Course Information
Cue-Tech offers the following classes:
Course I: Beginner / Introductory
General Class Description
All Cue-Tech courses are by appointment only. A workbook containing a brief outline of each workshop* is provided for every student in which to take notes. Each workshop will cover the basic concepts of a specific skill or technique followed by drills designed to target those particular skills. After each workshop there is a discussion (question/answer) period followed by a short break. Lunch is one hour every day at around 1:00pm or 2:00pm to avoid the lunch rush. The dress code is very casual as comfort is a factor in learning.
The classroom is in a private instructional facility and is smoke and alcohol free.
To schedule an initial or follow up course, or if you have any other questions, call Cue-Tech at 1-800-707-0158.
* Course curriculum is updated monthly and is therefore subject to change without notice ...
COURSE I: BEGINNER / INTRODUCTORY
This course is an "Introductory" class for beginning pocket billiard players. This two day course is specially suited for aspiring players that have never held a cue, and beginning players who have played a little and want to gain a little more proficiency to enjoy the game.
This course includes (but is not limited to):
Basic orientation
Pool terminologies
Getting familiar with the equipment (cue, balls, table, etc.)
Understanding the Mechanics (Grip, Bridge, Stance, etc.)
Developing a "Stroke"
Basic Pocketing
Video review is used to help each person gain an understanding of their mechanics and stroke.
If you're just starting out and want to start having fun without being frustrated all the time, this course may be for you.
Course II: Advanced
This course is for the accomplished player that has more than a passing acquaintance with the game. If you have been playing for some time, whether recreational or in competition such as leagues or tournaments, this course may be for you.
The Advanced course is an intensive three day course that covers a complete spectrum of skills and concepts required to excel at Pocket Billiards. This course begins by expanding the concepts and skills included in the Introductory course, then continues into the advanced concepts needed in order to compete at a whole new level.
This is a fully comprehensive course covering the necessary skills in order to become a proficient player, and is our most popular course to date.
Some of the skills covered in this course are:Advanced concepts and application of Grip, Bridge, & Stance
Advanced concepts and application of the Stroke
Consistence
Ball Address
CENTERGISTICS
Cue-Ball quantification
Speed Control
Sighting & Aiming
The Stop Shot
Science & Physics
Tanent Lines
Elastic Collisions
Friction Factors
Practicing
& More .....
Course III: Expert
The Expert course expands a players arsenal of skills through advanced application. A player gains more understanding of how the concepts from the Advanced course interact, and how to apply this knowledge in new ways.
If you are a seasoned player and you're ready to tackle the next level, this course may be for you.
Proficiency with the skills covered in the Advanced course are necessary in order to perform and apply the concepts of the Expert course. Therefore, the Advanced course is a prerequisite for this one.
Some of the concepts covered in this course are:Psychology, Physics & Physiology
Choke Syndromes
"Shape"
Pattern Play
Strategy
Safeties
Banks
Kicks
Breaking
Instructor Training
Along with the Standard Cue-Tech curriculum, the Instructor Training Program emphasizes the skills needed to become a competent instructor. Training includes video skills, presentation & communication, creating class formats, drill concepts, evaluation techniques, and various homework assignments. During this training, the Instructor Candidate will assist in teaching a class under the supervision of a Master Instructor.
Sessions
Sessions are "by-the-hour" classes for students who wish to work on specific skills. These classes can be done at the Cue-Tech facility or in your home (as long as there is a table). The availability of sessions are based on the availability of an instructor during your desired time and is therefore by appointment only.
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