dare say in a class of their own.</p>				</div>
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					PokerZion Review :
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					7.5/10	
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Please follow the above link to the PokerZion home page and click the free sample video in the center of the PokerZion.com website. While your there click join and become a white chip member for free access to the forum and check out their well written articles and poker essays.<img src="http://www.pokerzion.com/?af=ptguide&#038;bn=2" alt=" ">		
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		<title>PokerXFactor Review</title>
		<link>http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/reviews/pokerxfactor-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:51:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PokerXFactor is a training site developed on the strengths of poker pros Eric &#8220;Sheets&#8221; Haber and Cliff &#8220;JohnnyBax&#8221; Josephy, and backed by the some of the biggest names of online poker today. PokerXFactor is more of a resource based poker [...]]]></description>
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						PokerXFactor is a training site developed on the strengths of poker pros Eric &#8220;Sheets&#8221; Haber and Cliff &#8220;JohnnyBax&#8221; Josephy, and backed by the some of the biggest names of online poker today. PokerXFactor is more of a resource based poker training site, rather than just a gathering of videos, with the addition of hand histories, lectures, and quizzes. With the recent acquisition of PokerFox, the video and talent base will grow tremendously, something both current and future PokerXFactor members should be very excited about. After reading our PokerXfactor review please take a look at the new <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/reviews/tournament-poker-edge-review/">Tournament Poker Edge</a> training site as they are exclusivily shooting MTT videos and will compete with PokerXfactor.
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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Full: $24.95/month with $119.95 Sign-Up Fee
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
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Poker Site Transfer (UB), Credit Card, Paypal
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							1054+
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<li><a href="/profiles/cliff-johnnybax-josephy/">Cliff &#8220;JohnnyBax&#8221; Josephy</a></li>
<li> Eric &#8220;Sheets&#8221; Haber</li>


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					<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
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<li>Eric &#8220;Rizen&#8221; Lynch</li>
<li>Kevin &#8220;BeL0WaB0Ve&#8221; Saul</li>
<li>Chris &#8220;brsavage&#8221; Savage</li>
<li>Jon &#8220;PearlJammer&#8221; Turner</li>
<li>Jon &#8220;Apestyles&#8221; Van Fleet</li>
<li>Mike &#8220;inissint&#8221; Glasser</li>
<li>Joe &#8220;Hoodini10&#8243; Udine</li>
<li>&#8220;aaaaaaaa&#8221;</li>
<li>Alex &#8220;AJKHoosier1&#8243; Kamberis</li>
<li>Paul &#8220;uclabruinz&#8221; Smith</li>
<li>Adam &#8220;hatfield13&#8243; Stemple</li>
<li>Chris &#8220;PokerFox&#8221; Wallace</li>
<li>Chris &#8220;beanmo&#8221; Mozingo</li>
<li>Scott &#8220;Big Riskky&#8221; Clements</li>
<li>Mark &#8220;MScell&#8221; Scellato</li>
<li>Jerry &#8220;Sandler1860&#8243; Payne</li>
<li>Dave &#8220;Doubledave22&#8243; D&#8217;Alesandro</li>
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								56 Videos
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								No Set Schedule but between 10-15 videos are released each month. Mostly geared towards MTT&#8217;s/SNG&#8217;s
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
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							PokerXFactor was once mainly a tournament based training site, but with the acquisition of PokerFox, that will all change. Expect a nice mix of all areas of poker. The fact that there is a huge instructor list of top name pros, means that there is a wide assortment of playing styles taught. Learning all spectrums, from the TAG styles of Pearl Jammer / Rizen vs the extreme LAG styles of BeL0WaB0Ve, you are able to determine which method fits you best.
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							Ratings : 
							<img alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" width="155" height="13">
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Rizen, Fox</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Most of the Cash games are instructed by Rizen. Even though there aren&#8217;t too many, the actual quality learned is excellent. Ranges from low limit to $5/10
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Rizen, Sheets, PokerFox</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Ranges from low limit to $5/10. Addition of PokerFox helped grow this area.
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &ndash; Headsup</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Rizen</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Rizen $1/2 and $2/4 headsup series
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							<strong class="border">LHE &ndash; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Rizen</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Only 1 limit video and it is on a full ring table at $2/4
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								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="">
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					<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Sheets, Rizen, JohnnyBax, Belowabove, PearlJammer, apestyles, brsavage, AJKHoosier10, aaaaaaaa, UCLABruinz, mscell</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Out of all the training sites, PokerXFactor probably has the best &#8220;instructors&#8221; of the game. The coaches of each video often explain in detail the reasoning behind their actions, and also explore &#8220;what if&#8221; scenarios that might come across. A wide array of playing styles are covered, and also a broad range of limits. The tournament traing section of pokerxfactor is definately top notch.
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								Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Sheets, JohnnyBax, Inissint, Beanmo</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The above noted pros are the authors for the majority of videos that range in limits from $1 &#8211; $2000. Sheets plays SNGs for a living and is known as one of the best in the world. The addition of Inissint only adds to that as he also is known as one of the best. SnG pro Beanmo was just added to the lineup as well.
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								Ratings : 
								<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="">
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
Right now there are tons of PLO videos for both cash games and multitable tournaments. The addition of Hatfield13, BigRiisky, and others should add to this mix. No other games are covered.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
							<img height="13" width="155" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="">
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The biggest weakness of PokerXFactor is probably the release frequency. Tournament series videos are released in parts of 40-60mins each. Some series go as long as 10 parts, but unfortunately they are not all released at once. Sometimes you can wait a month from part to part, and you pretty much forget what went on the previous episode. For such a top of the line training centre, releases aren&#8217;t as frequent as others, especially considering the price is the highest in the industry. The lack of sorting options is also a pain, as searching for specific videos is tough. There are currently only 3 sorting options: author, media type, and game type. So you cannot search for example 6max cash games only, or even PLO games.						</p>	
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With a huge video library, finding videos that interest you should not be too difficult. The site also keeps track of the videos you have already viewed, so you can go through them all one by one. One big plus about PokerXFactor is its growing community. Because of the Freerolls, leagues, pxf branded store merchandise, and other giveaways, forum traffic is pretty strong, and various pros are often participating in discussions. It&#8217;s not only limited to pxf instructors, big name players such as Annette15, and Kenny Rap are often participating and submitting hand histories! Also Since hand histories are loaded into the PXF built software, picture quality is top notch. Beginning June 1 2009, PXF will be releasing downloadable videos in .m4v and/or .mp4 formats with no DRM for use with your ipod or other portable device. All new single table videos will be released in that format, and gradual conversion of previously released 2009 videos, as well as the most popular ones pre 2009.					</div>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is PokerXFactor worth it?</h3>
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PokerXFactor is definitely the one of the top training videos that will provide an invaluable resource of all levels of players, especially on the tournament and sit&#038;go side. The level of instruction is unbelievable, making them great teachers. The initial signup fee is a hefty one for those without a large bankroll, but I&#8217;d recommend going outside your bankroll to pay for this. I would rather have 1 month of pxf, than HOH volumes 1-5!
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					PokerXFactor Review :
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					8.5/10	
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Please follow the above link to the PokerXFactor home page and check out the demos.While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the PXF Hand Viewer tool. Subscribe to become a full member for full access!						</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:03:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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<h2 align="center">PokerVT Promo Code</h2>
<p>PokerVT is the newest <a href="/">poker training</a> site that is the brainchild of poker pro Daniel Negreanu, but with a new perspective to teaching. Poker Virtual Training features some of the top pros offline and online coming together to teach poker in a way that has not been done before. Our PokerVT review is very comprehensive.</p>
<p>The concept behind Poker Virtual Training is somewhat similar to other training sites but with an added component for live play. This live component is what set <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/pokervt.php">PokerVT.com</a> apart from the rest of the training sites currently online. The live footage will consist of pros and amateurs playing poker with Daniel Negreanu commentating and stopping the play to discuss learning opportunities as they arise. His commentary will not be for entertainment purposes at all. Daniel will discuss the thinking behind the plays before he gives the proper advice to learn from.</p>
<p>Right now there are lessons involving tournament play, sit and go play, Headsup action, and No Limit Holdem Cash videos for both short handed and full tables. Nothing on other styles of poker as of yet. Please continue to read our full PokerVT review now. We also have special promotions with PokerVT from time to time so please check back for a PokerVT Promo Code.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/free-poker-training/"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/getitfree.png" alt="" width="84" height="30" /></a>    Use our <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/free-poker-training/">free poker training</a> promotion to get a PokerVT 3 month membership for free!</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>Signup Fee (inc access for 90 days): $0<br /> Monthly Fee (after 90 days): $29.99</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Credit Card: VISA or Mastercard</p>
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<p>Bonus code NEGREANU and save 20% off the signup fee</p>
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<h3>Instructors</h3>
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	<li><a href="/profiles/daniel-kid-poker-negreanu/">Daniel &#8220;KidPoker&#8221; Negreanu</a></li>
	<li>Adam Junglen</li>
	<li>Paul &#8220;Kwickfish&#8221; Wasicka</li>
	<li><a href="/profiles/justin-booosted-j-smith/">Justin &#8220;Booosted J&#8221; Smith</a></li>
	<li>JC &#8220;PrtyPSux&#8221; Alverado</li>
	<li>Professor Charley Swayne</li>
	<li><a href="/profiles/annette-annette_15-obrestad/">Annette &#8220;Annette_15&#8243; Obrestad</a></li>
	<li>Jason &#8220;JCarver&#8221; Somerville</li>
	<li>Bryan &#8220;Devo&#8221; Devonshire</li>
	<li>Nick &#8220;Sinko_Mikko&#8221; Rainey</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;Ch0ppy&#8221; Kay</li>
	<li>David &#8220;HighRollin44/GrinDeR444&#8243; Redlin</li>
	<li>Jon &#8220;soccermom5&#8243; Ettinger</li>
	<li>Josh &#8220;TheNorfMan&#8221; Norris</li>
	<li>Grayson &#8220;SpaceGravy&#8221; Physioc</li>
	<li>Jon &#8220;PearlJammer&#8221; Turner</li>
	<li>Alex &#8220;Kadabra&#8221; Keating</li>
	<li>Peter &#8220;Breeth&#8221; Turmezey</li>
	<li>Derek &#8220;Derk&#8221; Williams</li>
	<li>Aaron &#8220;abarone68&#8243; Barone</li>
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<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
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	<li>Kirk Morrison</li>
	<li>Alex Outhred</li>
	<li>Josh Arieh</li>
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<h3>Daniel Negreanu aka Kid Poker</h3>
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<p>Instructs: Basic &amp; Advanced Strategy, Headsup Sit &amp; Go, NL Cash</p>
<p>As the backbone behind the PokerVT training program, Daniel Negreanu provides in depth analysis on various areas of his expertise. The main category is his &#8220;Custom Course on Hold&#8217;em&#8221;. In it features some basic strategies and philosophies, his advice on playing small ball poker, rules &amp; etiquette of the game, and also even a Q&amp;A with KidPoker himself. The small ball poker lesson is nicely categorized by action, ie starting hands, betting, flop play, river play, etc.</p>
<p>The next section of Daniel&#8217;s training is the &#8220;Hand Analysis&#8221; playbook. Here each hand is played out in &#8220;live video&#8221; format where the hand is played live, filmed, and narrated and analysed by Daniel. There are lessons on both cash games and tournaments here. Negreanu provides some invaluable commentary on each hand, and often pausing action to fully explain his thoughts on what was done right, and what moves were -EV. His hand analysis also includes discussion on classic hands such as his infamous bluff on Freddy Deeb at the Championship Poker at the Plaza 2004, and hands that other people played including Joe Hachem&#8217;s debatable mucking of his 2nd nut straight vs Jordan Morgan&#8217;s top set.</p>
<p>The online instruction for Daniel Negraenu features mostly headsup matches, either in a sit and go format or straight cash game. There is also a unique feature when he plays headsup with Adam Junglen. The audio pans back and forth during the action, and provides a fantastic opportunity to hear thoughts from both players while the action takes place. In addition there is also a high stakes NL 6max cash table video. The online section is a collection of standard training videos, not unlike any of the other training sites.</p>
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<h3>Annette Obrestad aka Annette_15</h3>
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<p>instructs: Tournaments</p>
<p>2007 WSOPE winner Annette Obrestad makes her video debut with PokerVT, teaching what she knows best, tournament play. In her tournament series &#8220;Learn To Pick Your Spots,&#8221; Annette provides her insights on when to steal, when to raise, when to fold in various mtt scenarios during her live play. As expected, her instructions are top notch. One issue about Annette_15 videos is that they will all be played on Betfair due to her sponsorship deal with them.</p>
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<h3>Adam Junglen aka AdamJunglen</h3>
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<p>instructs: Tournaments</p>
<p>Online tournament pro Adam Junglen provides a mathematical approach to various tournament scenarios. His lessons include considering stack sizes, playing positional poker, picking battles, analyzing betting patterns, and also varying up your play. In Adam Junglen videos&#8217;, his detailed approach to decision making is enough proof as to why he is considered a force to be reckoned with in the tournament world.</p>
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<h3>APaul Wasicka aka Kwickfish</h3>
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<p>Instructs: Headsup Tournaments</p>
<p>Paul Wasicka is best known for being the 2006 WSOP runner up to the infamous Jamie Gold. Though significantly less financially rewarding, but possibly a greater achievement was his victory in the 2007 NBC Heads Up Poker Championship. So who better than to instruct on heads up tournament play but Kwickfish himself! In this series Paul talks through his thought process on key hands vs each opponent enroute to his win. Though this section is intriguing, there is definite room to grow, as it is only 5 hands in total. At least a complete headsup tournament video would be expected in here.</p>
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<h3>Justin Smith aka Booosted J</h3>
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<p>Instructs: NLHE 6max Cash Games</p>
<p>Online cash pro Booosted J finally decides to reveal his cash game secrets, providing in-depth analysis from low to mid stake games. Lessons including beginner basics, taking advantage of the fish, stack building, and not forcing your play. The audio in BooostedJ lessons are often muffled, not sure if its his mic or just not good voice projection. There are times when he is too silent, but when he does talk, his thoughts are relayed well.</p>
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<h3>JC Alverado aka PrtyPSux</h3>
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<p>Instructs: Cash games full table and short handed</p>
<p>The unorthodox cash strategies of JC Alverado are revealed in his 3 series, 46 part, cash game adventures in mid and high stakes. His topics include using all the tools, creating table image and playing with your instincts, and a special section of playing with pros and money management. You really get a change of pace here, as PrtyPSux has a style that definitely differs from that of other online cash pros you may have watched videos from. Though not unlike all the successful pros as they all have the same strategy in mind, that being aggression.</p>
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<h3>Professor Charley Swayne</h3>
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<p>Instructs: Math</p>
<p>An interesting addition to the PokerVT lineup is that of Professor Charley Swayne and his lessons on the mathematics in poker. His lessons include the basics of math in different areas of a poker hand, the calculation of numbers and odds, and relative strength. This is very unique and it adds another dimension of training not available on any other site. Reading books about Math is most likely boring for the majority of players out there. Video lessons the boredom, but to many, math is still math.</p>
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<h3>Other Instructors</h3>
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<p>instructs: Tournaments</p>
<p><strong>Matt &#8220;Ch0ppy&#8221; Kay</strong> is a Sunday Millions winner and a runner up in the Carplayer Online Player of the Year race, currently has currently has 2 MTT video series up. One of them is a 12 part series on approaching the final table and the other is a Rebuy Satellite into the PCA on PokerStars. His videos are rather disappointing as they are filled with long spans of no comment whatsoever from him, at times leaving you wondering if the video is not properly working then suddenly you hear a noise and eventually him talking. Some of these spans run as long as 2:30 and make the videos extremely difficult to sit through and are very disappointing considering the caliber of player he is. Definately can improve as an intstructor on video.</p>
<p><strong>Grayson &#8220;spacegravy&#8221; Physioc</strong> is a recent addition coming over from an SNG only site and his SNG videos are pure gold. He has a combination of videos ranging from replayer videos to 4 tabling live play on PokerStars where he is a SuperNova Elite player. All his videos are filled with good commentary and instruction. One of his replayer videos features him commenting on a hand history review of a student/protege of his and is a very good SNG video series. He has definately come a long way as an instructor and is a worthwhile addition for PokerVT in the SNG department. Very much looking forward to more training videos from spacegravy.</p>
<p><strong>Josh &#8220;theNorfman&#8221; Norris</strong> has done all his MTT video series as hand history replayer videos. Unlike Matt Kay&#8217;s videos theNorfman videos are full of colorful commentary. One good thing about his commentary is that on the hands he is not involved in he will still comment on other players hands and the moves they make and whether or not he believes they are good plays etc. The MTTs range from rebuys to bounty games and are a very good look behind the thinking process of theNorfman. Very good instructional videos and a good addition for PokerVT&#8217;s MTT department, adding further depth to this area.</p>
<p><strong>David &#8220;GRinDer444&#8243; Redlin</strong>, 2008 Online Player of the Year, currently has 5 different series of MTTs with some being extremely long. One of his series, perhaps the longest one has him playing the Absolute Poker $75K and while simultaneously multi tabling on Poker Stars. It&#8217;s a very good and different series in that you see him not only spanning both sites as he is playing but explaining thoroughly his moves in real time which is very interesting for those aspiring multi tabler&#8217;s out there. David is a very good instructor and his live videos are very well done and do not have much dead time on them. Definately a must watch for MTT players.</p>
<p><strong>Nick &#8220;Stinko_Mikko&#8221; Rainey</strong> has several SNG video series on the site. His videos feature a nice variety ranging from a beginner&#8217;s series on SNG&#8217;s, bounty videos, PokerStars steps, hand history replayer vids, software tools and even a cash video thrown in for good measure. Clearly this is a man with no shortage of material to provide for the site. All his videos are full of information pertinent to the videos and all his commentary is very well done with very little dead time. Clearly he is at ease in the instructional setting and very willing to share the wealth of experience and knowledge he possesses with the subscribers to this site. Definately a good addition to the SNG department.</p>
<p><strong>Jason &#8220;JCarver&#8221; Somerville</strong> has several MTT series that range from full ring to 6 max tables and vary in presentation style from replayer videos to live player video. Jason is among the best MTT instructors out there in how he delves into the different factors involving in coming to a decision during a hand. His explanations are in depth with him fully discussing hand ranges, pot odds and positional play. His discussions on hand ranges during tournament play are among the most detailed as there is no lightly glossing over decisions but rather a very clearly defined explanation as to his thought process. Clearly a top notch instructor that is probably underrated. Do not miss out on his videos.</p>
<p><strong>Bryan &#8220;Devo&#8221; Devonshire</strong> rounds out the MTT dept at PokerVT with HORSE and Omaha 8 or Better videos. He has several series and all of them are single table presentations played at PokerStars. Clearly a solid overall player he covers the decision making process rather eloquently and clearly. Devo covers other aspects of play other than decision making such as how to approach a new table and adjust to players strengths etc. Very solid videos for those who like to play games other than No Limit Holdem.</p>
<p><strong>John &#8220;SoccerMom5&#8243; Ettinger</strong> has several NLH Cash videos. His videos are all 6 max cash and vary from live play to power point presentations. Among his videos is a very good power point presentation on 3 betting basics which is a must see for any 6 max players out there. He clearly covers, 3 betting, &#8220;poker math&#8221;, hand range explanations and how to exploit both aggressive and passive opponents at your table using position. This young man is clearly one of the best 6 max instructors at any site.</p>
<p><strong>Tanatloc</strong> has several series covering poker software, specifically Poker Tracker 3. He covers everything from installing the PT3 to setting up a HEM, reviewing hand histories, backing up and restoring your database, and using it during tournament play. Very good and clearly explained videos. It would be nice to see the same thing with Holdem Manager but for PT3 users these are must watch videos, especially if you are new to PokerTracker3.</p>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>Because of PokerVT.com&#8217;s Virtual training platform, one major problem that arises is system resource hogging. Though there are poker applications that are far worse, PokerVT does require a lot of memory, and at times your computer is working in overdrive. There has also been some instances of freezing and crashing, especially when using IE. In general the audio is decent, but there are times when the instructors/players mumble when they talk making it difficult to hear what they are saying. This is especially the case with the &#8220;live video&#8221; sessions. There is a test you can take (even without a subscription) called the N-Spat. Good idea, except for the fact that most questions are just confusing and irrelevant. Being a new site, the content is also relatively small in quantity, but hopefully will not be a problem in the future. One small suggestion for future live videos though it may only be for personal satisfaction, more female players please!</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
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<p>The biggest selling point of PokerVT is that it is simply a more enjoyable way to learn. The site is layed out beautifully, and the live video lectures and lessons are not only informative, they are simply a pleasure to watch. The quality of instructors is definitely key here, and we will look forward to viewing more videos from this team. There are also a couple of side games to play: D&#8217;s nuts, and poker jargon which are fun for a few minutes. Also remarkably, even with all the resource issues, the loading times of this site are very fast. Even faster than some of the regular basic html based sites out there.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: Is PokerVT worth it?</h3>
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<p>PokerVT is entering a now crowded market, but to its credit, entered with a bang and with an unparalleled vision. Everything visually with Poker VT is top notch, but right now the focus is on the beginner and intermediate level players. We expect PokerVT to add more advanced strategies and different levels of play in the future to compete with the other top training sites, especially in the live video sections. Right now the price is on the hefty side, but not unexpected due to the heavy resources required to put this project together. Now no activation fee.  In conclusion, if you are looking for a new way to learn, look no further, the future is bright for PokerVT, and we strongly feel that the quality will only get better. With the recent additions of some very strong online players and even more to be announced soon, PokerVT is looking to establish itself amongst the top of the poker training class.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">PokerVT Review: <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> 8.5/10 </span></h3>
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<div class="extra_content"><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/pokervt.php" target="_new"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" title="PokerVT video" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/pokervtvideo.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="389" /></a>
<p>Please follow the link to the PokerVT home page and choose your free sample video. While you are there, fell free to take the absolutely free <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/pokervt.php">Poker VT N-SPAT</a> test to see how you score.<img src="http://www.cardsvt.com/t/url.php/cid/19/sid/36" alt=" " /></p>
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		<title>PokerSchoolOnline Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 19:48:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[PokerSchoolOnline has memberships starting at $14.95 per month. The instructor lineup has a few big name live pros including TJ Cloutier, Al Spath, Russell Fox, Rolf Slotboom with guest appearances by other big name live pros. If you are wanting [...]]]></description>
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PokerSchoolOnline has memberships starting at $14.95 per month. The instructor lineup has a few big name live pros including TJ Cloutier, Al Spath, Russell Fox, Rolf Slotboom with guest appearances by other big name live pros. If you are wanting to improve your live tournament or cash game skill PokerSchoolOnline might be the site for you.
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		<title>PokerSavvyPlus Review</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[PokerSavvyPlus+, a relatively new training site from the free gift promo providers. Ranging from beginner limits to high stakes, PokerSavvyPlus provides a wide range of instructional videos. Poker Savvy Plus also features one of the most popular poker players ever: [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/pokersavvy-plus.php" target="_new"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" title="PokerSavvyPlus banner" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/ps_banner_468x60_matusow.gif" alt="" width="468" height="65" /></a></p>
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<p>PokerSavvyPlus+, a relatively new training site from the free gift promo providers. Ranging from beginner limits to high stakes, PokerSavvyPlus provides a wide range of instructional videos. Poker Savvy Plus also features one of the most popular poker players ever: Mike &#8220;The Mouth&#8221; Matusow. PokerTrainingGuide&#8217;s visitors should take advantage of the PokerSavvy Plus Free Trial Offer and enjoy your first week free!  Read our full Poker Savvy Plus review now.</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>Monthly: $24.99 &#8211; 3 Months: $75<br /> 6 Months: $140 &#8211; 1 Year: $250<br /> 7 Day Trial: Free</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Poker Site Transfer (FTP), CreditCard<br /> Moneybookers, Savvy Points, Pokerroom<br /> Promo</p>
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<td width="98" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Streaming?</td>
<td width="110" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Downloadable?</td>
<td width="115" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Hand Replayer?</td>
<td class="last" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Forums</td>
</tr>
<tr class="options_bottom">
<td class="first" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle">450+</td>
<td width="98" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
<td width="110" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31" /></td>
<td width="115" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31" /></td>
<td class="last" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31" /></td>
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<div class="instructors">
<h3>Instructors</h3>
<ul>
	<li>Justin &#8220;WPTHero&#8221; Rollo</li>
	<li>Tony &#8220;Bond18&#8243; Dunst</li>
	<li>Evan &#8220;_Fisherman&#8221; Roberts</li>
	<li>Andrew &#8220;Foucault&#8221; Brokos</li>
	<li>Christian &#8220;charder30&#8243; Harder</li>
	<li><a href="/profiles/mike-sir-watts-watson/">Mike &#8220;Sir Watts&#8221; Watson</a></li>
	<li>Tom &#8220;LearnedFromTV&#8221; Chambers</li>
</ul>
</div>
<div class="guests">
<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
<ul>
	<li>Jimmy &#8220;Gobboboy&#8221; Fricke</li>
	<li>Isaac &#8220;Ike&#8221; Haxton</li>
	<li>Shaun &#8220;&amp;^#^$@&#8221; Deeb</li>
	<li>Chris &#8220;SavvyChris&#8221;</li>
	<li>Kaveh &#8220;iStrong&#8221; Samani</li>
	<li>Andrew &#8220;AMA0330&#8243; Arnott</li>
	<li>Adam &#8220;AS8Poker&#8221; Shuman</li>
	<li>Noah &#8220;NoahSD&#8221; StephensDavidowitz</li>
	<li>Erik &#8220;Helgast&#8221; Christiansen</li>
	<li>Felix &#8220;Flixxx&#8221; Schneiders</li>
	<li>Naseem &#8220;Nas&#8221; Makiya</li>
	<li><a href="/profiles/dani-ansky-stern/">Dani &#8220;Ansky&#8221; Stern</a></li>
</ul>
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<h3>Video Variety</h3>
<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="498" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NL Holdem</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">155 videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Limit Holdem</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">45 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Tournaments</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">168 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Sit-N-Go</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">5 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Horse</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">23  Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Heads Up</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">75 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Omaha</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">60  Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Full Ring</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">15  Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Short Handed</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">211 Videos</td>
</tr>
<tr class="release">
<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">No Set Schedule but approximately 5 videos are released each week and they are all quality videos.</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>PokerSavvyPlus has a nice mix of video types that will cater towards a player that enjoys playing all areas of poker. Other than sit n gos, there is a nice selection of each game type. The skill level ranges from low stakes to high stakes, though there are more high stakes videos than most sites. PokerSavvy Plus utilizes chapters and each video is relatively short, approximately 10mins each.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Cash Games</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Ansky, Ike, Foucault, ama0330, SirWatts</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Mostly higher limit videos are, but there are some mid and low level ones. The lol at Phil Hellmuth video is a joy to watch.</p>
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<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Ansky, _Fisherman, Nas, iStrong</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Headsup pro Evan Roberts provides some good lessons and demonstrations of quality heads up play.</p>
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<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
 <strong class="border">Pro : <span>tribefan9</span></strong>
 <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Chris Rhodes introduces beginner limit strategies for both short handed and full ring, then continues lessons on mid and high stakes games.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  								<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>Jurollo, Bond18, Ansky</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Now none of these instructors may be top ranked pros, but where they make up for it is that they are excellent teachers. Producing an instructional video doesn&#8217;t&#8217; just consist of putting a big name player behind a mic and commenting on their play, the viewer has to actually get something out of the video for it to be successful. The Poker Savvy Plus tournament instructors do this very well, they make sure you understand why they perform the actions that they do.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  								<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>_Fisherman</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>This is a neglected area with Poker Savvy Plus with their focus primarily on cash games and MTT&#8217;s.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  								<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-1-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>A decent selection of cash videos for Pot Limit Omaha, HiLow, and Horse by Gobboboy and Mike the Mouth. Nothing on the tournament side for these games as of yet. My early expectations of the Mike Matusow videos were pretty much good value just for entertainment purposes. After watching his videos, I was very impressed. Now would you really want to take lessons from a compulsive gambler who has gone busto numerous times? The thing is, Mike is a very good teacher, and provides some excellent insight on these mixed games. So not only do you get an exciting video, you get great lessons as well!</p>
<h4>Ratings :  							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
<div class="extra_content">
<p>One problem with training sites with broad spectrums is that nothing is really specialized. It is ideal if you wish to learn strategies for all things poker, but if you are trying to work on a few parts of your game at a time, you might only find a couple videos for it, and you will have to find it first. There are also some audio issues with the videos, you might have to adjust the volume up or down depending on the video. There is also a lot of background noise that can be worked on. Please support PokerSavvyPlus so that Mr. Matusow can afford a new mouse that doesn&#8217;t click so loud. Some issues with the video quality on a few videos, but for the most part they were high quality.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
<div class="extra_content">
<p>As mentioned earlier, PokerSavvy Plus filled their roster with instructors who are good teachers. Their thoughts are relayed through the videos and you can easily step into their shoes. The website has a nice layout and easy to navigate. Drop down menus allow you to select by instructor, game type, and table size. While each video chapter is nice and short, it is also easy to play the next chapter simply by clicking on the chapter button. Many other sites require you to pack out into the main screen, refresh, or some other annoying method. There are also numerous chat with the instructor events which occur on a weekly basis.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: 	Is PokerSavvy Plus worth it?</h3>
<div class="extra_content">
<p>Poker Savvy Plus is a nice new site that should be seriously considered when choosing poker training sites. They are a late arrival to the scene but have done a lot of nice things to add to their service. The price point is very affordable with the no initiation fee, and a free 7day trial is always a plus. At the very least, give the free trial a spin, and decide for yourself if you want to continue. Poker Savvy has also introduced downloadable videos (.mov files and no DRM), which are iPod compatible as well. The ultimate goal is to have 90% of their library downloadable, now that is definitely a Plus! PokerSavvy Plus also provides the opportunity to obtain a 6month or 1 year subscription for FREE! All you have to do is complete a poker room signup (and there are plenty you can do with a couple of hours!). More information including the eligible poker rooms can be found on the PokerSavvyPlus site. Another great promotion from Poker Savvy Plus: 							<br /> Pay for 1 year subscription (this can also be through the poker room signup option), and get PT3 (PokerTracker 3) or HEM (Holdem Manager) free!</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">PokerSavvy Plus Review : 					<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> 8.0/10 </span></h3>
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<h3>Sample Video</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/pokersavvy-plus.php" target="_new"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" title="PokerSavvyPlus video" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/pspvideo.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="389" /></a>
<p>Please follow the above link to the Poker Savvy Plus home page and click on the &#8220;Start Your Free Trial&#8221; button to begin. After registration you will receive immediate access to the whole video library, message forums, and instructor blogs. I hop you enjoyed our review.<img src="http://www.pokersavvy.com/?trackid31482&amp;aview=pokertrainingguide" alt=" " /></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Leggo Poker was founded by two friends Greg Brooks and Chris Tickner. Their vision is to be an all encompassing poker training website. They bring together some of the top online pros for coaching, 1-on-1 training, and training videos. Our [...]]]></description>
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					Leggo Poker was founded by two friends Greg Brooks and Chris Tickner. Their vision is to be an all encompassing poker training website. They bring together some of the top online pros for coaching, 1-on-1 training, and training videos. Our Leggo Poker review will give you the details that no one else will.
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
						<p>
							Monthly: $30.00/month)<br/>
							6 Months: $165.00 ($27.50/month)<br/>
							1 Year: $300.00 ($25.00/month)		
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					</div>
					<div class="payment">
						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
							Credit Card, Paypal
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				<div class="options">
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					<table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" align="center" width="498">
					<tbody>
						<tr class="options_top">
							<td height="34" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="first">
								Videos
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="98" valign="middle">
								Streaming?
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="110" valign="middle">
								Downloadable?
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="115" valign="middle">
								Hand Replayer?
							</td>
							<td height="34" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="last">
								Forums
							</td>
						</tr>
						<tr class="options_bottom">
							<td height="70" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="first">
							560+
							</td>
							<td height="70" align="center" width="98" valign="middle">
							<img height="33" width="35" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg">		
							</td>
							<td height="70" align="center" width="110" valign="middle">
							<img height="31" width="32" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg">						
							</td>
							<td height="70" align="center" width="115" valign="middle">
							<img height="31" width="32" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/no.jpg">			
							</td>
							<td height="70" align="center" width="80" valign="middle" class="last">
							<img height="31" width="32" alt="" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg">			
							</td>
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				<div class="instructors">
					<h3>Instructors</h3>
					<ul>
						<li><a href="/profiles/aaron-aejones-jones/">Aaron &#8220;aejones&#8221; Jones</a></li>
						<li>Andrew &#8220;luckychewy&#8221; Lischenberger</li>
						<li>Ben &#8220;straate&#8221; Straate</li>
						<li>Clayton &#8220;Clayton&#8221; Newman</li>
						<li>Craig &#8220;craigthedeac&#8221; Boyd</li>
						<li>Daniel &#8220;Carrotsnake&#8221; Blakely</li>
						<li>Greg &#8220;MYNAMEIZGREG&#8221; Brooks</li>
						<li>Jay &#8220;SEABEAST&#8221; Kinkade</li>
						<li>Isura &#8220;Isura&#8221; Edirisinghe</li>
						<li>Peter &#8220;Apathy&#8221; Jetten</li>
						<li>Rob &#8220;BobboFitos&#8221; Eckstu</li>
						<li>Martin &#8220;DODGYKEN&#8221; Coleman</li>
						<li>Denny &#8220;The_End&#8221; Man</li>
						<li>Russell &#8220;Russ Fox&#8221; Fox</li>
						<li>Jared &#8220;RikaKazak&#8221; Bartlett</li>
						<li>Keiran &#8220;K_Man&#8221; Harris</li>
						<li>Steve &#8220;Zugwat&#8221; Silverman</li>
						<li>Nick &#8220;Unknown Soldier&#8221; Katovsky</li>
						<li>Cero &#8220;Cero_Z&#8221; Zuccarello</li>
						<li>Ben &#8220;Bttech86&#8243; Tollerene</li>
						<li>Daniell &#8220;cntgetmedown&#8221; Ozobia</li>
						<li>Danny &#8220;d2themfi&#8221; Isaacson</li>
						<li>Eric &#8220;Dogg11&#8243; Murtie</li>
						<li>Alex &#8220;grizy123&#8243; Jian</li>
						<li>James &#8220;JamesMa&#8221; Ma</li>
						<li>Dan &#8220;Irishman07&#8243; Myers</li>
						<li>Ashton &#8220;lwrunner103&#8243; Griffin</li>
						<li>Robert &#8220;Patonius2000&#8243; Woodcock</li>
						<li>Matt &#8220;Probability&#8221; Young</li>
						<li>Scott &#8220;sc000t&#8221; Millar</li>
						<li>Ben &#8220;sauce123&#8243; Sulsky</li>
						<li>Russ &#8220;Student Caine&#8221; Walling</li>
						<li>Trevor &#8220;Thac&#8221; Hackworth</li>
						<li>Reid &#8220;shootaa&#8221; Young</li>
						<li>Philip &#8220;RedJoker&#8221; Weedle</li>
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					<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								NL Holdem
							</td>
							<td height="20" align="center" width="348" valign="middle" class="right">
								469 videos
							</td>
						</tr>
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								Limit Holdem
							</td>
							<td height="20" align="center" width="348" valign="middle" class="right">
								0 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>		
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								Tournaments
							</td>
							<td height="20" align="center" width="348" valign="middle" class="right">
								37 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								Sit-N-Go
							</td>
							<td height="20" align="center" width="348" valign="middle" class="right">
								0 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								Presentation
							</td>
							<td height="20" align="center" width="348" valign="middle" class="right">
								10 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								Omaha
							</td>
							<td height="20" align="center" width="348" valign="middle" class="right">
								30 Videos
							</td>
						</tr>
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							<td height="20" align="center" width="150" valign="middle" class="left">
								Other
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								4 Videos
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								No Set Schedule but 5 videos are released each week and stay pretty consistent.
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							LeggoPoker is very heavily geared towards NL Holdem 6 max videos though is looking to increase output in just about every area. The upside is that they have secure enough good pros that they are able to produce 5 new videos a week which will help them catch the big sites. We feel they are missing a large part of the market by not offering more variety to their members.
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Aejones, Mynameizgreg, Bobbofitos, and more &#8230;</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								This is where LeggoPoker adds value with their site. The pros that teach here beat the mid-stakes games and can teach up and comers their stategies to move up.
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Various</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								There are now several full ring cash game videos, releasing approximately 2 per month now.
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							<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span></span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The Limit videos are a no where to be found on LeggoPoker.
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								Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Clayton, LuckyChewy, Seabeast</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								LeggoPoker has a few well established MTT specialists at their disposal but they are lacking quantity. LuckyChewy&#8217;s videos feature him multi-tabling a few MTT&#8217;s and it follows a progression through 3 parts till he ultimately wins one of the tournaments. Its a great way to follow the progression throughout different stages of a tournament. With his great 2009 WSOP, hopefully we can expect more MTT videos from Lucky Chewy in the near future. An alternative if you are havy into MTT&#8217;s could be PokerVT or Tournament Poker Edge.
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								Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>NA</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
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								No Sitngos at Leggo Poker at this moment
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								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							LeggoPoker has decided to focus on the more popular game of NLHE 6-max and uses their resources towards producing those. There is now 30+ PL Omaha videos as Leggo has looked into growing this section of their training program.  Limits include a mix of mid to high PLO tables and several HU videos.
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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							The biggest weakness LeggoPoker has at this point is lack of a video library. They are up and comers but it does take a variety of videos to make the consumers happy at the end of the day. Their focus is mostly on only 6 max NLHE is leaving out a huge segment of the market in our opinion. PTG also feels that the level of professionalism that some players exhibit is seriously lacking. We are all adults but we ca so without the swearing and other nonsensical comments that do not add anything to the videos. We feel like this distracted from the whole LeggoPoker experience and should be addressed.
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							PTG was really happy with the level of analysis jam packed into most training videos. We felt that the use of the pause button and overlaying the analysis after the session was over really allowed the coaches to hammer home the points they needed to get across. Other video sites often get cut off by another hand from their analysis of a past hand. LeggoPoker is very innovative and we felt strongly that they have more analysis in each video because of this.
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Leggo Poker worth it?</h3>
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							LeggoPoker is definitely worth it if your a 6-max NLHE player, or simply a cash game player but that&#8217;s about it at this point. The improvements that they have made with the site and video quality is refreshing, and the attempt in producing more PLO and MTT videos is welcomed.  I think they have very in depth analysis on every video and the talk you through their exact thought process every hand. There is a ton of value there in thought process alone. We don&#8217;t think LeggoPoker is worth it yet for any other game from Limit to MTTs and SNGs as they just don&#8217;t try to go after this market. Leggo Poker members are also eligible for $25 off of the purchase of Hold&#8217;em Manager, making it only $55!
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					Leggo Poker Review :
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							Please follow the above link to the LeggoPoker home page and choose your free sample video. While your there click subscribe now and become a registered member for free access to forums.
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<p>Grinderschool provides high quality poker training specifically design with the small stakes player in mind. They provide in depth strategy and instruction for small and micro stakes players through videos, podcasts, articles, and a private forum. Each week, Grinderschool releases a free high rated poker podcast in addition to daily video releases. They have over 1200 poker videos with superb search functionality and they work continuously on upgrading the site to provide the best experience. In addition, if you are not completely satisfied, Grinderschool will provide a no-hassle pro-rated refund. Please continue to read the review below for more information on Grinderschool Poker Training.</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>12 Months: $120<br />3 Months: $34.99<br /> 1 Month: $19.99<br /> Micro 1 Month: $10</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Credit Card, Paypal, MoneyBookers,<br /><br /></p>
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<td class="first" align="center" valign="middle" width="80" height="34">Videos</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="98" height="34">Streaming?</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="110" height="34">Downloadable?</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="115" height="34">Hand Replayer?</td>
<td class="last" align="center" valign="middle" width="80" height="34">Forums</td>
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<td class="first" align="center" valign="middle" width="80" height="70">1000+</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="98" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="110" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31" /></td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="115" height="70"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31" /></td>
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<h3>Instructors</h3>
<ul>
	<li>Steven &#8220;Colossos159&#8243; &#8211; Micro 6-max</li>
	<li>Jeff &#8220;CodeRedRulez&#8221; Lipsey</li>
	<li>Carroters</li>
	<li>UCDLaCrosse</li>
	<li>Nitreg</li>
	<li>S1x</li>
	<li>Ghost</li>
	<li>InsaneSteve</li>
	<li>Faulkdogg</li>
	<li>Betgo</li>
	<li>Ben &#8220;Reasons14&#8243; &#8211; SNG</li>
	<li>Rob &#8220;Nakamura&#8221; &#8211; SNG</li>
	<li>Sami &#8220;Piratos14&#8243; &#8211; MTT/SNG</li>
	<li>Brent &#8220;Probrdr94&#8243; &#8211; MTT</li>
	<li>Ben &#8220;MrPadawan&#8221; &#8211; PLO</li>
	<li>Natan &#8220;TLR&#8221; &#8211; Mixed Games</li>
	<li>Jeffrey &#8220;JGB146&#8243; &#8211; Owner/SNG/Cash</li>
	<li>Juan &#8220;Asdpikas&#8221; &#8211; Limit Hold&#8217;em</li>
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<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
<ul>
	<li>Adrian &#8220;Chardrian&#8221; Dresel-Velaquez</li>
	<li>Peter &#8220;Marshall28&#8243;</li>
	<li>Adil &#8220;AAPoker&#8221;</li>
	<li>Jim &#8220;Jyms&#8221;</li>
	<li>Cullen &#8220;Spenda&#8221;</li>
	<li>Andrew &#8220;Shrewdabom86&#8243;</li>
	<li>John &#8220;Fjuanl&#8221;</li>
	<li>Matt &#8220;Glitlr&#8221;</li>
	<li>Jeff &#8220;Lengthy&#8221;</li>
	<li>Sutton &#8220;Gametight&#8221;</li>
	<li>Tarek &#8220;SugarNut&#8221; &#8211; 6-max Instructor</li>
	<li>Brian &#8220;DWBH&#8221; &#8211; 6-max Instructor</li>
	<li>Jose &#8220;KillsAids&#8221; &#8211; Full Ring</li>
	<li>Ryan &#8220;Micro2Macro&#8221; &#8211; Full Ring/HU</li>
	<li>Chris &#8220;Sykedupp&#8221; &#8211; MTT</li>
	<li>Steve &#8220;Insane Steve&#8221; &#8211; Heads-up SNG</li>
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<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">NL Holdem</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">1200+ videos</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Pot Limit Omaha</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">47 videos</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Tournaments</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">Over 187 videos ranging from $1 buy-ins up to $215. There are also satellite specific videos.</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Sit-N-Go</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">Over 234 videos ranging from $1 buy-in up to $55.</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Heads Up</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">31 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Lecture Videos</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">25 videos</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Free Videos</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">5 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" align="center" valign="middle" width="150" height="20">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" align="center" valign="middle" width="348" height="20">6 weekly video releases + weekly podcasts. New Mixed Game Videos: ~ 20% of our current releases are non NLHE Full Ring, 6-max or Tournament. This includes: Heads-up (1/month), HUSNG (1/month), PLO(2/month), and Mixed game(2/month)</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The video variety is pretty much limited to NLH in its different forms. A few PLO and Limit holdem videos are thrown in for good measure but the main thrust of the site is the No Limit Micro stakes games. In this they succeed very well with the instructors pretty much covering all forms in the micros stakes category.  If you are a micro stakes NLH player you will receive the most from this site. Monthly calender outlining video releases for the month is available.  Training videos do not have DRM and are playable on your ipod or your ipad.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Cash Games</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Carroters, Nitreg, Colossos159 </span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Good analysis and presentation. Multiple &#8220;series&#8221; videos to walk you through specific aspects of the game. They alos have a wide variety of different articles that breaks down the hands and games even further.</p>
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<p><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>UCDLaCrosse, S1x, Nitreg, Colossos159</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong></p>
<p>The most full ring poker training videos anywhere</p>
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<p><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Carroters</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong></p>
<p>Not too many headsup videos at the moment</p>
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<p><strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Asdpikas</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong></p>
<p>The Limit videos are lacking here. Would be more beneficial if more micro limit videos were added as many new &#8220;micro grinders&#8221; are limit players.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>Betgo, Probrdr94, Faulkdogg</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The MTT section is also very well covered with over 40 videos covering everything from $2 MTT&#8217;s up to $55 buyin tournaments. There are even some satellite videos thrown into the mix. Most of these are in &#8220;series&#8221; formats ranging from 3 to 9 part series. The instructors appear to have a very good grasp of organizing the format of the videos, rather than just throwing in a stand alone video which would have been out of context for the most part. Any aspiring player can benefit from the different video series if they are wanting to get their feet wet.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>Reasons14, Againstime, Nakamura, Betgo, Ghost</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The Sit &#038; Go section covers buyin ranges from as low $1 going up to $60 for both 6 max and full ring, and up to $57.50 for the headsup variety. Ben &#8220;Reasons14&#8243; tends to do the bulk of the SNG videos &#038; does a very good job with them. His breakdown and analysis of the SNG format is great and his presentation is very professionally executed. Players are taken from absolute beginner levels to more advanced ICM type discussions for every possible SNG scenario. One of the sites strongest categories.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>An increasing number of PLO cash videos, a couple 7card stud video, a stud hi/lo video, and some Razz videos. Definately more content could be added for the micro limit mixed game player, but are now moving in expanding this library.</p>
<h4>Ratings : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>Perhaps the sites only weakness is their lack variety when it comes to games. The main thrust of the site is the No Limit Holden games. If you only play NLH then this is not even a concern. Though they have recently released some introductory videos for mixed games.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
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<p>The strength of the site is its focused coverage of the No limit holdem categories. They cover every conceivable format for NLH and display them in a very cohesive fashion. The instructional series are all very well put together. Whether you are into playing cash games, MTT&#8217;s or SNG&#8217;s they have it covered and they are instructed very well. <br /> Another strength which might come surprising for a low cost site with no membership fee, is how well the video&#8217;s are produced. The quality is extremely professional in every sense of the word. You do not have interruptions during the videos, and both the audio and video quality is good. Grinderschool does not have any DRM on their videos and all new videos are released in Flash, WMV and iPod format. Grinderschool works hard to convert their existing library to support all formats and additional iPod formats are available by request. </p>
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<p>GrinderSchool is a gold nugget at this price range. If you are a micro stakes player looking to grind your way up to higher limits, then this site is perfect for you. The instruction and professional production is unbelievable at such a low price. Definately a +EV investment for an aspiring player. Give them a try, a huge thumbs up for this site!</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">GrinderSchool Review : <img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> 8.5/10 </span></h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.grinderschool.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=104"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" title="Grinder School video" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/grinderschoolvideo1.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="389" /></a></p>
<p>Please follow the above link to the GrinderSchool home page and choose amongst the 5 free videos available for all viewers to see. While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the poker discussion forum.<img src="http://www.grinderschool.com/?ref=PTG" alt=" " /></p>
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		<title>TestYourPoker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:05:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[TestYourPoker is not a training site in the traditional sense of the word. The site is designed to analyze both your strength&#8217;s &#38; deficiencies by offering a comprehensive &#8216;Poker IQ&#8217; test then following up by explaining your strength&#8217;s and deficiencies [...]]]></description>
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										TestYourPoker is not a training site in the traditional sense of the word. The site is designed to analyze both your strength&#8217;s &amp; deficiencies by offering a comprehensive &#8216;Poker IQ&#8217; test then following up by explaining your strength&#8217;s and deficiencies in relation to the test you took online as opposed to simply offering training videos based on different games.

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							Full Access: $19.97/month
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							1 Time Analysis: $15.97<br />
							Taking the test: FREE<br />				
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					<li>Ron Rose</li>		
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<p>The main point of the site is the &#8220;PokerIQScore&#8221;, or pretty much the name Test Your Poker. The test is a sample of a 50 hand Texas Holdem full ring game. Opponents are labeled according to their personality and play tendencies. Your response to the hands in the game are then tested &#038; analyzed in over 30 categories including &#8220;correct hand selection&#8221; to your actions (bet, check, call or fold), bet sizes, play from the blinds, position, pot odds, aggressive/passive play, flop, turn, river, pot control etc. The test is not timed &#038; the test questions are all pre-programmed &#038; not random.
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<p>In short, your play is analyzed from every conceivable angle and then critiqued and from the 30 categories it is then condensed into 12 main skill areas and provides you with detailed training about more specific areas where you could improve your play. Sound confusing? It&#8217;s not really but it does require some time to pore over the results of your test as it is quite specific. In the Analysis section, the player is given a personal training chart to help you organize your progress. The test results are actually quite long, not really something you would want to quickly if you want to extract the most benefit from the site.
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<p>The <strong>&#8220;Improvement Needed&#8221;</strong> documents are organized into four sections.
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1) The Narrative section provides historical accounts or stories that will help put you in the frame of mind to best understand the skills demonstrated.
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2) The Solution section sums up a conclusion of the narrative section.
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3) The Summary section contains specific advice on how to apply these principles to your game.
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4) The Example section contains hands that determine the skill you need to improve upon.
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You are then graded on the 35 &#8220;critical skill areas&#8221; for no limit holdem. This is the longest running section of the test analysis.
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It starts off with the 12 main categories:
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1.) Pre-flop<br/>
2.) Flop<br/>
3.) Turn<br/>
4.) River<br/>
5.) Bet size<br/>
6.) Appropriately Aggressive Play<br/>
7.) Adjusting to Opponents Style<br/>
8.) Knowing the Odds<br/>
9.) Respecting Previous Action<br/>
10.) Timing Your Strategic Moves<br/>
11.) Position<br/>
12,) Bluffing<br/>
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You are then graded on all these areas.
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The following section is quite interesting. &#8220;The Professional whom you play most like is:&#8230;&#8221;. My personal result was Dan Harrington, who happens to be one of my top 3 favorite players as well. Having read his books it comes as no surprise. I&#8217;m assuming this would be one of the more interesting sections of the analysis. This part is also followed by a brief biography of the style of the player. This is then followed by advice based on your match such as
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<em>&#8220;Like Dan, you are very selective with your aggression. In fact, that is the aspect of your game that stands out the most to your opposition. When you make a move, other players know that they better respect it. Take advantage of this &#038; steal chips from your opponents when they least expect it! They will come to respect a large raise from you, &#038; you can sometimes take advantage of that like Dan did during his runs at the WSOP. After playing a conservative style similar to yours, he used that reputation to make moves with hands that you would usually not consider playing. His opponents respected those moves, &#038; &#038; it helped him reach the final table two years in a row, after winning the event nearly a decade earlier&#8230;&#8221;</em>
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This is followed by &#8220;The Greatest overall Strength in your game&#8221; &#038; &#8220;The Greatest Overall Weakness in your game&#8221; section.
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The weaknesses is further condensed into 3 main areas of improvement. Those sections of the results tend to be detailed and offer a solution to each one for you to begin implementation. Each individual has their own summary and examples are provided for each.
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The section following that is one of the more debatable aspects of the results. Topics such as &#8220;starting hand requirements&#8221; in which you are given a chart to follow. Obviously there is more than one way to skin a cat so charts are always very debatable. Opening hand requirements can vary from someone who is a tight aggressive to someone who is a loose aggressive player and it is definitely always situation dependent, so not sure how this section will be taken by most. Definitely one of the more controversial/debatable points of the site.
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The next section is &#8220;20 Tips from Professional Players&#8221;. These are nothing more than one sentence quotes from pro&#8217;s which are very general in nature. For example &#8220;You can&#8217;t just sit &#038; wait for aces because you&#8217;ll go broke before you get the aces, so you have to try a little different just to keep your opponents of guard.&#8221;
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Next in line are more general sections such as &#8220;Top 10 Tips that are Guaranteed to Save you Money Almost Every Time you Play Poker&#8221;, &#038; &#8220;Top 10 Trick Plays Your Opponents Wish you Didn&#8217;t Know&#8221;. Once again these are very general type of sections and really kind of lose the momentum of the previous analysis. Could have been left out.
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Finally to round out that section is a list of recommended reading including links to Amazon for purchase. The books are all solid must buy books for any serious poker player.
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<p>
Current Poker Tests include:
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Original Free NL Holdem Full Ring Test<br/>
NL Hold&#8217;em Cash Full Ring Member Database<br/>
 6-Max NL Hold&#8217;em Cash Game Test<br/>
NL Holdem Multi-Table Tournament Test<br/>
 NL Holdem Sit &#8216;n Go (Single Table) Tournament Test<br/>
Limit Holdem Cash Game Test<br/>
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							While the site seems to have some positives in the PokerIQTest there are some areas that are in need of improvement. There are way too many generalities in the site. They give you specifics of where to improve but you&#8217;ll have to go to another site or use books to achieve that. Knowing you have a weakness is one thing but how to actually correct that is another. It will not easily be remedied by general information.
							The video&#8217;s offered by TestYourPoker are all on the short side. By that I mean under 15 minutes &amp; many around 5 minutes long. The video&#8217;s are one of the weaknesses of the site in that they are very general and not specific enough. They are basically for a total beginner player and not really suited for advanced players. The videos are probably the weakest part of the site.					
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is TestYourPoker worth it?</h3>
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							In conclusion the boast of the site is the strength of the test it offers. Using the test in conjunction with another site can prove to be very beneficial for the player. After taking the test you can go the another site you belong to and then seek out the video&#8217;s most likely to benefit as you would be aware of the areas where the most improvement is needed. If used in conjunction with another training site it could prove to be quite beneficial and yield results for an individual but by itself it falls short to accomplish that goal. It&#8217;s one thing to subscribe to a site because it has something you want to learn and quite another thing to subscribe to a site knowing what you NEED to learn to better your play. In that aspect this site can be quite a plus. The good thing is that this service is priced at a very reasonable level. Another plus is that testyourpoker continues to add more tests, so after you have perfected one game, move on to the next.	
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					7.0/10	
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							Please follow the above link to the TestYourPoker home page. While your there click join and take the free test, and see how you rank amongst your friends and other players. <img src="http://www.testyourpoker.com/poker/go.php?r=355&#038;i=b3" alt=" ">
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		<title>Float the Turn Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 10:50:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Victory Poker Pro and 2 time WPT champion Johnathan “Fiery Justice” Little has taken ownership of the formerly known SNGIcons and has now rebranding the poker training site as Float the Turn. Float the Turn touts itself as the “premier [...]]]></description>
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Victory Poker Pro and 2 time WPT champion Johnathan “Fiery Justice” Little has taken ownership of the formerly known SNGIcons and has now rebranding the poker training site as Float the Turn.  Float the Turn touts itself as the “premier SNG instructional site on the internet” &amp; specializes in SNG instruction as well as MTT videos. In addition to the videos, the site also has some blogs &amp; the mandatory site forum and chat room. The main instructors are Jonathan “FieryJustice” Little, Joey “bigjoe2003? Michael, &amp; Chip “z32fanatic” Ferguson, ricestud, Kenny05, Darinvg.</p>				</div>
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					<li>Chip &#8220;z32fanatic&#8221; Ferguson</li><li>Joey &#8220;bigjoe2003&#8243; Michael</li><li>Jonathan &#8220;FieryJustice&#8221; Little</li><li>Darin &#8220;Darinvg&#8221; Van Gammeren</li><li>Grayson &#8220;Spacegravy&#8221; Physioc</li><li>Ken &#8220;Kenny05&#8243; Smaron</li>		
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								0 Videos							</td>
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								Tournaments:
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								100 Videos							</td>
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								Other:
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								4 Videos<b>(Satellites)</b>							</td>
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								No Set Schedule, very sporadic release of videos but they are all high quality							</td>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							Due to the nature of Float the Turn focusing on providing training on primarily sit n gos, video variety cannot be properly rated.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
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													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Assassinato</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The cash vids were sparse but then again this is a site dedicated to SNG video&#8217;s so not surprising here. FieryJustice was the sole contributor doing some Low Limit No Limit videos. They are not bad but we&#8217;re talking about 4 videos in total. It would be interesting to see more from them.							</p>
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							Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>FieryJustice, z32fanatic, BigJoe2003</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The MTT vids were mostly by FieryJustice &amp; z32fanatic with 2 by BigJoe2003. They were for the most part done in a series with z32 fanatic having a 7 video series. FieryJustice has a 3 video series on a PokerStars rebuy as well as a series on FullTilt. With FieryJustice getting some primetime exposure with the WorldPokerTour season airing, this would be a great time for him to release a whole series of tournament videos. While the videos are ok they are not great &amp; need some fine tuning in the delivery department. FieryJustice has stepped his MTT game up by proving himself to the world by winning the WPT player of the year award for 2008.
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<b>What Members are saying?</b>
<br />
Ratounet said about Jonathan&#8217;s latest video: One of the best video series I ever seen&#8230;. Pretty unlucky on your rebuy but just doesn&#8217;t understand why you rebuy until the very last end of the rebuy period.							</p>
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								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Fiery Justice, z32fanatic, Spacegravy &amp; bigjoe2003</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								SNG instructional videos are the forte &amp; the heart of Float the Turn. The instructors at the site are predominantly SNG players as opposed to cash players though FJ has recently stated in one of the vids that he has been playing more cash online. This was what the site was created for &amp; what they emphasize. Having said that there are some problems most which deal with production quality &amp; overall professionalism.
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They clearly discussed their thought processes behind the decisions they make during the games as well as delving into some concepts that relate to specific hands even though they might not be occuring at the video at the time. These &#8220;what if?&#8221; scenario&#8217;s are very helpful to understanding how they arrive at their conclusive decisions. Jonathan Little seems to be very adept at explaining his ideas in a clear &amp; articulate way. He talks through the decisions during dead time (when he is folding/folded on several games) like push chart ratings, books he has read, how he got started, what he has been doing to improve his play etc. In short I enjoyed his video&#8217;s the most due to his explanations going far beyond the videos at hand. Some of the other instructors while being great players sometimes lack the ability to fully convey their thoughts. z32 fanatic expanded his play from full table SNG&#8217;s to 6 max games which was very nice for SNG variety. This was a very welcome change to the standard full table SNG play. The caliber of the instructors for Float the Turn is clearly top notch with FieryJustice having 6 WSOP cashes &amp; 2 WPT final tables, z32fanatic with over 30,000 tourney&#8217;s with over 14,000 of them being in the over $200 category, &amp; bigjoe2003 being the 2nd ever PokerStars Elite player (1 week after elky!). So the quality of instruction is top notch.
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<b>What Members are saying about the quality videos?</b>
<br />
keke1 said about BigJoes video: Very good video. You are the best at explaining stuff at floattheturn, you make it look so easy.
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shaharidan said about Darinvg&#8217;s video: Another great video from Darinvg. i really appreciate commenting on all the hands even the ones your not involved in. It&#8217;s why I&#8217;m willing to pay the subscription fee. Keep up the good work!							</p>
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								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							One Chinese Poker video presented by FieryJustice.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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							Float the Turn only releases 1-2 videos a week at this point which is a bit behind the other sites that focus on a ton of videos covering all different types of games. Because Float the Turn focuses on tournaments and SNGs they have chosen a quality over quantity approach which works for them but still needs to be pointed out. There was also a lack of professional etiquette during the filming of some of there older videos themselves. Some of the incidents I witnessed while watching video&#8217;s was a phone ringing &amp; being answered by the instructor during the video. I keep thinking that should have been an easy edit OUT by whoever finished producing/editing the video.

Other problems were background noise such as people talking or watching TV, one instructor watching &#8220;a bowl game&#8221; as he did the video &amp; even stating that, one instructor making a video after New Years day &amp; stating he was not in best shape to make a video &amp; it shows. More than one instructor (must be a corporate thing) had the annoying habit of making noise with a straw in a fountain drink running the straw up &amp; down incessantly which was VERY annoying. In another video there was simply a lot of dead air time with no comments by the instructor in between the comments he was making thus making for a lot of time simply viewing a screen with not much happening. That is where Little excelled in making very useful commentary not directly related to the video in hand but to the game in general. In short they need some serious editing or direction change to make their vid&#8217;s up to par with competitors.						</p>
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					<h3>Strengths</h3>
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							The strengths of Float the Turn lies solely on the play of the instructors themselves. It&#8217;s obvious the guys know SNG play inside out. Topics such as ICM, early low blind play,mid blind play, high blind bubble play &amp; heads up play are all clearly covered. Another thing I found to be refreshing &amp; interesting was variance in action. Watching an instructor not win every single SNG they play was quite interesting! In some instances some instructors would have 4 games going on at once &amp; not place in the money in a single game. Watching an instructor bust out on the bubble after making a correct play only to get sucked out on was enlightening. It also happens to the pro&#8217;s. We know that but for the most part don&#8217;t hear about it much less see it happening.

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Video&#8217;s range from simply watching them play games &amp; commenting to replaying hands &amp; even replaying &amp; critiquing students/members playing SNG&#8217;s. Overall some of the video&#8217;s were very good. Some editing work would bring that standard up very much as the instructors are top notch players.						</p>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Float the Turn worth it?</h3>
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							After the initial sign up fee the cost is a mere $19.95 per month which is the cheapest of the sites out there. But you have to put up with a lower standard of video quality as well. You get what you pay for. However it is not the look of the site that is the problem as much as the poor production of the vids which is hard to overcome. That being said, they have worked hard at the end of 2008 to package together a complete more high quality training site and they are being rewarded by retaining their members and keeping them happy.  All the sngIcons archived videos are available for view on flow the turn.						</p>
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					Float the Turn Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-8-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13">
						
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					<h3>Sample Video</h3>
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							Please follow the link to the Float the Turn home page and choose your free sample videos. I hope you found our Float the Turn Review helpful.	<img src="http://www.floattheturn.com/aff.php?sID=26" alt=" ">					</p>
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<p>DeucesCracked is an online training poker site that portrays a community or group training aspect, which is more evident than any other site. It is pretty much an extension of the 2+2 forums. A collection of well named and respected coaches, Deuces Cracked combines all of their collective thoughts into a single resource location. Although there may be plans to add some more SNG or MTT videos in the future, DeucesCracked is mainly a cash game learning site. Deuces Cracked is pretty much poker-education TV.  Our Deuces Cracked review will give you the information you need to make your decision easy.</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>Annually $23.20 / month Half-Yearly $24.65 / month Monthly $29.00 / month 7-Day Trial: FREE</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Credit Card, Moneybookers, Paypa</p>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Videos</td>
<td width="98" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Streaming?</td>
<td width="110" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Downloadable?</td>
<td width="115" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Hand Replayer?</td>
<td class="last" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Forums</td>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle">1920+</td>
<td width="98" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
<td width="110" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
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<h3>Instructors</h3>
<ul>
	<li>Chris &#8220;DeathDonkey&#8221; Vitch</li>
	<li>Chuck &#8220;danzasmack&#8221;</li>
	<li>Rob &#8220;Entity&#8221;</li>
	<li>Joe &#8220;Joe Tall&#8221; Tall</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/jay-krantz-rosenkrantz/">Jay &#8220;Krantz&#8221; Rosenkrantz</a></li>
	<li>Dan &#8220;DJ Sensei&#8221; Morris</li>
	<li>Ariel &#8220;FoxwoodsFiend&#8221; Schneller</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/vanessa-fslexcduck-selbst/">Vanessa &#8220;fslexcduck&#8221; Selbst</a></li>
	<li>Emil &#8220;whitelime&#8221; Patel</li>
	<li>Josh &#8220;sthief09&#8243; Plotkin</li>
	<li>Aaron &#8220;WiltOnTilt&#8221; Wilt</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/profiles/dani-ansky-stern/">Dani &#8220;Ansky&#8221; Stern</a></li>
	<li>Graham &#8220;ribbo&#8221; Ribchester</li>
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<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
<ul>
	<li>AMT</li>
	<li>BalugaWhale</li>
	<li>Ben86</li>
	<li>BillyJex</li>
	<li>BLdSWtTRs</li>
	<li>bosoxx34</li>
	<li>bottomset</li>
	<li>Chaostracize</li>
	<li>colmsUM</li>
	<li>Crablar</li>
	<li>epicfoldguy</li>
	<li>Gergery</li>
	<li>Gildwulf</li>
	<li>Hobbs</li>
	<li>jsnipes28</li>
	<li>MDMA</li>
	<li> bones</li>
	<li>ybother</li>
	<li>sp00n</li>
	<li>groth911t</li>
	<li>IWEARGOGGLES</li>
	<li>BigBadBabar</li>
	<li>spacecowboy</li>
	<li>Gman</li>
	<li>vandweller</li>
	<li>Messiah</li>
	<li>mike I</li>
	<li>n0whereman</li>
	<li>nation</li>
	<li>Oink</li>
	<li>Parlay Slow</li>
	<li>riverboatking</li>
	<li>Stevo</li>
	<li>Surfdoc</li>
	<li>terp</li>
	<li>TheWorstPlayer</li>
	<li>Tommy Angelo</li>
	<li>tubasteve</li>
	<li>xorbie</li>
	<li>Sounded Simple</li>
	<li>improva</li>
	<li>TheLoon</li>
	<li>chiaroscuro</li>
	<li>inavacuum</li>
	<li>jongreenway</li>
	<li>OnTheRail15</li>
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<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Omaha:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">247 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NL Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">632 videos <strong>(6max)</strong></td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Limit Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">383 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Razz:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">27 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Stud:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">67 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">MTT&#8217;s/SNG:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">155 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NLHE Full Ring:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">148 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NLHE Heads up:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">220 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Other:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">84 Videos,155 Videos (MTT&#8217;s/SNG)</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Set Weekly Schedule listed on the homepage. Videos are released on a daily basis, with extra standalone content produced as an extra bonus.</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Deucescracked is very favourable towards cash games, and all varieties included. There is a good number of Limit videos which is contrary to most other training sites. About 2/3s of the videos are geared toward lower limits, with the other third a mixture of medium and high stakes. With players such as Whitelime or FoxwoodsFiend, there is no shortage of high EV nosebleed players. The Omaha and other games library continues to grow, as does the MTT/SNG videos which is pretty much just an extra bonus for this cash game geared training site.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Cash Games</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>DJ Sensei, fslexcduck, sthief09, Krantz, FoxwoodsFiend, Whitelime, plus more</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
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<p>Many DeucesCracked videos are structured in a strategy/lesson style with a subject, rather than a game session. Lessons are explained with great detail, and the different subjects allow you to simply chose a weakness and work on it.</p>
<p><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Various</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong></p>
<p>A decent collection of full ring videos that continues to grow.</p>
<p><strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Entity, danzasmack, DeathDonkey</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong></p>
<p>The Limit video selection is probably the highest among training sites. If they were to add some more full rings videos that would be a plus.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-10-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>Various</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
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<p>The MTT/SNG section has slowly grown, averaging about a video per month. This section is clearly not a major objective for the Deuces team, but added as a bonus to loyal subscribers as requested. AMT does a very good job in his SNG videos teaching when to PUSH and how to become the LAST MAN STANDING. More and more sng videos continue to be added to the deucescracked video library. DeucesCracked has also made an effort to grow their MTT section.  Vanessa Selbst leads the charge here following her fantastic last couple of years.</p>
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<p>A decent selection of various stakes cash videos for the Omaha games and even some Stud lessons can be found. Joe Tall, Gergery, and especially Vanessa Selbst do a great job in defining these games to beginning players. The 2&#215;6 series of Vanessa teaching Whitelime how to play PLO has got to be more valuable than any book written on this subject.</p>
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<p>Originally the biggest weakness with DeucesCracked was variety. Being only a cash game training site, and predominately short handed only, there isn&#8217;t much else to learn from the site. Though that has been highly addressed in 2009 with many video releases in previously &#8220;weaker&#8221; areas.  The PLO section is now amongst the industry leaders, and more and more sng and mtt videos are being released.  Site navigation has also been addressed to become more user friendly.  2010 DC also made a decision to improve the MTT section and they have done that.</p>
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<p>The audio and video quality is just about perfect. From all the videos reviewed, there was never an instance of muffled sounds, or eye squinting moments. The instruction on the videos are excellent, they are more of a lecture style, and focus more on a topic and elaborate on it. This allows viewers to focus on certain aspects, rather than having to intake everything all at once. The core of Deuces Cracked is in low limit cash games, so this is a good place to start if you want to begin building your bankroll. A lot of new players play in limit games to maximize bonus whoring, and with the extensive limit library, DeucesCracked is a good choice.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Deuces Cracked worth it?</h3>
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<p>As with any good or service, pricing and quality is key, and in this industry DuecesCracked is cheap and awesome. Monthly fee with no contract, and no initiation fee allows you complete freedom. Not only is Deuces Cracked affordable, the quality is there as well, with industry leading cash game video poker training. Deuces Cracked management also made a debatable business decision to allow the downloading of videos and no DRM! (Digital rights management). This means that you can download the video, watch it whenever you want, wherever you want, as many times as you want, and no expiry date! You can even download videos to your iPod and watch them on the go! You can now also save 30% off your purchase of holdem manager if you subscribe to DeucesCracked. Great deal for a must have program.  Once the sng/tournament side gets up to top 5 industry wide, it would be very difficult to not give DC a perfect score.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">DeucesCracked Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> 9.5/10 </span></h3>
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<p>Please follow the link to the DeucesCracked home page and choose your free sample video from the &#8220;Free Videos&#8221; section of the DeucesCracked.com website. While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the pro&#8217;s blogs and to receive a Free 7 day trial.	<img src="http://www.deucescracked.com/?referrer=ptguide" alt=" " /></p>
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		<title>OutstandingPoker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:35:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[OutstandingPoker.com is a new online poker training site to help bring your cash game skill to the next level. Created by a couple of Canadian boys who have produced some nice profits on the online game of poker, Outstanding Poker [...]]]></description>
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OutstandingPoker.com is a new online poker training site to help bring your cash game skill to the next level. Created by a couple of Canadian boys who have produced some nice profits on the online game of poker, Outstanding Poker will attempt to share their wealth of knowledge to their customers.
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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							Full Access: $14.95/month with a $147 Signup Fee						</p>
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					<li>Tim &#8220;atta22&#8243; McKilican</li><li>Errol &#8220;killer_be_99? Potok</li><li>Matt &#8220;mattutayler&#8221; Tayler</li>		
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								52 videos							</td>
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							Only limited to NL cash and SitnGo videos.						</p>
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													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>atta22, killer_be_99</span></strong>
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								Good analysis and presentation on the videos. Bulk of the cash videos are 6max.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>atta22, killer_be_99</span></strong>
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								A few mid limit Headsup videos							</p>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>atta22, killer_be_99</span></strong>
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								Small sitngo section, but will continue to grow this area.							</p>
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							Being a new site there would definitely be things that can be improved. Obviously content is lacking with there only being mostly NLHE cash game videos, and most of it at mid stake levels. But this is something that can easily be improved on as the site grows. The site layout is very infomercial like, especially the non member home page.						</p>
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							Each video has a brief outline of the important lessons learned within. The videos are all well instructed, and no real issues on audio and video. There are also free articles and ebooks available for free download.						</p>
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							The monthly subscription fee for Outstanding Poker is priced much lower than any competition, but currently there is not enough content to keep subscribed on a monthly basis. For $147 though there may not be enough value in these videos and resources to justify paying the signup fee. We hope that Outstandingpoker.com continues to grow, and can reevaluate it then, but right now an overall rating is inconclusive.						</p>
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					OutstandingPoker Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13">
						
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		<title>Bluefire Poker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:19:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BlueFire Poker is the newest entry into the Poker Training world. Featuring one of the world’s best cash game players (and a pretty good tournament player too) Phil “Jman / OMGClayAiken” Galfond. Playing with the other top high stake cash [...]]]></description>
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				<p>BlueFire Poker is the newest entry into the Poker Training world. Featuring one of the world’s best cash game players (and a pretty good tournament player too) Phil “Jman / OMGClayAiken” Galfond. Playing with the other top high stake cash games via his stint on “High Stakes Poker” and following his recent WSOP bracelet win, Phil has decided to share his vast knowledge of the game we love to play to now all potential suitors. At his usual poker coaching rate of $2,000+ /hr, learning from one of the best could be a +EV decision. Please read our full Blue Fire Poker review before deciding on a poker training site. Bluefire has become a competitor of <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/reviews/deucescracked-review/">Deuces Cracked</a> but doesn’t have as much community support on their site.</p>	</div>
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							Full: $29.99/month with $99 initiation<br />
6 Months: (Signup waived) $229.99<br />
1 Year: (Signup waived) $399.99						</p>
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							225+							</td>
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
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					<li>Phil &#8220;OMGClayAiken / Jman&#8221; Galfond</li><li>Scott &#8220;iRock&#8221; Augustine</li><li>Niman &#8220;Samoleus&#8221; Kenkre</li><li>Jason &#8220;PBJaxx&#8221; Senti</li><li>Martin &#8220;Giggy&#8221; Fournier Gigu?re</li><li>Ryan &#8220;Fees&#8221; Fees</li><li>Don &#8220;SoCalQuest&#8221; Nguyen</li>		
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								Heads Up:
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								24 Videos							</td>
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								31 Videos <b>(Pot Limit Omaha)</b>							</td>
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								Current target of 5 videos released each week. Phil Galfond videos come out regularly. (46 so far)							</td>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
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							From first glance the dedication of this poker training site will be towards cash games. NLHE 6 max tables, NLHE and PLO Headsup tables, and PLO 6 max tables. As more videos appear, we will get a better picture of what the future holds. Most of the videos are at higher limits due to the instructors being more comfortable at the higher stakes. Cardrunners and Deuces Cracked have a better variety and quantity of videos.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>All</span></strong>
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								Most of the cash videos are NLHE 6 max.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>.</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
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								This is not BlueFire&#8217;s focus at this time.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>PBJaxx Fees Jman</span></strong>
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								Top notch Headsup videos.							</p>
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							Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>  .</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
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								Only 1 tournament video featuring the first round of the PLO $25k Championships with Phil Galfond vs Peter Jepsen. Very good insight here on playing HU PLO tournies.							</p>
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								Ratings : 
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							Currently 11 PLO videos but the all come from arguably one of the best in the world at this game. Has knowledge and experience in this game is evident, and he converts his knowledge very well in a teaching manner. The big downside is the lack of content and not many new videos coming out.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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							Though the quality is excellent, the other condition that consumers look at before making their purchase is quantity. We are now 9 months from launch, the quantity is now matching their excellent quality. The main weakness now after the quantity has been corrected is a lack of video variety (no full ring, zero limit tables, and no tournaments or sngs). Bluefire&#8217;s focus has always been on quality of quantity so it is actually nice for a site to specialize in just a couple game types versus them all. Site navigation is poor, they need more search options and an updated design to keep up with the other training sites.  They have not invested any money or time back into their site or user experience. The number of tables should be selected as a different option rather than having ie) NL 6 max 2 tables, NL 6 max 4 tables. Most readers will most likely prefer all the NL 6max tables grouped together, with the option to separate by tables separately. We hope to see some more lower limit videos so that they can appeal to a wider audience than their current audience of mid to high stakes players.						</p>
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							The instructors of BlueFire Poker are all excellent teachers and coaches, and this is evident in the quality of their videos. Thought processes are all translated thoroughly and &#8220;why&#8221; they act in certain situations are explained in detail. Both the audio and video quality is top notch.Phil Galfond the sites main teacher has personally made 46 videos so far and followed through on his promise to make a very high quality poker training site. There are no filler videos here, all top quality content and worth the small price of admission. Blue Fire Poker&#8217;s other huge strength is their Pot Limit Omaha videos. Phil Galfond and Socalquest have produced over 30 quality PLO video so users can expand into the ever growing PLO games.						</p>
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							As a late entry to the poker training world, it is a tough chore to break through without a bang. Well Bluefire poker has its bang, and his name is Phil Galfond. One of the most popular players and probably one of the top coaching desires, he definitely brings it on video. But this is not only the Phil Galfond show. The rest of the instructors are all notableh pros, and now video coaches. They all do a great job as instructors and things could be bright with some tweaks. Blue Fire poker has become a bit stagnant, and we feel that they missed an opportunity to invest into their site and customers to really grow their brand. At the end of the day they are pointing towards a middle of the road training site.  We really had high hopes from BFP but they haven&#8217;t hit them over the past 6 months.						</p>
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							Please follow the link to the BlueFire Poker and signup for a free account.	<img src="http://affiliates.bluefirepoker.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=104" alt=" ">					</p>
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		<title>Pokernews Strategy Review</title>
		<link>http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/reviews/pokernews-strategy-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:54:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PokerNews Strategy has relaunched, aiming to bring readers top notch poker training through its wide assortment of poker strategy videos. About a year ago, poker news launched their strategy section with a very impressive roster made up of popular poker [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/poker-news.php" target="_new"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" title="Pokernews Strategy banner" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/st-468x60.gif" alt="" width="468" height="65" /></a></p>
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<p>PokerNews Strategy has relaunched, aiming to bring readers top notch poker training through its wide assortment of poker strategy videos.  About a year ago, poker news launched their strategy section with a very impressive roster made up of popular poker players including Patrick Antonius, Genius28, MIG, and more.   But that was it, these stars released a few video and failed to bring out any new content.  A new team has taken over this project and has assured everybody that the new revamped poker news strategy is here to stay. Our Poker News Strategy review will be updated as more videos come out.</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>$25 per month (no signup fee)<br /> $135 for 6 months (no signup fee)<br /> $255 yearly (no signup fee)</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Paypal and Credit Card</p>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Videos</td>
<td width="98" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Streaming?</td>
<td width="110" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Downloadable?</td>
<td width="115" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Hand Replayer?</td>
<td class="last" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Forums</td>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle">70+</td>
<td width="98" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
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<h3>Instructors</h3>
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	<li>Tony G</li>
	<li>Billy “durangodan35” Kopp</li>
	<li>Evan “NEOPILS99” Parkes</li>
	<li>Frank “BLUEberLEEZ” Jordan</li>
	<li>Jake “psutennis11” Toole</li>
	<li>Kane “Nascar_1949” Kalas</li>
	<li>Dustin “neverwin” Woolf</li>
	<li>Rayan ‘rkrouk” Nathan</li>
	<li>Randy &#8220;nanonoko&#8221; Lew</li>
	<li>Josh &#8220;LitleBastrd&#8221; Tieman</li>
	<li>Scott &#8220;URnotINdanger2&#8243; Palmer</li>
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<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Sit-N-Go:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">4 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Omaha:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">3 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NL Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">6 videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Limit Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">3 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Tournaments:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">29 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Other:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">2 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Will be 1 release a day starting in July</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Eventually it appears as if Pokernews Strategy will be a mixed bag of poker training videos.  They are currently signing up new instructors that specialize in each area to build up the library. No new videos have been released since the middle of June due to the World Series of Poker, but it is expected that new videos will be released at the end of June / early July.  The actual video may be somewhat skewed as many of the videos are multi tabling videos where instructors are playing all types of poker games.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Cash Games</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Nascar_1949, nanonoko, LitleBAstrd</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Currently 1 midstake ($2/4NL) and the rest are all high stakes $5/10 and $25/50NL.  Very in depth analysis by both Kane and Randy in these cash videos.</p>
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<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Nascar_1949</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Only high stakes videos so far</p>
<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Nascar_1949</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>All high stakes and mixtures with other games</p>
<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>neverwin</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>All limit videos are mid ($3/$6) and high stakes ($10/$20)</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>All.</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Currently the heart of pokernews strategy as the bulk of the videos are for tournaments.  The majority are one table replayers and are mid stakes and high stakes.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  																	<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>rkrouk</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Currently only 6max Rio Jackpot sitngos (play rio jackpot sngs at Titan Poker).  They are midstake ($20) sngs in which the top place wins 3x, 2nd wins 2x, and 3rd gets their $ back.  1000 chip stack so kinda turboish.  Contains a pretty funny start to a poker training video as rkrouk is eliminated on the very first hand!</p>
<h4>Ratings :  																	<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-6-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>3 Omaha videos and some mixed game FTOPS tournament videos.  There is also a PLO theory video which is very in depth.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-0-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>Only being a month old at the time of the review, there is not much of a library, and even puzzling is the lack of any TonyG videos as he is listed as an instructor and of course a pokernews.com owner.  This in part is also due to launching during the World Series of Poker where players are more concerned about winning bracelets than recording videos.  Also there is no low or micro stake videos which may not be the best of strategies as I would imagine that the majority of pokernews.com visitors do in fact play lower stakes.  Perhaps this will change in the future.  Also videos from the old strategy section are not available in this library, would have been a nice plus if those were kept in archive and made available to paid subscribers.</p>
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<p>All the videos are of good production quality (audio and video), and even when viewed on a full screen there is no loss of quality.  The instructors are excellent instructors, all hands they involve themselves with are explained in detail and thoughts are revealed fully.  While also a weakness with the lack of low limit videos, a strength is that you have instructors playing games in which they are accustomed to.  You don&#8217;t have pros dropping down levels, trying to figure out how to make money playing low limit games, this is them at levels in which they earn from.  In addition there are several new great signings that have been completed but not yet formally announced which will add to the overall content.  It is also a goal of pokernews to release a new video each day starting in July 2010 which should expand the video library in no time.</p>
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<p>Should you subscribe yet?  Right now the quality is there, the quantity isn&#8217;t.  There are only mid and high stakes videos in the library right now so those low stake players seeking video tutorials may have to wait until that part is offered.  There are signs that pokernews strategy will be a high quality poker training site, especially with more great instructors on the way, but until so a months membership is all you need.  A reminder that you have until the end of the WSOP (July ish, not November) for you to subscribe for 1 month without having to pay a signup fee.  For $25 there is definately enough content for your money&#8217;s worth.  Those currently playing at the mid/high stake level should definately give pokernews strategy a shot.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">Pokernews Strategy Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-0-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> NA/10 </span></h3>
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<p>Please follow the above link to the PokerNews Strategy home page and click on the &#8220;FREE SAMPLE VIDEOS&#8221;section. While your there watch any of the 4 available free videos and Don&#8217;t wait any longer, start improving your game today!		<img src="http://strategy.pokernews.com?aff=20" alt=" " /></p>
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		<title>The SNG Academy Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:17:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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				<p>The SNG Academy is the newest addition to the specialty training sites out there focusing exclusively on Sit And Go play. The SitnGo Academy is an extremely new site thus does not have the library of some of the other sites out there. Having said that what they lack in volume they are making up in new professionally produced video’s delivered on a consistent basis. Please find another poker training site from our right menu.  SNG academy review is now outdated. If you want a site specializing in SNG’s please go to Float the Turn review.</p>

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					<li>Joe &#8220;draqq&#8221; Tosaky</li><li>Adam &#8220;DuderinoAB&#8221; Baird</li><li>Joe &#8220;z06fanatic&#8221; Rohinsky</li><li>Bryan &#8220;PrimordialAA&#8221; Pellegrino</li><li>Nike &#8220;shen888&#8243; Shen</li>		
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							The Sit n Go Academy should be adding various forms of sitngo videos as they progress. This includes the ever popular 180man vids as well as the increasing popular double or nothing sit and gos. Currently most of the videos are on pokerstars.						</p>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>DuderinoAB</span></strong>
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								The 9 man SNG section is headed by Adam &#8220;DuderinoAB&#8221; Baird and he does a very good job at it. His videos are very clear and the production on them is great. They range from hand history reviews, to live play on 4 tables so both point of views are covered, including hindsight and live at the moment decision making. The stakes range from small $6.50 games up to mid stake $60 games being the highest at the moment. Not sure if there are any plans for higher stakes such as the $100+ games.Adam does a very fine job of getting into his decision making through processors and clearly conveys that to the students. He discusses hand ranges, pot odds, &#038; other such criteria involved in his decisions.
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								Joe &#8220;z06fanatic&#8221; Rohinsky is at the helm in the 6 Man SNG category. His video&#8217;s are also divided between hand history reviews and actual play as well. The buy in&#8217;s for the 6 max vids are also a bit more varied in that they range from $22 buy in&#8217;s on up to $200 games. For those new to 6 man SNG&#8217;s he has a a video that covers the main differences between 6 man &#038; 9 or 10 man SNG&#8217;s thus allowing players to perhaps venture into these if they spot a weak field or weak players at a table. He is a very able teacher &#038; player &#038; members get to see that in the different videos available.
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								Bryan &#8220;PrimordialAA&#8221; Pellegrino presents the Heads Up category videos in a variety of ways. His videos start with a series titled &#8220;HU SNG from Scratch&#8221;. This series spans several smaller subsections broken down into everything from beginner, to intermediate up to advanced concepts. The buyins range the most of any other instructor, from $33&#8242;s up to $500&#8242;s. The power point presentation video series is very well presented as are all the other SNG Academy video&#8217;s very nicely produced. Other topics covered are how to multi table for those still stuck in the one game at a time mode.
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								The MTT section features 2 video&#8217;s by DuderinoAB &amp; the rest by Nike &#8220;Shen888&#8243; Shen. At the moment all video&#8217;s are hand history reviews. Perhaps in the future they can include a full tournament from start to end along with commentary. One of the strong features is that Shen has put out a MTT SNG 101 course that at the moment consists of a total of 10 video&#8217;s. They cover everything in a very good power point presentation format. Everything from ICM, pot odds, equity, EV, early play, middle play, final table play, the Harrington M, &amp; just about everything a person needs for serious SNG play is covered. These video&#8217;s are recommended for any SNG player regardless of whether they are playing MTT or single table SNG&#8217;s. This could potentially be the strongest video series in the SNG Academy library at the present time.							</p>
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							Most if not all the weaknesses on this site are attributed simply to the smaller content library. They have consistently been putting out at LEAST one video per day so this should not be a problem in a few weeks if they stay the course with their consistency. They also only cater to No Limit Holdem at the moment as do most SNG only sites.
The site itself can be a little difficult to maneuver around but once a person is familiar with the site it should not be a problem. Recently they have added downloadable videos but all the previous videos remain as a streaming option only. All future videos should be downloadable though. Also payment options are currently only limited to paypal.						</p>
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							The strengths of the site are varied. For one the production on all the video&#8217;s whether they are power point presentation series, hand history reviews or actual live play is very high. The quality in all of them is crisp &amp; clear with no problems from bad audio or video.The instructors seem to have divided up responsibility very well between and have chosen not only good players but able teachers as well for each category. The output of video&#8217;s once again is another one of their strengths. Overall a very well put together &amp; a great addition for the SNG community.						</p>
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							SNGAcademy enters a very crowded online poker training market, but luckily they have entered with a niche specialty. With only one other dedicated sit &amp; go training site to compete with, there is still plenty of room for growth. For purely sng enthusiasts, sng academy is a great value. The price is right and at $15 per month if paying for the whole year in advance, it certainly is a bargain. There is great value here for those who want to improve their game and earn more money one hour at a time. There is no reason why you should not join sngacademy if you are a sng player.						</p>
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		<title>SitNGoGrinders Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 07:57:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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				<p>The aim of SitNGo Grinders is to cover all the aspects of grinding an income from sit n go’s. From the strategies demonstrated in the videos by some of the best players online, and articles detailing a wide range of issues, sng grinders try to cover as many types of sit n go’s as possible rather than just standard 9 man SNG’s. They have also recruited trainers specializing in each field so that you not only watch the videos of high stakes players but see how the best players at the lower buy in’s achieve their results as well.Please enjoy our SNG grinders review.</p>				</div>
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							3 Months Basic Plan: $59<br />
3 Months Value Plan: $59 for the first 3 months,<br />
$10 recurring monthly payments afterwards
3 Month Value + SNG Wizard Special: $139 for the first 3 months,<br />
$10 recurring monthly payments afterwards. 
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
					<ul>
					<li>Andrew &#8220;azntracker&#8221; Li</li><li>Darin &#8220;darinvg&#8221; Van Gammeren</li><li>Dom &#8220;dombomain33&#8243; Zito</li><li>Kelsey &#8220;fultip777&#8243; Hendriks</li><li>Craig &#8220;gosox83&#8243; Daniel</li><li>Stephen &#8220;sizzlinbetta&#8221; Reynolds</li><li>Kurt &#8220;tigerbalm&#8221; Stein</li>		
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					<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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								Heads Up:
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								90 Videos							</td>
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								6 Max SNGs:
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								520 Videos							</td>
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								Full Ring SNGs:
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								94 Videos							</td>
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								Multi-Table SNGs:
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								223 Videos							</td>
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								Current target of 7 videos released per week.							</td>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Full Table SNGs</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>DarinVG, azntracker, fultip777</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Darin comes in as a heavyweight when it comes to SNG play and is as good a player as any in the high stakes SNG&#8217;s. He brings his wealth of knowledge to this site and does a very impressive job with it. His videos&#8217; range in buy&#8217;ins from $50 up to $225 and currently all are at PokerStars where he is a SuperNova Elite player. His focus is moreso on reads than anything else. One very interesting and different approach to videos is on the replayer when he is not playing a hand, he will discuss the hand from the perspective of the other players. What hands would you play from that position with the type of bet made, etc. In short a very good analysis of hand by hand play and hand reading. Not many other series cover hand readings but his analysis and breakdown could very easily constitute a crash course on hand reading. Plans on bringing live play video&#8217;s like his Icons videos which focus on using HEM stats etc are in the works and due shortly. Surely his vids are the cream of the crop in this site and not to be missed. Andrew &#8220;azntracker&#8221; Li&#8217;s vids range from $100 up to $1,000, thus making him the instructor with highest SNG limit&#8217;s. His replayer vids feature him playing against the highest quality opponents therefore you get a view into how to play the extreme end of SNG go play. Bubble play against the cream of the crop in SNG players will really get you to see how the pro&#8217;s at the high stakes grind out their games. Very good analysis from yet another SuperNova Elite player. The full ring category is rounded up by something rare even in SNG specialty sites which is NON Turbo SNG vids, which Kelsey &#8220;fultip777&#8243; Hendricks produces. A Supernova from PokerStars he delves into the differences in play between Turbo &#038; NON Turbo SNG&#8217;s. His buy in&#8217;s range from $55 to $215 and does a very adept job in this category. Overall the full ring category is endowed with some of the games best heavyweights and is as good or better than any other sites out there.
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							<h4>
								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Multi Table SNGs</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>tigerbalm</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Kurt &#8220;tigerbalm&#8221; Stein handles low to mid buy in multi table SNG&#8217;s that range from $15 to $60. He discusses the differences in play between the 18 and 45 man sngs and between the buyin&#8217;s themselves. Hand selection along with middle game play emphasis in these is excellent.
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							<h4>
								Ratings : 
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					<h3>6 max SNGs</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>sizzlinbetta, dombomain33</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The 6 man SNG&#8217;s currently has 2 instructors who happen to be PokerStars SuperNova&#8217;s as well. in Stephen &#8220;sizzlinbetta&#8221; Reynolds &#038; Dom &#8220;dombomain33&#8243; Zito. Zito ranked 2nd in Sharkscope 6 man Leaderboard in total profit and wastes no time in showing how he got there. His buyin&#8217;s range from $36 to $300 and focuses on specifics of 6 man play with some very interesting touches on game selection which is proving to be ever more important. Truly something that has not been covered much in sites and very nicely done. Sizzlinbetta&#8217;s video&#8217;s range in buy ins from $11 up to $119+. He tends to focus quite a bit on not just pre flop play but post flop play which in 6 man games, is where playing a wider hand selection is quite important. He also throws in an occasional 9 max along with his 6 max vids in real time play.
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								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Heads Up SNGs</h3>
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							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Craig &#8220;gosox83&#8243; Daniels comes to the site armed with a Master&#8217;s in Mathematics and puts that knowledge to use in the heads up department. His video&#8217;s feature buy in&#8217;s ranging from $5 up to $55. He discusses playing as a shortstack and the importance of position in HU play. He delves into discusses of the SAGE strategy in HU play in more than one video and does a superb job in this. Very good teacher and I&#8217;m sure some of this is a carry over from his job as a mathematics teacher dealing in probability &#038; statistics. As the site&#8217;s newest instructors he is a welcome addition and a very strong one in the HU department.
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								Ratings : 
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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						<p>
							The sites main weakness will not be one for long as it&#8217;s simply it&#8217;s small catalogue of video&#8217;s. Seeing the site is new it&#8217;s to be expected. Having said that the site is currently producing about 23 videos a month and looking to hit a video a day as they add more instructors. Some of the videos could have used a better mic (Sennheiser?) but they do not detract from the videos at all.						</p>
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					<h3>Strengths</h3>
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						<p>
							The strength of SitNGo Grinders lies in the instructors abilities to breakdown analysis on a hand by hand replayer and by covering all the topics necessary for a winning player. From ICM to SAGE, to bubble play, and everything in between is covered, and covered well. At this stage this is just the tip of the iceberg for this site in that they are just starting. The site is also rounded out by articles and a forum. The articles are written by several of their instructors and cover everything from playing on the bubble, what to do when in the money, to the vital importance of ICM in sit n go play. The forum is open to discussion on the video&#8217;s themselves, plus the instructors are all very involved in the discussions.						</p>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is SitnGoGrinders worth it?</h3>
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						<p>
							The name of the site is &#8220;Sit N Go GRINDERS&#8221; and you can&#8217;t find any more of a grinder than a SuperNova or SuperNovaElite which this site has an abundance of them. These are instructors that sit on their chair and grind a living at almost strictly SNG play on a daily basis. Having them share the wealth of the knowledge in this ever increasing field is truly a gem in this niche of internet poker. Very much worth it&#8217;s subscription price and then some, especially with the current low price. At this price it is a no brainer if you play sitngos. Add a copy of SNG Wizard to go along with the subscription, and you&#8217;re set to grind out some sngs, profitably! Sitngogrinders has also been busy adding to their low stake videos hiring a few new trainers to add to the library.						</p>
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					SitNGoGrinders Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13">
						
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					<h3>Sample Video</h3>
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							Please follow the above link to the SitnGoGrinders home page and choose your free sample videos from the &#8220;VIDEOS&#8221; tab on the top of the page.	<img src="http://sitngogrinders.com/sngg/?a_aid=ptg" alt=" ">					</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stoxpoker has now merged with Cardrunners. Please visit our Cardrunners review to get access to StoxPoker. All Stoxpoker videos will be on Cardrunners as of May 1, 2010. Stoxpoker is dedicated to teaching new players how to take their game [...]]]></description>
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				<p>Stoxpoker has now merged with Cardrunners. Please visit our Cardrunners review to get access to StoxPoker.  All Stoxpoker videos will be on Cardrunners as of May 1, 2010.
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<p>
Stoxpoker is dedicated to teaching new players how to take their game to the next level and dominate the online poker world. This passion comes from the teachers who have combined to win over $5,000,000 online in 2007. Stoxpokers features interactive quizzes, classroom format videos, and world class training videos which take Stoxpoker to the top of the online poker training wars. Stoxpoker offers a 7 day money back guarantee as well as a way to get your membership for free for signing up to a online poker site. Stoxpoker has recently merged with Cardrunners, so changes will definitely be happening. Updated structures, pricing, and all changes will be updated when finalized.
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
						<p>
							Monthly: $24.95/month with $99.95 <br />Initiation
Pre-Paid Premium: 6 months $189,<br /> 12 months $299<br />
Registered Guest: Free						</p>
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
							Poker Site Transfers, VISA,
Paypal, Moneybookers						</p>						
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
					<ul>
					<li>Nick &#8220;Stoxtrader&#8221; Grudzien</li><li>Bryce &#8220;Freedom 25&#8243; Paradis</li><li>Kyle &#8220;Cottonseed&#8221; Hendon</li><li>Matt &#8220;Jacks Up&#8221; Matros</li><li>Collin &#8220;sngman101&#8243; Moshman</li><li>Ed Miller</li><li>Robert &#8220;Mr. Omaha&#8221; Williamson III</li>		
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					<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
					<ul>
					<li>Bob &#8220;MicroBob&#8221; Rotruck</li><li>Sasha &#8220;Pokey&#8221; Radisich</li><li>Patrick &#8220;Bilbo-San&#8221; Minton</li><li>Brian &#8220;baleksa&#8221; Aleksa</li><li>Jason &#8220;code 7654321&#8243; Ho</li><li>Alan &#8220;Dixon&#8221; Jackson</li><li>Jeremy &#8220;supreme20&#8243; Steinhausen</li><li>James &#8220;SplitSuit&#8221; Sweeney</li><li>Felipe Mesquita</li><li>Ryon &#8220;7CardRyon&#8221; Nicholson</li><li>Dan Abrams</li><li>Eric Rodawig</li><li>Ben Kniaz</li><li>Reese Newell</li><li>Predeep Padala</li><li>Dmunnee</li>					</ul>
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								Ni-N-Go:
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								68 Videos							</td>
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								Classroom Series:
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								35 Videos							</td>
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								Stoxpoker University:
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								495 Videos							</td>
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								Omaha:
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								28 Videos							</td>
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								NL Holdem:
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								351 Videos							</td>
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								Limit Holdem:
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								72 Videos							</td>
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								Razz:
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								35 Videos							</td>
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								12 Videos							</td>
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								86 Videos							</td>
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								No Set Schedule but between 40+ videos are released each and every month.							</td>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							Stoxpoker has one of the most well rounded repertoires of poker training videos of any training site. They have the best limit section out of all the sites as well as some great content in their Stoxpoker university videos and power point presentations (Classroom series). Stoxpoker is truly innovating how training sites provide content to its members and PTG expects huge things to continue for Stox.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Leatherass, Ed Miller, Stoxtrader</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Stoxpoker is very solid when it comes to NLHE. They have great content for players looking to move up from the small stakes games to mid stakes.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Leatherass, Stoxtrader</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								This is a neglected area of many of the training sites and Stoxpoker is no exception							</p>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Stoxtrader</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The HU section will suffice for now. It isn&#8217;t at the top of the class but Stoxpoker has produced a few solid NL HU videos that will help students learn the game.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Freedom25</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								The Limit videos are the best in the industry. If you play limit poker you need to join stoxpoker for Bryce &#8220;freedom25&#8243; Paradis. He is the best limit player in the world and his videos bring the highest level thinking and mathematics of any site.							</p>
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							Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Action Jeff, Adanthar, MKind16, RandAllin, JSchnett, Tranquil Chaos</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								One of the leading tournament players in the world anchor the mtt section and Matt delivers quality videos that appeal to all levels of players. The mtt section has videos of all levels from low stakes to high stakes, and even includes some university content. Key concepts include; Aggression, Bet Sizing, Calculating Odds, Check-raising, Equity, Extracting Value, Hand Ranges, Metagame, Note Taking, Playing AK, Using Information.							</p>
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								Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Collin &#8220;sngman101&#8243; Moshman, Matt Matros</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Collin Moshman is a SNG pro who will step up your SNG game with his high quality videos. Colin goes into in depth analysis on difficult concepts that will bring your game leaps and bounds above your competition. Collin is also switching up his videos between LAG and TAG styles to show you how both styles effect your hand to hand decisions, this enables players of all styles to relate to his videos. Key concepts include; low and high blind play, end game, heads up hand ranges, bet sizing, stealing, stealing, re-stealing, and position.							</p>
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								Ratings : 
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							Robert &#8220;Mr Omaha&#8221; Williamson III allows Stoxpoker&#8217;s Omaha section to take the lead under the &#8220;other games&#8221; category in the poker training site war. His analysis of hand ranges, pre flop play, pot control makes for very informative videos. Stox has not neglected this area and it shows by the quantity of videos. This is a definite plus as NLHE becomes tougher to beat and players are looking at other games to get their edge.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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						<p>
							The site&#8217;s servers have seemed slow over the week that it took to write this review. The website was down a few days but I am sure that they were just performing upgrades to their servers. It&#8217;s hard to say too much bad about Stoxpoker as they have a very well rounded site compared to other training sites.						</p>
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						<p>
							Stoxpoker is probably the most well rounded site with top pro&#8217;s from every major game that a student would want to learn. PTG feels that they are innovating the way we as consumers receive training content by using the Stox Univerisity and Classroom approach to learning. Those two features combined are really worth the price of admission. They teach the basics in a easy to learn format and really build a solid base to move up limits. The most obvious strength is Stoxpokers&#8217; limit hold&#8217;em section. They are by far the superior site when it comes to limit poker so if you play limit you better join Stoxpoker before your competition does! The other major strength is that they are producing more videos on a weekly basis then any other site so your value per video produced is very high compared to other training sites.						</p>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Stox Poker worth it?</h3>
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						<p>
							This is one of the most impressive, well rounded training sites out there and will be worth your investment no matter what you play. That really is the beauty of Stox, they made themselves appeal to all players and didn&#8217;t really neglect any major category. If you join Stoxpoker you will probably end up learning and crushing a new game because the instruction is so good. Stoxpoker could add a new income stream by playing a new game and PTG thinks that is +EV.						</p>
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					StoxPoker Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-9-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13">
						
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					9.0/10	
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							Please follow the above link to the StoxPoker&#8217;s video library and choose your free sample video right from Stox Poker&#8217;s website. While your there click join and become a free member for free 3 minute demos of all Stoxpokers videos.
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		<title>PokerSwat Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2011 05:24:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PokerSwat is one of the newest entries into the poker training scene. Already on its version 2.0 upgrade, Poker Swat is definitely determined to make their mark with an all-star lineup of the who’s who in the online world. PokerSwat [...]]]></description>
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PokerSwat is one of the newest entries into the poker training scene. Already on its version 2.0 upgrade, Poker Swat is definitely determined to make their mark with an all-star lineup of the who’s who in the online world. PokerSwat is also presenting an international feel to the training scene, with many European and non North American coaches, and with plans to introduce training videos in a variety of languages including German and French. With over 100 HD quality videos, Poker Swat is aiming to bringing in a new style of high definition poker training.  <strong>PokerSwat is currently in process of being sold.  No NEW Videos are being released and your account status has been frozen.</strong>
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Pokerswat’s videos are now available at <a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/images/cardacademyvideo.JPG">Drag the Bar</a> poker training site. 
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With 3 month prepaid signups you save an extra 10% on top. Save 15% off of 6 month signups. Save 20% off 12 month signups!
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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							Platinum: €19.99/month &amp; €39.99 Signup fee€<br />
Gold: €15.99/month (No High Stakes Videos)<br />
&amp; €31.99 Signup fee<br />
Silver: €10.99/month (Low Stakes Videos Only)<br />
&amp; €18.99 Signup fee<br />
Guest Pass: Please contact us to<br />
see how you can get a FREE guest pass						</p>
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
						<p>
							Credit Card, Boyle Poker Room signup						</p>						
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								Downloadable?
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								Forums
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					<h3>Instructors</h3>
					<ul>
					<li>James &#8220;Andy McLEOD&#8221; Obst</li><li>Marty Smyth</li><li>Christoffer &#8220;-NoName-&#8221; Egemo</li><li>Alec &#8220;Traheho&#8221; Torelli</li><li>Terje &#8220;Terken89&#8243; Augdal</li><li>Aurangzeb &#8220;Ozzy87&#8243; Sheikh</li><li>Sjoerd &#8220;Pacuno&#8221; Stevens</li><li>Jean-Claude &#8220;JcMoussa&#8221; Moussa</li><li>Jason &#8220;UncleDap&#8221; Su</li><li>Brian &#8220;Brianm15&#8243; England</li><li>Stephen &#8220;PoorUser&#8221; Costello</li><li>Matt &#8220;Plattsburgh&#8221; Vengrin</li><li>Morten &#8220;Pokergirl1&#8243; Erlandson</li><li>Jaime &#8220;Xaston&#8221; Kaplan</li><li>James &#8220;jballer88&#8243; Ackerman</li><li>Jeff &#8220;caviat_emptor&#8221; Ferguson</li><li>Daragh &#8220;HectorJelly&#8221; Thomas</li><li>Andy &#8220;TheSpider&#8221; Ward</li><li>David &#8220;Roundtower&#8221; Murray</li><li>David &#8220;Pok3rPlaya&#8221; Tuite</li><li>Jim &#8220;Van Dice&#8221; Fennell</li><li>Jon &#8220;Bas&#8221; Spinks</li>		
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					<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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								Sit-N-Go:
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								4 Videos							</td>
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								Horse:
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								2 Videos							</td>
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								Omaha:
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								40 Videos							</td>
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								NL Holdem:
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								90 videos							</td>
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								Limit Holdem:
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								0 Videos							</td>
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								Tournaments:
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								35 Videos							</td>
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								Other:
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								7 Videos							</td>
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								Set schedule with between 3-7 videos released each week. Video schedule is released on the forums 							</td>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							Mostly a cash and tournament based training site at the moment, with a good diversity of pros instructing each field. Currently all streaming media, but there are plans to add DRM free downloadable .wmv videos in the very near future.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Cash Games</h3>
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													<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Ozzy87, Pok3rplaya, Hector Jelly, Traheho</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Mostly midstakes here, but there is an overall good range of stakes including micros and high stakes.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>rutrum ut viverra eros tincidunt.</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Lack of depth in the full ring cash game department							</p>
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							<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Ozzy87, Pooruser, Hector Jelly, Traheho, Pokergirl</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Good assortment of HU battles, including a classic Ozzy87 vs Prahlad playing 50/100 deepstacked.							</p>
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							<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong>
							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>rutrum ut viverra eros tincidunt.</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								None at the moment							</p>
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							Ratings : 
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>Andy Ward, Marty Smyth, Plattsburgh</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
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								Though there is a wide assortment of MTT videos including freezeouts, rebuys, and various strategy videos, this section could be much better. It has been somewhat neglected with no recent videos, and a very qualified mtt player Andy McLeod has not made any mtt videos. Definitely a lot of room for improvement here, though the videos that are available are top notch quality. Great thought process and detailed explanations throughout the videos.							</p>
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								Only 4 videos right now. 3 of them are a 3part beginner&#8217;s guide to sngs by Kazor. The other video is a mass multi-tabling session where Bas has 20+ sngs running at the same time!							</p>
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							A very bright spot is the PokerSwat Omaha video selection. Here you have plenty of videos from PLO greats such as Ozzy87 and Andy Mcleod. Right now the videos are all mid stakes						</p>
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							As a site that is currently still in its revamping stage, there are plenty of holes which need to be fixed. A lack of direction in what type of training site they want to be, an overall provider or just cash games. The potential is there to provide all around, so hopefully this will be addressed. There is also a lack of a firm release schedule. Some weeks only 3 videos are released, other weeks there may be 7. Customers have also requested downloadable videos, so hopefully that will be implemented soon. The forums are not very active at the moment, but instructors do take the time and answer questions.						</p>
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							The poker training videos on PokerSwat are all excellent quality. Many are recorded in HD quality, so both the audio and video are top notch. The cash games in both NLHE and Omaha are very well instructed and presented, and serve as the backbone of the training site. Site navigation is simple, and advanced enough to provide various filtering options to find your desired training video.						</p>
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							Poker Swat is another growing training site in a heavily growing market. Like others to suceed they have to be able to provide something unique or just overall great content. PokerSwat has those structures in place, a great site layout, top quality instructors, and once they address their weaknesses, they should be able to advance amongst the top echelon of poker training sites. Having a EURO based site does have its advantages though, especially with the huge European poker market. The price point is also definitely affordable with a lower than average signup fee, so give it a shot without having to break out the bank for quality poker training.						</p>
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		<title>Full Tilt Poker Academy Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 22:24:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A poker site has finally recently entered the poker training market, enter Full Tilt Poker Academy! And best of all this is free to any current or new Full Tilt member, so the only requirement is simply that, sign up [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[				<div class="post_content"><p>A poker site has finally recently entered the poker training market, enter Full Tilt Poker Academy! And best of all this is free to any current or new Full Tilt member, so the only requirement is simply that, sign up to Full Tilt Poker and get FREE poker training.
</p>
<a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/fulltilt-academy.php" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/ff.gif" alt="" title="Full Tilt Poker Academy" width="468" height="65" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" /></a><p></p><br/>
<p>The site features video&#8217;s from several Full Tilt pros such as Chris Ferguson, Howard Lederer, Paul Wasicka, Phil Gordon, Andy Bloch, Jennifer Harmon, Allen Cunningham and several others FT red pros so its a star studded cast of instructors. Having said that the instruction is not up to par honestly with any of the other paid sites, or anywhere close to it. The bulk of the information is extremely general information &#038; most of can be found in any entry level book or even poker magazines, which gives an indication as to how basic the information is.
</p>
<p>The layout of the site itself is very well layed out &#038; very professional in nature. Nothing less than what you would expect from Full Tilt Poker. There is really no way to get lost or confused maneuvering through the site as it is very user friendly. The videos themselves are very well produced. Among the best in the business. There is nothing wrong with the video&#8217;s production, only the quality of the content. The length of the video&#8217;s also leaves much to be desires as several are under the 15 minute mark. The videos themselves are categorized as Strategy, Cash, Tournament, and SNG videos. The games covered in the video&#8217;s are Holdem both No Limit &#038; Pot Limit, HORSE, &#038; Omaha Hi Low.
</p>
<p>One of the puzzling aspects of the site is the video&#8217;s are rated for difficulty level. This is puzzling in that the videos are are almost all what would be considered rudimentary level videos by other training sites. This perhaps is one feature that would have been better off left out.The site offers quizzes after viewing a video and most require some play at the site to generate points for purchasing items in a store dedicated to the site. You acquire the points which are called Academy credits by playing at the site and applying what you have learned from the site. Available for purchase on the site is a membership to CardRunners training site which would probably be your best bet in all honesty. You do not need to play at Full Tilt in order to watch all the videos but you will need play there in order to accumulate points. Your progress throughout the quizzes and challenges is monitored on the site through a section called My Academy.
</p>
<p>While the site itself is a marketing ploy there is no outright sales pitch from any of the instructors, not that it would be bad considering the stellar reputation of Full Tilt and its position in the industry as one of the largest and most respected poker sites.Having said that the videos leave much to be desired and really would be most useful to the entry level players out there. If anyone is beyond the novice stage of the game you would be better suited elsewhere. With the instructors the site has this could have been a site to be reckoned with but instead turned out to be a letdown for anyone with the slightest bit of poker knowledge. If you have a friend who is interested in learning the game(s) this would serve as a good site for them.
</p>
<p>Here is the full list of prizes available at the Full Tilt Academy Store</p>

<ul>
	<li>Poker Deck 1,200</li>

	<li>Key Chain &#8211; Distressed 2,100</li>

	<li>Card Runners 24 hours 3,000</li>

	<li>Ringer Tee 5,000</li>

	<li>$26 Token 5,000</li>

	<li>5000 FTP&#8217;s 5,000</li>

	<li>Every Hand Revealed 5,100</li>

	<li>Inside Poker: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly 6,100</li>

	<li>Positively Fifth Street 6,100</li>

	<li>Getting Started in Hold&#8217;em 6,700</li>

	<li>Hold&#8217;em Poker 7,100</li>

	<li>Online Ace 7,100</li>

	<li>Poker: The Real Deal 7,100</li>

	<li>Pizza, Pasta and Poker 7,100</li>

	<li>Phil Gordon&#8217;s Little Blue Book 7,300</li>

	<li>Phil Gordons Little Green Book 7,300</li>

	<li>Sit &#8216;n Go Strategy 8,100</li>

	<li>Texas Hold&#8217;em Odds and Probabilities 8,100</li>

	<li>The Poker Mindset 8,100</li>

	<li>Small Stakes Hold&#8217;em 8,100</li>

	<li>Internet Texas Hold&#8217;em 9,100</li>

	<li>Winning Poker Tournaments One Hand at a Time: Vol .1 9,100</li>

	<li>Professional No-Limit Hold&#8217;em 9,100</li>

	<li>The Full Tilt Poker Strategy Guide: Tournament Edition 9,100</li>

	<li>Tournament Poker for Advanced Players: Expanded Edition 9,100</li>

	<li>No Limit Hold&#8217;em: Theory and Practice 9,100</li>

	<li>Hold&#8217;em Poker for Advanced Players 9,100</li>

	<li>Theory of Poker 9,100</li>

	<li>Harrington on Hold&#8217;em Vol.1: Strategic Play 9,100</li>

	<li>Harrington on Hold&#8217;em Vol.2: The Endgame 9,100</li>

	<li>Harrington on Hold&#8217;em Vol. III: The Workbook 9,100</li>

	<li>Thermal Hoodie 9,600</li>

	<li>Harrington on Cash Games: Vol. 1 10,000</li>

	<li>Harrington on Cash Games: Vol. 2 10,000</li>

	<li>Full Tilt Poker Strategy Guide &#8211; German Edition 10,500</li>

	<li>J America Windbreaker 10,500</li>

	<li>500 poker chip set 14,700</li>

	<li>$75 Token 17,500</li>

	<li>Card Runners 1 month 20,000</li>

	<li>$100 Bonus 20,000</li>

	<li>Techno Computer Backpack 20,000</li>

	<li>25000 FTPs 25,000</li>

	<li>Basketball/Baseball 25,000</li>

	<li>Card Runners 6 months 40,000</li>

	<li>$300 Bonus 60,000</li>

	<li>100,000 FTPs 100,000</li>

	<li>$600 Bonus 100,000</li>

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		<title>Cake Poker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 22:15:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cake Poker is an online poker room that was established in 2005 and has been running seamlessly since then. Over the past five years Cake Poker has been able to grow into one of the larger poker rooms on the [...]]]></description>
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<div class="post_content"><p>Cake Poker is an online poker room that was established in 2005 and has been running seamlessly since then. Over the past five years Cake Poker has been able to grow into one of the larger poker rooms on the internet. The reason they have seen such exceptional growth is in large part due to the promotions, realistic software and the fact that they allow US players to play poker in their poker room. I have found that the poker room is one of the best designed while still ensuring that players can navigate through the settings and options easily.
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<h2>Software</h2>

<p>We have found the software that Cake Poker uses to run the poker room to be excellent over the years. If you’re a new player to the room then you will need to spend a couple minutes downloading the software to your computer. Once you’ve downloaded the software you’ll be able to set-up your account with the poker room so that you can begin playing. You will be able to choose your own 3D character to represent you at the poker table from a variety of different options. Initially in 2004-2005 Cake Poker had some flaws in their software, but they have since improved the software drastically and taken player suggestions so that players have the most enjoyable experience.
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<h2>Games</h2>

<p>One thing that I have found with Cake Poker is that they don’t have enough of a game selection for some players. I personally only play Holdem and Omaha typically which are the two games offered at Cake Poker, but at the same time a lot of other players enjoy playing other games. You won’t be able to play poker games such as seven card stud, razz, five card draw or any mixed poker games.
</p>
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<h2>Welcome Bonus</h2>

<p>Cake Poker offers one of the larger welcome bonuses for first time depositors and it’s automatically assigned to your account although there are requirements for earning the bonus. You need to earn FPP’s in order to clear your bonus and it will be released in $10 increments. You can view how much of the bonus you’ve earned from your account at all times and you’ll have exactly 90 days to clear as much of the bonus as you can.
</p>
<ul>
<li>110% Welcome Bonus for up to $600 Maximum on your First Deposit only.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Promotions</h2>

<p>There are lots of ongoing promotions running at Cake Poker which you should take advantage of as a player in the room. They often send out reload bonus codes to loyal players through email as well as tickets into freeroll tournaments. Cake Poker runs a very unique loyalty program for players too. You can potentially earn over $50K from the rewards program every year, but obviously you’d need to be a full-time player basically to earn that much.
</p>
<h2>Player Support</h2>

<p>You can always contact a Cake Poker support team member no matter what time it is where you live. They are very knowledgeable and work on replying to every support ticket within 20-30 minutes. They have several emails on their website so make sure you choose the correct email for your question.
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		<title>noIQ Poker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 22:12:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[No IQ Poker is an online poker room that isn’t as busy as most poker rooms are, but they do have a quality selection of games and tournaments to participate in. The poker room first opened up in 2006 and [...]]]></description>
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<div class="post_content"><p>No IQ Poker is an online poker room that isn’t as busy as most poker rooms are, but they do have a quality selection of games and tournaments to participate in. The poker room first opened up in 2006 and has seen consistent growth over the past three years. While some poker rooms have come and gone, No IQ Poker is still around and running stronger then ever before. The poker room doesn’t quite offer the promotions that most other poker rooms have, but they do have a nice sign-up bonus for all new players who make a deposit. No IQ Poker uses a top of the line software package which you can customize to your liking.
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<h2>Software</h2>

<p>Currently No IQ Poker uses the PlayTech software which is one of the most well known providers in the online poker industry. There software is used on lots of different poker rooms and it’s constantly updated with new features so that players have the best gaming experience possible. You can resize table screens at No IQ so that you can multi-table without having to switch back and forth between screens. The software won’t have any connection or speed problems due to the fact it’s powered by PlayTech which handles some of the biggest online poker rooms in the world.
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<h2>Games</h2>

<p>You will be able to play all the of the traditional poker games at No IQ Poker, but you won’t be able to play several of the more unique poker games such as mixed poker games and Razz. There are lots of tournaments which typically fill up quickly as well including lots of different types of tournaments. The traffic isn’t the greatest during some hours of the day at No IQ Poker, but they typically have anywhere from 10K-20K players online between cash games and tournaments. I have found when playing in this poker room that the player quality isn’t that great which is a good thing for you because you’ll have a better shot at making money.
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 <br/><a href="http://www.noiq.com/poker" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/noiqtable.jpg" alt="" title="noiqtable" width="400" height="281" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-899" /></a><br/>
<h2>Welcome Bonus</h2>

<p>No IQ Poker has a typical sign-up bonus where you’ll receive a 100% match bonus on the first deposit you make into the poker room. Just like every other poker room there are clearing requirements for your bonus which you’ll need to meet in order to have the money credited to your account.
</p>
<ul>
<li>100% Welcome Bonus for up to $600 Maximum on your First Deposit only</li>
</ul>
<h2>Promotions</h2>

<p>You aren’t going to be overwhelmed with promotions as a player with No IQ Poker and you should make sure you understand this before joining. If you enjoy playing in special events, obtain reload bonuses or any of the other types of bonuses offered by most poker rooms then you might be better off looking elsewhere. No IQ Poker does offer some guaranteed prize pool tournaments, satellite tournaments to live poker events and freeroll tournaments.
</p>
<h2>Player Support</h2>

<p>The support team was surprisingly quick when we tested the player support features. It only took them a little over an hour to contact me back during peak hours of the poker room. You can contact No IQ Poker through email, telephone and fax. The contact details can be found on the No IQ Poker website.  
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		<title>PKR Poker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 22:05:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Training Guy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You’re going to have an awfully hard time trying to find an online poker room that is more fun to play in then the PKR Poker room. The entire poker room is 3D and you’ll be able to create your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[				<a href="http://www.pkr.com/en/" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/pkr468x60.gif" alt="" title="PKR Poker" width="468" height="65" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" /></a>
<div class="post_content"><p>You’re going to have an awfully hard time trying to find an online poker room that is more fun to play in then the PKR Poker room. The entire poker room is 3D and you’ll be able to create your own player which you can dress up in hundreds of different clothing options. US poker players won’t be able to play in the poker room which is a shame, but if online poker becomes legal in the US then obviously PKR will be open to open their doors to anyone in the USA. I have been spending most of my time playing in the PKR poker room lately due to the 3D experience and the fact that the traffic has grown nicely since opening.
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<h2>Software</h2>

<p>PKR runs their own software suite which nobody else is allowed to use and it’s the best software on the market right now for online poker. It’s the very first poker room that is entirely 3D and you’ll be able to enjoy several different poker room locations based on the stakes you play on. You will need to download the PKR software to your computer when you play for the first time, but after that you’ll be good to go. I do feel that the lobby could use a little work as it’s quite basic, but it gets the job done and is really simple to navigate through due to the simplicity of the design.
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<h2>Games</h2>

<p>PKR Poker doesn’t offer a good game selection yet, but that is because they wanted to grow the poker room before implementing too many different games. I believe that they will soon be able to add some new poker games because traffic has been spiking, but for now you’ll be able to play Holdem, Omaha and Omaha Hi/Lo. There are about a dozen different tournament structures available in the poker room for you to enjoy as well as cash games in limit and no limit.
</p>
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<a href="http://www.pkr.com/en/" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/pkrtable.jpg" alt="" title="pkrtable" width="500" height="500" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-906" /></a>
<br/>
 <h2>Welcome Bonus</h2>

<p>In order to claim your first deposit bonus in the PKR Poker room you need to make sure you used the code “PKRBONUS” when you’re signing up. The bonus can be worth anywhere from $10-$800 based on the amount you deposit. You will receive 100% of the amount you deposit as your bonus, but you’ll also receive tickets into freeroll tournaments plus some PKR points so you can buy some clothing for your character before playing.
</p>
<ul>
<li>100% Welcome Bonus for up to $800 Maximum on your First Deposit only</li>
</ul>

<h2>Promotions</h2>

<p>The PKR Poker Club is where loyal players get rewarded for playing poker in the poker room. There are different levels of loyalty and the higher the level you are the better rewards you’ll be eligible for as a player. Apart from the loyalty program there isn’t an overly big amount of promotions in the PKR poker room for players which is a bit of a downfall.
</p>
<h2>Player Support</h2>

<p>Just like all of the other respectable online poker rooms PKR offers full 24/7 support for players through email or live chat. The live chat feature is run by LivePerson which is the most trusted online support software on the market and ensures you can receive immediate assistance.  PKR now welcomes PAYPAL as a deposit option.  Unfortunately Canadians may not deposit with paypal at any poker site.
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		<title>Carbon Poker Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 22:03:33 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[				<a href="http://www.carbonpoker.com/" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/carbon468x60.gif" alt="" title="Carbon Poker" width="465" height="65" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" /></a>
<div class="post_content"><p>Carbon Poker isn’t that old of a poker room, but they have acquired a decent amount of players in the few years that they have been operating. The traffic doesn’t compare to the bigger online poker rooms, but you will be able to find action almost any hour of the day. Carbon Poker is one of the most well designed online poker rooms and I have always found that playing in a nicely designed poker room is always more enjoyable. All new players will receive a bonus when they first sign-up from the poker room and there are also lots of rewards too win.
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<h2>Software</h2>

<p>Carbon Poker uses a very unique software suite which is loaded up with some of the best features available. Some of the features on the Carbon Poker software include dealt it twice, rabbit hunt and many others. You can also show one or two cards after folding your hand on Carbon Poker which most poker rooms don’t allow you to do. You can play multiple tables and resize them so that they fit inside of your computer screen. The poker table design is fairly straight forward and dull, but it gets the job done and there are definitely no distractions.
</p>
<h2>Games</h2>

<p>As Carbon Poker has grown they have implemented new poker games for the players to enjoy. As of right now you can play Holdem, Seven Card Stud, Triple Draw, Omaha, Razz and Badugi. You can also play several other games at Carbon
</p>
<p>Poker including blackjack, roulette and video poker. There is a nice selection of tournaments in the poker room as well which includes bounty tournaments, shoot-out tournaments, freeroll tournaments, satellite tournaments and many others. Players will also have the chance to earn a bad beat jackpot if they ever lose a hand when they have quad 7’s or better.
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<h2>Welcome Bonus</h2>

<p>All new players to Carbon Poker who decide to play for real money will receive a bonus when they make their first deposit. The bonus has wagering requirements which you’ll need to meet in order to clear the bonus, but they aren’t that difficult. The quickest way to earn your bonus is through multi-tabling micro limit poker tables.
</p>
<ul>
<li>100% Welcome Bonus for up to $600 Maximum on your First Deposit only</li>
</ul>
<h2>Promotions</h2>

<p>Carbon Poker didn’t grow into one of the better known online poker rooms without offering players a lot of promotions. They have several bonuses including a bad beat jackpots and royal flush jackpot. They keep up to date leaderboards for both single table tournaments and multi-table tournaments and players who finish atop of the list each month will earn money and prizes. You can also qualify for almost every major live poker tournament at Carbon Poker through satellite events including tickets to WSOP events, WPT event, Aussie Millions and several others.
</p>
<h2>Player Support</h2>

<p>You can contact Carbon Poker using their support email on their website or you can use the live chat feature as long as you already have an account. You need to sign in to the live chat with your account details in order to be able to access the support representatives. If you need immediate assistance then the best way to contact Carbon Poker is through the live chat.
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		<title>Daily Variance eBooks</title>
		<link>http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/reviews/daily-variance-ebooks/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 21:59:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DailyVariance Publishing, a poker education publishing company created by two great instructors today Cole &#8220;CTS&#8221; South formerly of cardunners and Tri &#8220;SlowHabit&#8221; Nguyen. The provider of premium poker education materials for professionals and aspiring professionals. They currently offer the best [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[				<div class="post_content"><p><strong>DailyVariance Publishing</strong>, a poker education publishing company created by two great instructors today Cole &#8220;CTS&#8221; South formerly of cardunners and Tri &#8220;SlowHabit&#8221; Nguyen. The provider of premium poker education materials for professionals and aspiring professionals. They currently offer the best No-Limit Holdem and Pot-Limit Omaha books/ebooks in the world. Their products help you develop the skills necessary to beat today&#8217;s tough games by teaching you how to consider each variable in a poker decision and improve your overall thought process.  They employ leading poker theory in a practical manner that players at all skill levels can easily understand.</p>

<p>Daily Variance now have 3 ebooks available in their library.</p>
<p></p><a href="http://www.dailyvariance.com/" target="_new"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/nl-book-175k.png" alt="" title="" width="468" height="65" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" /></a><p</p>
 <br/>
<h2>1. Let There Be Range</h2>

<p>Let there be Range is Cole and Tri&#8217;s first ebook.  This ebook created waves in the poker industry with its price of $1,850!  Though when players started buying it and reading it, extremely positive reviews started pouring in.  This is not your standard &#8220;poker strategy&#8221; book that you buy off the shelves of your favourite book store.  This is real poker strategy.  Learn the real strategies on topics such as: pot control, playing out of position, river bluffing, equity, floating, and much much more.  A full table of contents is available on the site.  Not convinced, also available on the site are all the Let There Be Range reviews from various influencial players in the online poker world.  Here is a quick excerpt of the book:
</p>
 
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<h2>2. The Pot-Limit Omaha Book: Transitioning from NLHE to PLO</h2>

<p>The 2nd book from Daily Variance is a much needed PLO strategy book.  This one is from Tri himself, and provides great insight of how to transition your usual NLHE game into your new found desire to learn the fast action game of Pot Limit Omaha.  Like the NLHE book, this is also divided into 2 parts, and contains various topics such as pre flop play, positioning, trouble hands, 3betting, calling, drawing, fold equity, and much more.  You can also find a full table of contents and this PLO book review on the website.  Here is an excerpt of the book ..
</p>
 


 

<h2>3. The No-Limit Holdem Workbook: Exploiting Regulars</h2>
<p>This 100-page workbook picks up where Let There Be Range left off. The book goes over the common mistakes SSNL/MSNLers make and teach you how to avoid making them. Included is a Q&#038;A section with 35 hand histories to test your knowledge on NLHE and hopefully help figure out where your leaks are.
</p>
 

<h2>Here is the pricing for these books:</h2>
<ul>
    <li>The Ultimate Package (All 3 books + PLO manager software) &#8211; <strong>$1,337</strong></li>
    <li>NL Full Book &#8211; <strong>$947</strong></li>
    <li>NL: 1st Half &#8211; <strong>$297</strong></li>
    <li>NL: 2nd Half &#8211; <strong>$697</strong></li>
    <li>PLO: Full Book &#8211; <strong>$367</strong></li>
    <li>PLO: 1st Half &#8211; <strong>$47</strong></li>
    <li>PLO: 2nd Half &#8211; <strong>$32</strong>7</li>
    <li>NL Workbook &#8211; <strong>$97</strong></li>
    <li>NL Package (workbook &#038; ltbr) &#8211; <strong>$997</strong></li>
    <li>LTBR &#038; PLO books -<strong> $1247</strong></li>
</ul>	

<p>All prices are in USD and can be paid via paypal and credit card.  All books include price protection of up to 45 days!  Enter the bonus code <strong>COMBO</strong> and save $50+ if you buy more than one book.
</p>
<p>You can also find on the site a free <strong>4-bet Calculator</strong> and a <strong>Fold Equity Calculator</strong>
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		<title>Tournament Poker Edge Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 18:16:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome the newest poker training site to enter the crowded poker training frame, Tournament Poker Edge. TournamentPokerEdge.com as the name specifies is a new training site that will deal with only poker tournament training and have only tournament strategy videos [...]]]></description>
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				<p>
Welcome the newest poker training site to enter the crowded poker training frame, Tournament Poker Edge.  TournamentPokerEdge.com as the name specifies is a new training site that will deal with only poker tournament training and have only tournament strategy videos in their library.  Headlining the poker coaches is none other than Casey “bigdogpckt5s” Jarzabek, the legend who has been destroying online poker tournaments the past few years, and ranking #1 at various times by Pocketfives and OPR.  Their slogan is “Professional MTT training from the top live and online pros” and judging by their initial coaching roster and eagerness to provide quality videos, TPE can definitely put itself into contention towards the best tournament training site. Read our full Tournament Poker Edge review now.</p>			</div>
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						<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
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							<b>**No Sign-up Fee on all Memberships!**</b>
Monthly: $23.95<br />
Quarterly: $69.95<br />
($23.31 /mth)<br />
Semi Annually: $129.95<br />
($21.65 /mth)<br />
Yearly: $239.95<br />
($19.99 /mth) <br />						</p>
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						<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
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							Credit Card, Paypal,  Poker Site Transfer
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							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33">							</td>
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							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/no.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31">							</td>
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							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33">							</td>
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					<li><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/poker-news/exclusive-interview-with-casey-bigdogpckt5s-jarzabek-of/">Casey “bigdogpckt5s” Jarzabek</a></li><li>Charles “Hagbard Celine” Sizemore</li><li>Ryan “HITTHEPANDA” Franklin</li><li>Jon “Wein” Wein</li><li>Derek “Killingbird” Tenbusch</li><li>Shaun &#8220;Cougars4444&#8243; Hendrickson</li><li>“RonFezBuddy”</li><li>Tim &#8220;TTWIST&#8221; Kelly</li><li>Mike &#8220;goleafsgoeh&#8221; Leah</li><li>Brendon &#8220;Brendooor&#8221; Rubie</li><li>Daryl &#8220;aaaaaaaa&#8221; Jace</li><li>Ben &#8220;KidCardiff6&#8243; Warrington</li><li>Lee Childs</li><li>Nikolai &#8220;Halowax&#8221; Sears</li><li>Danny &#8220;DannyN13&#8243; Noseworthy</li><li>Marc &#8220;aznAllin007&#8243; Alioto</li>		
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								Tournaments:
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								451 Videos							</td>
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								0 Videos							</td>
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						<strong>Notes :</strong>
						<p>
							Currently only tournament videos.  Perhaps limited other videos in the future.						</p>
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							Ratings : 
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					<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
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							<strong class="border">Pro : <span>All</span></strong>
							<strong>Notes :</strong>
							<p>
								Currently an assortment of MTT videos including freezeouts, rebuys, and various strategy videos differentiated by various stages of a tournament (early, mid, late, final table), as well as multitabling and single table varieties.  The majority of the videos feature bigdogpckt5s which is more than welcome.  Viewers can now get the insight of how situationally based aggression wins you poker tournaments.  Most of the videos are hand replayers but there are a few live sessions and poker theory videos.  You also have the ability to select certain concepts in which you want to learn more about.  Numerous options such as 3 betting, 4 betting, bubble play, calling ranges, and much much more.							</p>
							<h4>
								Ratings : 
																	<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-10-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13">
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						<p>
							While the actual site design is nice and clean, there is much to be desired in regards to the structure, especially with video sorting, categoring, searching, etc.  With 36 videos it is all one long list and you are unable to sort/search by instructor, or buyin.  This will be a major problem when the library increases, and sortability is important for most viewers.  ** Note: within a day of writing this review and listening to our feedback, Tournament Poker Edge have implemented sortability; by instructor and by stake! The video quality is pretty standard, not HD like some other sites, but definately viewable.  There are some audio issues, echoing, etc.. but that is something all of theses training sites experienced during their infancy stage.						</p>
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						<p>
							One of the biggest pluses for a dedicated site is that you receive exactly what you want to pay for.  If you are looking for mtt training, then tournamentpokeredge is where you can receive tournament strategy videos.  Many tournament regulars have been wondering what goes on in the head of Casey Jarzabek during his ultra aggro persona, and now everybody can.  There appears to be frequent blog and article updates, and no forum question has been unanswered so far, with the coaches answering both support and strategy inquiries.  With videos releasing at a 1 per day pace, and the ability to stream, download to an ipod or windows media file, there will be no shortage of videos for your viewing pleasure.						</p>
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					<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Tournament Poker Edge worth it?</h3>
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						<p>
							TournamentPokerEdge.com has come into the poker training scene late and is looking to challenge the other great mtt training sites such as pokerpwnage, cardrunners, and pokervt.  With a lead instructor with the resume of bigdogpocketfives, they have a nice table captain to build off of.  At $20 and change per month and no signup fee, Tournament Poker Edge is definitely worth it at this point for the mtt grinder.						</p>
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					Tournament Poker Edge Review : 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-10-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13">
						
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					10/10	
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							Please follow the above link to the Tournament Poker Edge home page and from there you can view a bigdogpckt5s Sample Video. While your there click join and become a registered guest for free access to the video library, instructor blogs and forums.	<img src="http://www.tournamentpokeredge.com/?affid=PTGuide" alt=" ">				</p>
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		<title>Deepstacks Poker University Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 06:23:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<h2>Deepstacks Promotional Code</h2>
Deepstacks poker university brings you back to school, poker school that is.  In a virtual training scholastic atmosphere, Deepstacks poker utilizes reactive training technology to bring you interactive training modules to teach you strategies to deal with various poker scenarios.  Along with a world class roster made up of both live and online pros, and many with previous experience with other poker training sites.  Deepstacks Poker University will attempt to provide top notch poker strategy in an innovative yet educational manner.  Please be sure to read our full Deepstacks Poker University review. And be sure to use our deepstacks university promotional code: PTG</div>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>$99.95 plus 2 months free $29.95 a month afterwards<br /> Use Deepstacks promotional code <strong>PTG</strong> and only pay:<br /> $69.95 plus 2 months free $24.95 a month afterwards<br /> (a $30 initial savings plus $5 per month savings after 60 days)</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Credit Card</p>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Videos</td>
<td width="98" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Streaming?</td>
<td width="110" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Downloadable?</td>
<td width="115" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Hand Replayer?</td>
<td class="last" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Forums</td>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle">465+</td>
<td width="98" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/yes.jpg" alt="" width="35" height="33" /></td>
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<h3>Instructors</h3>
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	<li>Mike &#8220;The Mouth&#8221; Matusow</li>
	<li>TJ Cloutier</li>
	<li>Tom McEvoy</li>
	<li><a href="/profiles/matt-mattg1983-graham/">Matt &#8220;mattg1983&#8243; Graham</a></li>
	<li>Olivia &#8220;Liv&#8221; Boeree</li>
	<li>Alex &#8220;The Insider&#8221; Outhred</li>
	<li>Adam &#8220;Roothlus&#8221; Levy</li>
	<li>Tristan &#8220;Cre8ive&#8221; Wade</li>
	<li><a href="/profiles/justin-booosted-j-smith/">Justin &#8220;Boosted J&#8221; Smith</a></li>
	<li>Andrew &#8220;Browndog19&#8243; Brown</li>
	<li>Hayden &#8220;Nipsman&#8221; Fortini</li>
	<li>Jay &#8220;WeHAVEaPROB&#8221; Houston</li>
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<h3>Guest Pros</h3>
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	<li>Jon Friedberg</li>
	<li>Nick Binger</li>
	<li>Maria Ho</li>
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<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Sit-N-Go:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">46 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Omaha:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">37 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">NL Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">54 videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Limit Holdem:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">37 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Tournaments:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">220 Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Averaging about 2 module releases per week</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>The main focus of Deepstacks University is first mtts, then no limit cash games (full ring), and sit and go&#8217;s at this time.  They have recently introduced some limit videos. There are plans for additional games, by August there will be some Omaha modules released, and deep stacks will release some headsup and six max videos this fall.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Cash Games</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>None</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>There are currently no 6max or short handed variants.  Current plan is for Fall 2010.</p>
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<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Full Ring</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>Various</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>For a novice poker player, the &#8220;Basics&#8221; and &#8220;Essentials&#8221; modules should be taken before the rest of the curriculum.  The cash game NLHE section consists of 14 beginner modules, 38 essentials, 4 level 2s, 42, level 3s, and 5 level 4s and no level 5s.</p>
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<strong class="border">NLHE &#8211; Headsup</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>None</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>There are currently no headsup videos at this time.  Current plan is for Fall 2010.</p>
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<strong class="border">LHE &#8211; 6 Max</strong> <strong class="border">Pro : <span>weHAVEaPROB</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>All limit videos are level 2 difficulty and each attached with a quiz.  Level 3 difficulty modules will be released in June.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-7-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Multi Table Tournaments (MTT)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>All</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>Currently the heart of deepstacks poker training is their tournament strategy education.  You will learn things like bet sizing, implied odds, stack sizes and how to effectively use it, how to play sets, betting the flop, turn and river in various modules, and so on. There are currently 5 level 2 videos, 144 level 3, 46 level 4, and 3 level 5 quizzes.</p>
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<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>Adam “Roothlus” Levy, Jay “Wehaveaprob” Houston</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>he modules here are good, you can learn about concepts such as polarized hand ranges, shoving, and blind play.  There are 3 level 2, 33 level 3, and 7 level 4 videos.</p>
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<h3>Other Games (Stud, Omaha, Razz, etc.)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>PLO games have now been added to Deepstacks.com that cover Level 2 &amp; 3 difficulty settings.</p>
<h4>Ratings :  															<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-0-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /></h4>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>One of the main benefits of joining a major poker training site these days is the interaction between user and other users and instructors.  With no forum, Deepstacks is missing out on that.  With forums, users are able to discuss videos, what they liked or disliked, and in turn it definately helps out the video producer improve on future products.  Each module is fairly short, and some only in the 5 minute range.  It probably won&#8217;t take long to get through the whole site.  Also the majority of videos are all level 3 (though many should be rated level 2 or under), there is a lacking of strategy for advanced players.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
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<p>The poker training videos on Deepstacks poker university are all excellent quality. The production value is top notch with high quality audio and video.  The true strength of this training site is its unique approach where the illusion of the instructor sitting on the video cutout talking directly to you and giving you answers even when you are wrong.  Strength is also in the future of deepstacks where there are major plans for more innovative interactive learning tools.  Deepstacks recently added PLO videos which have strengthen their poker training library.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: 	Is Deepstacks University worth it?</h3>
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<p>Right now deepstacks is geared toward mostly beginners and those with decent poker knowledge.  The only games offered currently are full ring cash NLHE, some limit, sitngos, and tournaments so if you are looking for something else, there is no need to proceed right now.  The knowledge and instruction provided by all the instructors is excellent.  Learning the essentials taught here are a great way to start the right way of playing poker.   This method in poker training is very effective and brings you back to your schooling days, only fun.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">Deepstacks Poker University Review: 							<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-5-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span>7.5/10 </span></h3>
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<h3>Sample Video</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><a href="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/go/deepstacks.php"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-809" title="Dragthe bar video" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/deepstacksvideo.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="389" /></a>
<p>Please follow the above link to the Deepstacks University home page and click on the sample videos section. While your there try out the sample modules to see if deepstacks poker training is for you. Make sure to enter our Deepstacks Poker Promotional code PTG.	<img src="http://www.deepstacksu.com/poker/offer?campaignId=a0630000007e596AAA" alt=" " /></p>
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		<title>HUSNG Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 05:39:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[HUSNG (Heads-Up Sit and Go) is the premiere poker training site for heads-up poker players. If you don’t specifically play heads-up sit and go tournaments you should read our other poker training reviews, as HUSNG focuses solely on HU tournaments. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.husng.com/affiliate/6869" target="_new"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1015" title="husngbanner" src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/husngbanner.jpg" alt="" width="468" height="65" /></a></p>
<div class="post_content">HUSNG (Heads-Up Sit and Go) is the premiere poker training site for heads-up poker players. If you don’t specifically play heads-up sit and go tournaments you should read our other poker training reviews, as HUSNG focuses solely on HU tournaments. All of the instructors on HUSNG have been successful high stake heads-up poker players for years now and have the expertise that will take you to the next level. With hundreds of heads-up tournament videos in the HUSNG library and more being added every week, this is easily the best poker training site for players that want to excel at heads-up poker.  Read our complete HUSNG review and see for youself.r</div>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p><strong>**No Sign-up Fee on all Memberships!**</strong><br /> <strong>Standard</strong> (Access to videos ranging from $1-$55 buyins) <br /> 1 Month: $25 <br /> 3 Months: $60 <br /> <strong>Premium</strong> (Access to all videos) <br /> 1 Month: $120 <br /> 3 Months: $165 <br /> 12 Months: $540</p>
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<h4><span>Payment Methods :</span></h4>
<p>Credit Card, Paypal, eCheck</p>
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<td width="98" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Streaming?</td>
<td width="110" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Downloadable?</td>
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<td class="last" width="80" height="34" align="center" valign="middle">Forums</td>
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<td class="first" width="80" height="70" align="center" valign="middle">200+</td>
<td width="98" height="70" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/no.jpg" alt="" width="32" height="31" /></td>
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<h3>Instructors</h3>
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	<li>RyPac13</li>
	<li>Skates</li>
	<li>Croixdawg</li>
	<li>xSCWx</li>
	<li>Cog Dissonance</li>
	<li>Fydor_8</li>
	<li>HokieGreg</li>
	<li>ITRIED2WARNU</li>
	<li>PrimordialAA</li>
	<li>Mersenneary</li>
	<li>Alex &#8220;The Insider&#8221; Outhred</li>
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<h3>Video Variety</h3>
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<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">200+ Videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Other:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">0 videos</td>
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<td class="left" width="150" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Release Schedule:</td>
<td class="right" width="348" height="20" align="center" valign="middle">Videos are released weekly</td>
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<div class="extra_content"><strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>As the company name suggests, only Heads Up SitnGo videos here</p>
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<h3>Sit-N-Go&#8217;s (SNG)</h3>
<div class="extra_content"><strong class="border">Pro : <span>All</span></strong> <strong>Notes :</strong>
<p>All of the videos on HUSNG are based solely around playing heads-up sit and go tournaments. The videos range in buy-ins and include $1 heads-up sit and go tournaments all the way up to $1000+ heads-up sit and go tournaments. The majority of the videos are within the $5-$55 buy-in although there is also a wide selection of videos in the $100-$200 buy-in range. A lot of the new videos have been released from Cog Dissonance and xSCWx, both of whom are extremely successful heads-up players. Some of the videos in the member’s library are reviews of how the instructors play and I find these very helpful. Once you go through the entire library of heads-up poker videos you’ll have enough knowledge to beat anyone you want. I’ve been a successful medium limit heads-up player for a while now and the videos provided by the coaches at HUSNG have helped me increase my bottom line.</p>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>There are definitely some weaknesses that need to be improved upon at HUSNG to make the site easier to navigate. The number one feature that needs implemented is the ability to stream the videos directly from the library rather then making the member has to download the videos to their computers. I’ve noticed a few of the videos have some sound problems, which makes it difficult to listen to the coach, but the majority of the videos are excellent quality. It would be nice if they could add a feature so that you could sort the videos by buy-in rather then by instructor only.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
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<p>Downloading the videos to your computer is painless and only takes about 1 minute per video. The majority of the videos are flawless and have prefect audio and video. You can sort through the videos several ways including a master list, which lists the videos by the date they were added. You can also sort the videos by instructor, which will allow you to go through the videos by a single coach at a time if you’d like. The forums are also a huge perk and a great reason to join HUSNG. All of the members can communicate through the forums although from what I’ve noticed the coaches don’t participate in the forums that much.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: 	Is HUSNG Worth It?</h3>
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<p>In my opinion HUSNG is definitely worth it’s weight in gold if you’re already playing heads-up sit and go tournaments seriously and want to really work on improving your game. You can easily get away with the standard membership initially at $25/month until you move up to the $55+ buy-ins, at which point you’ll want to purchase the premium membership. By the time you move up the $55+ buy-ins you’ll easily be making enough ROI from the training to make it worth the cost. With new videos being added weekly by some of the best HU tournament players online, it’s next to impossible to find a better source of HU strategy.</p>
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<h3 class="site_review">HUSNG  Review :		<img src="http://www.pokertrainingguide.com/wp-content/themes/Poker/images/b-0-10.gif" alt="" width="155" height="13" /> <span> NA/10 </span></h3>
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<h3>Sample Video</h3>
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<p>Please follow the above link to the HUSNG home page and from there you can select the FREE tab and view an assortment of FREE HUSNG VIDEOS.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:35:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>CoachingTokens was launched in April 2011 and is a totally unique poker training site. It took over a year to develop the platform that powers CoachingTokens and I must say that the website looks very impressive. The idea behind CoachingTokens is to offer a platform where online poker players can receive free personal coaching from experienced poker players.</p>
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<p>As of April 2012 the coaches also have paid services on top of the free services they currently offer so if you are looking for some more 1 on 1 time check them out.<p>
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<p> Most poker training sites require players to sign-up for a monthly/annual membership in order to receive access to the content on the site. CoachingTokens understands that the online poker world has become way more competitive in recent years, which is why they feel players need personal coaching rather than generic poker strategy.</p>
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<p> The only way to fix leaks in your poker game is by first identifying them, which is hard to do by simply watching poker training videos. By using one of the 30+ personal coaches at CoachingTokens you’ll be able to have your coach identify leaks in your game, which you can then work on next time you play a session.</p>
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<p> CoachingTokens is 100% free, but there is a bit of a catch. In order to receive free personal coaching you need to sign-up to one of the poker sites that CoachingTokens recommends. There are currently 11 poker rooms that players can choose from and each of the poker rooms has a great rakeback or VIP deal that you’ll receive. Once you start playing real money poker at the site you decide to join you’ll begin earning tokens.</p>
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<p> The tokens you earn from playing poker can be used towards hiring a personal coach. Each token is worth $10 and you can hire a personal coach for as little as 2 tokens although it typically costs more. To find out how quick you’ll earn tokens you need to use the calculator found on the “Earn Tokens” page on the CoachingTokens website. The rate at which you earn tokens will depend on the poker game, stakes and number of players you’re playing with.  With the use of <em><strong>Skype</strong></em> or <em><strong>TeamViewer </strong></em>the player can then receive professional online poker coaching from their desired coach.</p>
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<h4><span>Membership Options :</span></h4>
<p>Coaching ranges from 5 tokens ($50) to 90 tokens ($900) per hour</p>
<p><a href="http://www.coachingtokens.com/?referrerid=8782" target="_blank">Signup</a> now and receive a <strong>FREE TOKEN</strong></p>
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<h3>Coaches</h3>
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	<li>Jose &#8220;Girah&#8221; Macedo</li>
	<li>Bullitos</li>
	<li>Ben &#8220;NeverScaredB&#8221; Wisnofsky</li>
	<li>Borntarun</li>
	<li>Gordon Gekko</li>
	<li>Cog Dissonance</li>
	<li>Yeshua_Won</li>
	<li>James &#8220;SplitSuit&#8221; Sweeney</li>
	<li>Duckslayer2k</li>
	<li>Losched16</li>
	<li>OldJude</li>
	<li>Samoleus</li>
	<li>TruFloridaGator</li>
	<li>OldLove</li>
	<li>Aesthetics</li>
	<li>Leader</li>
	<li>YourDoom</li>
	<li>Scott Dobos</li>
	<li>Braminc</li>
	<li>Brit Devine</li>
	<li>Tom &#8220;LearnedFromTV&#8221; Chambers</li>
	<li>Zac &#8220;Fasteddy23&#8243; Holyoke</li>
	<li>Doorbread</li>
	<li>NuteDawg</li>
	<li>Marshall28</li>
	<li>MLAGOO</li>
	<li>IRunLUcky</li>
	<li>Stake Monster</li>
	<li>TOGL</li>
	<li>AXELF82 / Praios</li>
	<li>Overbet56</li>
	<li>Kazor</li>
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<h3>Weaknesses</h3>
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<p>If you have an account at most poker sites already you’ll need to switch to a different site that you’ve never played on before or you won’t be able to use CoachingTokens. The rate at which you earn tokens can be relatively slow on the low limit tables and most of the coaches currently charge quite a bit for coaching. I like the fact that they offer players a rakeback or VIP deal, which means you’ll receive money back every month based on how much you play.  There is no option to straight out pay for coaching at this current time, but that should be added within the next couple of months.</p>
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<h3>Strengths</h3>
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<p>CoachingTokens is a new idea for offering poker training online and I think they’ll do great. Players don’t need to pay any money for the personal coaching, as you simply need to join one of the poker sites CoachingTokens recommends. Since they only make money if you make money, they’re going to want to make sure that they train you as best they can. There are already 30+ coaches available in a variety of poker games and stakes, so beginners and high stake players can find a coach with enough experience and skill to coach them.</p>
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<h3>Expected Value: Is Coaching Tokens worth it?</h3>
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<p>Coaching Tokens isn’t going to be for everyone due to the site switching, but I think they’re set-up nicely for new and existing poker players who don&#8217;t want to spend money on coaching out of their bankrolls. You simply join one of the poker sites on CoachingTokens and start earning tokens, which you can then use towards personal 1-on-1 poker training. Each coach has a profile listed on CoachingTokens and you can check out the player’s stats and bio before booking them for a coaching session.  Since not everybody has the proper attention span to learn on their own, having a one on one session directly with a poker instructor will be an advantageous option for many.</p>
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