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The strategy notes, the chart-pattern catalogue and the module workbooks of the course. Strategy notes are descriptions to test on demo - none of them is a recommendation, and the win rates the earlier site printed were not measured, so they are not shown.

Strategy notes (10)

New York Open EUR/USDSession Open Momentum PlayIntermediate · 5min - 15min

Capitalize on the surge of liquidity as the New York session opens. The overlap between London and New York creates the highest-volume period of the trading day, producing strong directional moves on EUR/USD.

Entry rules

  • Wait for the NY session candle to open (13:00 UTC)
  • Identify the pre-market range from 12:00-13:00 UTC (Asian-London overlap)
  • Enter on a breakout above/below the pre-market range with a confirming candle
  • The breakout candle must close beyond the range with strong body (>60% of candle)
  • Confirm with increasing volume or RSI momentum alignment

Exit rules

  • Take Profit 1: 1x the pre-market range height (partial close 50%)
  • Take Profit 2: 2x the pre-market range height (close remaining)
  • Move stop to breakeven after TP1 is hit
  • Time stop: close all positions by 17:00 UTC if neither TP hit

Risk

  • Risk no more than 1% of account per trade
  • Stop loss: opposite end of pre-market range + 5 pip buffer
  • Skip if range is > 40 pips (too wide) or < 10 pips (too narrow)
  • Avoid on major news release days (NFP, FOMC, ECB)

Common mistakes

  • Entering before the breakout candle closes (premature entry)
  • Trading during high-impact news events
  • Not waiting for the full pre-market range to form
  • Moving stop loss to give more room instead of accepting the loss
London BreakoutAsian Range Breakout at London OpenBeginner-Intermediate · 15min - 1H

The London Breakout strategy exploits the transition from the low-volatility Asian session to the high-volatility London session. As European traders enter the market, they often push price out of the Asian range.

Entry rules

  • Mark the Asian session range (00:00-07:00 UTC high and low)
  • Wait for London open at 07:00 UTC
  • Enter on a strong candle close above/below the Asian range
  • The breakout candle should have minimal wick on the breakout side
  • Optional: wait for a retest of the broken range level for better entry

Exit rules

  • Take Profit 1: 1x the Asian range height
  • Take Profit 2: next major support/resistance level
  • Trail stop using the 20 EMA on the 15min chart
  • Close all positions by 12:00 UTC (before NY overlap gets messy)

Risk

  • Stop loss: middle of the Asian range (not the opposite end)
  • Risk 0.5-1% per trade
  • Skip if Asian range is > 60 pips or < 15 pips
  • No trading on Mondays (weak London opens) or Fridays (position squaring)

Common mistakes

  • Using the full Asian range as stop loss (too wide)
  • Trading every day regardless of range quality
  • Not accounting for daylight saving time changes
  • Holding through major UK economic releases
Asian Range BreakoutRange-Bound Overnight to Directional LondonBeginner · 1H - 4H

A variation of the London Breakout focused on JPY and commodity currency pairs. These pairs often consolidate during the Asian session before making their move as liquidity increases.

Entry rules

  • Identify the Asian session consolidation zone (22:00-05:00 UTC)
  • Draw horizontal lines at the high and low of the range
  • Enter on a 1H candle close beyond the range after 05:00 UTC
  • Require at least 2 consecutive candles in the breakout direction
  • Align with the higher timeframe trend (daily chart direction)

Exit rules

  • Target: 1.5-2x the Asian range projected from breakout point
  • Alternative: hold to the next major daily level
  • Use a trailing stop of 1.5x ATR(14) on the 1H chart

Risk

  • Stop loss at the opposite end of the Asian range
  • Position size for 1% max risk
  • Skip if daily chart shows no clear trend

Common mistakes

  • Trading during Japanese holiday sessions (low liquidity)
  • Ignoring the daily trend direction
  • Entering on the first wick beyond the range instead of a close
Supply & Demand Zone TradingInstitutional Order Flow ZonesIntermediate-Advanced · 1H - Daily

Supply and demand zones represent areas where institutional traders have placed large orders. By identifying these zones, retail traders can align with the smart money flow and enter at optimal prices.

Entry rules

  • Identify a strong impulsive move (3+ candles in one direction)
  • Mark the base/origin of the move as the supply/demand zone
  • The zone is the last opposing candle before the impulse began
  • Wait for price to return to the zone (first touch has highest probability)
  • Enter with a limit order at the zone edge, or wait for a rejection candle

Exit rules

  • Take Profit: the opposite supply/demand zone or a key swing point
  • Minimum 1:2 risk/reward required before entering
  • Move stop to breakeven once price moves 1:1 in your favor

Risk

  • Stop loss just beyond the opposite edge of the zone + buffer
  • Zone invalidation: if price trades through the zone and closes beyond it, the zone is broken
  • Only trade fresh zones (first revisit only)

Common mistakes

  • Drawing zones too large (use the single candle origin, not the entire base)
  • Trading zones that have already been revisited (stale zones)
  • Ignoring the higher timeframe trend when trading lower timeframe zones
ICT Silver Bullet10:00-11:00 NY Time ReversalAdvanced · 1min - 5min

The ICT Silver Bullet is a precision entry model targeting the 10:00-11:00 AM New York time window. This window often produces a reversal or continuation move after the initial NY opening volatility settles.

Entry rules

  • Only trade between 10:00-11:00 AM Eastern Time
  • Identify the 9:30-10:00 AM high/low (opening range)
  • Wait for a liquidity sweep (price takes out the high/low then reverses)
  • Enter on a Fair Value Gap (FVG) or Order Block in the reversal direction
  • Use 1-minute or 5-minute chart for precision entry

Exit rules

  • Target the opposite end of the opening range
  • Or target the next significant liquidity pool (equal highs/lows)
  • Close all positions by 12:00 PM ET (no overnight ICT intraday holds)

Risk

  • Stop loss above/below the liquidity sweep candle
  • Maximum 1% risk per trade
  • One trade per day maximum (one and done mentality)

Common mistakes

  • Trading outside the 10:00-11:00 window
  • Entering without a clear liquidity sweep
  • Overcomplicating with too many ICT concepts at once
Fibonacci Retracement PullbackTrend Continuation at Key LevelsIntermediate · 1H - Daily

This strategy uses Fibonacci retracement levels to find optimal entry points during trend pullbacks. The 38.2%, 50%, and 61.8% levels act as magnets for price, offering high-probability re-entry points.

Entry rules

  • Identify a clear trending market on the daily chart
  • Wait for a pullback against the trend
  • Draw Fibonacci from the swing low to swing high (uptrend) or vice versa
  • Enter at 50% or 61.8% retracement with a bullish/bearish confirmation candle
  • The confirmation candle must show rejection (hammer, engulfing, etc.)

Exit rules

  • Take Profit 1: previous swing high/low (the 0% Fib level)
  • Take Profit 2: -27.2% Fibonacci extension
  • Take Profit 3: -61.8% Fibonacci extension
  • Move stop to breakeven after TP1

Risk

  • Stop loss below the 78.6% retracement + buffer
  • If price closes below 78.6%, the setup is invalid
  • Risk 1% per trade maximum

Common mistakes

  • Drawing Fibonacci on the wrong swing points
  • Not waiting for a confirmation candle at the Fib level
  • Using Fibonacci in ranging/choppy markets
VWAP Mean ReversionIntraday Mean Reversion at VWAPIntermediate-Advanced · 5min - 15min

VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) acts as a dynamic intraday fair value level. When price deviates significantly from VWAP, it tends to revert back, creating mean reversion opportunities.

Entry rules

  • Plot VWAP on the intraday chart (resets daily)
  • Wait for price to reach 2+ standard deviations from VWAP
  • Enter when a reversal candle forms at the extreme (hammer, engulfing)
  • The trade direction should be back toward VWAP
  • Confirm with RSI extreme (>80 for short, <20 for long)

Exit rules

  • Primary target: VWAP itself (the mean)
  • Secondary target: opposite side standard deviation band
  • Time stop: if price hasn't returned to VWAP within 90 minutes, close

Risk

  • Stop loss beyond the extreme + 1 ATR buffer
  • Don't trade mean reversion in a strongly trending market
  • Reduce position size if VWAP is steeply angled (trending day)

Common mistakes

  • Trying to mean revert on a trend day (VWAP slopes heavily)
  • Entering without a reversal candle confirmation
  • Setting targets too far beyond VWAP
Order Block + Fair Value GapSmart Money Concept ConfluenceAdvanced · 15min - 4H

This advanced strategy combines two Smart Money Concepts (SMC): Order Blocks (institutional entry candles) and Fair Value Gaps (imbalances in price). When these two align, they create high-probability trading zones.

Entry rules

  • Identify a Break of Structure (BOS) on the 1H or 4H chart
  • Find the Order Block: the last opposing candle before the BOS
  • Look for a Fair Value Gap (FVG) within or near the Order Block
  • Enter when price returns to fill the FVG within the Order Block zone
  • Use a lower timeframe (15min) for precision entry confirmation

Exit rules

  • Target the swing high/low that was broken (opposite liquidity)
  • Or target the next Order Block in the direction of your trade
  • Trail stop behind each new Order Block formed in your direction

Risk

  • Stop loss: below the Order Block (for longs) or above it (for shorts)
  • Zone invalidation: if the entire OB is traded through, exit immediately
  • Risk 0.5-1% per trade (precision trades, smaller stops = larger position relative to risk)

Common mistakes

  • Identifying Order Blocks incorrectly (must have a displacement after)
  • Trading stale OBs that have been mitigated (already revisited)
  • Ignoring the higher timeframe directional bias
News Trading (NFP/CPI)High-Impact Event StrategiesAdvanced · 1min - 15min

News trading capitalizes on the extreme volatility during high-impact economic releases like Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP), Consumer Price Index (CPI), and central bank rate decisions. These events can move markets 50-200+ pips in minutes.

Entry rules

  • ONLY trade the highest-impact events: NFP, CPI, FOMC, ECB, BOE rate decisions
  • Wait at least 2-5 minutes after the release (avoid the initial spike chaos)
  • Enter on a retracement of the initial move (the "news fade" or "continuation")
  • Use a straddle approach: buy stop above + sell stop below the pre-news range
  • Alternative: trade the news reaction, not the news itself (trend continuation after spike)

Exit rules

  • If using straddle: cancel the unexecuted order immediately
  • Take Profit: 2-3x the pre-news range height
  • Trail stop aggressively (move to breakeven after 50% of target)
  • Close all positions within 1 hour of the release

Risk

  • REDUCE position size to 0.25-0.5% risk (spreads widen dramatically)
  • Expect 5-20 pip spread widening during the release
  • NEVER trade news with your full normal position size
  • Have a hard stop loss — no "mental" stops during news events

Common mistakes

  • Trading every news event (only the 4-5 highest impact per month)
  • Entering during the initial 1-2 minute chaos
  • Normal position sizing (spreads will eat you alive)
  • Holding through secondary news in the same session
Swing Trading Weekly ChartsPosition Trading on Higher TimeframesIntermediate · Weekly - Monthly

The ultimate low-stress trading strategy. Analyze weekly charts on Sunday, place orders Monday, and check once per day. This strategy is perfect for traders with full-time jobs who want consistent returns without screen time.

Entry rules

  • Analyze the weekly chart every Sunday for setups
  • Identify the trend using the 50 and 200 weekly moving averages
  • Look for a pullback to the 50 WMA or a key Fibonacci level on the weekly chart
  • Enter on Monday using a limit order at the weekly support/resistance level
  • Confirmation: the previous weekly candle must show rejection (wick) at the entry zone

Exit rules

  • Take Profit 1: next weekly swing high/low
  • Take Profit 2: weekly 200 MA or a major monthly level
  • Trail stop using the weekly 20 EMA
  • Maximum hold time: 3 months per trade

Risk

  • Stop loss below the weekly candle low that triggered entry
  • Risk 0.5% per trade (larger stops in pips, smaller position size)
  • Maximum 3 open swing trades at any time
  • Use daily chart for fine-tuning entry/exit levels

Common mistakes

  • Checking the trade too frequently (weekly chart = weekly check)
  • Closing early due to impatience (let winners run!)
  • Using too large a position size for the wider stops
  • Trading against the monthly trend direction

Chart patterns (30)

Double TopA bearish reversal pattern formed by two peaks at similar price levels, separated by a trough. Signals the end of an uptrend.Reversal · beginner
Double BottomA bullish reversal pattern formed by two troughs at similar price levels, separated by a peak. Signals the end of a downtrend.Reversal · beginner
Head and ShouldersA bearish reversal with three peaks — the middle (head) being highest, flanked by two lower peaks (shoulders). Very reliable pattern.Reversal · intermediate
Inverse Head and ShouldersA bullish reversal with three troughs — the middle (head) being lowest, flanked by two higher troughs (shoulders).Reversal · intermediate
Rising WedgeA bearish pattern where price makes higher highs and higher lows within converging trendlines, but momentum is weakening.Reversal · intermediate
Falling WedgeA bullish pattern where price makes lower lows and lower highs within converging trendlines, but selling pressure is weakening.Reversal · intermediate
Triple TopSimilar to double top but with three peaks at similar levels. Stronger reversal signal due to triple rejection.Reversal · advanced
Triple BottomSimilar to double bottom but with three troughs. Very strong bullish reversal signal.Reversal · advanced
Bull FlagA short-term consolidation after a sharp upward move (the pole). The flag portion slopes slightly downward before breaking up.Continuation · beginner
Bear FlagA short-term consolidation after a sharp downward move. The flag slopes slightly upward before breaking down.Continuation · beginner
Ascending TriangleA bullish continuation pattern with a flat resistance line and rising support. Buyers are increasingly aggressive.Continuation · intermediate
Descending TriangleA bearish continuation pattern with flat support and declining resistance. Sellers are increasingly aggressive.Continuation · intermediate
Symmetrical TriangleA neutral pattern with converging trendlines. Can break either direction, but usually continues the prior trend.Continuation · intermediate
Bull PennantSimilar to bull flag but with converging trendlines forming a small symmetrical triangle after the pole.Continuation · beginner
Rectangle (Range)Price bounces between horizontal support and resistance. Breakout direction continues the prior trend.Continuation · beginner
Cup and HandleA bullish continuation that forms a rounded bottom (cup) followed by a small consolidation (handle) before breaking higher.Continuation · advanced
HammerA bullish reversal candle at the bottom of a downtrend. Long lower shadow, small body at the top.Candlestick · beginner
Shooting StarA bearish reversal candle at the top of an uptrend. Long upper shadow, small body at the bottom.Candlestick · beginner
Engulfing (Bullish)A two-candle pattern where a bullish candle completely engulfs the previous bearish candle. Strong reversal signal.Candlestick · beginner
Engulfing (Bearish)A two-candle pattern where a bearish candle completely engulfs the previous bullish candle. Strong reversal signal.Candlestick · beginner
DojiA candle where the open and close are virtually equal, creating a cross shape. Signals indecision.Candlestick · beginner
Morning StarA three-candle bullish reversal: long bearish candle, small-bodied candle (star), then long bullish candle.Candlestick · intermediate
Evening StarA three-candle bearish reversal: long bullish candle, small-bodied candle (star), then long bearish candle.Candlestick · intermediate
Three White SoldiersThree consecutive long bullish candles, each opening within the previous body and closing higher. Very bullish.Candlestick · intermediate
ABCD PatternThe foundation of all harmonic patterns. AB = CD in both price and time. The D point provides the trade entry.Harmonic · advanced
Gartley PatternA harmonic pattern where B is 61.8% of XA, and D completes at 78.6% of XA. Named after H.M. Gartley.Harmonic · advanced
Butterfly PatternA harmonic pattern where D extends beyond X, making it an extension pattern. B = 78.6% of XA.Harmonic · advanced
Bat PatternA harmonic pattern with precise Fibonacci ratios. D completes at 88.6% of XA, providing tight stop placement.Harmonic · advanced
Crab PatternThe most extreme harmonic pattern. D extends to 161.8% of XA, creating powerful reversal zones.Harmonic · advanced
Shark PatternA newer harmonic pattern using 0-X-A-B-C structure. Known for its aggressive reversal signals.Harmonic · advanced

Our data on candle patterns as stand-alone signals: see lesson 2.1 and FIG. 3 on the home page.

Workbooks (12)

Module 1: Foundations of Trading - Practice WorkbookHands-on exercises to reinforce market structure, chart reading, and risk management fundamentals.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Order Type Matching - Match each order type to its correct definition and use case.
  • Candlestick Identification - Identify bullish/bearish patterns in sample chart screenshots.
  • Position Sizing Calculator - Calculate correct position sizes given account balance, risk %, and stop distance.
  • Trading Journal Template - Complete a mock trading journal for a simulated week of trades.
Module 2: Technical Analysis - Practice WorkbookApply technical analysis concepts through chart exercises and indicator practice.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Support & Resistance Mapping - Draw key S/R levels on provided charts.
  • Indicator Signal Analysis - Identify buy/sell signals using RSI, MACD, and moving average crossovers.
  • Pattern Recognition Quiz - Identify chart patterns and predict likely price action.
  • Multi-Timeframe Trade Plan - Create a trade plan using top-down multi-timeframe analysis.
Module 3: Advanced Chart Patterns - Practice WorkbookMaster complex chart formations, harmonic patterns, and volume profile techniques.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Harmonic Pattern Identification - Identify Gartley, Butterfly, Bat, and Crab patterns on provided chart examples.
  • Complex Chart Formation Drawing - Draw and label complex formations including head & shoulders, cups, and wedges on sample charts.
  • Volume Profile Analysis - Analyze volume profile histograms to identify high-volume nodes, value areas, and POC levels.
  • Pattern Completion Prediction - Predict completion targets and invalidation levels for partially formed chart patterns.
Module 4: Risk Management & Position Sizing - Practice WorkbookBuild robust risk management frameworks through position sizing drills and scenario analysis.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Kelly Criterion Calculations - Apply the Kelly criterion formula to determine optimal position sizes across various win-rate and reward-risk scenarios.
  • Trade Management Scenarios - Evaluate stop-loss placement, trailing stop strategies, and partial profit-taking across simulated trade scenarios.
  • Portfolio Risk Assessment - Calculate portfolio heat, correlation risk, and maximum drawdown exposure for a sample multi-position portfolio.
  • Strategy Rule Documentation - Document a complete risk management ruleset including per-trade risk, daily loss limits, and drawdown circuit breakers.
Module 5: Trading Psychology - Practice WorkbookDevelop mental resilience and self-awareness through psychology-focused exercises.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Emotional Trigger Identification - Identify personal emotional triggers that lead to impulsive trading decisions and document coping strategies.
  • Bias Recognition Quiz - Recognize cognitive biases such as confirmation bias, recency bias, and loss aversion in trading scenarios.
  • Performance Habit Tracker - Design a daily habit tracker covering pre-market routine, mindset checks, and post-session review.
  • Mindset Journaling - Complete structured journal prompts reflecting on recent trades, emotional states, and process adherence.
Module 6: Price Action & Order Flow - Practice WorkbookSharpen price action reading skills and understand order flow dynamics.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Price Action Setup Identification - Identify pin bars, engulfing candles, inside bars, and other price action setups on naked charts.
  • Supply & Demand Zone Marking - Mark valid supply and demand zones on provided charts and explain the institutional logic behind each zone.
  • Order Flow Reading - Interpret order flow data including bid/ask imbalances, delta, and cumulative volume delta from sample footprint charts.
  • Volume-Price Relationship Analysis - Analyze the relationship between volume spikes, price movement, and market intent across multiple chart examples.
Module 7: Simulated Trading & Strategy Testing - Practice WorkbookPractice systematic strategy testing through backtesting, demo trading, and performance analysis.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Backtesting Data Collection - Collect and organize historical trade data for a defined strategy across a minimum of 50 sample setups.
  • Demo Trade Log Review - Review a simulated demo trade log, identify recurring mistakes, and categorize trades by setup quality.
  • Performance Metric Calculations - Calculate win rate, profit factor, Sharpe ratio, expectancy, and maximum drawdown from a sample trade dataset.
  • Strategy Optimization Worksheet - Document parameter adjustments and their impact on strategy performance, identifying overfitting risks.
Module 8: Macro Analysis & Fundamentals - Practice WorkbookIntegrate macroeconomic analysis and fundamental drivers into your trading framework.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Economic Indicator Impact Analysis - Analyze how key economic indicators (GDP, CPI, NFP, PMI) historically impact price action across asset classes.
  • Central Bank Decision Scenarios - Evaluate hypothetical central bank rate decisions and map out expected market reactions across currencies, bonds, and equities.
  • Intermarket Correlation Mapping - Map correlations between related markets (e.g., DXY vs gold, yields vs equities) and identify divergence opportunities.
  • News Event Trade Planning - Create a detailed trade plan for an upcoming high-impact news event including entry, stop, target, and contingency scenarios.
Module 9: Advanced Strategies - Practice WorkbookExplore and practice advanced strategy types including momentum, mean reversion, and breakout systems.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Momentum Trade Setups - Identify and document high-probability momentum trade setups using trend strength indicators and price action confirmation.
  • Mean Reversion Identification - Spot mean reversion opportunities using Bollinger Bands, RSI extremes, and statistical deviation from moving averages.
  • Breakout Confirmation Checklist - Build a comprehensive checklist for confirming valid breakouts versus false breakouts using volume, retest, and momentum criteria.
  • Multi-Strategy Allocation Plan - Design a capital allocation plan that balances multiple strategy types based on market regime and correlation analysis.
Module 10: Specialization & Edge Development - Practice WorkbookDefine your personal trading edge and specialize in your preferred style and timeframe.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Personal Edge Definition Worksheet - Articulate your unique trading edge including market selection, setup criteria, timing, and execution advantages.
  • Intraday Trade Journal - Complete a detailed intraday trade journal for five simulated sessions, focusing on execution quality and process adherence.
  • Swing Trade Analysis Template - Analyze three swing trade opportunities using a structured template covering technicals, fundamentals, and risk parameters.
  • Dashboard Configuration Exercise - Design and document your ideal trading dashboard layout including charts, watchlists, alerts, and performance metrics.
Module 11: Live Market Preparation - Practice WorkbookPrepare for the transition to live trading with practical business and operational planning exercises.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Broker Comparison Matrix - Compare brokers across fees, execution speed, platform features, regulation, and asset coverage using a structured matrix.
  • Live Trading Transition Checklist - Complete a pre-live checklist covering account setup, platform testing, risk parameters, and mental readiness criteria.
  • Trading Business Record Template - Set up a trading business record template for tracking income, expenses, taxes, and performance for regulatory compliance.
  • Business Plan Draft - Draft a trading business plan including goals, capital requirements, expected drawdowns, scaling milestones, and contingency plans.
Module 12: Professional Trading & Certification - Practice WorkbookDemonstrate mastery across all program modules through comprehensive review and final assessment.4 exercises · 100 points
  • Comprehensive Strategy Review - Write a detailed review of your complete trading strategy covering entry, exit, risk management, and psychological framework.
  • Risk Scenario Analysis - Analyze your strategy performance under adverse conditions including black swan events, low volatility, and trending/ranging regimes.
  • Trading Plan Submission - Submit a polished, professional-grade trading plan ready for peer review and mentor evaluation.
  • Final Certification Assessment - Complete a comprehensive assessment covering all 12 months of material to earn your program certification.