“I am a former Touring Professional on the WPBA and a teacher as well. I found Tom’s classes to be excitingly intense, well structured, organized, and EXTREMELY informative. He completely breaks down the rights and wrongs of mechanics, covers very important parts of the physics involved in the game, and the aiming systems he teaches were once SECRETS of many professional players. I recommend Tom’s clinics to ANYONE at ANY LEVEL!

I can't believe I've played at the highest levels for 25 years, and I didn't know this stuff. Everything makes sense now, and I can see how it all fits together. I'm thrilled to be raising my game again."

Diane Crane-Gabbard, Former WPBA Professional Player, General Manager / The Pool Room - Duluth GA, August 2005

"I'm writing to thank you again for a wonderful experience. I recently taught my first few lessons and was told by the clients that they learned more from me (you) in a few hours than literally years of self-taught pool. The excitement that is generated by the knowledge shared is quite evident and rewarding.

Being a life long educator as well as a pool player, I can only tell you that the clinics, as well as the instructors' sessions were incredibly comprehensive, the curriculum well planned and conducive to all levels of ability and experience of participants. From the teaching aides to the hands on and one to one coaching, I can't imagine any instructional setting more complete.

Your passion for the game permeates throughout the sessions. The more I play, teach and observe the game, the more I appreciate just how much we covered in the clinics. Again, thanks Tom, for a very rewarding experience."

Patrick Logan, BCA Recognized Instructor, Super Billiards Expo Champion - Deale MD, June 2005

"After thirty five years of playing, I thought I had taken my game to the limits of my natural ability. But working with Tom has really gotten me back into enjoying the game at a new level. I even look forward to practice sessions again.

In three days, Tom provided me new ways of looking at my game; new pool eyes, and renewed enthusiasm. I recommend Tom's clinics to anyone who isn't consistently satisfied with their game or wants to improve.

I've always loved the game but I don't think I've ever enjoyed it more than now. I wish I could have done this years ago."

Bill Newsted, BCA Recognized Instructor - Bowling Green OH, June 2005

"I have played for nearly 25 years. For the past 15 or so, I have played at a high level in league play but lacked the consistency I always wanted. A year ago, I received some one-on-one instruction, but found that my game never really improved. I now feel this was because the focus was on drills rather than on my fundamentals.

I decided that I wanted to try another instructor and I heard great things about Tom Simpson and the National Billiard Academy. I made the arrangements and went for the 3-day intensive a short while later. Although my expectations were not very high, I came away with more knowledge and awareness than I could have ever expected. Tom tore my fundamentals down in a way that I could understand. He showed me that what I was doing that did not work for my body structure. He tailored his instruction to each student, realizing that we all may have some slight differences due to size, age, health conditions, etc.

His clinic was very well organized and structured, and he would not move on until he made sure that each student got it. He covered all of the important aspects of the game and why things work the way that they do. He got into the "Aiming Secrets" on Day 3. This alone was more than worth the price of the 3-day clinic. I would suggest Tom's clinics to anyone with a desire to take the game seriously and to advance as a pool player. I am extremely confident that my game is going to go up several levels in the very near future."

Joe Koontz, player, "skeptic turned believer", cue dealer - Dayton OH, August 2005

"I had been playing competitively every day for about 2 years straight before I went to Tom's class. The excitement, knowledge, and skill that he has is phenomenal. The tools I learned in his clinics have exponentially improved my game to a higher level."

Ben Tessean, player - Youngstown OH, February 2005

"I just finished a 3 day clinic with Tom. I would like to say this is the best money I have ever spent. Tom's clinics are an invaluable learning tool. If you follow the program, it will improve your game a great deal. Tom is a first class person and a great teacher. My game will never be the same. I can not thank you enough, Tom."

Scott Nelson, player - Cincinnati OH, July 2005

"I finished 47th in my league. Then I took Tom's class. Finished 5th the next session, then 2nd the last two sessions. I wish I had taken his class years ago, because I'd be on ESPN by now."

Dave Lammers, player - Columbus OH, March 2005

"Thank you for the exceptional and incredibly worthwhile pool clinic. Not aspiring to be a professional pool player, I took the class because I love the game and wanted to learn the right way to play. Wow! When I heard terrific players in class saying they wished they had taken your Fundamentals and Controlling Balls classes years earlier, I knew taking your clinic was an excellent decision. Especially when I witnessed all those good players take your instruction and become much better players in one weekend. They left smiling and so did I, even though I know I need lots of practice. But now I also know that my good playing knowledge, learned in your class, will serve me as I become a better player. I'm definitely planning to return next year for the Aiming clinic.

As a training professional, I can't help but comment also on your impressive ability to teach all levels, and to provide so much one on one, giving each player what they need. You are an exceptional teacher, with your full spectrum of knowledge of the game, including the body and mind, as well as the physics and geometry of the balls and shots. I can see that the fundamentals you teach are truly the foundation of consistency and clearly lead to higher levels of pool playing. THANK YOU TOM!" 

Candace Neukirch, player, professional trainer - Boulder CO, May 2005

"After attending your clinics, my game has improved to the point where I won the Most Improved Player award in my pool league. My handicap increased by 2 points in one season!"

Mark Primm, player - Rockford IL, June 2005

"With everything you do, it takes practice. Tom has helped my game immensely. I've made great strides by learning the fundamentals of the game. He was able to help me understand at a speed that was to my own level and pace. Both the clinics and the private lessons are great for everyone who has an interest in improving their game, no matter what your skill level is now."

Bob Lorimer, player - Powell OH, March 2004

"When I went to your clinic I did not know how to play any pool at all. I had read some books but had not really shot very much. I was so bad when I started playing pool that I ended up being a 2 in 9 ball. When I played eight ball I was ranked a 3. Within in one year of your clinic, using the techniques you taught, I am ranked a 4 in 9 ball and a 5 in eight ball. I know of people that have played league for many, many years and are still stuck at level 3 and 4. Thank you so much for all the fundamentals you taught me, which gave me the ability to continue to improve my game. I am looking forward to attending another clinic with you or getting with you for one on one training."

Dennis Watkins, player - OH, March 2003