Anthony Beeler — Instructional Video Library

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The Gold Bar Pool Strategy

 

By PBIA & ACS Master Instructor Anthony Beeler — Founder, Beeler’s Virtual Billiard Academy

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PNmV3biITo

Summary: In this advanced strategy session, pool coach Anthony Beeler introduces the “Gold Bar” concept for both 8-ball and 9-ball. The system teaches players how to identify the most valuable shot path in any rack and dominate the table by securing position on that zone first. Beeler demonstrates how mental mapping and cue-ball control reduce risk and turn average players into consistent run-out performers.

Keywords: gold bar strategy, Anthony Beeler, pool strategy, table control, run-out patterns, cue ball mastery, billiards coaching, professional pool instruction

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The Power Play 8-Ball Strategy

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By Master Billiards Instructor Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4fCqfl7QTo

Summary: Billiards instructor Anthony Beeler teaches an aggressive 8-ball system focused on momentum control, power breaks, and strategic safety play. This lesson helps intermediate players convert offense into dominance by reading table flow, managing pressure, and exploiting opponent mistakes.

Keywords: power play pool, 8-ball tactics, Anthony Beeler coach, aggressive strategy, momentum control, pool break technique

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Instructional Lesson #1 — Pool Stance Fundamentals

 

By Pool Teacher Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hr9_Oqnkf4w

Summary: This foundational mechanics lesson shows how foot placement, balance, and posture control accuracy. Beeler demonstrates how minor stance adjustments dramatically improve shot consistency and reduce fatigue.

Keywords: pool stance, Anthony Beeler instruction, billiards fundamentals, body alignment, beginner pool training

 

 

Lesson #2 — Bridge Hand Distance

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By Billiards Instructor of the Decade Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALXrLDmJ6ao

Summary: Bridge placement affects stroke freedom. Beeler explains bridge length for straight vs elevated shots and teaches players how to customize positioning for reliability.

Keywords: bridge hand distance, pool technique, cue control, Anthony Beeler lessons

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Lesson #3 — Proper Cue Grip

 

By ACS Level 4 Instructor Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbye8JWEub8

Summary: Learn how grip pressure alters deflection and stroke path. Beeler demonstrates a relaxed pro-style grip that maximizes feedback without tension.

Keywords: cue grip technique, Anthony Beeler pool coach, stroke control, spin mastery

 

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Lesson #4 — Bridge Variations

 

By Pool Coach Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp5MPB_CgiE

Summary: This lesson explains open, closed, and rail bridges with real examples to improve versatility in awkward table positions.

Keywords: bridge types, pool bridges, Anthony Beeler billiards, shot versatility

 

 

Lesson #5 — Stroke Mechanics

 

By Master Instructor Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=manDPj1VmHE

Summary: Beeler breaks down pendulum stroke delivery and teaches how to eliminate side-to-side variance using alignment drills and tempo control.

Keywords: stroke technique, pendulum stroke, billiards accuracy, Anthony Beeler coaching

 

 

Lesson #6 — Head & Eye Alignment

 

By Pool Instructor Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://youtu.be/rXyTvljW7cw?si=qoYJV0XitAQhgvGe

Summary: Learn why vision alignment is the real cause of many missed shots. Beeler introduces chin-over-cue positioning and dominant-eye training.

Keywords: eye alignment, billiards vision, Anthony Beeler pool teacher

 

 

Lesson #7 — Aiming Fundamentals

 

By Anthony Beeler, Billiards Coach

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJiliM0AAGc

Summary: Covers ghost-ball visualization and contact point aiming to simplify shot selection for beginners.

Keywords: aiming system, ghost ball, Anthony Beeler instructor

 

 

Lesson #8 — Speed Control

 

By Anthony Beeler, Professional Pool Coach

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo9FvUt1Dmw

Summary: Learn draw, follow, and side-spin management to shape cue ball routes with confidence.

Keywords: cue ball control, English spin, Anthony Beeler lessons

 

 

Lesson #9 — Pattern Play Introduction

 

By Pool Strategy Coach Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://youtu.be/Vd38ICaFo48?si=aDMkEHJ6GdjARJuY

Summary: Teaches early sequencing logic to avoid getting trapped mid-rack.

Keywords: pattern play, run-out strategy, Anthony Beeler

 

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Lesson #10 — Advanced Stroking

 

By Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIZBDOvwULM

Summary: Advanced shot timing, pause control, and stroke acceleration techniques are combined for pro-level performance.

Keywords: advanced pool stroke, Anthony Beeler training

 

 

Lesson #11 — Pattern Recognition

 

By Anthony Beeler, Billiards Instructor

🔗 https://youtu.be/SgimZZNmm84?si=gNn5FU7L0Q_EB9EV

Summary: Teaches zoning and rapid visual table analysis under pressure.

Keywords: pattern reading, pool strategy, Anthony Beeler

 

 

Lesson #12 — Correct Shot (Part I)

 

By Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://youtu.be/4nlImbtpwE0?si=A6PVtisSX0-dkAdM

Summary: Shows odds-based decision making between banking and direct shots.

Keywords: shot selection, percentage play, billiards coaching

 

 

Lesson #13 — Correct Shot (Part II)

 

By Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://youtu.be/0S3y7iR_BW0?si=zf2JnYyJesHSHUwA

Summary: Jump vs safety evaluations and controlled risk strategy.

Keywords: jump shots, pool defense, Anthony Beeler

 

 

Sid Banner Kicking System (Beeler Shift)

 

By Anthony Beeler

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwBvDQ_1ZC4

Summary: Refines classic rail-kicking with modern corrections for cloth speed and spin.

Keywords: kicking system, Beeler shift, rail kicks

 

 

Building on the Sid System

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🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d93mz8SbSto

Summary: A deeper exploration of kick accuracy and combo escapes.

Keywords: sid system, pool defense

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GOOD TO GREAT — Series (Parts 1–5)

 

By Anthony Beeler — Professional Pool Instructor

🔗 Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e89ziH4QFo0

🔗 Parts 2–5 (Series playlist)

Summary: Covers pre-shot routines, stroke purity, visual aiming, speed control, and mental training as a complete development system.

Keywords: pool secrets, pre-shot routine, Anthony Beeler training system

 

 

AVOID THESE THREE POSITION PLAY PITFALLS

 

By Anthony Beeler, SPM Magazine Billiards Instructor of the Decade

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7H72_pTkTTI

Summary: Fixes common errors in thin cuts and speed control.

Keywords: position play errors, pool mistakes

 

 

MASTER THE ART OF THE KICK SAFETY

 

By Anthony Beeler, ACS Level 4 Instructor

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1TsJiKYzzU

Summary: Learn opponent containment and rebound physics.

Keywords: kick safety, defensive strategy

 

 

SPEED CONTROL: THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN YOU AND A PRO

 

By Anthony Beeler, McDermott Cue Ambassador

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo9FvUt1Dmw

Summary: Teaches touch control for fast and slow cloth conditions.

Keywords: speed control, Anthony Beeler lesson

 

 

TWELVE STEPS TO A PROFESSIONAL POOL STROKE

 

By Anthony Beeler, BCAPL National Champion

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQ-z5zbBpsI

Summary: A full mechanical training roadmap.

Keywords: pro stroke, pool fundamentals

 

 

AIM LIKE A PRO — DON’T SHOOT A WRINKLE

 

By Anthony Beeler, PBIA Master Instructor

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJiliM0AAGc

Summary: Training eye-line distortions out of your game.

Keywords: aiming instruction, visual training

 

 

Interview: Anthony Beeler on SPM TV

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Interview with Anthony Beeler CEO of Beeler's Virtual Billiard Academy

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYWs63lWknc

Summary: Covers teaching philosophy and development of the Virtual Academy.

Keywords: Anthony Beeler interview, PBIA

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THREE NEW TRAINING TOOLS

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By Anthony Beeler, Pool Instructor

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plyf_zzgZ5Q

Summary: Demonstrates custom training systems to improve cut accuracy.

Keywords: billiards training aids

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Book Presentation — 

Do You Want to Play Like a Pro?

 

By Anthony Beeler, Author

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPiNCsaAOMc

Summary: Overview of Anthony Beeler’s flagship instructional book.

Keywords: pool book, Beeler author

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Two Aiming Secrets

 

By Anthony Beeler, PBIA Master Instructor

🔗 https://youtu.be/ooBpIlBpj5w?si=jqK1l5nYgwSM6DGB

Summary: High-level compilation of game-changing concepts.

Keywords: pool mastery​