How to Play Pool! - Pocket Balls Like a Professional! 4 Million Views!
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- zerox-billiards.com/ - Learn how to control your cue ball! In this third installment of Pool's Biggest Secrets, Tor goes through the fundamentals of position play. He'll show how to control the cue ball around the table with no left or right spin.
00:00:00 - 00:05:44 INTRO
00:05:44- 00:18:41 STANCE - FUNDAMENTALS
00:18:41 - 00:22:15 STROKE DRILL
00:22:15 - 00:26:46
BREAK 1
DO OR DIE SHOT
SHOOT OFF POCKET POINTS
PLAYING POSITION OFF BALLS
DOR OR DIE SHOT 2
00:26:46 - 00:29:33 VARIOUS STANCES
00:29:33 - 00:36:47 BRIDGES
00:36:47 - 00:38:57 FINE TUNE AIMING
00:38:57 - 00:45:14
BREAK 2
COMBINATIONS
DRAW LIFT BRIDGE
RIGHT SIDE/WRONG SIDE
00:45:14 - 00:50:43 SHOTS USING CENTER/SPIN
00:50:43 - 00:50:43 AUTOMATIC AIMING
00:53:28 - 00:56:13 FINDING CENTER
00:56:13 - 00:58:07
BREAK 3
INTENTIONAL FOUL
JUMP OFF RAILS
00:58:07 - 01 :03:28 HIGH ACTION
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Then, he moves on to full table pattern play using spin. And along the way he demonstrates some exciting shots like the Impossible Bank Shot II, Backward Cuts, Close Cuts, Jump Shots, Jump off Rail shots, and much, much more! The full version includes 8 Ball strategy and the top 35 Professional Safeties which is available here: zerox-billiards.com/ - Jak na to + styl
I had the luxury of learning many of these billiard basics from an old friend of mine, now deceased, who owned a pool hall in St. Petersburg, FL for many years. The first day I walked into his empty hall, he asked me if I wanted to play. "Sure," I said with a confident and cocky tone, "let's play some straight pool." I soon regretted my cockiness when he ran 56 on me, stone cold, with a cue I soon learned he had made himself in his cue shop in the back of his hall. That was 1981. Needless to say, I was in such humbled awe that, days later, I asked him to help me become a better player. Well, after he laid out some strict teacher/student rules I had to agree to, such as, "when I teach you the way to do something on a pool table, don't ever say to me that your dad or uncle or whoever said to do something their way because I won't teach you anything more, because when I tell you the way to do something, it is the right way. Period." I listened and I learned and he did remake me as a player by first correcting my long held bad habits, such as a weak stance, my poor stroke and especially my incorrect bridge hand positions, one of which he referred to as my crab claw. "Control whitey," he'd say as he'd hold up the cue ball, "that's what it all come down to." Then he'd show me ball control exercises he had learned early. What a fountain of knowledge he was and I was so lucky to have him in my life as my teacher. We became friends for all the years since and I've looked to the heavens every time I pick up one of my cues I got from him, and now treasure, and I thank him for his oh so wise instructions. His name was Tom Gennari, a WW2 war hero and one of the greatest gentle men I can recall in my life. I am now 75 and miss his subtle kind ways of humorously pointing out how I could be a better player. RIP, my friend, Tommy Gennari.
Tor, this is, by far, one of the best videos on the basics of pool that I've ever seen. Beautifully done. Simply tremendous.
Thanks Gary! I appreciate that. Tom sounds like he really knew the game well.
@@ZeroXBilliards I've watched more of your videos since enjoying this one and I'm not kidding, Tor, they are the best I've ever seen. Yes, Tom was great in all respects of the game, and life. BTW, his pool hall was old school, no tv's, soft music playing, only 18+ yrs old allowed, soda and water only, and no cursing. It was all about one thing, respecting pool. And at least once a week, I and many of his friends would gather after he closed at 9 pm on Wednesdays, to enjoy playing the very social (betting) game of "golf" on one of his snooker tables. With 6-8, and sometimes more players in a game, you didn't lose much and could earn a modest amount, and of course bragging rights for the only winner. Usually Tom. Great fun and extremely instructive regarding cue ball control. At 75 now, I sure miss those days.
Your friend sounds like a great pool player and a great person. I've been taking lessons from a guy that sounds a lot like your friend. I'm 68 and thought I knew a little, I didn't! Luckily he's an amazing teacher and my game is much better!
That's an amazing story..
@@khuramsy6563 Thank you Khuram, Tommy was an amazingly good man, a quiet yet tough guy who commanded respect by his very kind nature. By the way, there were no TVs in his pool hall, just soft music mixed with the mesmerizing click of balls within the hush of respectful voices. And, no one under 18 allowed, with no cursing allowed either. Park Billiards was a magical place in my memory. RIP Tommy Gennari.
Been playing pool 26 years from wheellchair. Paralysed from chest down. Was a nightmare in the beginning but over time adapted. This video is really helpful. Everyday is a school day. Thanks for sharing 🤙
wow you've been playing pool longer than i've been alive! its such a great game and i love how pool lets me make friends with people of all ages and backgrounds at the bars and pool halls
I guy named barbox Charlie would come to my local bowling alley to play in the weekly tournaments. He was a top wheelchair player and was one of the best in that particular tournament. Geez it's been like over twenty years but they had nice little tournaments with a Calcutta winner could get around two or 300. Congrats on overcoming and adapting and not giving up on something you enjoy.
Hope you enjoy game mate😊
Bless you bro❤
@@JohnBrown-wr8co i do thoroughly i should post a frame or 2
Many years later and this is still the GOAT of free pool lessons on CZcams.
I've been playing pool for over 40 years, and this is by far one of the very best instructional videos I've ever seen. Basic fundamentals and practice (especially prior to league/tournament play) will always help with inconsistencies and increase your chances at finishing with a win. I always allow myself a minimum of 30min prior to league, or tournaments to practice my stance & stroke.
This guy might not be as well known as some of the top players, but these lessons are second to none. And I've been playing pool for 50 years.
I have to agree entirely! I haven't played 50 years only 18 but I didn't have mentors and teachers. This guy just took 18 years and made it a 1 hr video.
I really love the way this guy teaches it simplify everthing
@ Crazyfor67... when I was 7 my favorite uncle installed a regulation slate table in his basement, both he and my father were pool sharks and I received all these lessons as a little kid... and I would practice for hours on end. By the time I was 11 I was running tables in 8 ball. When I was in junior high I remember spending a whole year doing nothing but practicing banks shots... I would set up racks and every shot had to be banked in... when you can make banks with confidence and maintain position for your next shot then you become pretty hard to tie up by an opponent. P S... those dots or diamonds shapes on the outside of the rails are there for a reason and not just decorations.
2 very important things my uncle taught me early on was #1 how to read a table before I even took my first shot and #2 HOW and when to actually miss a shot.
Lastly... I've ALWAYS been a good sport, besides pool is just a game, it's not life and death... so I've always been a gracious looser but even more important a gracious winner.
Playing about 50 years but knowing nothing that just useless
I agree totally. I am amazed on his lessons. Very few pool players teach center , good video.
I enjoy your lessons. You break it down so simple, that anyone can catch on. You show us where we have to hit the ball. I love that! I am a 67 year old man learning how to control the cue ball. I just want to say I am very thankful for you. It has definitely help me on my journey. Thank you!
never too old to learn!! good luck, brother
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I remember this dude & this very video way back! After watching & practicing from this video 400 times my skill level jumped 300% within month or two! I always think of this guy & this video when I'm waxing ppl! Ppl always ask how did I get so good I always recommend this video! So great of him to take the time to make this video! I've been wanting to thank him for so many years now! You don't need to watch 30 videos just focus on this one! Thank you for this great video & sharing your years experience!
Glad it helped! Tor
In the last few weeks I have watched multiple teaching videos. This video is by far the best of all.
This instructional video stands above all the rest. You break down the most complex ideas into several easy steps. I've been playing pool for many years and have taken lessons from different players but no one breaks it down like you, brother. Excellent work!
What he said.
This is the holy grail right here
Today I watched this lesson. I was so impressed with the basic walk through of the basics. I spent a lot of time with the top English drill. I found it extremely helpful and the missing part of my game. It turns out today was also the first time I ran a rack in 8 ball following my new stance based on this lesson, arm/elbow alignment, rhythm and playing a lot of center cue ball shots. Thank you for making this video and for sharing with us all.
I'm 19 and I am very enthusiastic to Pool. I used to think nearly all the sports were pointless, until last summer. After playing a cue-sport I just fell in love with it. It is not just a game to me anymore it is a sport. I love everything about it and I'm trying to get better every single day. It is now my dream being a pool player and playing in big official tournaments. I watch a lot of vids about billiards here on CZcams; pro matches, tips and I have to say this was one of the best I've seen among them. Thank you!
Thanks Mozbel. Glad the video helped! Tor
I'm 57 years old and a occasional pool player, this is one the best 1 hour videos I have ever seen I have learnt so much has to improve my game when I practice what was taught. Thankyou very much.
Outstanding job of covering things a beginner should be aware of as they start to build their playing skills. Good refresher for experienced players too.
After viewing all the videos I could find from Tor on line I decided to purchase his video collection which comes with a ball pocketing training booklet. I am not disappointed. His style of teaching is excellent and I especially like how he shows what most new players do incorrectly. The videos are top notch and will take me quite some time to put into practice as there is just so much information. Great job Tor!
Thanks! Glad the videos have helped:) Tor
Thanks for the pool billiards lessons. Really appreciated it. It helps me learned how to play well and also identified areas that need improvement.
Thank you, Tor! You’re videos have truly been helping me be more consistent, and confident. I’m starting to understand my own game much better!!
This is so great. I wanted to do the stroke drill again. I found it in like 10 seconds looking up Tor Lowry fundamentals. Great channel and stellar content and organization 👍. Thank you ☀️
Awesome lesson. Mastery in teaching. And some real practical issues covered here. Totally appreciate your efforts in putting this together. We'll done.
This expose is probably the best Pool shooting tutorial on CZcams. Ive watched this several times and my game has improved greatly. Thanks @Tor!
I bought Tor's e-book about pool when I started playing pool 4 years ago. It gave me a full overview of the learning proces from beginner to upper-intermediate level. I truly recommend it.
We always did “free” lessons at $50 a game.. And it worked just fine..
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Yep thats why pool is full of so many degenerates
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First rule I learned at the pool hall… Don’t educate the suckers.. And here we are, 30 years later, and people just give away the store for free, on the internet..
All so everyone can play a tournament this weekend and pay some tournament director’s rent?!.. Lol.. They even do one pocket tournaments, now, if you can fucking believe that?!..
I know this video was 7yrs ago but I just now understand the fundamentals of billiards. From the basic to the highest level. This video helps me a lot. I’ve seen so many tutorials but this is the only one teach you from ABC…
Great teaching video, easy to understand and well produced. Been playing for long time but never really put any effort into my game. Now I am looking to put sometime into my game and this video was a great find.
i think even paid service couldn't be this clear in practice or perfecting the shots. Really great and best ever guidance to play pool.
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AGAIN, best teaching video on youtube. THE BEST Video I ever seen. Two thumbs up and lessons are not cheap and this information is free.
I'm a snooker player and this gent is explaining the physics for all of us. Thank you for giving me my confidence back!
Thanks again to Tor for the great instruction. There is nothing quite like it available anywhere, in terms of the entire available sets depth of instruction. Before I found Tor's lessons I tried to learn from the Dr. Dave videos, but those did not give me the full understanding of the game. With the Dr. Dave CZcams vids I was learning snippets, whereas with Tor I began to learn the whole game of rotation-style pool, including drills to improve basic skills.
I think the inflection of Tor's voice adds a unique element to his lessons - he is neither demanding, nor strident, nor angry, nor overly critical of areas where he knows many people fail to play properly. It makes for a calm, relaxing lesson that is easy to absorb.
I bought the Secrets I - III package shortly after I discovered them sometime after 2007. The price was very reasonable, especially compared to other video instruction that usually was sold on DVD.
What I like most is the huge number of free CZcams videos that Tor offers, almost the complete basics set, and large snippets of every skill set he teaches. You can watch or download from YT and judge for yourself if the great instruction and modest prices of a complete set will fit your needs.
Thanks Ammo! I appreciate the kind words. If you don't have the latest release let me know and I can send it to you. The new release has several videos on pattern play, defense, and drills. Thanks again, Tor
Thank you very much, and I started playing pool when I was much younger, but only mimicking what people do and never grasped the fundamentals of it. Later on I tried finding books and never got it either. But your videos have demonstrated many things that I never got. Most importantly, you pin pointed the faults of why someone got inconsistent. I thank you very much for this valuable video. Now playing pool is more fun and also challenging rather than “just do it and leave it to faith” as what I had always done.
Because of this video my game improved! Thank you so much!
THANK YOU .! FOR GAVE ALL THESE LESSONS I BEEN LEAN ALOT FROM YOU SKILL ALWAYS WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS AND AFTER PRACTICE ALL YOUR DRILL.THANK YOU .! GOD BLESS YOU.
One of the best pool videos I have seen. So much great information.
A comment Tor Lowry made at 45:02 in video sticks: “Understanding what side of the pocket lines you need to be on to move the cue ball around the table is one of the key components to building a strong run-out game.”
Great lesson, I’m 61 years old and I started playing billiard just for fun, thanks so much.
Man this is all you need!
Amazing instructions!
Pure gold, thanks for making this!
I got his tutorials and I can say they’re worth every dollar
How and where do i get them?
@@sas4l176 i think his website still up that’s where I got mine from
@@urbangamer8321 thanks man keep shooting! This video real good
Wow, I've been searching for a well informative video and most certainly found it. He touches base on a lot. Thumbs up. 👍🏻
This is a gem of a video. Loaded with so much learnings.
This is an incredible video for beginners and intermediate players who have never taken a lesson and want to improve their mechanics.
Thank you for all the instructional videos. Been playing for many years and I always learn something new from each video regardless of the skill level intended. I especially respect words from accomplished players like yourself. Not to say lesser skilled players necessarily deserve to be ignored. Many do create good instructional videos. But the videos created by yourself are some of the best I've ever seen. Cheers
Thanks Harry, I appreciate that!
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Great video play pool every now and then but forgot the fundamentals memory came back I'm ready to play again thank you for the tips
Thanks Mammer, glad the video helped!
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Watched 15 minutes and learned a ton! Awesome video, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You. I'll be watching this entire video over and over.
This is my favorite pool tutorial. I came across it when I first started playing pool. It's been 4 years now, and I still come back to it from time to time to further develop my game. The part on stance and stroke have been especially helpful. Thanks, Tor Lowery
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The stroke is the MOST important part of pool. After that repetition can solve any other issue quite easily.
@@Koduhs 100%
I came across this video a couple of years back and my game has been improving since. Much appreciated.
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Thank you so much I’ve watched this video several times
There are a ton of great instructors that I've found on the Internet. The amount of ground he covers is incredible. Every moment of the videos I have seen is packed with none stop great instruction. He's like a machine gun with an endless supply of bullets where the bullets represent shared pool knowledge. Tor is one of the top 2 and the only reason the other instructor might be better is because of the sheer volume of work he has done. And Tor is most likely a more accomplished pocket billiards player, meaning he would most likely win in a match between the two. But don't get me wrong, they both shoot at a very advanced level.
who's the other guy?
@@michelasilva5342 Dr Dave billiards, I guess
@@hellharold or sharivari not sure.. dr dave is pretty damn good but i have a feeling tor is still way better the guy played on the pro tour and learned from all the top pros..
@@cryptonator1988 the guy mentioned the volume of work done. I'm sure Dave has a lot more of information shared than sharivari, a university as he likes to call it.
I want to see FX Billiards vs. Dr Dave vs. Tor Lowry vs Sharivari.....battle of CZcams instructors but Niels Feijen can't participate since he's like the only the top ranked pool player that does CZcams videos...I saw Neils Feijen beat Shane Van Boening, Jayson Shaw, Albin Ouschan, Joshua Filler, and all those other top ranked pool players Feijen beat them all
wow.. all of my questions are answered here
So glad I found your instructions. I can get great fundamentals from you. TNX, I will keep working on them ;) We just bought a table and having fun. After the first few points about feet placement and arm position, I watched my husband, he had these down already and is a pretty good player, having played many hours in his basement growing up. His Dad bought him well. I'm hoping to give him a run for his wins !! Great to find another thing we like to do together after 35 yrs.
Really informative. This is a video to watch over and over
Amazing editing. Thank you sir for all your efforts and excellent lessons
Thanks Peet!
WOW Everything I need to know! I just picked up several tips that will make my game easier. Thank you isn’t enough. 👍🏼
Thanks so much for this
Its answered a few things for me
I can hit some of the more tricky shots but couldn't work out where I was going wrong with the easy shots this helped straight aways fantastic
Well explained keep up this fantastic work please
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Great video! I wish I had this video when I was young and played a lot. Would have loved to practice all these techniques.
Good fundamentals. Will be reviewing this in the coming weeks and months. Thank you !
Hey Tor, I love your videos and been revisiting them from time to time. I’ve been getting back into pool again and was wondering if it is ok to tighten the hand after the shot? I find it hard to not tighten and use the same stroke you use as the stick wants to leave my hand. What do you recommend?
@Tor Lowry you a perfect teacher. I have learnt a lot from you.
Thank you for your video you have help many many people , especially those that have been struggling .
Must watch for complete novice through top league players. Excellent video, THANKS Tor!
Thanks Jim!
really lovable video. i've been learning pool for years by self-taught only. this is second to none
The best instructional video I've seen. Thank you very much, Tor
I do not know how many times I have watched this video. If I've seen it once I watched it 50 times. I'm really not sure how many hours .? I have put in learning that Center ball shooting. that you start off in this video with. I'm becoming more confident. it's due to me watching your videos repeatedly.
Are the DVD still available. I would be interested if so. Thank you for the awesome instructions. You are right about one thing. You do make learning much easier then most.. 👍👍
Great Lesson! Thank you so much. I tried some of your tipps today and pocketed much better. Like magic ;)
man this guy is good! Plus he explains things really well
Simply an excellent tutorial on the finer aspects of shooting pool
Awesome instruction, my friend. I learned a lot!
I've just started playing pool, and the first ever video I watched is how to aim, even though I learned I could not use the knowledge I learned because my body does not act right, after watching just 20 mins of this video, I can say I really improved, I haven't even watched it whole yet
Thank you for this!
your center ball drills are helping me find center cue ball again.
Dein Video hat mir geholfen die Ballkontrolle zu üben. Vielen Dank. Gruß Heiko
🖐 I'll be your student!!!
I believe I'd be a great asset to your channel. 58 yrs old, played all the big Champs, even efren Reyes 20yrs ago! Just moved from Vegas after living there 16yrs. I know many of the major players. Staked many good players. Never got my game advanced, I live in Washington state now, just got in from playing tournament 😖
Playing horrible, after being spotted all those yrs, and now haven't played for 5yrs sucks. Leave me a link
Excellent ! Helps me get rid of my bad habits. Thanks
i have learned more that i ever expected,that's really Phenomenon,fantastic moves,Thank You,it has really build more confidence and lot of consistency
Great lesson. I have been talking about position play since 1994.
This video is really awesome ! A lot of useful thinks who can help everyone to change his level for sure.
I will be very glad if you upload a video with tips about break ( 9ball - 10ball ) :)
Cheers !
You are a great teacher. Thank you. Much appreciated
Thanks bro nice video 👏👊
Only listened to your intro so far, but here's 10/10 for being a straight forward excellent instructor!!
Great video- thanks! Starting to play again after a 20 year layoff. It sure isn't like riding a bike. Haha.
This is a good way to start being a good player in pool thanks for the tutorials
I watched this vid then I went to go play
Boy did it help. Awesome vid
Awesome video!
Excellent video
These lessions r great source for learning
Really good video and really well explained. I was laughing at how easy you made some of the shots! Thank you for sharing this. Subscribed!
the production value is great
wow the best explanation I've ever seen.
Great video Sir.
Great lessons, everyone can learn something to improve their game with your videos, thanks,
The when and whys of the techniques shown will no doubtedly help my game.
Now....TO THE TABLE.
Some great tips. Amazing video.
Thanks Baljit!
thank you good guy,,, last time i lost my game against my most enemy,,, after follow up your videos and practice a lot ,, i beat himm,,, all videos change my life and the way i play,, my god bless youu
Simply thank you
Amazing!
Great video thanks
I’ve been playing pool for 2 years. I’m only 14 and I find the game of pool very fun but very hard too. I usually run 3 racks when I actually try. This helps a whole lot. Now I have natural position and even my aiming has improved. Very helpful video.
Wow Amazing your version lesson basic stroke to easy understand is very important, and from now i will tray it, thanks so much.. .
Excellent video. I've learned lots of things to do wrong. this will help me correct those. Thanks for posting. Excellent editing and audio too.
Great video, things my dad never went over lol. Thank you
Learned a lot thank you