Review: Winning PLO Tournaments by Christopher Frank (Is it Worth $1,497?)
Introduction: The $2 Million Proof
Most poker coaches teach because they can no longer beat the highest stakes. They sell you a “winning formula” from 2018 while they grind mid-stakes.
Christopher Frank is not most coaches.
In total, he has won over $6 million in live tournaments. In May 2024, Frank didn’t just play the $100,000 Triton PLO Main Event in Montenegro; he shipped it for a staggering $2,008,910. He beat the toughest field in the world to prove, definitively, that he is one of the best Pot Limit Omaha tournament players on the planet.
But here is the secret he knows (and that you might suspect): PLO tournaments are the softest games in the ecosystem.
They are filled with two types of “dead money”:
- Hold’em Pros who understand ICM but have terrible Pot Limit Omaha fundamentals.
- PLO Cashgame players who crush postflop but punt their stacks on the bubble because they don’t understand tournament survival.
Winning PLO Tournaments is the first elite-level Pot Limit Omaha course specifically designed to bridge this gap. We audited the 20+ hour curriculum to see if this poker course is just a victory lap for Frank, or a replicable system for PLO players to dominate their fields.
The Instructor: Why Christopher Frank is a Unicorn
To crush PLO MTTs, you need a rare combination of skills that almost no one has.
- Pure PLO players are often terrible at ICM (Independent Chip Model). They take “Cash Game lines” that destroy their tournament ROI.
- Pure NLHE players are often terrible at PLO mechanics. They play too loose preflop and get lost on dynamic turns.
Christopher Frank is a “hybrid beast.” He boasts over $2.5 million in online profit from high-stakes No-Limit MTTs before he switched his focus to PLO.
This matters because Winning PLO Tournaments isn’t just about hand rankings. It’s about applying PLO tournament strategy through the lens of a world-class tournament professional. Endorsed by JNandez, this Pot Limit Omaha course combines the solver-approved theory of the PLO Mastermind with the street-smart survival instincts of a live champion.
Why Cash Game Players Are Dead Money in Tournaments
If you are a PLO cashgame grinder, this might hurt to hear: Your “Cash Game Mindset” is costing you money.
In cash games, you are trained to take every spot that is +0.1 BB/100. If you bust, you reload. In tournaments, you cannot reload.
Frank’s Pot Limit Omaha course dedicates massive sections to de-programming these habits. He explains why folding a +cEV spot is often the correct play when “Bubble Factor” and ICM pressure are high.
Most cash players view this as “playing scared.” Frank views it as “playing for ROI.” This PLO course teaches you exactly when to switch gears from “Chip Accumulation” (Cash Game Mode) to “Stack Preservation” (Tournament Mode), a skill that separates the players who min-cash from the players who win trophies.
Module Breakdown: Deconstructing the Syllabus
The curriculum is split into specific pillars designed to turn you into a complete tournament weapon.
Phase 1: Preflop Principles (Stack Depth Matters) In a cash game, you are almost always 100bb deep. In a tournament, you are playing 40bb, 20bb, or even 12bb. This module teaches you how your opening ranges must shift drastically based on stack depth. You will learn why hands that are “opens” in cash are “folds” in tournaments when you are shallow.
Phase 2: The “Smart Aggression” System This is Frank’s signature style. It isn’t about being a maniac; it’s about “Controlled Aggression.” You learn how to apply maximum pressure on capped ranges without spewing your stack. This is the difference between a “laggy fish” and a “scary reg.”
Phase 3: ICM Mastery (The ROI Maker) This is the core value proposition of the entire Pot Limit Omaha course. Frank breaks down ICM for PLO. He shows you the math behind folding the near-nuts on final tables to ladder up for massive pay jumps. If you have ever punted a final table because you “had to call,” this module alone will pay for this poker course.
Phase 4: Bounty & PKO Edge Most modern online schedules are dominated by PKOs (Progressive Knockout tournaments). The math in PLO PKOs is wildly different from NLHE. Frank teaches you exactly how wide to call off for a bounty, a critical piece of modern PLO tournament strategy.
The Tools: PLO Trainer MTT Power Pack (Bonus)
Theory is great, but you need to drill it. As a massive bonus, Winning PLO Tournaments includes 3 months of access to the PLO Trainer MTT Power Pack.
- What you get: 51 preflop MTT solutions covering 6-max, 8-max, and specifically ICM ranges.
- Why it helps: You can stop guessing. You can look up exactly what a “15bb Jamming Range” looks like from the Button.
- Integration: Frank teaches the why in the videos, and the PLO Trainer allows you to practice the what until it becomes muscle memory.
Pricing & ROI: The $1,497 Elephant in the Room
Let’s address the price tag. $1,497 is a significant investment. It is not cheap.
However, you need to view this through the lens of ROI (Return on Investment).
- Lifetime Access: Unlike the standard PLO Mastermind subscription where you lose access if you stop paying, you own this Pot Limit Omaha course forever.
- The “One Bink” Rule: If you play mid-stakes tournaments ($50 – $200 buy-ins), one single final table result often covers the entire cost of this poker course.
- Career Investment: If you are serious about transitioning to tournaments professionally, you cannot compete against solvers using “feel.” The field is getting tougher. This course is the shortcut to elite competence.
If you are a micro-stakes player, this is overkill. But for anyone grinding low, mid or high stakes, the $1,497 is just the cost of doing business.
Who Is This PLO Course For? (And Who Should Skip It)
Buy this if:
- You are a PLO cashgame player tired of busting tournaments deep because you don’t understand ICM.
- You are a NLHE tournament pro looking to transition to the “Great Game” for softer fields.
- You play low, mid or high stakes ($50+ buy-ins) and want a definitive, solver-backed roadmap.
Skip this if:
- You play $5 tournaments (Stick to the basic PLO Mastermind membership).
- You only play cash games and have no interest in MTTs.
Verdict: The Best Pot Limit Omaha Course for MTTs?
There are dozens of courses for Cash Game PLO. There are almost zero elite courses for Tournament PLO.
Winning PLO Tournaments fills that void with authority. Christopher Frank doesn’t just teach theory; he teaches you how to win. The combination of his $2M live experience, the focus on ICM, and the integration with the PLO Trainer makes this the gold standard for anyone serious about tournament poker.
Final Call: If you want to stop guessing on the bubble and start collecting trophies, this is the blueprint you need.
FAQs
Are specialized PLO courses included in the PLO Mastermind membership? No. Your standard membership covers the general library. Winning PLO Tournaments is a standalone, premium Pot Limit Omaha course that requires a one-time purchase for lifetime access.
Is this course suitable for PLO cash game players? Yes. In fact, it is designed for them. It specifically bridges the gap between PLO cashgame skills and the unique survival demands of tournament play, teaching you the adjustments needed to succeed.
Is the PLO Trainer included forever? No. You get a 3-month bonus access to the PLO Trainer MTT ranges. After that, you would need a separate subscription if you want to keep using the software (though you keep the video course forever).
What skill level do I need? This is an intermediate-to-advanced PLO course. You should already know the basics of Pot Limit Omaha. The poker course focuses on high-level tournament concepts, not on teaching you what a “wrap” is.
Is this Pot Limit Omaha course updated? Yes. Christopher Frank and the PLO Mastermind team provide updates, and since you have lifetime access, you will receive any new modules added to the course in the future.
Overview of all Pot Limit Omaha courses:
Starter Courses
- 4-Card PLO 30-Day Course Review
- 4-Card PLO From The Ground Up Course Review
- 5-Card PLO 30-Day Course Review
- 5-Card PLO From The Ground Up Course Review
Advanced Courses
- PLO Mastermind 6-Max Cash Game Course Review
- Solving The PLO Puzzle Course Review
- 6-Card PLO Blueprint Course Review
