LAS VEGAS, NV -- (Marketwire) -- 05/26/10 -- The World Series of Poker Academy, the exclusive provider of live poker training for the World Series of Poker, announced an updated schedule of events for the 2010 World Series of Poker. For the first time the new Mind & Body Academy hosted by Sam Chauhan and Joe Navarro will be part of the pre-2010 WSOP Main Event line-up. In this Academy players will learn how to develop a winning poker mindset and learn observational skills that are critical for live play from two of the best trainers in the business. Players can sign up for the Academies at http://www.wsopacademy.com.
SCHEDULE
May 28-29, 2010 - Two-Day Tournament Academy
Instructors: Mark Seif, Shawn Rice, Mark Kroon
This Academy is geared toward poker players who are looking to improve their game by giving players insight into the way they should be thinking about vital aspects of the game. From the beginner to advanced the curriculum will help players prepare for WSOP satellites, preliminary events and beyond by fine-tuning their tournament poker skills.
Price: $1599.00 - 10% discount offered with promotional code RIOTEN
May 30, 2010 - Live Hand Analysis Academy
Instructors: Shawn Rice
Players can build on the skills and knowledge acquired at the Tournament Academy by working on situational and hands-on concepts. All instruction takes place at the poker tables with a 10 to 1 Student to Instructor Ratio.
Price: $999.00 - 10% discount offered with promotional code RIOTEN
June 10, 2010 - ALL NEW - Ladies Only Live Hand Analysis Academy
Instructors: Annie Duke
All new for 2010, this Academy has been revised to provide more personalized, hands-on training in small groups of 10. Players will learn situational and hands-on concepts from Annie Duke and other female pros to help them prepare for the WSOP Ladies Only Tournament and open events. Instruction takes place at the tables and space is highly limited so register early!
Price: $999.00
July 2-3, 2010 - ALL NEW - Two Day Advanced Main Event Primer Academy
Instructors: Annie Duke, Greg Raymer, Mark Seif, Shawn Rice, Court Harrington, Mark Kroon
This Academy has been revamped for 2010 and is now a two-day advanced primer. Players will learn to think and analyze tournament situations like pro, techniques to manage difficult situations and get advice on how to fine tune their poker game and fix their leaks. Each day includes seminars, live hand analysis sessions, lunch and two private no limit holdem tournaments. First place winners receive entry into the 2010 WSOP Academy Tournament of Champions.
Early Bird Price: $1599.00 Regular Price: $1999
July 4, 2010 - NEW - Mind & Body Academy
Instructors: Sam Chauhan and Joe Navarro
Mindset Guru Sam Chauhan will teach the techniques for developing a winning poker mindset. He has coached top pros such as Phil Hellmuth, Antonio Esfandiari, David Williams, Paul Wasicka and Josh Arieh take their games to the next level. Joe Navarro will reveal more than 200 nonverbal tells and take students through observational exercises they can use at the tables. He will focus on identifying opponents' tells and concealing your own.
Price: $499.00
Free Weekend Seminars - Prizes
The WSOP Academy will maintain an Educational Stage in the Brasilia room for the duration of the 2010 WSOP. Every Saturday and Sunday at 11am and 4pm, starting May 29th, the WSOP Academy will host free seminars, poker IQ clinics, book signings and autograph sessions with the pros. Scheduled to appear are Phil Hellmuth, Doyle Brunson, Greg Raymer, Annie Duke, Mark Seif, Joe Navarro, Sam Chauhan, Bernard Lee, Ali Nejad, Mark Gregorich, Mike Caro and more.
There will be weekly drawing for free WSOP Academy Live Events valued at $1899 and 6-month subscriptions to WSOP Academy online.
Advanced Main Event Primer + Mind & Body Bundle
Players can get a bundle package price of $1999 by booking the Advanced Main Event Primer and the Mind & Body Academy together. There are additional discounts for Academy Alumni available for all events. Registration fees include participation in seminars, materials, breakfast and lunch, multi-table tournaments where players can win a seat into the WSOP Academy Tournament of Champions (if applicable). Space for all events is limited so advanced registration is encouraged, check the www.wsopacademy.com website or call 800-989-9767 for more information.
About the WSOP Academy
The World Series of Poker Academy is the exclusive provider of live poker training to the most prestigious set of poker tournaments in the world, the World Series of Poker. The WSOP Academy delivers groundbreaking instructional programs to players of all skill levels including tournament primers and breakthrough events like the Mind & Body Academy. Players have the opportunity to learn directly from the top champions of the game including Phil Hellmuth, Annie Duke, Greg Raymer, Mark Seif and Joe Navarro. Please visit: www.wsopacademy.com for more information or follow us at www.facebook.com/wsopacademy or www.twitter.com/wsopacademy
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