Chris "DeathDonkey" Vitch

Coaching and tools for mixed game players

High stakes mixed game coaching, GTO solver work, and a study lab built on real data.

Work with me Enter the Lab Mixed Games · Cash · Tournaments · Live and Online

Who I Coach

I work with mid to high stakes cash and tournament mixed game players who want to improve their decision making, learn to study effectively, and gain an understanding of solver-based poker strategy. Join me if:

  • You're ready to put in time and effort to improve at Stud, Draw, Hold'em, or Omaha variants.
  • You want theory-based frameworks you can remember under pressure instead of simple exploits and vibes.
  • You are open to change and willing to work between sessions to create a shift in your thought process at the table.
Chris 'DeathDonkey' Vitch

Ways I Teach

I offer structured coaching, self-directed study with solver tools, and plenty of free content on mixed games.

1 on 1 Coaching

Private lessons

Personalized sessions concentrating on your questions, weak spots, and game conditions, with direct feedback, solver work, and clear action plans between lessons.

  • Focused on the exact formats and stakes you play.
  • Mix of hand review, theory building, and targeted drills.
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The Lab

Solver Strategy Lab

I've done the hard work and built solver tools for mixed game players who want to study without starting from scratch.

  • Range Explorer to browse, filter, and study solved preflop ranges across supported games.
  • Decision Trainer to drill hands, preflop situations, and get immediate solver feedback.
  • Multiple subscription tiers, from free Core lab access up to Donkeys Only with private content and coaching discounts.
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Free Content

Strategy and Commentary

Videos, podcast appearances, streamed events, and other media where I break down mixed game strategy outside of formal coaching.

  • Videos and seminars with long-form advice for your mixed game fundamentals.
  • Interviews, commentary, and guest appearances that give you more context on how I think about the game.
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Words from fellow donkeys

Phil Galfond

Chris is a very talented player, and — I hope he doesn't mind my saying — an even better coach. I've seen him demonstrate the three most important qualities a coach should have: the expertise, an ability to explain complex concepts clearly, and a genuine desire to help those he works with.

When I created a mixed game study group in my Beyond The Game program, Chris was my first choice to lead it, and I'm grateful he was willing to.

Phil Galfond

Cult Leader

Ready to start?

Choose your path: 1 on 1 Coaching or The Strategy Lab.

Work with me privately one-on-one or plug into the Lab’s tools and drills. Pick the lane that best fits how you study.