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By using these tips, you can learn how to play pool better and improve your pool playing skills. When you earn a diploma, you can frame and display it with pride (e.g., in your office or game room) to show off your enthusiasm and excellence. Instructors are encouraged to charge retail prices for the diploma and/or DVD sets; although, you are free to offer lower prices (e.g., as part of a package deal). Instructors are encouraged to include a diploma and/or DVD sets as part of the price for a lesson, workshop, clinic, or course specifically geared toward achieving a BU diploma (for example, as we do with the BU Boot Camps). Pool chalk is an essential part of your pre-shot routine. Create a practice routine that encompasses different aspects of the game, such as cueing, shot types, and strategy. This is when one player breaks up the fifteen pool balls, and this is the very first shot. The objective is to use your cue ball (the white one) to strike other numbered balls and pot them into pockets. Now move your cue back slightly to the contact point the imaginary ball must strike the ball. The nap of the cloth can affect the run of the balls, especially on slower shots and shots played with sidespin applied to the cue ball.

You can also offer Instructional Videos and a diploma as options to your students (at additional costs above your normal fee). Local English-speaking guide, one-way "T" (subway) ticket, two to three snacks, and bowling alley OR billiards table fee. Each discounted amount in the table above is the total price (i.e., shipping is already included). When the total number of diplomas sold as a Senior Instructor reaches 10, a senior instructor’s designation gets promoted to "Professor." Another requirement is to be a PBIA Master Instructor. How Do I Get Promoted to the Next Higher Instructor Designation? The profits from all instructor-generated diploma and DVD sales are shared by the BU and the instructor (i.e., you get a discount) based on instructor designation as follows. Affiliate Instructors are listed on the BU website in the order that they join (in seniority order). All Professors, Senior Instructors, and Affiliate Instructors, collectively referred to as BU instructors, are listed and promoted on the BU website, with more visibility given to the higher-designation and higher-seniority members. Affiliate Instructors earn 30% profit sharing on diploma and DVD sales (see the BU instructor profit info below).

A collection of additional well-known and respected instructors were also invited to participate in the BU as Senior Instructors. To be added to the list, an instructor must be certified by another organization (e.g., PBIA, BCA, ACS, CIIA, or any other reputable organization that certifies pool instructors) and submit a diploma application (either for themselves or a student). For a student who has completed the exams under your supervision, follow the same procedure above for sending payment, but also complete and submit the diploma application form. 2. If you want the products sent to a student mailing address instead of yours, Billiards Guide include the complete mailing address in the e-mail. When you hit the cue ball, your objective is to have it go where you want it to go. You can charge whatever you want to your students, but we recommend the retail price (unless you want to share your discount with them). You can also offer a BU examination service for a fee, which would include the price of the diploma.

The examination process fully and impartially assesses your current rating and level of ability relative to others. To remain a BU instructor, you must have at least a minimum level of activity in the BU (e.g., sell at least one diploma or DVD within a 3-year period, or be waived of the requirement by Dr. Dave). Think one step ahead to maintain control over the game. This makes it hard to control the cue ball and make accurate shots. How Will I Make Money as a BU Instructor? Place the pool cue between the "V" your thumb and index finger make. Holding the cue properly is crucial for precise shots. The ability to remain composed and think strategically when executing safety shots often dictates the flow of the game. When you’re getting sick of 8-ball, or just looking for a game to practice with, this is a great resource. Whether you’re practicing alone or competing against others, each form of practice serves to hone different aspects of your game.