All classes are held at The Billiards Café at 39 Main Street, Ayer, Massachusetts. See Upcoming Classes & Events for upcoming class dates.
Level I
This course focuses on developing new habits and techniques that will take your performance to the next level. Topics include stroke mechanics, alignment, aiming, the basics of collision physics, executing stop, follow draw and cut shots, breaking, using spin, throw, stun shots, ball speed control, position play, kick shots and effective practice techniques. A comprehensive workbook, professional drills and an in-depth video analysis of your stroke make this a must for new and experienced players alike. If you are serious about your game, you can't afford to miss this!
The cost of this Pool Players Weekend is currently $499. A $100 deposit is required to register, with the balance due upon arrival.
Level II
This course continues the process of developing an effective stroke, and introduces new techniques including alternate aiming systems, throw effects, using the tangent line English, cue ball 'squirt', advanced game strategies, two rail kick shots, bank shots, cushion play, ball address, and shot selection. Advanced drills, workbook and video stroke evaluations are also included in the program. Students taking this course should have sound stroke fundamentals and knowledge of the major techniques and concepts
utilized in playing cue sports.
Academy instructors can help you decide which course will best meet your current playing and skill development goals.
The cost of this Pool Players Weekend is currently $499. A $100 deposit is required to register, with trhe balanve due upon arrival.
Advanced Skills Workshops are available to former students and those who have completed instructional programs with BCA accredited instructors. Each workshop is a 3 to 4 hour event focused on advanced, game winning techniques and concepts. Students may attend the workshops of their choice. Cost for a single workshop is $95.00. Cost to attend both workshops is $165.00.
9 Ball Workshop: this one day workshop focuses on the skills needed to play
winning 9 Ball. Topics include breaking, rule based playing strategies, push-outs,
offensive and defensive play, safeties, two rail bank and kick systems, special shot
techniques, and the mental game. The cost of this worshop is $175.00.
8 Ball Workshop: develop the skills necessary to play winning 8 ball. Breaking,
strategy, run out techniques, safeties, bank and kick systems, shot techniques, the
mental game and drills to improve you 8 ball game are covered during this one day
workshop. The cost of this worshop is $175.00.
See Upcoming Classes & Events for upcoming class dates and more information.
Billiard Congress of America Master Instructor David MacNeill and Advanced Instructor Walter Zincavage will prepare you to become a BCA Instructor. This course includes how to publicize your services, how to work with room and league operators, how to develop lesson plans, how to conduct private lessons and classes, and a review of effective teaching techniques.
Recognized Instructor BCA Certification: This class will prepare you to teach the major skills and techniques used to play pocket billiards. Prior completion of a two day Players Workshop is a prerequisite for the Recognized Instructor class. Instructional materials and learning aids are provided. The cost of the instructor class is $350. In addition, a BCA fee of $250 is required for Recognized level certification.
Instructor Upgrades: BCA Certified and Advanced level upgrade classes are also available. The cost of an upgrade class to one of these levels is $350. In addition a BCA fee of $250.00 is required for upgrade certification.
The Billiard Academy also offers a comprehensive Instructor Affiliate Program. This program for active BCA instructors provides ongoing support as you hone your teaching skills and grow your business. See the Affiliate Program page for more information.
Several two - three hour clinics on topics such as 'Stroke Evaluation' are offered during the year. These sessions focus on specific topics of special importance to
players. See Upcoming Classes & Events page for scheduled Clinics and costs.
Group lessons can also be arranged at a location and date of your choice. Contact us at info@billiardacademy.com for more information.
Some Academy Instructors teach privately by appointment . Rates vary as does the
availability of the Instructors.
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