Frequently Asked Questions

Day trading and swing trading are two different approaches with distinct characteristics:

Day Trading

• Positions opened and closed within the same trading day
• Requires constant monitoring and quick decisions
• Uses smaller stop losses and profit targets
• More time-intensive but provides quicker feedback
• Typically uses 1-15 minute charts

Swing Trading:

• Positions held for several days to weeks
• Focuses on larger price movements and trends
• Requires patience and larger stop losses
• Less time-intensive, suitable for part-time traders
• Typically uses daily and 4-hour charts Choose the style that best fits your schedule, risk tolerance, and trading personality.

Managing risk in volatile markets requires a multi-layered approach: 

Position Sizing

• Never risk more than 1-2% of account per trade
• Reduce position sizes during high volatility periods
• Use proper position sizing calculators

Stop Loss Management

• Set stops based on market structure, not dollar amounts
• Use wider stops during volatile periods
• Consider time-based stops for overnight positions

Market Selection

• Focus on liquid markets with tight spreads
• Avoid trading during major news events unless experienced
• Monitor VIX and other volatility indicators 

Mental Preparation

• Have a clear trading plan before market open
• Accept that some days are better for staying out
• Keep detailed trading records to learn from mistakes

Yes...Kinda of

We have live trade alerts for option traders. These trade alerts are provided via private Slack channels.

• Amy Meissner's A14 Trade Alerts
• Mark Fenton's Income Trade Alerts
• Tomas Byron's ATM Weekly Options Trade Alerts and Elephant Shield Trade Alerts

We live stream on Tue, Wed and Thu at the market open for about an hour to 90-minutes

• See our live meeting schedule
• View our YouTube live stream

Getting started with futures trading involves several key steps:

1) Education - Learn the fundamentals through our courses and workshops
2) Account Setup - Open a futures trading account with a qualified broker
3) Paper Trading - Practice with simulated trading before risking real money
4) Risk Management - Develop and stick to a solid risk management plan
5) Start Small - Begin with smaller position sizes as you gain experience

We recommend starting with our Futures Trading Fundamentals course and then progressing to our live trading workshops.

The minimum amount varies by broker and contract type, but generally you'll need $1,000-$5,000 for day trading futures. However, we recommend starting with at least $10,000-$25,000 to properly manage risk.

Remember that futures trading involves leverage, so you can control large contract values with relatively small margin requirements. This amplifies both profits and losses, making proper risk management essential.

Futures trading involves several key risks:

• Leverage Risk - Small price movements can result in large gains or losses
• Market Risk - Markets can move against your position quickly
• Liquidity Risk - Some contracts may have limited trading volume
• Overnight Risk - Positions held overnight can gap significantly at opening

Our risk management courses teach you how to identify, measure, and control these risks effectively.

We focus on the most liquid and actively traded futures markets:

**Stock Index Futures:**
• E-mini S&P 500 (ES) - Most popular for beginners
• E-mini Nasdaq (NQ) - Great for tech-focused trading
• E-mini Dow (YM) - Lower margin requirements

**Energy Futures:**
• Crude Oil (CL) - High volatility, good profit potential
• Natural Gas (NG) - Seasonal trading opportunities

**Metals Futures:**
• Gold (GC) - Popular safe-haven asset
• Silver (SI) - Higher volatility than gold

**Agricultural Futures:**
• Corn, Wheat, Soybeans - Seasonal patterns

We provide specific strategies and techniques for each market type, helping you understand their unique characteristics and optimal trading approaches.

Yes! Technical analysis is a core component of our trading education. We cover:

**Chart Patterns:**
• Support and resistance levels
• Trend lines and channels
• Reversal and continuation patterns
• Volume analysis

**Technical Indicators:**
• Moving averages and their applications
• RSI, MACD, and momentum indicators
• Custom indicators for futures trading
• How to avoid indicator overload

**Price Action Trading:**
• Reading pure price movement
• Candlestick patterns and interpretation
• Market structure analysis
• Multiple timeframe analysis

**Market Profile:**
• Understanding value areas
• Volume-based analysis
• Auction market theory

Our Advanced Technical Analysis course provides comprehensive training in all these areas with real-market examples.

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Our course videos are designed for online streaming only and cannot be downloaded for offline viewing. This helps us:

• Protect our intellectual property
• Ensure you always have access to updated content
• Provide the best possible streaming quality
• Maintain our course licensing agreements

You can access videos 24/7 from any device with an internet connection. Our video player also remembers where you left off in each lesson.

We primarily teach using NinjaTrader, which is excellent for futures trading with advanced charting, strategy development, and order management capabilities.

Other popular platforms include:
• TradingView - Great for charting and analysis
• ThinkOrSwim - Comprehensive platform from TD Ameritrade
• CQG - Professional-grade platform for serious traders

The platform choice depends on your specific needs, but NinjaTrader offers the best combination of features for serious futures traders.

Yes! We provide several custom trading tools and indicators:

• Goldilocks Autotrader - Automated trading system
• Simple Price Pattern Autotrader - Pattern recognition tool
• Custom NinjaTrader indicators
• Risk management calculators
• Position sizing tools

These tools are available to students enrolled in our advanced courses and are designed to work seamlessly with NinjaTrader.