Hosting a Home Poker Game
Online casinos and card rooms have introduced many to the fun and exciting game of poker. After playing online, it’s not surprising that people would want to experience a live game at a casino with other players. New players may be nervous about trying their luck in a casino though, and prefer a more relaxed home game with family and friends.
Here a few tips on what you need to get a home game going. First, you’ll need a table that will seat at least six people. A round one is ideal. There are inexpensive table tops customized for card games available in many stores.
The next thing is chips, which are integral to poker. Of course you can always substitute some other items, like dried beans or coins, but real poker chips make the game more genuine. There are inexpensive plastic ones and chips made from clay that are similar to the kind used in casinos. If you game has six players, you’ll need at least 300 in chips, and 900+ chips for larger groups.
Obviously, you’ll need a deck of cards, which also vary in quality. Plastic cards resist bending and can survive spills. Inexpensive paper cards wear out quickly and are easily bent, making them easy to “mark” which can spoil the game. Copag and Kem are two popular brands of quality plastic cards.
If you’re hosting a home poker, get a book of rules on poker, preferably one that describes the formats for a variety of poker games. There is bound to be some controversy about hands and betting tactics, so rely on the rule book for guidance to keep the peace. For tournament games, you’ll also need a timer. Then round up a few friends and family members and you’ll be ready to play.
Comments Off