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The Core Strategy class is well structured and taught by Scott who is such an experienced teacher! My student advisor Bridget has been so helpful. I learned something new every day. I surprised mysel... See more
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Trading Academy thought me something I never thought possible to trade. Their company focuses solely on strategy for the students to succeed in their trading career. They break the courses down to the... See more
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Amazing day of learning Options trading with Mark! An absolutely GREAT INSTRUCTOR! This is the most knowledgeable group of instructors that I have ever been around. I never fail to learn something new... 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.
Why do Wall Street firms seem to be consistently profitable while many individual traders fall short of their financial goals or lose money?
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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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Great instructor and student support.
Great instructor and student support.
December 4, 2025
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Strongly recommend the course
November 7, 2025
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Not just a school
Not just a school. Joining a community of great teachers and staff with real world experience.
November 7, 2025
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Very good teaching
Very good teaching. Too many staff though for the time frame. Excellent teachers.
November 7, 2025
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Great trading course
Great trading course. Recommend everyone to take this must know information for everyone
November 7, 2025
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Review. Positive so far. As I spend more time learning the Trading Academy process I will be able to elaborate with more details.
October 23, 2025
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I am truly happy that I choose to be…
I am truly happy that I choose to be apart of OTA. Craig Weil is a great teacher and a patient person.
October 15, 2025
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The People Care
The people care, teachers and assistants. They really want you to succeed. It makes a difference.
October 9, 2025
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The approach of teaching within the Academy has been a fundamental experience for me personally. The hunger for success of Knowledge within students, as well as the Inspiration of the instructors and their desire to better our knowledge, has been an amazing journey to watch within just a short amount of days.
October 6, 2025
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Very Happy
The hands on learning really sinks it in! The personal touch provided by the instructor and the assistants is awesome!
October 9, 2025
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Best school ever
Best school ever. Everyone at school are very supportive. They make learning fun.
October 9, 2025
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Great base line information in the 3…
Great base line information in the 3 day course. Was definitely worth the money and time.
September 28, 2025
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Great Learning Experience
Intensive, hands on experience reinforcing class materials.
September 25, 2025
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Options class was awesome 👍
Options class was great! They are very relevant in the classroom and live examples.
September 25, 2025
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The options class was great
The options class was great! I'm thankful for Scot Maragioglio teaching!
September 25, 2025
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Derek was fantastic and I enjoyed the 3…
Derek was fantastic and I enjoyed the 3 day class . All staff were friendly and will continue with the academy .
September 14, 2025
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Essential instruction in professional environment
Excellent educational experience and lovely staff enhance student comfort while motivating to seek further knowledge
September 14, 2025
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Highly Recommend
I have had a great experience with Trading Academy. The training has been clear, practical, and easy to follow. The instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and helped me gain real confidence in my trading skills. Highly recommend!
September 8, 2025
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I attended the 3 day market timing by…
I attended the 3 day market timing by Jake Dean. It was quite informative. Jake's presentation skills were six sigma.
September 5, 2025
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