The Ultimate Card Magic Guide for Beginners

Magic Tricks and Principles explained.

Created byMichael Kitchener

Last updated 1/2025

English

What you'll learn

Fundamental Methods, Techniques and Principles of magic.
Over 10 Tricks with the ability to create their own ones with the knowledge they will gain from the course.
They will develop their presentation skills and create a new level of confidence.
An incredible skill that they will have for life.

Course content

2 sections • 20 lectures • 1h 52m total length

Introduction- please read.0:01
Magic resources and videos0:01

How to hold the playing cards4:32
Week 1- Techniques and methods

How to hold the cards and the standard over hand shuffle.
Key card method and trick12:49
This video gives you a demonstration of what a key card is and a few different methods to apply it in a trick.
Table spread and Table false cut3:10
This video shows you the technique to be able to perform a table spread flawlessly.
Bank robbers Trick5:14
This trick is going to allow you to place three cards into the deck and bring them back to the top within an instant.
How to perform the Table riffle4:14
The table riffle is a fundamental shuffle to be able to do on a mat to show off your card handling skills.
Hindu Force with Trick5:27
This effect allows you to perform a trick with loads of endings, the only thing stopping you from creating more tricks with this technique is your imagination.
Sandwhich overhand Shuffle2:38
This is a pivotal card control that you can use in plenty of tricks. Including the next one.
In Hand Triumph Trick7:59
A great demonstration and adaptation of Dai Vernon's Triumph. This method allows Triumph to exist in the hands.
How to perform the Spread Force2:15
This is a great way to force a card without the spectator knowing what has just been done.
Genesis Trick13:26
This is an adapted version of the first ever trick I learnt. It's a great one to show your friends after practicing all of the steps thoroughly.
How to force a selected card from a straight cut6:28
An easy but deceptive force, that requires lots of presentation to pull it off. But it's worth it.
Betting game Trick6:32
A Fun engaging effect that Uses a principle you have already learned.
How to perform the Swing Cut2:39
A nice flourish to mix up the cards.
Double lift Trick and method11:02
One of the most fundamental effects in card magic. Used by the likes of David Blaine and every other street magician after him.
How to perform the Charlier Cut5:23
The step up to all of the cuts you've learned before. This one will test your determination and persistence.
In hand Monte Trick9:06
A foundation for my standup routines, that warrants great reactions every time.
How to perform A Riffle and a Bridge5:35
Maybe... Just maybe the most satisfying noise cards can make.
The snap change4:07
How to perform the snap change an easy, low barrier to entry colour change.

Requirements

Just a deck of cards and a want to learn Magic

Description

Hi my name is Michael Kitchener, I am going to be your magic teacher for the next 8 weeks!

"The Illusion of Magic is like a rainbow. You can see it, witness it but alas it is merely an illusion of the eye"- Garrett Thomas.

I have been performing Magic for 4 years now and in that time, I have acquired a breadth of knowledge to help you the learner shortcut some of the techniques and methods it took me ages to figure out.

By the end of this course you will be able to handle cards like an experienced magician, alongside at least 10 tricks that you are going to learn you will be the new favourite among your peers with this new skill. And maybe, just maybe you could start developing your own ideas on how to perform magic yourself.

I perform close-up magic that can happen right in front of someone's eyes that gets the best reactions. From being able to change a playing card in someone's hands to reading their mind you will have the tools to do just that in this course that I have created for you, the beginner!

I look forward to seeing you thrive as a magician in training.

This course is to be purchased by adults, and to supervise your children whilst learning from the course.

Who this course is for:

Any Beginner in card magic, suitable for children ages 10+ (to be purchased and supervised by parents at all times)

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