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The game of billiards has been around for quite a while. It’s believed that the game evolved from a lawn game played in Northern Europe in the 15th century. Of course, today, it’s a beloved game found in game rooms, pool halls, hotels, restaurants, bars, and even homes.
Want to master the game? We’re here to help. At TakeLessons, you’ll find incredible in-person classes and the very best online billiards lessons to help you level up your pool skills. Whether you’re a beginner or billiards pro, sign up with us today to learn some new tricks on the pool table!
Certified Billiards Teachers
Here at TakeLessons, our teachers know what it takes to put you on the path toward achieving your goals. Not only are our tutors patient, kind, supportive, and encouraging, but they are also talented, professional, and qualified to teach you your way around the pool table.
When you’re ready to choose your billiards teacher, browse our selection. All of our teachers are certified and have undergone background checks. You can read each of their profiles to find out more about their expertise, qualifications, schedule, and rates.
It’s our mission to keep our classes affordable, so the average cost of an hour-long session is $63. However, you may pay between $30 and $100 an hour, depending on your specific teacher, location, and type of lesson.
Signing up for lessons is easy. After finding your teacher and deciding when you’d like to meet, simply select your lesson package, and you’re good to go!
Billiards Online Lessons for All Ages
When it comes to learning to play billiards, there really is no age requirement. Anyone can learn the ins and outs of this game as long as they pay attention, follow instructions, and practice.
If you have a child interested in learning this game, look into our billiards lessons for kids. But if it’s you who wants to master billiards, check out our adult classes. Our tutors welcome students of all ages to sign up. At Take Lessons, we believe that your age should never get in the way of learning a new skill. Join our lessons today!
Billiards Lessons for All Levels
You don’t need to have years of experience to take our classes. In fact, you don’t even need to know anything about the game to receive lessons. Our billiards teachers work with students of all levels to help them learn everything there is to know about this game, no matter their prior experience.
Just starting out? Sign up for our billiards lessons for beginners, where you’ll start with the basics. Already know a bit about the game? Join our more advanced lessons to master more challenging aspects and techniques like jumps, breaks, and banks.
Sample Curriculum for Beginner Billiards Lessons
If you have little or no previous experience shooting pool, then billiard lessons for beginners are for you! In beginner classes, your teacher might choose to cover the following topics:
- Get to know the equipment (cue, billiards balls, table, pockets, and markings)
- Locate the kitchen, headrail, foot rail, and diamonds
- Learn the proper way to hold and chalk the cue or pool stick
- Learn the rules to a variety of billiards and pocket billiards games
Sample Curriculum for Intermediate Billiards Lessons
In these classes, your teacher will show you some new techniques and strategies to improve your game. In intermediate classes, your tutor might choose to cover the following topics:
- Upgrading your pool cue
- Aiming and shooting strategies
- Controlling the cue ball
- Practice new grips and holds
Sample Curriculum for Advanced Billiards Lessons
Content covered in advanced billiards courses depends greatly on the student's interests and goals, but your teacher might cover the following:
- Practicing jumps, breaks, and banks
- Breaking strategies
- Learn strategies for play and setting up your opponent
- Controlling your position
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Start with our in-person or online billiard lessons today! We make signing up easy and hassle-free. Simply select your tutor and schedule, choose your lesson package, and join our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Now, grab your cue stick and get ready to learn!
FAQ
How do beginners learn billiards?
While beginners can learn this game in a variety of ways, we always suggest taking beginner lessons for billiards first. You see, learning with a private tutor is the best way to lay the groundwork and learn all the ins and outs of this tabletop game. You can start with the basics, such as getting to know the equipment and learning the rules of the game. This way, you develop a good strong foundation on which to grow your skills.
Is billiards easy to learn?
Learning billiards is easy but mastering the game takes time and effort. When you take billiards lessons, you’ll quickly learn rules and how to master basic moves, but learning different strategies and more advanced techniques can be more difficult without proper instruction or practice. When you take private lessons, your teacher will break down each concept to make learning this game as easy as possible.
How do you take pool lessons?
Here at TakeLessons, we offer in-person or online billiards lessons. If you like to learn face-to-face with an instructor, then our in-person sessions are right up your alley. But if you’d rather learn from the comfort of your own home, perhaps you’d prefer our online billiards lessons where you can virtually meet with your teacher. Whichever format you prefer, you can rest assured you’ll learn all the tips and tricks to shooting pool like the pros.
