Carrom Board

Start with the basics
 Before you start playing serious games, it's important to master the basics of striking the carrom men, aiming at the pockets, and understanding the angles.  

Practice
Like any other sport, practice is the key to becoming a better player. Try to play as often as possible, and take time to focus on specific skills you want to improve.

Use the right grip
The grip is an important factor in striking the carrom men. Make sure to hold the striker in a way that feels comfortable and allows you to strike the men with precision

Use your fingers
Using your fingers instead of your palm to strike the men will give you more control over the striker.

Keep your wrist firm
 Keeping your wrist firm while striking the men will help you generate more power and control the direction of your shots.

Use the queen as a guide
The queen is the largest carrom man, and it's a good idea to use it as a guide when aiming at the pockets.

Aim for the edges
The edges of the pockets are larger than the openings, so aiming for the edges will give you a better chance of pocketing the men.

Use the rebound shot
The rebound shot is a powerful shot that can be used to pocket men that are close to the pockets. It's a great shot to master if you want to improve your game.

Use the cushion shot
The cushion shot is a shot that uses the cushion to deflect the men into the pockets. It's a great shot to use when the men are close to the pockets but not directly in front of them.

Be patient
Carrom is a game of patience. Don't rush your shots, take your time and think through your shots before you strike the men.Learn the different types of strokes:

Draw stroke
used to control the distance of the striker.

Push stroke
used to control the direction of the striker.

Stop stroke
used to stop the striker from going too far.

Free stroke
used to strike the striker with the fingers.

Jump shot
used to jump the striker over an obstacle.

Keep the board clean and polished
A clean and polished board will have a smooth surface which will give you better control over the men and striker.

Keep your body and mind healthy
Eating healthy, getting enough rest, and keeping your mind calm will help you play better.

Learn from your mistakes
Every time you lose a game, take the time to analyze what went wrong and try to learn from your mistakes.

Have fun
Carrom is a great game to play with friends and family. Don't take it too seriously and always remember to have fun.