I did attend the free class at their Burnaby location after learning about it on Facebook. Unfortunately, you don't learn anything about trading in this free class. The presenters talk about how they got into trading, the high fees charged by financial advisors, and I do remember one of the speakers talking about the current level of the S&P index and how investors need to prepare for a possible market correction. I'm not an expert on trading, but I do feel comfortable managing and self-directing my TFSA and RRSP accounts. I have also watched documentaries like "Inside Job" and read articles on investing from the Globe and Mail and BNN Bloomberg. Once again, I'm not an expert, but I do feel like I have enough of the basics, and I can hold a conversation on financial related topics. In my opinion, the free class targets people who have no knowledge about the markets, trading, and the different asset classes. After the free class is over, the idea is for you to sign-up for another class that costs $300. You still won't learn how to trade in the $300 class. I believe the $300 class is about building a foundation on financial markets. The actual trading course was quoted at $27,000 after I attended a private meeting and asked what the real cost would be to learn their system. At the end of the day, it wasn't for me. Here are some of the red flags for me. -Their computers at the time, 2 years ago, were old. Operating on Windows XP. -One presenter told me you could invest up to $100 000 learning about their courses but didn't share anything specific on what he learned. I wondered why these people were at the presentation if they were doing well trading on their own, yet trying to sell you on buying these expensive courses. -Overall, the presenters seemed sketchy to me. No one was dressed well. Cheap attire. If you go to an MBA conference, the presenters are wearing Canali, Zegna, and dress to a high standard. -For me, there are better things to do with $27 000, like putting the money towards a down payment for real estate, going to a REAL school to get your MBA or invest into RBC, Fortis or Telus stocks. -A lot of the positive reviews are too generic. Nothing specific is mentioned. -When I scheduled for a private meeting, I passed by one of their actual classes and only 4 students were taking the class. They were senior residents. With very few students, I didn't feel confident that it was a successful program. read more

Is my believe working with the right people is a key part to success, then OTA Vancovuer is the place you want to make your investment in to learn how to be a trader the right way. The commitment to your success is paramount to everyone in this organization & it shows, the staff, the teachers & the tools they offer to ensure your success is all here. If you're committed to your success as a trader & are willing to put in the work & the time then you are at the right place. Is only expensive if you see it as an expense & not as an investment to your success. read more

This is a right place to learn how to trade stocks in the right way. This is right time for you to take care of your own investment.The instructors are fantastically great. These top-class level professionals take you seriously and teach you patiently and show you how to gain huge profits from the super crazy BEAR market now step by step. Finally, you know how stocks/forex/futures market runing and grasp the money from the market to put into your pocket. The vancouver center staff are super friendly and supportive. Highly recommend!!!!!! read more

I had no previous experience in the financial markets and I was worried that I wouldn't be able to keep up with the adept student. But I'm so blessed to have worked with my instructor, Nikki Sitze. She has the energy and passion for trading, combined with patience to work with a novice like myself. The week long course was composed of analysis, theory and simulated/live trading. This model grew my knowledge, experience and confidence with every trade. I'm very happy with my decision to learn with Online Trading Academy. read more

In terms of teachers and support staff... Excellent. They really want to help you understand the financial systems and achieve your financial goals. I've been looking for this type of education everywhere and this is the best. Extremely resourceful, there is so much content very well organized and structured to teach you concisely. Seems like everyone there is to support you and patiently help you on your journey. read more

I started down a path of great new opportunities with OTA. I have taken my classes at the Vancouver centre and have been very impressed with the level of education. In particular I would like to thank Nikki Sitze who taught my Forex class. Thank you Nikki for your what you bring to the OTA students. Your high energy and enthusiasm is impressive! Your played a huge part in my future! Klaas vdW read more

Had a great time in all classes at OTA Vancouver campus. I'm glad that I made a smart decision to become an OTA student. OTA provides valuable information for people who has a desire to improve their quality of life in regards to manage their own money and wealth! Just finish the Forex class last week with Reginald Ringgold, super instructor and very knowledgeable, definitely recommend! read more

I'm delighted of what I have learned from the Core Strategy course this week with Nikki Sitze. Nikki is a great instructor she explains the course materials very well and provides lots of real examples. I am confident that I can follow my trade plan and be successful at trading after this course. I must attest OTA has made a believer out of a non-believer like me. Nick T. read more

OTA is an amazing experience. It gives you a trading edge that cant be beat. All the instructors being their experience to the table and you can learn from their mistakes. I have taken both Core Strategy, as-well as the Forex. Both instructors were very helpful and I would recommend Online Trading Academy to anyone to want to take control of their financial lives! read more

I was sceptical when I started and hesitant at the cost but I can say that OTA has wildly exceeded all of my expectations. I went from a desire to trade to being a full on trader. They didn't just teach me the knowledge they taught me the application of knowledge and how to give myself a high probability of profitable trades. You HAVE to check it out for yourself read more

Awesome training acedemy with super helpful staff. They try and understand your needs and wants and guide you the right way. Instructors and assistants don't expect you to know it the first time so you have to be honest and ask for repeated help that comes readily until you say you got it. I love it. read more

I'm really happy to have been a student in OTA's Professional Trader - Part 1 & 2 classes. Everything from the preparation to follow up has been top notch. I'm looking forward to putting my new skill to work and continuing my education with OTA. Thanks to everybody in the Community for their input! read more

OTA was great, took all their courses last year and was very happy with how they ran everything. Favourite class was Futures. Instructors were very knowledgable, the way they showed us live trades during class was great. I would definitely recommend OTA to anyone who wants to trade the markets. read more

This is my second time taking core strategy course and I like my both teachers a lot. My English language is not perfect to get all the materials and teachers and staff care about me. I've asked two of my friends to join the class and they already have registered. Thanks Alik read more

If you really want to learn to trade and learn how the financial markets work, this is the place to be! Amazing instructors and student support services who take a genuine interest in your success! read more

This place is a gem. If you want to take charge of your financial destiny, you should start right here.