TRADING ACADEMY RATINGS & REVIEWS
At Trading Academy, we are very proud of the satisfaction ratings and reviews that we receive from our students. The ratings and reviews come from students who have joined the academy and taken our education program courses on-location in our centers or online, and across different asset classes. It is our #1 relentless commitment to do everything we can in support of our students. We emphasize the importance of all aspects of the trade; including choosing an asset class and trading style, developing a trading plan, understanding trader psychology and the importance of risk management. Combined with the student support and available online resources, it’s easy to see why many students say they never feel alone in their trading journey. It’s this ongoing relentless commitment to excellence and educational growth that keeps students coming to Trading Academy. We also have a relentless commitment to transparency, so these post class survey ratings are uploaded on a real time basis weekly to our website unfiltered and below are the cumulative ratings so far.
| 5 star |
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76.85%
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| 4 star |
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20.10%
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| 3 star |
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2.27%
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| 2 star |
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0.39%
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| 1 star |
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0.39%
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Based on 222,437 reviews
Scoring criteria
“There's plenty to learn when it comes to options. However, Nikki simplified everything and her teaching style is on point for someone who is more visual. She simplified everything and she's so kind and patient! You can tell she loves teaching and loves her students! This is my first class with Nikki and I look forward to her other classes. ”
Jenny H.
Irvine, CA
Options
“I really enjoyed the class. The information was well beyond my expectations and very well displayed
The instructor was highly qualified and knowledgeable to teach the Options class and it was a joy to be in attendance. Looking forward for the next Options Class
Rick Price”
Rick P.
Irvine, CA
Options
“Do not be afraid if you are new to the industry. You will get all the support you need to success in the future. The staff is very experienced with a lot of knowledge and are willing to help all the time.”
Alexandra A.
New Jersey - North
Core Strategy Class
“When I was first introduced to trading, I had very little knowledge about the field but as time progressed, I became more confident and became more aware of the mistakes I've made in the past compared to now. I'd recommend this academy to anyone trying to learn this.”
Belange A.
New Jersey - North
Core Strategy Class
“ITS AWSOME”
ERNESTO H.
Irvine, CA
Options
“The trading academy has taught me a lot on how to trade strategically and safely. The staff are all super friendly and helpful in getting their students the help and extra reinforcements they need. Moreover, the resources trading academy provides can not top any outside sources found on YouTube or articles. Would definitely recommend. ”
Jasmine V.
Irvine, CA
Options
“The amount of valuable information that Trading Academy provides is truly impressive. With every new class I attend, I continue to learn and grow. What stands out the most is the incredible level of support they offer—online, on-demand, and in-person classes, all available to retake as many times as needed.
Having unlimited access to these resources, along with ongoing support through email, shows how committed they are to their students’ success. They genuinely want you to succeed—you just need to put in the time, effort, and consistent practice to make it happen.”
Andrea L.
Irvine, CA
Options
“This program is great for learning the fundamentals of being a successful trader.”
Bryan J.
New Jersey - North
Core Strategy Class
“Nikki is the best. She simplifies certain concepts that can be complicated. She is very engaging.”
Marcia L.
Irvine, CA
Options
“I truly enjoyed the Option trading class, I learned a basic Option trading that I can start to trade.
I truly recommended to my friends this class.”
Elpedio P.
Irvine, CA
Options
“I enjoyed the class and learning the strategies just wish we would go through more trading scenarios. ”
Pablo S.
New Jersey - North
Core Strategy Class
“i believe that if you want to start trading this program is beneficial for anyone and the teachers go at a good pace so that everyone stays on the same page ”
Justin O.
New Jersey - North
Core Strategy Class
“ONLINE TRADING ACADEMY is the best, AWELKER”
Awelker A.
Dubai, UAE
Core Strategy - Dubai
“This is extremely efficient and highly professional, and I can’t emphasize enough how incredibly friendly the environment was. No stone is left unturned, they even explain how to use the mouse all the way to all different asset classes such as Options Futures Stocks Forex Crypto and....
Unfortunately, many out there cannot explain the foundation of online trading in an academic and structured way. The lab work in the classroom is on a whole other level, nothing like I’ve witnessed before.
Once you go through this, trading online becomes fluid, smooth, and easy. Your job is simply to apply it as much as you can with real money (only 1% of your trading account per trade).
Independent and free—because you can access money online anytime you want.”
Tareq A.
Dubai, UAE
Core Strategy - Dubai
“Must do in person classes .”
Sangeeta P.
New Jersey - North
Options
“Name: Hitesh Patel
I enjoyed a lo, the way how the basics of trading is explained in presentation, worked on charts and executed on paper trading account. It was really eye opening that how the trading should be executed through strategy. ”
Hitesh P.
Dubai, UAE
Core Strategy - Dubai
“My name is Steven, I came to OTA in Oct 2025 fresh out of tax season (I am an EA) and attended the 3-day market timing class with Darren Kimoto. Following that course, I was eager to learn more about the next step in the OTA curriculum which is Core Strategy. I completed Core Strategy in Feb 2026 with Cameron Kaiser and was pleasantly surprised by his depth of trading knowledge and technical skill with how to teach and implement the strategy. During the course I took a number of paper (simulated) trades in the stock and currency markets with reasonable success. I also learned how to set up a short position for the first time. Cam was very helpful at explaining the methodology deployed by OTA and how to determine which brokers are suitable for the types of trading we might pursue. I look forward to attending Core again in about a year to brush up on the system and I am also planning to attend some other classes offered by OTA in the meantime.”
STEVEN C.
Irvine, CA
Core Strategy Class
“Enjoyed taking the Core Strategy Course in Person. I learn much better when I am in person so this class was the best way to take the course for me. The resources available are also super helpful in makin sure you set yourself up for success. Having the assistant and instructor available to answer any questions was also a plus in attending the in person course. ”
Maria A.
Irvine, CA
Core Strategy Class
“A good introduction to trading, with realistic risks and pitfalls, and eventual successful goals addressed”
Elizabeth P.
Irvine, CA
Core Strategy Class
“The Core Strategy course is a must for any investor - whether you're a long term or short term investors. The level of detail on the techniques to trading is impressive and easy to understand with an instructor who actively trades. ”
Paul P.
Irvine, CA
Core Strategy Class