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Playing poker involves a great deal of patience and persistence when playing seriously, but understanding the hand values is the first step in learning its rules. Play this famous card game with this free video series on the game of poker.
There are 9 videos in this series:
Understand that poker begins with a foundational knowledge of the suit and hand rankings, starting with a high card, ace of spades being the highest, and ending with a royal flush, a 10, jack, queen, kin and ace of the same suit. Understand this classic game with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
Playing strip poker with a partner is a fun way to pass the time, as each player is playing for articles of clothing instead of chips and the rules can be changed as the game progresses. Be creative when playing strip poker with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
When playing poker, understanding the values of each hand is a good place to start, beginning with a high card and ending with a royal flush. Determine the hand and suit values before playing with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
Poker table tops and chips can be found online or at local retailers, especially during the holidays. Find a great poker table top, some of which fold up in thirds for easy storage, with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
Playing poker for a living requires setting aside a bankroll specifically for gambling, studying the game and the odds extensively and having a great deal of patience. Play poker to make a living, sure to be prepared for the ups and downs inherent to the game, with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
Six-handed poker is played much like any other game, except that the game is limited to only six players, which alters the odds and starting values of the hands. Understand six-handed poker with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
When buying poker chips, consider the three different types that include clay chips, common in professional poker rings, metal chips and plastic chips, which are lightweight chips found at most supermarkets. Pick out a great set of poker chips with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
When playing poker as a beginner, stick with the higher-valued cards to keep things simple and avoid bluffing too much until becoming more advanced at the game. Get a few beginners tips, studying the different hands and techniques, with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
Playing poker like a pro involves knowing the outs and calculating the odds to know which hands to play and which to fold. Use patience and persistence when playing professional poker with instructions from an experienced card player in this free video on the game of poker.
Poker has become an American pastime. However, though it has been around for generations, the card game has shown no signs of slowing down. It is always evolving, and with the recent popularity of online tournaments and television programs, we still see the game of poker creating quite a following. Poker encompasses a wide variety of games from Five Card Stud and Heinz 57 to Texas Hold ‘em. Each one of these is a variation of poker with different rules and strategies. In this free video series on the game of poker, an experienced card player offers a few tips on the game. First, understand the values of each hand, which start with a high card and end with a royal flush, a 10, jack, queen, king and ace of all the same suit. Find out how to choose the right poker chips that fit specific needs, and get information about poker table tops. Find out how to play poker like a pro, and even get advice on playing poker to make a living. Understand this game, for business or for pleasure, with this helpful guide to card games.
Dean Hale Dean Hale has been playing board games and card games for more than three decades. Hale and his family spend a lot of quality time playing games. He believes that in our video game world, there is still a place for the board and card games that he has always loved.dkdk
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