One more tip on the way: Never visualize in a negative way, like: "The cue ball better doesn't drop into the pocket." Once you are seeing the image of the cue ball droping, you are more likely to do exactly that. And the reason behind this is, that our brian does not understand the "don't." It's just able to see the image of the cue ball dropping. So next time, think and visualize in a positive way: "The cue ball will hit the rail next to the pocket".
I used to ride a sports bike and the same concept goes, “don’t look where you don’t want to go!” (When cornering a lot of guys look..ohh crap I don’t want to go that way, instead of focusing what they want to go... and where do you think they end up!? Yes in a ditch or worse lol). Very excellent point Sharivari , like all sports..pool is very mental.
i think that kind of mind set would be created through training and dedication but its really funny how your mind dont understand the word DON'T . . . LOL
I think most people know you are not a pro player but that does not matter because you are well above-average and your English is exceptional and you were very good at explaining things I always seem to learn something after watching a video of yours
Yeah same here. For a regular avid pool player who plays in leagues and also pros. Who makes his living on TH-cam with these videos. He's very knowledgeable
This such an important part to playing pool. I often visualize different shoots as I drive to the pool halls for league night. It’s like warming up the brain. Great video!
Great video, but especially the editing is great with the little graphics you put on the table. You put a lot of work into the editing, time stamps, cue ball graphics etc, and it shows.
This is literally one of the most important videos that any aspiring pool player should see and incorporate into their daily practice. The process of analysis (which includes visualization and various calculations), prediction, and comparison, along with high amounts of daily repetition, is fundamental to developing the brain's neural networks for ALL types of skill development. This is literally "how the brain grows", and by grows, I mean how the brain develops the neural networks of skill so they become automatic and precise. Another key, which I think you should mention, is the importance of taking videos of your play, so you can see shots you messed up, or did amazingly correct, and practice on repeating those shots. Finally, I'm curious if there are other sources that inspired you on this process of skill development.
@Sharivari you have really invested in the media equipment,impressive video resolution and also the way you put in graphics helps us visualize how and where exactly you hit the cue ball. Most instructors say "hit like this " but on video we can't even see which point on the cue is being hit . Keep the good work up .
This needs to be a series. As a student who is just past basic concepts videos, this is the exact kind of information I need. It teaches you how a pro thinks while playing, it teaches you how to see different options, and the thing I need at this point is more videos of pros talking through their decision process thank you I could watch so many of these videos if it becomes a series
i been playing for around 20yrs and just stopped playing because of the pandemic. just got back playing a weeks ago and your videos are really big help to refresh all my skills and fundamentals. your vids are the best of what i,ve seen by far. thank mate!
been watching your videos since i started playing in APA. Ive gone from a 3 to a 5 in one session! I should be going up to a 6 in 9 ball soon. Thank you! Ive also played in a few doubles tournaments and got 3rd place with my mentor. Loving every minute of it!
the production value on these are insane. kudos sharivari! What would make it even moreuseful for guys, is if you could put the ghost ball on the objectball, allowing for deflection or throw etc based upon the shot you are about to play....
These videos are top notch. The mental prep and visualization is so important. I notice when I see the shot in my head beforehand I see a much better result instead of just firing away.
I've been playing for 47 years; and I discovered early on that I could not shoot worth a damn if I could not 'see' my lines. In the heyday of my competition phase, I was a top-tier player in 8-ball and 9-ball; however, after about 18 years of that, I began studying and playing 3-cushion - and that's where I began to really learn about the physics of billiards, especially how it relates to caroms and tangent lines. That is a skill I see sorely lacking in many barroom players today, and have seen many games lost because the player couldn't 'see' all the possibilities on the table.
Thanks! Although I am a somewhat experienced player, I have not played much in over a decade. Watching your video reignited my interest in playing again! I'll be checking more of your videos!
You may not be a professional player but you can teach. not all players can teach. you have that gift. thank you. i learned a lot from you. teaching is a different skill. I hope Efren Bata Reyes can teach like you but he can't.
Wow! That was a fabulous demonstration of how to envision both the shot, and the cue ball position after the shot. You are remarkably clear in your descriptions. Thank you so much!!
So much of what is an excellent video also speaks to being sure to stay down and follow through with the cue on the shot in order to get proper spin. You always impress me with your ability in this area of your game. I am bringing up your name to players local to my area that I know could benefit from watching your videos. Usually they have never heard of "Sharivari" but I see them keying it into their phones so am pleased to see you've added thousands more subscribers in the last couple of months with my adding hopefully a couple of them.
This was really good advice. I do the same visualization while playing golf. It has been a very helpful technique. The key comment you made was that your brain sees what is going to happen then your body follows that image.
Not a professional player, a professional instructor though! This was helpful, I find a rush through this process a bit. One of our 650+ Fargo rated guys told me to visualize an exact spot for position as opposed to an area. It’s really helpful to dial in position play.
I need to consistently do this because I have done this before but it's very rare. And it does cost me and its a bad habit too. Thanks for this video Sharivari. I'll try to adopt this into a full time thing.
After watching a few of your videos and having such a love for the game, I must say I like your teaching style, very informative, great video editing giving such detailed information. SUBSCRIBED. Sorry I didn't find you sooner
@@Sharivari you are teaching about visualization and mind state, very effectively. Anyone complaining about it is definitely missing the point. It was really helpful to be reminded to always visualize the cue ball path. I realized that’s one area I’ve been lacking. Also helpful to know the brain works with images not words.
Once again you are explaining the proper thought process before the shot and the only thing you think of while down on the shot is the visualization you just created...if the preparation is done correctly then there is no need to do anything but let your subconscious execute the shot...if it doesn't go exactly to plan then you should be able to diagnose any changes to the shot quickly and learn for next time...great video as always
Thank you...Am an old time shooter, mostly a shot maker, would make players mad because I'd win with little ability as to cue ball position...If I had it to do over again, I wouldn't concern myself with making the shot, but just shoot with just one ball on the table, trying to make the cue ball travel to many different places (via many different paths)... The point is, that when you are practicing, making shots that you already know doesn't teach you as much as making shots (and position) that you don't know...Also, if you are not playing for money, you will learn much more by running the table in unusual ways (in case you are forced to do so, in a big game)
Great video. 1 of my biggest problems is rushing I know the english of the cueball but end up rushing the shot so it goes sideways same with the long straight in shots sometimes I have a habit of adding unintended spin. Thanks for these videos very helpful just gotta practice more.
Just want to say thank you for all the time and effort you put into bettering and promoting billards...the greatest game on earth 🌎 may God bless you my friend
Thank you. this is really helpful. Looking forward to putting this to work! I've recently started playing in a league after 5 years of of not playing. This is a great video for me!
Thanks for very good video. At 9:30 you say dont get below the 8 ball “this is horrible” BUT, it really is not.I use to think that way too. It’s very easy to go standard 3 rails around to get on the nine. Automatic position really.
Another bloody beginner's question: Preparing a shot means to make TWO decisions; 1. where do I hit the object-ball ? 2. Where do I hit the cue-ball ? 1. decides about the angle, 2. decides about possible spin/draw/follow. Did I get that right ? Thank You again for helping a beginner not to despair !!
Maybe I'm the only one interested, but I'd like to see something like a cue ball path quiz series. Something simple, maybe 10 shots -- each shot a quiz question where you show the full table view + the go pro view, show where you'll hit the cue ball and how hard you'll hit it ( power bar?), then we can pause and try to guess the cue ball path and where it will land. I know a lot of the result is feel and personal stroke, but I personally don't get the chance to play often, and never practice on my own, and my basic feel for cue ball path is quite miscalibrated, so it would be nice to get more of a first person/ VR type view to visualize and get experience by casually watching videos and testing myself. Anyway, keep up the great content, brother!
I'm old school Funny these videos but helpful We didn't have TH-cam We actually got out there and Played countless hours Trial by error .. I can beat this guy with one hand . . I was in it for the money and the love for the game This guy for the money . . lol Really ONE arm player . .
One more tip on the way: Never visualize in a negative way, like: "The cue ball better doesn't drop into the pocket." Once you are seeing the image of the cue ball droping, you are more likely to do exactly that. And the reason behind this is, that our brian does not understand the "don't." It's just able to see the image of the cue ball dropping. So next time, think and visualize in a positive way: "The cue ball will hit the rail next to the pocket".
I used to ride a sports bike and the same concept goes, “don’t look where you don’t want to go!” (When cornering a lot of guys look..ohh crap I don’t want to go that way, instead of focusing what they want to go... and where do you think they end up!? Yes in a ditch or worse lol). Very excellent point Sharivari , like all sports..pool is very mental.
Korrekt. Positives Denken bringt immer positives Spiel mit sich.
i think that kind of mind set would be created through training and dedication but its really funny how your mind dont understand the word DON'T . . . LOL
1st shot banking 1 ball is a good option.
Okay so what can somebody do if negative thoughts invade the mind occasionally they do that with me and I can't seem to shake them
I think most people know you are not a pro player but that does not matter because you are well above-average and your English is exceptional and you were very good at explaining things I always seem to learn something after watching a video of yours
Yeah same here. For a regular avid pool player who plays in leagues and also pros. Who makes his living on TH-cam with these videos. He's very knowledgeable
You always explain things so well and with lovely graphics. Lots of rich information there. "Pool is a game of feels"
i agree!
Been playing pool for 50 years. I'm always learning, and your videos are always helpful to add to the skill set. Thanks You!
Thanks Mark!
What a great definition.. truly
This such an important part to playing pool. I often visualize different shoots as I drive to the pool halls for league night. It’s like warming up the brain. Great video!
Great video, but especially the editing is great with the little graphics you put on the table. You put a lot of work into the editing, time stamps, cue ball graphics etc, and it shows.
This is literally one of the most important videos that any aspiring pool player should see and incorporate into their daily practice. The process of analysis (which includes visualization and various calculations), prediction, and comparison, along with high amounts of daily repetition, is fundamental to developing the brain's neural networks for ALL types of skill development. This is literally "how the brain grows", and by grows, I mean how the brain develops the neural networks of skill so they become automatic and precise.
Another key, which I think you should mention, is the importance of taking videos of your play, so you can see shots you messed up, or did amazingly correct, and practice on repeating those shots. Finally, I'm curious if there are other sources that inspired you on this process of skill development.
@Sharivari you have really invested in the media equipment,impressive video resolution and also the way you put in graphics helps us visualize how and where exactly you hit the cue ball. Most instructors say "hit like this " but on video we can't even see which point on the cue is being hit . Keep the good work up .
This needs to be a series. As a student who is just past basic concepts videos, this is the exact kind of information I need. It teaches you how a pro thinks while playing, it teaches you how to see different options, and the thing I need at this point is more videos of pros talking through their decision process thank you I could watch so many of these videos if it becomes a series
i been playing for around 20yrs and just stopped playing because of the pandemic. just got back playing a weeks ago and your videos are really big help to refresh all my skills and fundamentals. your vids are the best of what i,ve seen by far. thank mate!
been watching your videos since i started playing in APA. Ive gone from a 3 to a 5 in one session! I should be going up to a 6 in 9 ball soon. Thank you! Ive also played in a few doubles tournaments and got 3rd place with my mentor. Loving every minute of it!
Excellent instruction! I always learn a lot from your videos. And even if you aren't a pro player , you surely are thinking like one.
Thank you!
the production value on these are insane. kudos sharivari!
What would make it even moreuseful for guys, is if you could put the ghost ball on the objectball, allowing for deflection or throw etc based upon the shot you are about to play....
These videos are top notch. The mental prep and visualization is so important. I notice when I see the shot in my head beforehand I see a much better result instead of just firing away.
I've been playing for 47 years; and I discovered early on that I could not shoot worth a damn if I could not 'see' my lines. In the heyday of my competition phase, I was a top-tier player in 8-ball and 9-ball; however, after about 18 years of that, I began studying and playing 3-cushion - and that's where I began to really learn about the physics of billiards, especially how it relates to caroms and tangent lines. That is a skill I see sorely lacking in many barroom players today, and have seen many games lost because the player couldn't 'see' all the possibilities on the table.
Good video, I'd like to see more 9-ball runs like this where you explained and showed like you did here :) Thanks!
Thanks! Although I am a somewhat experienced player, I have not played much in over a decade. Watching your video reignited my interest in playing again! I'll be checking more of your videos!
You are a pro teacher. You visualizations are second to none.
You may not be a professional player but you can teach. not all players can teach. you have that gift. thank you. i learned a lot from you. teaching is a different skill. I hope Efren Bata Reyes can teach like you but he can't.
You have been improving my game with your videos, thanks a lot
Wow!
That was a fabulous demonstration of how to envision both the shot, and the cue ball position after the shot. You are remarkably clear in your descriptions. Thank you so much!!
Really great information. You always give me something to go practice, keep up the great content.
As a beginner, I’m learning a lot by watching your videos. Thank you!
Great video. Thanks for including the mark where your hitting the cue ball.
Thank you for your honesty! I appreciate you showing the process of adjusting the plan as you go.
So much of what is an excellent video also speaks to being sure to stay down and follow through with the cue on the shot in order to get proper spin. You always impress me with your ability in this area of your game. I am bringing up your name to players local to my area that I know could benefit from watching your videos. Usually they have never heard of "Sharivari" but I see them keying it into their phones so am pleased to see you've added thousands more subscribers in the last couple of months with my adding hopefully a couple of them.
Thank you a lot Chris!
I found this to be an excellent video with extremely important information for cue ball control!
Glad you liked it!
This was really good advice. I do the same visualization while playing golf. It has been a very helpful technique. The key comment you made was that your brain sees what is going to happen then your body follows that image.
Not a professional player, a professional instructor though!
This was helpful, I find a rush through this process a bit. One of our 650+ Fargo rated guys told me to visualize an exact spot for position as opposed to an area. It’s really helpful to dial in position play.
I need to consistently do this because I have done this before but it's very rare. And it does cost me and its a bad habit too. Thanks for this video Sharivari. I'll try to adopt this into a full time thing.
Happy to help!
@@Sharivari 👍
You have great instructional videos Sharivari! 🥇🏆🦯
💯
After watching a few of your videos and having such a love for the game, I must say I like your teaching style, very informative, great video editing giving such detailed information. SUBSCRIBED. Sorry I didn't find you sooner
Thank you!
your videos have helped me improve quickly. thank you
Great video! This is becoming my go-to channel for billiards instruction. Thanks!
That's awesome!
This video has really helped to solidify cue ball control principles for me. Thank you.
MOST INFORMATIVE VID YET. YES MORE LIKE THAT.
One of my favorite videos of yours. Thanks Sharivari!
So glad! Especially since many people were complaining about way too much talking in this one. Thank you for your comment!
@@Sharivari you are teaching about visualization and mind state, very effectively. Anyone complaining about it is definitely missing the point. It was really helpful to be reminded to always visualize the cue ball path. I realized that’s one area I’ve been lacking. Also helpful to know the brain works with images not words.
I really like the image on the cue strike point!
As always, a great video. This one was especially good for me, so clearly explained. Thanks again.
Glad it was helpful!
Very good, clear and powerful tips with good explanation in accuratly executing shots for key positions in running out the rack
Once again you are explaining the proper thought process before the shot and the only thing you think of while down on the shot is the visualization you just created...if the preparation is done correctly then there is no need to do anything but let your subconscious execute the shot...if it doesn't go exactly to plan then you should be able to diagnose any changes to the shot quickly and learn for next time...great video as always
too much talk
Just a lovely channel. It's very addictive. I have learned a lot from it, buddy. Thank you so much for your time.
Glad you enjoy it!
This is what we actually needed man thanks
It is one of your best videos. Thanks for these great tips.
Good teacher...Am an old shot maker, who never really studied positional play.
I like your video's I need to watch them over and over but thanks again
Excellent!
I can especially relate because I'm also a lefty and use an open bridge.
Thank you...Am an old time shooter, mostly a shot maker, would make players mad because I'd win with little ability as to cue ball position...If I had it to do over again, I wouldn't concern myself with making the shot, but just shoot with just one ball on the table, trying to make the cue ball travel to many different places (via many different paths)... The point is, that when you are practicing, making shots that you already know doesn't teach you as much as making shots (and position) that you don't know...Also, if you are not playing for money, you will learn much more by running the table in unusual ways (in case you are forced to do so, in a big game)
It may have been a lot of information, but it was IMPORTANT information! I learn so much from your incredible videos. Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome!
I am keeping up Shari haven't commented a lot cause I have been practicing and watching so much other training videos I am watching everything
👏👏👏👏👏👏 very helpful that you share your thoughts as you line up your planed shots
Visualization really works, it's a game changer
Great stuff. One of the best Videos Iv'e seen. BTW. Great info. Don't stop explaining !
Spot on mate, thats a brilliant routine to give your self a fair chance to getting out , what ever dicipline you play 👌 Cheers mate....
Ty so much.I learn a lot by watching great video.I hope I can apply this in actual game.
Will you do a video on choosing/buying a cue?
Great video. 1 of my biggest problems is rushing I know the english of the cueball but end up rushing the shot so it goes sideways same with the long straight in shots sometimes I have a habit of adding unintended spin. Thanks for these videos very helpful just gotta practice more.
You are the best pool instructor on the net with Dr Dave.
THANKS BRO👑✌🏻 not just your videos insane but your advices more insane
REALLY HELPFUL♥️💯
Just want to say thank you for all the time and effort you put into bettering and promoting billards...the greatest game on earth 🌎 may God bless you my friend
Thank you Steve!
Great video and very well explained. Seeing your position before the shot definitely helps me run the table. Thanks!
Absolutely great video. I just subscribed to make sure I catch all your lessons
Thank you. this is really helpful. Looking forward to putting this to work! I've recently started playing in a league after 5 years of of not playing. This is a great video for me!
Good luck in your league!
@@Sharivari yup, thank you. Still got a way to go, but i already see a difference in my shooting.
Thanks for very good video. At 9:30 you say dont get below the 8 ball “this is horrible” BUT, it really is not.I use to think that way too. It’s very easy to go standard 3 rails around to get on the nine. Automatic position really.
Yes, that's right.
@@Sharivari You agree that easily? Are you sure you are a pool player!!? Usually they disagree to protect their ego! RESPECT MY GOOD FRIEND!!
Very nice visualization graphics on the visualization topic! 😀 Great video in all seriousness.
Really like the way you teach. Love your videos.
Video well thought and explained well. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your help. It has helped me improve alot in just one day.
Thanks for ur lectures, I have improved to run out a rack now
Great job!
thank you you are too good and very detailed, I like your style very much, thank you very much as I am just a starter you are a great help
I'm am an advanced player and you have THE BEST pool videos!
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Very Informative, Nice Delivery
Another bloody beginner's question: Preparing a shot means to make TWO decisions; 1. where do I hit the object-ball ? 2. Where do I hit the cue-ball ? 1. decides about the angle, 2. decides about possible spin/draw/follow. Did I get that right ? Thank You again for helping a beginner not to despair !!
I think this video will answer your question :)
th-cam.com/video/7raN6I_KTus/w-d-xo.html
watched him for 5 minutes and he is making the shot more interesting and am like TAKE THE DAME SHOT!!! LOL
Thank you for all your time n efforts. Excellent explanation
Great teachings , and great shooting.
Very helpful, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for this video, it is amazing!
You make it look easy Sharivari. I’m at a stage where I do well on 1 or2 games and then slide back. Then I don’t know how to troubleshoot.
Always nice explanation and visualization..God bless you bro
Keep it up man , i learned a lot thanks to you 👊👊
Very nice tutorial , and good shooting !
Your videos are most helpful
Maybe I'm the only one interested, but I'd like to see something like a cue ball path quiz series.
Something simple, maybe 10 shots -- each shot a quiz question where you show the full table view + the go pro view, show where you'll hit the cue ball and how hard you'll hit it ( power bar?), then we can pause and try to guess the cue ball path and where it will land.
I know a lot of the result is feel and personal stroke, but I personally don't get the chance to play often, and never practice on my own, and my basic feel for cue ball path is quite miscalibrated, so it would be nice to get more of a first person/ VR type view to visualize and get experience by casually watching videos and testing myself.
Anyway, keep up the great content, brother!
Very cool lesson. You have helped me tremendously! Thank you
Very good explanation..thanks
I like a lot this videos planning every shot. Thank you
Oh yes, help me a lot this good video. Thanks
I'm old school
Funny these videos but helpful
We didn't have TH-cam
We actually got out there and Played countless hours
Trial by error ..
I can beat this guy with one hand . .
I was in it for the money and the love for the game
This guy for the money . . lol
Really ONE arm player . .
Great video and great advice, very well done earned a sub here!
Great information thanks for the tips.
Well explained, thank you. Love that table, looks like leather on the rails.
Dude.....awesome teaching skills
lots of good info, thank for your hard work sir
Good information. Thank you.
Love your channel.
Thank you!
You have great content!
great fan!! thanks for all the lessons
EXCELLENT!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
Thank you once again for your help.