Learn rules for poker games

By now you understand the connection we are making between poker and everyday life. The rules for poker games are like little lessons; be nice, learn when to bluff or when to throw in the towel, etc. Before you attend an event, take a look at our Learn section. There, you can learn common poker terms, card rankings and the hands that will ultimately seal your fate. Familiarizing yourself with a few rules for poker games will jump start your experience. And don't forget about getting a poker gift certificate! These make wonderful gifts!

Poker instructions and silly superstitions

Quickly: basic poker instructions can be found right on this sight under the Learn tab. Take a look before you come to your first event.

Fun stuff: Take a look at some of the more interesting superstitions that some still swear by today.

• Sitting on a handkerchief will break a run of bad cards
• Blowing through a deck of cards while shuffling will bring you good luck
• The luckiest seat at the table faces the door; the unluckiest is with its back to the fireplace
• Always change seats in a clockwise direction
• Walking around your chair three times can change the run of cards
• The 4 of Clubs is the unluckiest poker card
• Never sit at a table with your legs crossed.

Even though poker is a game of skill, many players still hold onto these superstitions. However, paying attention to your poker instructions will more than likely keep you in the game.

Quick Texas Hold-em lessons

The game of Texas Hold-em is different in one aspect -- you want your opponent's chips. It's less about good cards than it is about getting their chips. Our introductory guide will provide quick Texas Hold-em lessons before attending a PokerDivas.com event. They are not intended to make you an expert, but will give you the basics of the game. Go through the betting process and get a clue to what terms are used during the game. These simplified Texas Hold-em lessons should keep your game moving along at a nice pace (remember, it's not nice to slow down the game...).