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Can You Learn To Play Poker In School?

CAN you learn to play poker in school?

Not at school. Many players begin playing poker at college. This is the question as to whether poker can be taught in a classroom?

Forbes, the business magazine, says "suits the world over are signing up for the World Series of Poker Academy".

It's a two-day camp for any suit that wants to play poker.

Teachers include Andy Bloch and Brad "Yukon" Booth, professional poker players.

Would you pay $1699-$1999 to be taught how to play poker?

The answer has to be no. The best way to learn is to play online.

Of course, in the US where the course is run, you can't play for money online; such is that country's protectionism.

But you can here. And Betfair will give you a £50 bonus while you learn...

Read: Charles Nesson's Second Life Poker Schoolhttp://betting.betfair.com/poker/chalres-nessons-second-life-po-011107.html
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