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As one of only 40 BPIA Master Instructors in USA my name is Stephen Hansen, and I hail from Sandusky, Ohio. My journey in the world of pool began with my father, a top player in Ohio during the 1950's & 60's which sparked my passion for the game as I spent hours in pool halls. In my late teens, my friends and I found joy in playing 8 and 9 ball steering us away from trouble. Alongside my full-time job at General Motors, I earned an associate's degree in electrical engineering from Terra Community college.
My love for pool only deepened, leading me to join the US Navy, where I played at various duty stations. After my 20-year service, I transitioned to management at Chrysler Corporation in Toledo, while also pursuing a bachelor's degree in industrial management from Spring Arbor College. Eager to enhance my skills, I sought guidance from renowned players like Jerry Briesath, Mark Wilson, Randy G, Jeremy Jones, Nick Varner, Earl Strickland, Johnny Archer & Robin (Dotson) Bell, and credit my mentors and friends for their invaluable support.
My passion for pool drove me to become a Certified BCA/CSI referee and to oversee local tournaments including the BCA Nationals in Las Vegas. I am dedicated to improving the pool community, serving as an instructor with the PBIA (Professional Billiards Instructors Association) and ACS (American Cue Sports), where I hold a master's certification. I teach kids 18 and under monthly with master instructor Claude Gragg, preparing them for junior national's tournaments in Las Vegas, and I also offer private and group lessons in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including cities like (Addison, Carrollton, Denton, Forney, Frisco, Garland, Little Elm, Lewisville, McKinney, Richardson Terrell, & surrounding areas).
Some of my personal accomplishments include:
Certified National Referee since 2008
2010 Arizona State 8-Ball Championships
4th Place - 8 Ball Men's Open
2009 APA US Amateur Championships, Tampa, FL
2010 APA US Amateur Championships, Tampa, FL
2014 APA US Amateur Championships, Tampa, FL
2017 APA US Amateur Championships, Tampa, FL
2015 ACS National Championships, Las Vegas, NV
1st Place - 9 Ball Open 3 Man Team
2016 ACS North American Championships, Las Vegas, NV
1st Place - 8 Ball Men's Senior Singles
2018 BCAPL World Championships Las Vegas, NV
4th Place - 8 Ball Super Senior Singles
2021 ACS National Championships, Las Vegas, NV
7-8 Place - 9 Ball Men's Open Singles
4th Place - 8 Ball Men's Super Senior Singles
3 Time APA Masters League MVP
2021 APA Masters League City Champions
1st Place - Masters Team
2024 APA Masters League City Champions
1st Place - Masters Team
Numerous Top 16 place finishes in the
ACS, APA, BCA & VNEA National Championships
2019 - 2022 - University of Texas at Arlington Juniors Instructor/Coach
USAPL Juniors Instructor/Coach
2023 - 2024 - Level Up Youth Clinic at Stixx & Stone Billiards, Lewisville, TX
- Wizards Sports Cafe, Richardson, TX
Juniors Instructor/Coach
2024 - Juniors Clinic at The Bearded Monkey in Forney, TX
Juniors Instructor/Coach
2024 APA City Champions Dallas, TX
1st Place - 8 Ball Teams
3rd Place - 9 Ball Teams
APA Big Dawg Champions Dallas, TX
1st Place out of 91 Teams (All Team members were my students)
Currently, I dedicate my time to teaching pool full-time in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex emphasizing the importance of a
consistent stroke for success in the game. I specialize in assisting
individuals analyze, develop and enhance their skills.
CLASSES AVAILABLE
for all ages and skill levels.
Beginner, Intermediate, Master & Professional.
I teach from behind the cue-ball.
1. Hourly rate is $125.00
2. The "Basic" first things 1st class.
Two (3-hour sessions), spaced 7-14 days apart.
Includes all training materials, focusing on
STROKE, SPEED CONTROL & AIMING.
Includes a video review and Mother Drills.
$450.00
3. The " Intermediate" class - Available after completion of the "Basic" class.
2 hours - Tangent line drills (Football 1) & Stop shots.
2 hours - 1 Rail kick shots
2 hours - 2 & 3 Rail kick shots
$450.00
4. The "Advanced" class - Available after the "Intermediate" class.
2 hours - Massee shots
2 hours - Jump shots
1 hour - Close order drill shots & the Impossible cut shot
1 hour - Finesse speed & Short order finish shots, Breathing techniques
$450.00
5. All classes include personal videos, notebook with lessons guides,
and 24-7 phone availability.
P.B.I.A. INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION CLASS.............$1,000.00
Steve Hansen....PBIA/ACS....Master Instructor