- Develop the right pool stance. Having a strong pool stance is critical to playing well. Stand strong so that you don’t fall over if someone accidentally bumps into you.
- Chalk before every shot. Chalk your tip before making any shot. If you don’t chalk, you are likely to miscue your shots.
- Hold the cue stick properly. There are different ways of holding the cue. Make sure the cue is aligned to your body in a way that you can easily swing it.
- Use ghost ball aiming for visualization. To make great shots, imagine a “ghost ball” in front of the object ball you want to strike. The ghost ball will help you visualize where you should hit the object ball.
- Learn the proper aiming technique. Don’t exaggerate your aims. Take time, visualize the cue ball and aim properly.
- Make a stable hand bridge A hand bridge is one of the two physical contacts you will make with your pool cue. Try different hand bridges to find one that you are most comfortable with.
- Learn how to break The way you break will set the tempo of the game. As a beginner, break by hitting the center. Avoid hitting at crazy angles.
- Be confident Confidence is critical if you are to play pool well. Sometimes, all you need is confidence to make a difficult shot.
- Play safe to increase your chances of winning in pool, winning is everything. Play safe, if necessary, to win. Don’t rush only to lose the game.
- Practice Keep practicing every day to improve your skills. The more you practice, the faster you will improve your skills.
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