Mike Aponte's On-Line Training Program- Any feedback?

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MJ1

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Hey guys,

Has anybody here tried Mike Aponte's advanced BJ training course for $995? I would really appreciate some thoughts on whether it is possibly worth the money from some of the more knowledgeable members of the board. Thanks!

Here is the description taken from Mike's website-
https://secure.mikeaponte.com/index.php/cart/product_detail/3

"Mike Aponte’s Advanced Blackjack Course Online is designed to help you complete your mastery of 21 and card counting. Building on the intermediate course, you will learn the legalities of professional blackjack, betting strategy, money management, game selection and basic strategy deviations. After each section of the course, the key points to remember will be emphasized, and you will have the opportunity to practice what you have been taught.

Advanced students will benefit from a number of unique features and training tools.

• Specialized video segments for practice and training.
• Comprehensive blackjack reference and stats section.
• Access to our blackjack simulation training program.
• Access to Mike Aponte’s private message boards.

This course emulates the training system the MIT Blackjack Team used to beat Vegas for millions. You can learn how to master the art and science of professional blackjack from the comfort and convenience of your own home or anywhere you choose!
Requirements for courses:

• Flash Player 10 - http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
• Broadband connection with 500+ Kbps
• Firefox 1.1+, Internet Explorer 7.0+, Safari 1.0+, Google Chrome, or Opera"

MJ
 
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MJ1

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NAP said:
Looks -EV to me. :bomb:

Did you already take the intermediate course?
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No, I figure if I am going to do it then I might as well just begin with the highest level of training right from the get-go.
 
zengrifter

zengrifter

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MJ1 said:
No, I figure if I am going to do it then I might as well just begin with the highest level of training right from the get-go.
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Write Mike and tell him that he should give you a free token for the course and you
will review it to BJINFO with the hopes that you can write a good review of the value. zg
 
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johndoe

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I very much doubt there will be much of value in that course that you couldn't get for free right here in the forums. Your money is best spent elsewhere, such as on a couple of books and CV software.
 
FLASH1296

FLASH1296

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I know that I man going out on a very shaky limb here, but I
feel comfortable in saying that the "course" is worth about 1.0%
of the asking price. However, marketing it at such an absurd
price point places Mike in the august company of P.T. Barnum.
 
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blackjacktilt

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Funny

Why $1,000? Because he was one of the original MIT guys. BIG F'N DEAL.
It's a rip off, and guys like this should be slapped.
My humble opinion.... :laugh:
 
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CountOnMe

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You mean to tell me there is more to learn outside of BJBBII :eek:

I purchased the Blackjack Reality book, recommended by ZenGrifter, for multideck play but I can't imagine going further than that (slug tracking? Sheesh!)
 
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Automatic Monkey

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MJ1 said:
No, I figure if I am going to do it then I might as well just begin with the highest level of training right from the get-go.
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Really now. So you are just beginning learning card counting?

In your posts from 2009 and 2010 you seem somewhat knowledgeable about Wonging, backcounting, effect of rules and penetration on SCORE, team play theory, and NRS theory. Did something happen between now and then where you forgot all that, and now need to start at the beginning with a $995 course? :confused:
 
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blackjacktilt

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Automatic Monkey said:
Really now. So you are just beginning learning card counting?

In your posts from 2009 and 2010 you seem somewhat knowledgeable about Wonging, backcounting, effect of rules and penetration on SCORE, team play theory, and NRS theory. Did something happen between now and then where you forgot all that, and now need to start at the beginning with a $995 course? :confused:
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Interesting... You're cover is blown!!!! :laugh::laugh::laugh:
 
QFIT

QFIT

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The intermediate course is just being launched this week. The advanced course has not been launched. SO, you're not likely to get a meaningful "review" at this time.:)
 
iCountNTrack

iCountNTrack

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Does it come with a complimentary pair of X-ray glasses that help you spot the hole card?

Seriously, why pay so much money, when you get the same info for 1/10 th the price and even for zero dollars.
For the millionth time, card counting is not rocket science. If my 12 year old C student nephew can do it. You can do it.
 
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MJ1

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Automatic Monkey said:
Really now. So you are just beginning learning card counting?

In your posts from 2009 and 2010 you seem somewhat knowledgeable about Wonging, backcounting, effect of rules and penetration on SCORE, team play theory, and NRS theory. Did something happen between now and then where you forgot all that, and now need to start at the beginning with a $995 course? :confused:
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Fair question Monkey. I should have been more clear in my OP. I have been playing, simming, and studying BJ on and off for years. It is a cool hobby.

I found the home training course from Blackjack Institute to be an invaluable resource in so far as cultivating my technical skills in the game. Learned a bit of theory as well. I went as far as I could with the HTC but there are still some holes in my game.

I am just wondering if Mike's advanced course can further enhance my game. $995 bucks isn't cheap...I just wonder how much value is to be gained.

MJ
 
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MJ1

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QFIT said:
The intermediate course is just being launched this week. The advanced course has not been launched. SO, you're not likely to get a meaningful "review" at this time.:)
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QFIT, are you by any chance helping to develop Mike's courses? If so, how are you contributing?

MJ
 
QFIT

QFIT

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MJ1 said:
QFIT, are you by any chance helping to develop Mike's courses? If so, how are you contributing?

MJ
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No. The software they mention is CV -- of course.:) If they stuck to the original game plan, the result could be interesting. But, I haven’t seen the product.
 
zengrifter

zengrifter

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QFIT said:
No. The software they mention is CV -- of course.:) If they stuck to the original game plan, the result could be interesting. But, I haven’t seen the product.
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Oh for shame, QFIT - you are collaborating with a consultant that teaches casinos how to catch counters!!?? z:confused:g
 
zengrifter

zengrifter

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CountOnMe said:
You mean to tell me there is more to learn outside of BJBBII :eek:

I purchased the Blackjack Reality book, recommended by ZenGrifter, for multideck play but I can't imagine going further than that (slug tracking? Sheesh!)
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I did not recommend it for everyone, only you because its the only book specifically about Ace sequencing 6-8D games. zg
 
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