There are 2 types of beginner poker players. There are those who want to learn and improve their game, and those who just want to have fun and don't really care if they win or lose. If you just want to have fun, pick any room we offer, they're all fun. However, if you want to take a more serious approach at the game, follow these ideas.

First of all, don't play free poker! Free poker will teach you nothing about how to become a winning player, and may actually discourage you from playing. Players who play lots of free poker develop terrible habits that cost them later when they decide to play for real money. Think $.01/.02 poker can't be much better than free poker? Honestly, there's a big difference. Both games in general terms are played poorly, but free poker is flat out ridiculous. Instead, follow our advice and begin by learning good habits that you can improve on as you go. Choose one of our top rated rooms for beginners, sign up and deposit $50, or whatever you can afford. Start by playing the lowest stakes the room offers, and play a smart game. A 'smart game' means that you play only good starting hands, and don't overplay them. Learn to fold when you think you're beat. This is the one area where most new players lose most of their money - because they never fold! Beyond that, read whatever you can get a hold of - and play a lot. Experience is the best learning tool. Play, play, and play some more.