Methodology
Services Offered
To play poker at a high level you need to think about poker at a high level. Lessons will focus on all the components that go into how to best think about a given hand of poker, on and off the felt. Zach’s primary goal is for his students to have the tools to make the correct decisions under pressure and to work on their games all by themselves.
As important as poker strategy is, instilling a deep love poker to all of his students is essential to Zach’s teaching philosophy. He wants all of his students to be as passionate about learning and playing the game as he is! To be successful in poker long-term, it is essential to enjoy the process of studying the theory and concepts away from the table so the student's desire to improve can be put into a concrete plan of action. A constantly evolving goal-oriented approach to learning is the only way to achieve consistent meaningful results.
Testimonials
“Zach's coaching has made a great difference in my poker results. With his personalized approach to finding and plugging the leaks in my game, in six months I've gone from break-even at 1/2 to a confident, winning player, finding myself consistently among the best 2 players at the table.” - Dave M, Cleveland OH
“Zach's a brilliant teacher. He explains complicated subjects clearly, and his enthusiasm for the game is infectious. He always points out aspects of hands that I never would have seen on my own. In the few months I've worked with him, the way I think about poker has completely changed. I'm a far better player as a result.” - Oliver Bok, Oberlin OH
“If you are serious about learning poker, Zach is a great teacher to work with! His passion for the game is contagious and his continuing interest to learn more about the game is inspiring and exciting. His teachings are thorough and he really does care about my progress so he goes at my pace. Would definitely recommend him to anyone that wants to take their skills to the next level!” - Russ G, Oberlin OH
Skype lessons are available at your convenience.
In-person lessons are available on a regular basis in the greater Cleveland area.
Live Leakfinder: Have Zach play at the same table as you and get a detailed report on your strengths and weaknesses as a player and advice on how to plug your biggest leaks. Here you can find an example of the comprehensive document every student gets after doing a leakfinder. These can be done not just at the Horseshoe Casino in Cleveland, but also at card rooms within a reasonable driving distance like Detroit, Cincinnati, etc. Zach is also frequently all over the East Coast and can organize a session at venues such as Maryland Live!, Borgata, underground games in New York City, and Foxwoods.
Group Poker classes: Zach will be offering his introductory course to no-limit hold ‘em cash game strategy from September-December 2016 in Cleveland, location to be determined. This class is perfect for complete beginners to those that have been playing for years but have never studied the theory behind the game in a serious way. To get a feel for what the class has to offer, check out the syllabus. Here you can find Jack and Zach commentating on the class's final, where they played a low stakes cash game at Poker on Air studios.
For anyone interested in any type of coaching Zach will be happy to provide one free half-hour lesson/consultation. Sign up for your first lesson here, or for current rates, multiple-lesson package deals, and all other questions please contact Zach@JustHandsPoker.com
Experience
Zach has has taught individuals, small groups, and full classrooms everything from the basics of no-limit hold ‘em poker strategy to how exploit tough opponents at a short-handed 2/5 table. Zach has worked with everyone from complete beginners to winning players at 1/2 looking to move up in stakes. He has been playing and studying poker seriously for over eight years and continues to work on his own game to this day. Zach can be found regularly grinding the 1/3 and 2/5 no-limit hold ‘em games at the Horseshoe Casino in Cleveland. To get a sense of Zach's game, check out him playing on Poker on Air here.