Blackjack Bootcamp
Card Counting Training in Vegas
Get trained and evaluated by real professionals
- Guest lectures by professionals
- Learn how to make card counting profitable
- A limited number of seats keeps training specialized
What You’ll Get at Bootcamp
- 15+ years running Bootcamps with a proven training system.
- Pros in the room: multiple full‑time APs with 8‑figure combined profits and premier guest lectures.
- 6–7 hours of live dealing + 1:1 test‑out to pinpoint your exact leaks.
- Beyond counting: team play, risk management, EV maximization.
- Network with serious players. Many attendees find future teammates and mentors.
I had high expectations going into the bootcamp and I was still blown away by the amount of knowledge being passed on, from the lectures to the dealing sessions.
— Bootcamp Attendee Fall ’24 “Blade0351”
Our Guarantee
You will leave our Bootcamp knowing how to be a professional card counter. If not, you will get your money back.
Free Bootcamp Consult Call
Unsure if Bootcamp is right for you? Tap the button below and one of our Pros will connect with you for a free consult call.
What Graduates Say
“The weekend was well worth it… Many valuable nuggets of wisdom.”
— Coyote
“It’s no scam and it will definitely give you a better insight into the life of a card counter.”
— Anon Bootcamp Attendee
“My blackjack bootcamp experience was great.”
— Bucky
“Great experience to actually MEET the people that have taken millions from the casinos.”
— TheWalrus
“Bootcamp is a must for any person serious about advantage play as a business!”
— CJ
In my honest opinion, Bootcamp is totally worth it. It is invaluable to 100% know if you have a perfect game or to discover mistakes you might be making. Networking and learning extra AP plays is so beneficial.
— Anon Bootcamp Attendee Spring ’25
See more bootcamper feedback on our Bootcamp Testimonials page.
Our Pro Instructors Include
Colin
Founder of Blackjack Apprenticeship. He led The Church Team to $3.2M in casino wins (2006–2011) and authored The 21st Century Card Counter; he’s run our Vegas Bootcamps for 15+ years.
Joe748
Full‑time advantage player with over $1M in blackjack profit; BJA pro, podcast co‑host, and regular Bootcamp instructor known for high hours and discipline at the tables.
SD1
Professional advantage player and frequent co‑host on the BJA podcast; known for methodical bankroll management and pragmatic, repeatable card‑counting processes, on mic and at Bootcamps.
Nickels
Professional advantage player and BJA forum moderator; a go‑to resource for members on the practical realities of maintaining a strong counting game; regular Bootcamp pro/guest.
L_EC
High‑stakes advantage player who shares hard‑won lessons from a multi‑year pro run including grinding through a ~400‑hour downswing and what consistent execution in card counting actually looks like.
Stan Podolak
Full‑time advantage player who moved from a traditional career to counting for a living; he focuses on the day‑to‑day habits and decision‑making that sustain a winning counting game.
Spartan
Full‑time advantage player and long‑time Bootcamp pro; known for disciplined training, long road trips dedicated to finding strong counting conditions, and clear, actionable feedback in testouts.
JCnote
Long‑time professional advantage player, BJA forum admin, and Bootcamp pro; started at Bootcamp and is known for crystal‑clear, technical instruction for counters.
Loudon Ofton
The Church Team’s most successful card counter, a seasoned seven‑figure winner, and a frequent BJA contributor often cited as “the most feared card counter in Las Vegas.”
Special Guest Speakers
The special guest speaker is announced to registered Bootcampers a few weeks before each event. Topics include tax strategy for pros, surveillance counter‑measures, international AP travel, bankroll risk, team mechanics, and career longevity. Previous guest speakers have included:
Tommy Hyland — Blackjack Hall of Fame inductee and legendary card‑counting team leader with decades of results and leadership in professional blackjack.
John Chang — Blackjack Hall of Fame member and long‑time manager of the MIT Blackjack Team; renowned for team card counting at scale and rigorous training standards.
Richard Munchkin — Blackjack Hall of Fame member; author of Gambling Wizards and co‑host of Gambling With an Edge. A chronicler and mentor to generations of card counters.
Russ Fox — Long‑time advisor to professional card counters, widely referenced in the community and a frequent guest on Gambling With an Edge.
Andy Uyal — Author of Blackjack Insiders; a rare dual‑perspective voice who moved from the casino floor to card counting and back, sharing what matters for counters.
T. Dane — Author of Behind the Black Dome; brings a casino‑side perspective that helps card counters understand what casinos look for in counting situations.
What's My Investment?
Bootcamp Weekend Pricing
$3,499
DAY 1
Become an Expert
- Hands‑on Training
- Discover your Weaknesses
- Special Guest Speakers
- Maximize your Results
- Manage your Investment
DAY 2
Beyond the Game
- Advanced Blackjack Tactics
- Next‑level Card Counting
- Team Management
- Special Guest Speakers
- Blackjack as a Thriving Career
Reserve your seat at Bootcamp
Bootcamp Q&A
Las Vegas, at a private training house roughly 10 minutes from the Strip (e.g., near Bellagio). Flights and lodging are on you so you can choose what fits your budget.
No. Many attendees use comps, nearby hotels, or shared Airbnbs. Choose something quiet; avoid places with late‑night noise if you want to be sharp at training.
Perfect basic strategy, keep a running count while playing, and convert to true count. Deviations are nice‑to‑have; you can layer them in later.
Not required. It’s a marginal EV bump to add later. Start with solid full‑deck estimation; add half‑deck when you’re ready.
Two days. Cadence: lectures/strategy blocks, guest sessions, and ~6–7 hours of live dealing across the weekend. Includes a 1:1 test‑out with a Pro.
No. For efficiency and heat/database reasons we evaluate you on site. Structured dealing + 1:1 test‑out surface exactly where your game is at.
Catered lunch Saturday and dinner Sunday, plus snacks and drinks throughout (healthy and not‑so‑healthy options).
3–4 per year. Dates aren’t posted publicly. Use the Free Consult Call, and we’ll align you with the next available session.
You’re investing to train. Prioritize rest and focus. Light play if you must, but don’t trade EV at the tables for EV in your skill set.
Be thoughtful. Bootcamp can accelerate your learning and networking, but don’t crush your roll. Talk it through on a Free Consult Call, and we’ll give you a straight recommendation.