17 Dec 2025 Beginner This material is for beginner players bluff catching continuation bet draw position Nathan "BlackRain79" Williams shares 7 key poker tips for beginners struggling to win consistently. Learn when to raise big with the nuts, avoid trashy aces, use position to steal pots, and exploit recreational players. Discover proper bet sizing on draw-heavy boards and bluff catching. Master obvious plays against fish. Use position to float and steal pots. Bet big on draw boards. Avoid trashy aces versus tight players. Core Beginner Strategies: Make obvious strong plays against recreational players - big raises with monster hands work because fish see large bets as bluffs Ditch weak aces like A5 against tight regulars who play stronger ace combinations that dominate your kicker Float in position on paired boards then bet when opponents check the turn to win pots with nothing Bet 75% pot or more on scare cards to give opponents real reason to fold rather than small bets they'll call Charge full pot on draw-heavy boards to make flush and straight draws pay maximum price Accept paying fish tax when recreational players hit lucky two pair - their calls fuel long-term profits Bluff catch with middle pair against aggressive players by checking and letting them bluff into you
