(Sneak Peek) Lab 2.0 is Your Path to Poker Mastery
Ready to destroy weaker recreational players and come out on top against your fellow regulars?
Upswing Lab 2.0 (coming September 8th) will teach you how to do both while providing you with a clear path to poker mastery.
Taught by high-stakes crusher and world-class poker coach Uri Peleg, this course takes you from wherever you are today and puts you on the path to becoming one of the top players in your games—a menace at the table every time you sit down.
Read on to see everything that’s included in Lab 2.0. I’ve included a few sneak peek videos at the end as well.
The Lab has been completely rebuilt and re-imagined to help you become the best player at any table. Join the waitlist now to get first-in-line alerts and exclusive sneak peeks.
More About Uri Peleg and the Lab 2.0 Team
Uri has been beating high-stakes online poker for over a decade, and his coaching has guided some of the biggest winners in the game today.
His students include players like Barak Wisbrod, the top winner on GG Poker just a couple years ago, and Owen Messere, who took down Coin Poker’s Cash Game World Championship in early 2025—beating the likes of LLinusLLove, DavyJones, Barak himself, and a roster of longtime crushers.
Uri’s gift is meeting players where they are and helping them level up—fast. He’s done it with countless players for his world-feared Guerrilla Poker stable.
And thanks to the Lab 2.0, you now have access to that same roadmap.
What’s Inside Lab 2.0?
Lab 2.0 contains hundreds of training videos from Uri and the all-star team of Lab 2.0 pros he’s assembled.
Uri built the curriculum and learning map, then tasked himself and the Lab 2.0 team with creating the content to fill out that map. He also took the best of the best content from the original Lab and included it in the new learning map.
(There’s also a bonus course called Max Exploit Academy from Avery “PlayItSmart” Nitkin, which will see new chapters released weekly for the next few months.)
Whether you’re building from a solid foundation or looking to leap into the high-stakes arena, this is the most comprehensive training program ever created. From practical fundamentals to elite-level exploits, the Lab 2.0 covers every angle of the modern game.
Here’s a look at what you get:
- The Launch Pad, covering fundamental strategies and player archetypes.
- The Mastery Path with high-level content for players ready to break through to the next tier.
- Max Exploit Academy, an incredible course by Avery “PlayItSmart” Nitkin that will be released throughout the rest of 2025.
- Live coaching sessions every week with concurrent live Q&As inside of Discord. Speaking of Discord, you also get…
- Discord strategy group access with an engaged group of coaches who are ready to help you get better.
- Preflop charts for every common game type inside the Preflop Prodigy app.
- Winning strategies for both cash games and tournaments, applicable to live and online play alike.
Let’s run through what your experience will be like, step-by-step, inside Lab 2.0.
The Launch Pad
It’s too easy to start a program and find the early stages are a bit too basic for where you’re at. Now, you’re stuck spending extra time figuring out where you should actually begin, right?
Not this time.
With Upswing Lab 2.0’s placement quiz, there’s no guesswork. Just answer a few quick questions and you’ll be dropped right into the most relevant part of the Launch Pad learning map.
Speaking of which, here’s what that looks like:
You’ll get a lot of value as you work your way through a fully completed Launch Pad map
Here’s where the basic leads into the advanced. This is what you’ll find:
- Level 1: Terms & Concepts
- Level 2: Quick Wins
- Level 3: Preflop Strategy
- Level 4: Postflop Strategy
- Level 5: Intro to Solvers
- Level 6: Playing Soft Games
- Live Cash Launch Pad
- Online Cash Launch Pad
- Tournament Launch Pad
Once you’ve worked your way through the core (or if you just can’t wait to peek behind the curtain) you’ll move on to the Advanced Mastery Path:
The Mastery Path
This is where the strategies get really juicy.
The Mastery Path is built to look like a skill tree in a video game.
Would you like to build out your exploit skills or game theory knowledge today? Or maybe you just want to watch coaches go to work at the tables. Those are your options in the Mastery Path.
It’s broken into three categories: Game Theory, Exploit, and Play & Explains. Game Theory and Play & Explains each have sub-branches for tournaments and cash.
Max Exploit Academy
Avery “PlayItSmart” Nitkin will also be releasing content weekly through his Max Exploit Academy—the best work on exploitative poker you’ll find anywhere.
This is arguably the best value inside Lab 2.0.
Weekly Live Coaching Sessions
Every week, one of the talented Lab 2.0 pros will live stream a coaching session.
The topics and formats of these live coaching sessions will vary, but there will always be live interaction with the coach happening inside of Discord.
We’ll share a public Google Calendar with the live schedule after launch, but the very first session will be live streamed on the Upswing Poker YouTube on August 18th at noon PT.
Preflop Prodigy App
This awesome app is actually free, but you get many additional sets of ranges when you sign up for Lab 2.0.
Preflop Prodigy includes ranges for tournaments, cash games, heads-up play, and a wide variety of open sizes, 3-bet sizings, and stack depths. It’s easy to use from any device with an internet connection.
This tool even covers specialized formats like ClubWPT Gold, where antes and straddles significantly change preflop dynamics from your standard six-handed, two-blind games.
Community & Support
You don’t have to go it alone.
Lab 2.0 members get access to Upswing’s private Discord server, where you can ask questions, discuss strategies, and connect with fellow grinders working through the same content. Whether you’re clarifying a concept from Uri’s videos or swapping notes on Avery’s latest Max Exploit drop, there’s always someone sharp to bounce ideas off of.
As the Lab 2.0 grows, so will the Discord—expect more discussion, more insight, and more opportunities to level up alongside serious players.
There’s also a member blog section, reminiscent of the old school “Poker Goals & Challenges” forum on Two Plus Two, where you can share your progress and follow along with others.
Sneak Peek Videos
Want a taste of what you’re getting into?
Check out these sneak peek videos from the Lab 2.0.
How to Play Pocket Kings
Here’s a sneak peek from one of the early sections of the course (Level 2 – Quick Wins).
Uri Peleg Plays $5/$10 and $10/$20
There is perhaps no better way to improve than by watching a top player execute at the table. Lab 2.0 includes loads of Play & Explain videos, including this one from the Mastery Path.
3-Betting Exploits
This video is from the Exploit branch of the Mastery Path skill tree. It was made by high stakes pro Tim Jenkins, who is one of the best players/coaches you probably haven’t heard of.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does the Upswing Lab 2.0 Cost?
The Upswing Lab 2.0 costs $99/month, or you can lock in a full year for $699—that’s a 40% savings over the monthly rate.
If you prefer something in the middle, you can also go with the 6-month plan for $399, saving you 33% compared to paying month-to-month.
If you’re eligible to play on ClubWPT Gold (most US states), you also get bonus Sweeps Coins when you sign up and every time you renew.
Does the Lab 2.0 Contain Valuable Content for Advanced Players?
Absolutely.
While the Lab 2.0 includes foundational material for newer players, it’s designed with advanced players in mind. The structure allows you to skip straight to high-level content and expand your knowledge base with practical tactics used by high-stakes players like Uri Peleg and his protégés.
If you’re already solid, this course will make you dangerous.
What happens if I’m already a Lab member?
Current Lab members will be automatically upgraded to Lab 2.0 at launch. You don’t need to do anything or pay extra money. You can also still access the original Lab content at any time.
Can I try Lab 2.0 before buying?
We do not offer any free trials to the Lab. However, you can try the Lab with Upswing Poker’s Fair Play Satisfaction Guarantee if you’re a first time member to the Lab.
We’re confident the Lab will improve your game, and we back that up with our Fair Play guarantee! Whether you’re a beginner, amateur, or experienced reg, you can try the Lab for your first 30 days with minimal risk.
If the Lab’s content isn’t up to your expectations, we’ll consider a refund or help you exchange it for something that better matches your needs. For more details, please review our refund policy.
How do I access the Lab after purchasing?
After you’ve joined, you’ll get full and instant access to the Lab inside the Upswing Members area for as long as you want to keep your membership. Here’s how to access it after purchasing…
If you’re a completely new Upswing Poker member, please check your email to finish setting up your account after purchasing. After setting up your account, you’ll be able to login and instantly access the Lab and any other training you’ve purchased.
If you’re already a past member of Upswing Poker, you may have to Log-Out and Log-In again to your Members Home at members.upswingpoker.com in order to access the Lab.
If you need any help don’t hesitate to email support@upswingpoker.com and we’ll be happy to assist you.
What if I want to cancel? Am I locked into a contract?
As a member, you can cancel anytime and are in complete control of your Lab membership at all times. While we hope you stay forever, we hate contracts and would never impose them on our members.
You can cancel your account 24/7/365 days a year online through your “My Account” portal inside of UpswingPoker.com. Or you can email support at any time when you decide you’re ready to cancel your membership.
Once I become a member, where should I start?
Before you do anything else, make sure you link your Discord account to your Upswing account so you can get added to the private strategy group.
Then, take the placement quiz in the Launch Pad, note your custom starting point on the map, and dive into the content that will make you a stronger and more profitable player.
Register for Early Access to Lab 2.0
Lab 2.0 drops on September 8th. Register for early access now!
