Great instructor at Trading Academy. SCOTT M. Gives you tips and tricks to manage your trades based on his 38 years of trading experience. Student support is outstanding too. Will seat with you... See more
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I love the energy that you can feel. The overabundance of information that is given. No hold back on information. The generosity of all the faculty. The commodity of students. All around I just can't... See more
The instructors were quite good and encouraged the students to ask questions. The main instructor talked about her own experiences when she was learning how to trade. This was helpful in helping to... See more
Honestly I am a neophyte in trading I never done a trading at all and the same am very new in stock as well. I just listened to the class and learned some vocabulary. I will be attending a live in... See more
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Trading Academy provides education for people who want to understand stock trading, options trading, futures trading, forex trading, and crypto trading. Our proprietary Core Strategy offers a structured framework to help learners analyze markets and make informed decisions. For over 25 years, more than 85,000 students have taken our classes. Whether you’re exploring how to buy stocks, how to trade options, how to short a stock, or how to invest in crypto, our courses emphasize practical techniques, terminology, and risk awareness. Instruction is available at more than ten education centers across the U.S., as well as internationally in Dubai, with additional online access through a comprehensive student portal and mobile app supported by over sixty instructors. Students gain exposure to a wide range of market topics, including how to buy and sell stocks, use stock trading simulators, understand stock profit calculators, and navigate premarket and after-hours trading sessions. In options trading, students learn what options are, how to trade calls and puts, and explore core concepts such as theta and delta while using simulated environments to apply lessons safely. Futures education covers what futures contracts are, how to trade futures responsibly, and how to interpret trading hours and platform features. Forex instruction helps learners understand what forex trading is, how the forex market operates, and how to use tools like position-size and profit calculators. In crypto education, students examine what cryptocurrency is, how to buy and store it safely, where to trade it, and how to use crypto trading platforms, exchanges, and profit calculators. Across all programs, learners also study topics such as platform evaluation, risk management fundamentals, AI-assisted trading tools, and paper trading for practice. Courses are intended for educational purposes only. Trading and investing involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. Trading Academy is not a broker, dealer, or investment adviser.
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- Discover how you can learn to trade alongside the Wall Street institutions, instead of against them. Get some great trading insights and learn about steps you can take to build your financial skills. When you attend, you’ll get access to our Tradetelligence Member Portal loaded with content and updated weekly.
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Love OTA, Love the class, Love the instructor, OTA trade program is not as top notch as everything else l.
I am currently taking Option with Larry Jacobson who is an incredible teacher! I have been with OTA for over a year and am also a Mastermind student. I have never left under a 5 Star review but had to deduct a Star because their OTA platform seems way more complicated than it should. They lessons and info given, especially about the Greeks and the importance of volatility are just wonderful and I would highly recommend this class to anyone.
I’m taking options class and wow I have…
I’m taking options class and wow I have and still learning that is one of the best courses / options and I can make in a long and short term income.
Learn to trade Options from a professional.
If you want to learn how to trade Options properly, you need to take Larry Jacobson's class at Trading Academy. He thoroughly breaks down each step for a clear understanding. Priceless knowledge.
Putting the missing pieces together…
Putting the missing pieces together when it comes to my options strategies. Larry J is an excellent instructor and able to explain what I’m missing with regards to my knowledge of options. Boosted my confidence!!!
Larry’s Options class is very…
Larry’s Options class is very comprehensive and broken down step by step in a way that makes it easier to understand. He is very thorough and experienced at what he does.
Options Course
Instructor provide a lot of information, utilize the online videos to prepare before arriving. Highly encourage completing videos in e-book before class. It will help you learn options
I love learning from an expert in the…
I love learning from an expert in the field. Larry Jacobson has been great.
Options
Options is like a completely different language, but I hear it’s better than futures…… so I’m here to find out why, so far I like it
***BEST TRADING SCHOOL***
I just completed the Futures Class with Chris Muldoon and couldn’t have asked for a better instructor or learning facility. The Trading Academy of Irvine has an incredible list of highly experienced instructors and sets up an entire plan for you. They really help you move through the courses with ease and simplicity. It is absolutely worth every penny. I came in having no prior knowledge of trading. I felt nervous and intimidated. I no longer feel like a novice, and I have more confidence in my trades. They walk you through everything and they make sure you are ready before you ever use real capital. Everyone is here for you and so approachable and friendly. They have single-handedly changed the trajectory of my financial future. I’m so grateful!

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I recently completed the Futures Class in Irvine
I recently completed the Futures Trading class at Online Trading Academy, and I can honestly say it exceeded my expectations. The class was informative, engaging, and packed with practical knowledge that I can immediately apply to my trading journey.
What truly made the experience exceptional was the instructor, Chris Muldoon. Chris is one of the best instructors I have ever had the pleasure of learning from. His knowledge of the markets is impressive, but what sets him apart is his ability to explain complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand and relatable. He kept the class engaged, encouraged questions, and made sure everyone understood the material before moving on.
I’ve attended many training courses and seminars throughout my career, and Chris ranks among the very best instructors I’ve encountered. His passion for teaching and genuine desire to see his students succeed were evident throughout the entire class. He shared real-world insights, practical strategies, and lessons learned from experience that added tremendous value beyond the course material itself.
I left the class with a much better understanding of futures trading, increased confidence in my abilities, and a clear path forward for continuing my education and development as a trader. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning about futures trading. Thank you, Chris Muldoon and Online Trading Academy, for an outstanding learning experience.

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The experience at Trading Academy has…
The experience at Trading Academy has been excellent. They are so very helpful and answer all your questions. If you are having trouble with anything they help.
Futures with Chris Muldoon has been great. He is an excellent teacher and has a lot of experience.

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I got core strategy class last week
I got core strategy class last week, it was great experience

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Everyone is helpful and nice
Everyone is helpful and nice. That's been my experience always

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Worth the money and time
Better than what I expected. Instructor Jon Arginteanu was top notch with knowledge of trading. He was a big help and will answer all your questions. I would take the class with Jon again, he explained everything so well that I don’t even have to retake unless I need a touchup. The staff is very friendly and very attentive to every one of their students. They want you to succeed and learn every single bit of information they are trying to teach. I would recommend this academy to anyone who’s interested in trading. Honestly better than taking years of classes in college. I delayed on taking the classes and tbh take it the moment you find about it. IT ISNT A SCAM!

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Core Strategy Rocks and Rolls!!
This core strategy class has been a great experience. Even though the hours are very early and I have to work in the evenings, but the teacher Jon Arginteanu and the student helpers JooHong Lange have been excellent in teaching and also very supportive. I have learned a lot and can't wait to learn more!!

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My class was really fortunate because…
My class was really fortunate because John Arginteau came out of retirement to teach our class. He is such a wealth of knowledge and experience. His aid and student support, Joohong, was super helpful always. The greatest common denominator at OTA is friendliness, kindness and helpfulness. Everybody here is always so nice and helpful.

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Great training and learning
Great learning with highly experienced people

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OTA provides excellent mentorship to new students.
OTA provides excellent mentorship to students from experienced world class minds. The curriculum is indeed challenging but gratifying once the initial learning curve is conquered. The staff i.e. (Jonah & Seema) are professional knowledgeable and friendly. The 2 instructors I’ve had the pleasure of being lectured by, Jon Arginteanu and Darren Kimoto are awesome! My advice to new students… be excited about the journey you’re about to embark upon!

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Joo Hong was very helpful as well as…
Joo Hong was very helpful as well as the teacher Jon Arginteanu. Both were very helpful and patient with us. I know I have still lots to learn about trading and I know I will learn especially with these type of patient teachers.

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