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Learn to Play Omaha Poker (Page 1 of 2)
Below is a general explanation on how to play Omaha Poker. The basic rules for all Omaha variants are the same, with the exception of the different betting structures between them. More details on these different betting structures follow.
In Limit games, the big blind is the same as the small bet, and the small blind is typically half of the size of the big blind but may be larger depending on the stakes. For example, in a $2/$4 Limit game the small blind is $1 and the big blind is $2. In a $15/$30 Limit game, the small blind is $10 and the big blind is $15.
In Pot Limit and No Limit games, the games are referred to by the size of their blinds (for example, a $1/$2 Omaha game has a small blind of $1 and a big blind of $2).
Betting then commences from the player to the left of the big blind.
Now, each player receives their four hole cards. Betting action proceeds clockwise around the table, starting with the player under the gun (immediately clockwise from the big blind).
In Omaha, as with other forms of poker, the available actions are “fold”, “check”, “bet”, “call” or “raise”. Exactly which options are available depends on the action taken by the previous players. Each poker player always has the option to fold, to discard their cards and give up any interest in the pot. If nobody has yet made a bet, then a player may either check (decline to bet, but keep their cards), or bet. If a player has bet, then subsequent players can fold, call or raise. To call is to match the amount the previous player has bet. To raise is to not only match the previous bet, but to also increase it.
After seeing his or her hole cards, each player now has the option to play his or her hand by calling or raising the big blind. The action begins to the left of the big blind, which is considered a live bet on this round. That player has the option to fold, call or raise. For example, if the big blind was $2, it would cost $2 to call, or at least $4 to raise. Action then proceeds clockwise around the table.
Note: The betting structure varies with different variations of the game. Explanations of the betting action in Limit Hold’em, No Limit Hold’em, and Pot Limit Hold’em can be found below.
Betting continues on each betting round until all active players (who have not folded) have placed equal bets in the pot.
After the first round of betting is complete, the “flop” is dealt face-up on the board. The flop is the first three community cards available to all active players. Play begins with the active player immediately clockwise from the button. In Limit Omaha, all bets and raises occur in increments of the small bet (for example, $2 in a $2/$4 game).
When betting action is completed for the flop round, the “turn” is dealt face-up on the board. The turn is the fourth community card in an Omaha game. Play begins with the active player immediately clockwise from the button. In Limit Omaha, bets and raises on the turn are in increments of the big bet (for example, $4 in a $2/$4 game).
Review Of Santa Anita Racetrack
Santa Anita Racetrack is a world-class racing facility. Horse racing does not is not as popular as it use to be or not as flare as in the past, however, Santa Anita Racetrack seems to be one of the frontrunners in setting the bar in quality race horse racing.
In terms of the horse racing, Santa Anita Racetrack offers the best. Always expect to see very good horses to race here on a regular basis. You will see lots of stakes races, and the quality of the horses is one of the reasons why I visit Santa Anita Racetrack often. Besides, I only live a few mile from Santa Anita Racetrack. I visit the track just about every weekend that horse racing takes place at Santa Anita Racetrack.
No matter where you are in the park you have a great view of the races all while surrounded by beautiful mountains and sky. And to top it off, the prices at Santa Anita Racetack are cheap($5/person) to get in at Santa Anita Racetrack. Santa Anita Racetrack has plenty of space on the grounds and in the bleachers for general admission and lots of “not as bad as you would imagine” food, and pretty surprisingly stiff drinks.
Santa Anita Racetrack has a history that makes this place great. There is a certain buzz about the place because of its history.
In addition, the venue is pretty big. Expect to do some walking if you are the type that enjoys to look at the horses at the paddock and walking circle, as I do, then make it back to your box seat. Therefore, I suggest that you wear comfortable shoes.
The one major disadvantage it seems like there are not enough betting stations to meet the amount of people that go here as compared to other racetracks that I have visited.
In addition, the valet service is great here. Good service and good value. However, it really is not needed at Santa Anita Racetrack.
I like the clubhouse at Santa Anita Racetrack and always use the side entrance to access the clubhouse directly. As far as I am concerned, this is the best way to get a seat. Also remember to make box seat reservations well in advance for the Big Cap Day and Santa Anita Derby.
Santa Anita Racetrack does require that you must wear suit if you are in the Turf Club. It is only $20 for the Turf Club. Other racetracks usually run you up to $40 for the turf club. A Turf Club visit is always good if you have a date or feel like being classy for the day.
One of my favorite parts of the Santa Anita Racetrack is the paddock and walking ring. This is where you will see the well-groomed scenery, and statues of previous Santa Anita Derby jockey silks. One of the things that stand out to me is the statue of Seabiscuit in the middle of the walking ring. Either way, I feel this is one of the most beautiful parts of the racetrack, and you really get to stand really close to the horses before they head down the tunnel and into the main track.
Overall, given the history of the Santa Anita Racetrack, this continues to be one of the brighter stars in horse racing venues in the west coast. With Santa Anita Racetrack being so popular, expect to run into issues where big crowds play a role – so expect that there be long lines for service-related aspects of visiting the racetrack.