… learn how to play and excel at pool and billiards

by Dr. Dave Alciatore

Featured Instructional Video Tutorials for How to Play Pool

If You Don’t Know Where to Start

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Instructional Resources Supporting “The Illustrated Principles of Pool and Billiards

New or Recommended Instructional Resources and Tutorials

Useful References for Learning the Game and Its Secrets


This site contains everything you need to know to learn how to play pool and master this wonderful game. The instructional videos, articles, tutorials, and other resources reveal all pool secrets and teach you all important principles and techniques of the game. Good luck on your journey to be the best pool player you can be so you can enjoy pool for many years to come.


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