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What To Expect?

So you're considering taking some pool lessons. Read on to find out what those lessons will look like, and what you can expect to learn.

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Lesson Structure

What to Expect

01

Skill Assessment

During our first lesson, I will assess your skills and level of proficiency in pool. This basically means we will play a couple of games and I'll closely observe your skills. Then I will identify key areas for improvement, and we'll start to work on those.

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Hands-on Learning

Once we've talked about the theory and I've provided multiple examples of the skills we're working on, you'll start to practice as I give you feedback. Usually I will give you a drill or two to work on, which will help solidify the skills in your mind and muscle memory.

02

Skill Support

During our lessons, we will usually pick one or two key skills to work on. The skills we choose to work on will be based on my assessment and your input. You can always tell me what you'd like to improve if you already know.

04

Practice Makes Perfect

After we've worked on specific skills for a while, we will play some more real games, with our focus on the skills we just worked on. Using them in a real game helps the knowledge to sink in more permanently. In between our lessons, you can continue to practice the skills in real games.

What kinds of things will I learn?

Below is a list of skills I can help you learn. This list isn't exhaustive, but it gives you an overview of what to expect. Where we start depends on our skill assessment, as well as which skills you want to learn. No matter where you start, I guarantee we can improve your game.

Beginner

  • Rules of 8-ball and 9-ball

  • Fundamentals (stance, bridge, and stroke)

  • Aiming systems (ghost ball, center to edge, etc)

  • Pocketing balls

  • Basic strategy

  • Etiquette

  • Avoiding fouls

  • Basic drills

  • Pre-shot routine

Intermediate

  • The break

  • Defensive strategy

  • Pattern play

  • Kicking and banking

  • Cue ball control

  • Follow, stun, draw, and stop shots

  • Decision-making

  • Systems for improving

  • Competition mindset

  • Controlling initiative

  • How to practice effectively

Advanced

  • The mental game

  • The emotional game

  • English (left and right spin)

  • Advanced patterns

  • How to fully control the game

  • Mindfulness

  • Playing under pressure

  • Consistency

  • Massé and jump shots

  • Precision cue ball control

  • The yoga of pool and how to apply it to life

How much does a lesson cost?

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Single Lesson

My rate is $60 per 90-minute lesson. I prefer cash payments, but I also accept Venmo or Cash App. If we both have time, we can play a few games together after the lesson just for fun.

Value Packs

I offer discounts to students who pay up-front for multiple lessons.

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  • 3 lessons for $160

  • 5 lessons for $260

  • 7 lessons for $360

Free Phone Consultation

If you have questions about my lessons, teaching style, or anything else, feel free to schedule a 15-minute phone consultation with me. We can talk about your goals for your pool game and get to know each other. 

What do my students say?

Exceptional instructor! Within months, Taylor turned me from someone who barely knew how to hold a cue into a confident NAPA league player. His patient guidance and expertise helped tremendously, especially when I felt intimidated and embarrassed by my initial skill level. Highly recommended for those seeking to have fun with a new hobby that will help you make a lot of great friends.

Jessica, intermediate player

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