The Tribune

Baha Mar’s Gaming Academy yesterday welcomed 90 persons to its first free casino dealer training programmes.

The Baha Mar Gaming Academy received more than 700 applicants, 300 of whom were accepted into the challenging programme. Applicants came from various professional backgrounds.

“I have a business degree and I own my own business, but I saw the gaming school as a great opportunity for someone like me with an outgoing personality to be a part of something amazing,” said Gianna Sturrup, a Baha Mar Gaming Academy participant.

The classes are held in small groups led by professional trainers to give participants one-on-one instruction and constructive feedback.

The programme consists of day and evening sessions over 14 weeks and 18 weeks, respectively. Students will learn popular games such as Black Jack, Baccarat, Roulette, Craps and Pai Gow Poker. Additional training will be offered in games such as Let It Ride, Three-Card Poker, Caribbean Stud and War.

“The Baha Mar Gaming Academy is part of our ongoing commitment to provide training and create opportunities for Bahamians. Our guests travel all over the world for a great gaming experience. The training that these participants are receiving will ensure that Baha Mar provides a world-class gaming experience that will exceed their expectations and make them want to return to Baha Mar,” said Baha Mar chief operating officer, Paul V. Pusateri.

The Baha Mar Casino will feature 100,000 square feet of high-end gaming on the largest casino floor in the Caribbean.

Candidates who demonstrate a commitment to the Baha Mar standards and successfully complete the programme will be offered positions in gaming at Baha Mar, such as table games dealer or table games supervisor.