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Plans Start at $8.99/Month After Your $1 First Month
Choose the membership level that matches your goals. All three tiers include a 14-day money-back guarantee on your first payment.
Why MicroGrinder Poker School?
- We Focus on Micro Stakes: Unlike other training sites, we play these games ourselves and know exactly what works, and what doesn't, to beat them.
- Fundamentals-First Approach: Build a solid foundation with our step-by-step system. You can't win consistently at micro stakes without mastering the fundamentals.
- Taught by a Best-Selling Author: Learn from Alton Hardin, an Amazon #1 best-selling poker author with 100,000+ books sold, who still plays and teaches 6-max No-Limit Hold'em at 25NL and below.
- Join 35,000+ Students: Learn from a proven system that has helped thousands of students turn losing results into winning results.
- Risk-Free Guarantee: Your first month is just $1, and every membership is backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee on your first payment, no questions asked.
Why Become a Member?
- Three Membership Levels: Choose Fundamentals (complete foundation), All-Access Pass (entire library), or All-Access + Pro Tools (everything plus the Pro versions of our Tools Hub apps)
- 30+ Courses and 155+ Hours of Training: Every course is built to help you beat the micro stakes games we play, from your first session through moving up in stakes.
- MicroGrinder Poker Tools Hub: Use our web-based poker tools to calculate equity, study pre-flop ranges, track your sessions, and practice real hands against realistic micro stakes bots. Basic apps come with every tier.
- Members-Only Quick Start PDF Guides: 6 downloadable guides to accelerate your learning and get you playing winning poker faster
- Exclusive Members-Only Content: Most of our courses can't be bought anywhere else, including the Play & Explain Vault and advanced training (varies by tier).
- Save $100s vs. Individual Purchases: Membership costs a fraction of buying courses individually and gives you a structured learning path
- Updates + Future Courses: Members receive improvements to existing courses. All-Access Pass and All-Access + Pro Tools members get all new courses we release
- Cancel Anytime: No long-term commitments. Stay as long as you're getting value.
Our Course Library at a Glance
Introducing the MicroGrinder Poker Tools Hub
The MicroGrinder Poker Tools Hub is our suite of web-based poker tools, so there is nothing to download or install. Use RangeLab to run quick equity calculations, Range Viewer to study and build pre-flop ranges, Session Assist to log your sessions and find your biggest leaks, and MicroSim to practice real hands against realistic micro stakes bots. Basic apps are included with every membership tier. Pro apps, including Session Assist, are exclusive to All-Access + Pro Tools members.
Membership Tiers at a Glance
Fundamentals
Includes 18 courses that build a complete foundation for beating micro stakes cash games and understanding tournaments, including a Start Here quick-start guide. You get Foundations & Resources, the full Cash Game Fundamentals library (pre-flop, post-flop, c-betting, exploitative strategy, bankroll, and money topics), and MTT 101. Three more courses round it out: the Poker Theory Nuggets of Wisdom Video Series, the How to Beat 2nl Mini Series, and The Nightly Grind Live Play Series. The Basic Tools Hub apps (RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite) are included. This tier is a great fit if you want a complete fundamentals curriculum with a clear progression to follow.
All-Access Pass
Includes all 34 courses in the MicroGrinder Poker School library, including a Start Here quick-start guide. The All-Access Pass adds MTT 202, all three Masterclasses (Crush Micro Stakes, Essential Poker Math, and Conquer Micro Stakes Poker), the full set of Focused Courses, and the complete Play & Explain Vault, so you can watch real hands and see winning decisions in action. The Basic Tools Hub apps (RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite) are included. This tier is a great fit if you want full access to the entire library, deeper masterclass training, and the complete vault.
All-Access + Pro Tools
Includes everything in the All-Access Pass: all 34 courses, masterclasses, focused courses, MTT 202, and the complete Play & Explain Vault. You also get the Pro versions of our MicroGrinder Poker Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Pro, Range Viewer Pro, Session Assist, and MicroSim Pro. This tier is for serious students who want every course along with the practice and study tools to apply them. If you study with software or log your sessions to find leaks, this is the tier built for you.
Below is a quick tier comparison so you can see what’s included in each tier.
What Our Students Are Saying
Chris B.
"Alton explains poker as a teacher who has a degree in poker, rather than a poker player trying to explain what works for them, and leaves you confused. I’ve played poker for many years and have had the knowledge of what not to do, but never the actual reason why."
Mark F.
"I am blown away with both how detailed and specific Alton is in his teaching style. He covers topics that most other coaches ignore and forget about. Secondly, I was impressed with his willingness to engage with his students. I receive a response to almost any question I have within a day or so."
Elie N.
"The way you break down strategies and fundamentals is clear, practical, and easy to follow. I’ve been studying consistently with my notes and applying what I learn in online poker games up to $20, and the improvement is real! I now understand many of the mistakes I used to make."
Select Your Membership Tier
Every plan starts with a $1 first month and a 14-day money-back guarantee on your first payment. Learn at your own pace, change tiers anytime, and cancel anytime.
Fundamentals Membership
$8.99
/month
billed monthly
18 courses
6 digital downloads
Community access
A complete micro stakes foundation for cash games, plus MTT 101 and three extra strategy courses. Includes the Basic Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite.
All-Access Pass Membership
$12.99
/month
billed monthly
34 courses
6 digital downloads
Community access
Full access to the entire MicroGrinder Poker School library, including all masterclasses, focused courses, MTT 202, and the Play & Explain Vault. Includes the Basic Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite.
All-Access + Pro Tools Membership
$19.99
/month
billed monthly
34 courses
6 digital downloads
Community access
Everything in the All-Access Pass, plus the Pro versions of our Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Pro, Range Viewer Pro, Session Assist, and MicroSim Pro.
Our Courses & Video Series
Click on the course images to learn more about each course and view our free course preview videos.
Foundations & Resources
Start here to build the fundamental framework of solid poker play. Three core courses teach essential concepts, step-by-step strategies, and Texas Hold'em basics, plus range charts and an introduction to poker software.
6 Steps to Profitable Poker at the Micro Stakes
The Exact Step-by-Step to Becoming a Profitable Poker Player
The Poker Blueprint: Learn to Play Good Poker
Build the Mindset and Core Concepts That Separate Winning Players from Losing Players
Cash Game Fundamentals
Build the core skills for beating micro stakes cash games: pre-flop strategy, post-flop play, exploiting your opponents, and bankroll management. These courses take you from your first session to moving up in stakes.
The Pre-Flop Mastery Game Plan
A Comprehensive Overview of Pre-Flop Concepts, Tactics and Strategies
Post-Flop Fundamentals
Build Your Post-Flop Foundation with the Essential Concepts Every Player Needs
Fundamentals of Exploitative Poker
Learn to Exploit Your Opponents Through HUD Stats, Player Tendencies and Table Selection
MTT Fundamentals
Learn to play multi-table tournaments from the ground up. Start with core beginner MTT strategy, then add the study tools intermediate and advanced players use.
Masterclasses
Our most in-depth training, covering complete micro stakes cash game strategy, poker math, and intermediate and advanced concepts.
Crush Micro Stakes Online Poker: The Complete Mastery Guide
24-Hour Master Course: The Most Comprehensive Micro Stakes Cash Game Course on the Internet
Focused Courses
Targeted courses on specific topics and situations, from beating 2NL and moving up in stakes to poker theory, coaching sessions, and underground poker clubs.
Play & Explain Vault
Watch our coaches play 2NL to 50NL with live commentary, explaining their thought process, strategies, and decisions in real time.
MicroGrinder Poker Tools Hub
A complete suite of web-based poker tools built to help you study smarter, track your progress, and sharpen your decision-making. Use them between sessions to identify leaks, during study to lock in winning strategies, or as a quick reference to keep your fundamentals fresh.
MicroSim Lite
Practice 6-max cash game poker in Easy mode against 120 bots, mostly loose-passive and weak-tight opponents like the ones you face at 2NL and 5NL. Make real decisions with free-form bet sizing, an action timer, and a pot odds display, in focused 25-hand sessions with no real money at risk.
Basic App: Included in Every Tier
MicroSim Pro
Everything in MicroSim Lite, plus Medium and Hard modes against all 190+ bots, 50-hand sessions, live HUD stats on every opponent, an at-the-table Range Viewer, hand flagging, and a hand replayer to review your decisions after each session.
Pro App: Included With All-Access + Pro Tools
RangeLab Basic
Our equity calculator for two to six players. Compare hands against hands, hands against ranges, or add board cards to run post-flop scenarios, with 25,000 or 50,000 iterations per run.
Basic App: Included in Every Tier
RangeLab Pro
Everything in RangeLab Basic, plus a range library with our pre-flop ranges and your own, suit selection for individual combos, a hand distribution breakdown of made hands and draws, 100,000 or 200,000 iterations, and continuous runs.
Pro App: Included With All-Access + Pro Tools
Session Assist
Track your poker sessions with a countdown timer, hand logger, mental state tracker, and leak tags. Log each hand with notes and screenshots, then review your sessions and follow your profit and loss on a dashboard you can filter by date, stakes, and game type.
Pro App: Included With All-Access + Pro Tools
Quick Start Guides
Six downloadable PDF guides to speed up your learning. Use them to study away from the tables, get up and running before diving into full courses, or keep core concepts and strategies handy as quick references. All six are included with every membership tier.
The Beginner’s Mistake Checklist
7-Page Guide: Identify and Fix the Most Common Leaks Costing You Money at the Micro Stakes
Poker Fundamentals: Essential Concepts
15-Page Guide: Master the Core Winning Concepts Every Profitable Player Must Understand
The Micro Stakes Success Blueprint
16-Page Guide: The Basic Game Plan and Proven Study Framework for Micro Stakes Success
Pre-Flop Essentials
17-Page Guide: Essential Pre-Flop Strategies, Ranges, and Bet Sizing for Solid 6-Max Play
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these strategies work for online poker?
Yes. All our strategies are specifically designed for online micro stakes cash games and tournaments (from 2NL to 50NL).
I'm a total beginner. Which plan is best?
We recommend choosing the plan that fits your budget. Fundamentals Membership ($8.99/mo) is a great starting point with the complete fundamentals curriculum. All-Access Pass ($12.99/mo) gives you the entire course library. All-Access + Pro Tools ($19.99/mo) adds the Pro versions of our Tools Hub apps, which are perfect if you want to study with software and log your sessions to find leaks.
Does my membership include access to the student community?
Yes. All MicroGrinder Poker School students get full access to the student community. It's a great place to discuss hands, strategy, and ask questions.
What is the MicroGrinder Tools Hub?
The Tools Hub is our suite of web-based poker tools. It includes RangeLab (equity calculator), Range Viewer (pre-flop strategy reference), Session Assist (session tracker with hand logging, mental state tracking, and leak tags), and MicroSim (a 6-max cash game simulator with 120 bot opponents in Lite and 190+ in Pro, across 10 archetypes). All tools are web-based, so you sign in at tools.microgrinder.com and use them anywhere with no installs needed.
What's the difference between Basic and Pro tools?
Basic tools (RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite) are included with all membership tiers and cover the core needs of most students. Pro tools add deeper features. RangeLab Pro adds a range library, suit selection, hand distribution breakdowns, and 100,000 or 200,000 iterations. Range Viewer Pro adds a custom range editor and a synced library. Session Assist provides full session tracking with leak tagging. MicroSim Pro unlocks Medium and Hard modes against all 190+ bots, HUD stats, hand flagging, and a hand replayer. Pro tools are exclusive to the All-Access + Pro Tools membership.
What if I don't like it?
Poker takes patience, which is why we offer your first month for just $1, so there is literally no risk to get started. However, if you feel our teaching style isn't meshing with you, we offer a no-questions-asked 14-day money-back guarantee on your first payment.
How do I get the $1 first month offer?
It’s simple. Select the membership plan you want below. On the checkout page, enter code ONEBUCK into the coupon code box and hit apply. Your total will drop to $1 immediately.
Is there a contract or commitment?
No. Our memberships are billed month-to-month. You can cancel at any time by going to your Memberships & Subscriptions area and clicking the Cancel membership link.
Can I upgrade or downgrade my membership later?
Yes. You can change your plan at any time by going to your Memberships & Subscriptions area and clicking the Compare tiers button.
- Upgrading: You'll pay the full price difference between tiers right away (if over $0.99), no matter how much time is left in your current month's billing cycle. The system doesn't consider timing - only what you've already paid. For the best value, we recommend upgrading at either the beginning or end of your billing cycle.
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Downgrading: You keep access to your current tier until your billing period ends, then you'll switch to the lower tier when your next billing cycle starts.
Will my discount code work if I change membership plans?
No. Discount codes are tied to specific membership tiers. If you switch to a different tier, you'll need to use a new discount code for that tier. Your original discount won't transfer over.
How do I access my content after enrollment?
Access is immediate. Log in to your account and go to "My Membership" to find your membership content. All courses and materials included in your tier will be available right there in your dashboard.
How do I access the Tools Hub?
Every membership tier includes Tools Hub access, with Basic apps in all tiers and Pro apps in All-Access + Pro Tools. Head to tools.microgrinder.com and sign in with your enrolled email address. We use magic link login: enter your email, click the link we send you, and you're in. No separate password to remember.
How do I update my payment method?
Go to your account dashboard and select "My Schools," then find your membership and click on "Billing." From there, you can add or update your card. Please save your changes before your next billing date.
What happens if my payment fails?
We know things happen. We will automatically retry charging your card 3 times on days 3, 7, and 14. If all attempts fail, you will be automatically unenrolled from the membership and will lose access to the content.
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Fundamentals Membership
$8.99
/month
billed monthly
18 courses
6 digital downloads
Community access
A complete micro stakes foundation for cash games, plus MTT 101 and three extra strategy courses. Includes the Basic Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite.
All-Access Pass Membership
$12.99
/month
billed monthly
34 courses
6 digital downloads
Community access
Full access to the entire MicroGrinder Poker School library, including all masterclasses, focused courses, MTT 202, and the Play & Explain Vault. Includes the Basic Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Basic, Range Viewer Basic, and MicroSim Lite.
All-Access + Pro Tools Membership
$19.99
/month
billed monthly
34 courses
6 digital downloads
Community access
Everything in the All-Access Pass, plus the Pro versions of our Tools Hub apps: RangeLab Pro, Range Viewer Pro, Session Assist, and MicroSim Pro.