Trading Instructor
Sam Evans
Equities, Forex, E-mini Futures, Commodity Futures, Platform Immersion, Power Trading Workshop, Personal Trading Plan and XLT Instructor
After leaving University in 1999, Sam thrust himself into the media world, working as an executive producer and part-time
presenter for London's Capital FM. Roles in the record and film industry followed, where Sam conducted many promotional interviews
and honed his presentation skills for nearly 7 years. With a strong desire to work for himself, Sam left the media industry behind
and spent an intense 18 months studying to become a professional Life Coach, embarked on various property investments and gave in
to his childhood fascination with the money markets by training to become a trader with Online Trading Academy. Since his
graduation, he has been a full-time trader, specializing in Stock Index Futures and Forex.
Under the guidance and mentorship of some of Online Trading Academy's best instructors, Sam himself joined the teaching roster
and forged his own unique style of trading. A devoted student of the Market, Sam's focus is on strict risk management discipline,
combined with a realistic approach to understanding the true nature of Price Action. Fuelled by a passion for the markets, Sam now
teaches and presents for Online Trading Academy, welcoming and helping others into the rewarding world of trading.
What students are saying about Sam Evans:
"Sam is an amazing instructor. This was a powerful class. He gives individual attention. His classes are unique. If you ever get a
chance to take a class with him - just do it - it will change the way you look at the markets."
Harjap S., April 2011
"Sam was in excellent form - top notch."
Richard C., March 2011
"Sam Evans has an exceptional level of knowledge and his method of imparting this is second to none. I feel confident to embark on
the journey as a trader and would definitely consider future courses at Online Trading Academy. Having been to other courses, I was pleased to attend this
structured course and now look to the future of successful trading."
Jay C., December 2010
"Sam was fantastic - clear, passionate, patient, very knowledgeable and approachable. I feel that we were very lucky to have him for
this course."
Mike B., October 2010
"Sam Evans is a class act, the best course I have taken in trading."
James H., September 2010
"Sam Evans is really great teacher, especially in helping one to filter out a lot of things, and make trading their own. He is
humble, funny, honest, and caring -- but not enabling -- really makes one want to do their best."
Delores M., September 2010
"Sam Evans knows his stuff; his delivery and presentation of the course is one of the best. He is simple in his approach but
drives the point straight home."
Ola K., August 2010
"Sam made class "real" with a prodigious quantity of examples, recommendations, suggestions, advice, warnings, etc. Not just
academic but practical. Very valuable."
Ricardo R., August 2010
"Sam is very articulate and an asset to my future trading, good techniques, well controlled and made sure he carried all
students along with the simple examples so that you could understand his lecture. He is a very good instructor."
Bolasa H., June 2010
"The instructor (Sam Evans) had an amazing understanding of the markets and the tools that are required for successful
trading. He explained everything in great detail and covered the material. He gave a realistic picture of how trading works. A great course and
experience."
Luke M., June 2010
"Sam is a great teacher, and far more importantly a genuninely nice guy who really cares about his student's progress, and
therefore, puts in a huge amount of effort. You will learn a huge amount and really enjoy his FX class."
Humphrey C., May 2010
"Sam has delivered a fantastic course. His ability to make trading accessible for a relative novice is unique. Sam's
knowledge of the markets allows him to deliver a new level of practical understanding that has inspired me. Thank you."
Mark M., April 2010
"Sam was an excellent instructor, simple, clear, and passionate. I have come away very enthusiastic and feeling not only that
this can be done, but that it's even something that little ol' me will be able to do."
Simon H., April 2010
"Sam is brilliant. I have attended many trading courses, but this was by far the best. Sam is an excellent communicator,
making complex ideas easy to understand and providing us with simple, straightforward strategies to trade Forex markets. I cannot recommend Sam
highly enough. His patience in answering our many questions is a fantastic quality - thank you Sam. What a top bloke."
David S., April 2010
"Sam is a superb and caring instructor."
Ian S., February 2010
"Sam demonstrated excellent instructional technique and got all students fully involved in the course. He did an excellent
job - great energy and gave the class a real honest grounding in Forex."
Hugh O., December 2009
"Sam's delivery of the course material was first class. His ability to cut through all of the noise and focus on the really
important points made it relevant for beginners and experienced traders alike."
Julian M., December 2009
"Sam's an excellent instructor, his system is the most straight forward l have learned (read alot of books!). Sam made a very
complex subject easy to understand. Very good at communicating and finding different ways to explain the ideas. Sams insight and education has been
truly inspirational. I now look forward to producing profitable pips!"
James H., October 2009
"Sam Evans is that rare confluence of successful trader AND excellent teacher. Learning from such a passionate person has
been a true pleasure."
Nicholas F., October 2009
"Sam was excellent! He has a wonderful ability to explain and enthuse."
Nick K., August 2009
"Sam's enthusiasm and depth of knowledge made this class a fantastic journey. I have made huge leaps forwards in my
understanding of the all important BIG picture, in multiple time frame analysis. Especially its impact on current price action and its relevance to
past price structures. Thank you very much Sam."
Andy H., August 2009
"The enjoyed the energy Sam Evans radiated on the class. His ability to communicate is outstanding."
Phillip C., July 2009
"Perfect course, perfect content and perfect instructor. With what I have learned this week I would
thoroughly recommend that anyone who has not done a course with Sam Evans sign on immediately. The knowledge and support given
during this course was superb."
Push D., July 2009
"It's always easy to say this was the best ever class, just because it's the most recent, I have been
fortunate to be taught by some excellent people already at Online Trading Academy, but I can say this was the best and that was
due to Sam's delivery of the material."
Nick BJ., July 2009
"Sam shows passion, knowledge, care for the students, honesty, interactiveness and repetition of key
points."
Lilia S., July 2009
"I enjoyed the hands-on experience during the class, and sharing in the experience of an enthusiastic and
committed instructor. Anyone who would like to pick the brain of an experienced trader should really attend Sam’s class."
Bernard S., July 2009
"The class was excellent for anyone who really wants to learn the practical aspect of trading. Sam holds
nothing back. The best class I have ever attended in my 30 year career as a trader. Sam Evans is the most passionate and helpful
trainer ever. Amazing class. If you don't get 'it' after this class - then pack your things and go home. This is THE course to
attend. Worth every penny of the cost and more! So many amazing strategies and the real inside info on what trading is really all
about at the cutting right hand edge."
Harjap, July 2009
"Sam’s knowledge, enthusiasm, and the ability to convey the knowledge is first rate. This is NOT another
theory course but a course where the instructor really wants to pass on the knowledge of how to learn from the market."
Steve G., July 2009
"Sam is great in three aspects, he shares his knowledge and experience of how he became a successful
trader, he keeps it simple, and motivates students to help them stay on track by helping them develop the right mental attitude to
persist on their trading journey. Highly recommended !!!"
Ibrahim, June 2009
"Sam is an inspirational instructor and not only teaches great low risk trading strategy set-ups, but has
clearly has a great insight into reading the market sentiment."
David B., June 2009
"I got out of the class exactly what I wanted. Sam's delivery was excellent and has given me confidence
that I am going in the right direction."
David B., June 2009
"Sam was an excellent teacher. He answered all my questions very comprehensively and his enthusiasm for
trading is infectious."
Martin C., June 2009
"Sam's enthusiasm, method of teaching, and knowledge is excellent. It has been a pleasure to be in his
classes and I would recommend his course to all."
Rosemary B., February 2009
"Sam is a very patient and good instructor and we are grateful for his breaking down of information into
simple, everyday language, as well as his patience in answering the same questions over and over. I am convinced that ANYONE (both
novice and intermediate students) can learn from Sam's style of teaching."
Lorraine T., February 2009
"A wonderful take on a subject that could have been made so complex. Sam really knew his business! "
Paul S., February 2009
"Sam is an excellent instructor, both enthusiastic & passionate about his subject, plus clear, concise and
able to deliver complex information in an understandable format."
Peter G., February 2009
2008
"Instructor was inspiring and charismatic. His own way of trading not necessarily the Online Trading
Academy training manual way. Instructor is an active trader (during the class) which was important."
Nick P., December 2008
"I thoroughly enjoyed Sam’s course and feel quite confident that with some practice I will be able to put
all plans into full use to be profitable. I actually made over 8% of my starting money in one day!! I felt elated!!"
Ian K., December 2008