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    Your First Week at the Club — A 7-Day Plan for New Players

    A practical 7-day plan for new poker players: what to learn each day, how much to play, how to review hands and mistakes to avoid.

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    Roy Ben-Ari
    Head of Content & Poker at GGClub Israel
    8/15/2026
    · 8 min read
    Your First Week at the Club — A 7-Day Plan for New Players

    The 7-day plan

    Thirty to sixty minutes a day is enough.

    DayLearnPlay
    1Hand rankingsWatch a table, no play
    2Betting rounds and actions30 minutes, lowest stakes
    3PositionPlay only from late position
    4Starting handsStick to a tight chart
    5Pot oddsCount outs on every draw
    6Bankroll rulesSet a session limit
    7ReviewReplay your 5 biggest hands

    Mistakes to avoid in week one

    Playing too many hands, chasing losses, and moving up stakes after a lucky session. Keep stakes low until your decisions feel routine.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is this guide suitable for beginners?
    Yes. It starts with practical fundamentals and then points to the decisions that matter most at the table.
    Should I use this as financial advice?
    No. Poker involves risk. Treat this as educational content and always play responsibly within your local rules and personal limits.
    How should I practice the topic?
    Use lower-pressure games first, review hands after the session and focus on decision quality before moving to higher stakes or larger events.