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Introduction

as effectively as possible. And at the same time demonstrate that pool billiards is not just a game, but a sport that you can actually train with the help of the PAT system! Not simply so that you can get the better of people that consider pool billiards to be „just a game“, but so that you have more fun and, more importantly, enjoy playing at a higher level thanks to the skills acquired in this program.

Pool billiards is one of the most exacting sports in the world when it comes to hand-eye combination! It is a game that has been played all over the world for centuries. There is virtually no other activity where you can take such pleasure in your skill, even in your old age, at knocking colored plastic balls into holes with a wooden stick!

I hope that this book will prove to be a reliable guide in helping you to learn to play the sport of pool billiards. The training program uses the PAT method.

PAT (Playing Ability Test) is a testing and evaluation system for short, medium and long-term training. A system that tests the skills required to play a good game of pool in 10 different areas with appropriate exercises. A system that is unique in that it is the only system that has been officially recognized by the World Pool Association (WPA) because of its proven efficiency.

PAT has three different levels plus PAT Start. This book is therefore the first of a series of at least three volumes. PAT Start for leisure players, PAT 1 from beginners to advanced. PAT 2 from advanced to very advanced players and PAT 3 very advanced to world-class! Join us, but remember ...

„Easy promises make for little trust.