New Year, New Winrate: The 2026 Pokercode Kick-Off

The beginning of January is always a great time for every serious poker player to plan ahead for the next year

The difference between those who climb the stakes in 2026 and those who remain stagnant is the system they build today. We have therefore curated a selection of the most impactful coachings from our library to help our members hit the ground running. 

Use these sessions to optimize your workflow and prepare for 2026!

1. The Retrospective: Audit Your Game with Fedor Holz

Before looking forward, you must look back. The Community Town Hall: Reviewing 2024 & Performing in 2025 might be a session from last year, but the exercises and views by Fedor are still as relevant as they can be. Here’s what to expect:

• The "Pen & Paper" Exercise: Fedor guides the community through a physical writing task. You will identify your leaks and successes from the previous year.
• Why it works: Writing down your goals forces a level of honesty that solvers cannot provide.
• Action Step: Grab a notebook and find the recording in our archives. Do the work alongside Fedor to build the foundation for your 2026 strategy and share it in the related thread in Discord.

2. Learning How to Learn: Curtis & Phemo

Many players watch videos passively without retaining the information. At Pokercode, we teach you to be an active participant in your growth, and these sessions are perfect for you to do so:

Effective Studying – Curtis Knight

Curtis explains the framework of a successful study session. This coaching ensures you categorize information so it stays accessible during a deep Sunday run.

Take Your Studies to the Next Level – Phemo

Phemo moves you beyond the basics. This session focuses on advanced analytical techniques. You will learn how to use data to move from understanding a concept to mastering a range.

Improve Your Study Habits – Curtis Knight

Consistency beats intensity every time. Curtis provides actionable tips on building a daily routine. This structure helps you make marginal gains while preventing burnout.

3. Maximizing ROI: Greg & Fabi

Time is one of your most valuable resources. Grzegorz "Greg" Kozieja focuses on getting the most out of every minute spent away from the felt.

Studying Efficiently – Greg

Not all study time is equal. Greg highlights the spots that occur most frequently. You will learn to stop wasting hours on obscure 300bb deep scenarios and focus on the spots that move the needle on your winrate.

Optimize Your Live Experience – Greg & Fabi

The 2026 live tournament schedule is already busy. Live poker is an endurance sport that requires specific preparation.He provides the logistical tips needed to ensure your 2026 live sessions are profitable - from planning your trip to dominating on the final table!

Your 2026 Kick-Off Checklist

Use this suggested viewing order to start your year:

Join the Discussion

The best part about Team Pokercode is the community. Head over to our Discord and share the results of your "Pen & Paper" exercise in the related notes & question thread. We will hold each other accountable to make 2026 a career-best year.