How Do I Choose The Right Poker Coach?

It depends on what you want. Dosen't that seem like the answer you get for most of the questions you ask about Texas Hold'em. But it really is true. What you want to learn is what type of poker coach you want to match yourself up with.

Are you looking to improve you ring game play? If so, seek out a poker coach with experience in playing cash games. The reverse also holds true. If you are looking for assistance and direction in playing Sit n Go's or Multi Table Tournaments, then look for credentials that include tournament final tables and wins.

It may seem a little strange, but strong ring (cash) game players tend to be a little weaker in tournament play and strong tournament players will be a little weaker in cash games. Of course the majority of top level players are great players in both, but unless your looking to spend $1000.00 an hour in poker coaching fees, you probably won't be going to a top level player for your poker coaching.

Before contacting anybody to talk about poker coaching, be honest with yourself and write down where you think you need help. Is it starting hands, odd calculations, position play, starting tournament strategy or strategy in the later rounds of tournaments?

One thing holds true....the more information you can provide your potential poker coach about your present level of play and what you are seeking to accomplish, the better they can prepare your session so you will get the most help they can provide.

Always remember, the poker coaching session is about you, not the coach. Give them enough information and you can direct the session to where you need the most help.