➡️ Online Trading Academy - XLT Options Trading eXtended Learning Track (2009)

Unlock the power of options trading with the Online Trading Academy’s XLT Options Trading eXtended Learning Track from 2009, a comprehensive and immersive program designed to equip traders of all levels with deep knowledge and actionable skills for navigating the complex world of options markets. This course brings the essence of real-time trading education directly to your fingertips, guided by expert instructor Eric Ochotnicki, who delivers a masterful blend of theory, strategy, and live market analysis.

The XLT Options Trading program is more than just a course — it’s a dynamic learning journey that empowers students to understand and apply sophisticated options strategies across varying market conditions while managing risk and maximizing returns. Students gain access to a broad range of topics including non-directional trading, position building, calendar and diagonal spreads, volatility analysis, rolling and closing positions, and how to effectively leverage jobs reports and market cycles for better trade decisions.

This 2009 series features detailed lessons and trading sessions including strategy breakdowns, checklist usage, trading applications, portfolio management mindset, and insights into trading commodities, currencies, and global markets using options. Whether you are learning how to identify high-probability setups or mastering the art of managing complex option spreads, this program offers a step-by-step approach to developing a strong and adaptable trading plan.

✅ Key Course Features & Benefits:

• Real-time instructor-led classes providing hands-on trading analysis and strategy application

• Extensive focus on position building, expiration management, rolling, and closing trades

• In-depth coverage of non-directional trading, range trading, swing trading, and mean reversion concepts

• Exploration of advanced spreads: equivalency, calendar spreads, diagonal spreads, butterfly spreads, double diagonals, and ratio spreads

• Detailed study of market cycles, jobs reports, volatility, and their impact on options trading

• Strategies tailored for diverse market environments including equities, currencies, and commodities

• Practical portfolio management mindset to align trades with overall investment goals

• Regular quizzes, checklists, and exams to reinforce learning and ensure mastery

• Access to trade review submissions, prep screens, and strategic investor model portfolios

• Continuous support through a vibrant trading community and instructor Q&A sessions

• Tools and resources that facilitate building, referencing, and tracking personalized trade plans

➡️ What is the XLT or eXtended Learning Track?

The XLT is Online Trading Academy’s flagship online learning platform designed to deliver continuous education through live, interactive sessions that reinforce and expand trading skills over time. Established over 15 years ago, the XLT responds to the “Triple A challenge” — providing ACCESS to top instructors, opportunities to APPLY learned concepts live, and an AFFORDABLE way to learn consistently.

Unlike a one-time seminar, the XLT is a nurturing educational process that respects the evolving nature of markets and traders' lifestyles. It offers flexible pacing with the ability to pause and return, combined with comprehensive materials such as self-paced video content, OTA Picks, and strategic model portfolios, ensuring long-term trader success.

➡️ Instructor Expertise:

Eric Ochotnicki, a seasoned options trader and educator, leads the XLT Options series with unmatched expertise. His teaching breaks down complex options concepts into digestible segments, guiding traders through the emotional and technical aspects of trading. Eric’s ability to clarify strategy evolution, manage risk, and align trading with market cycles ensures students are prepared for both the analytical and psychological challenges of options trading.

➡️ Who Should Enroll?

• Beginner to advanced traders seeking structured, ongoing education in options

• Investors wanting to enhance portfolio returns through options strategies

• Traders focused on mastering spreads, volatility trading, and risk management

• Those who value real-time guidance, community interaction, and continuous learning

• Anyone looking for a proven process to build confidence and consistency in options markets

➡️ More Information:

Visit https://www.tradingacademy.com/ to explore the full Online Trading Academy curriculum and discover the transformative impact of the XLT experience.

Learn what XLT means to thousands of traders worldwide and how it supports lifelong learning at https://www.tradingacademy.com/culture/article/what-xlt-means-to-me

The XLT Options Trading eXtended Learning Track is a powerful, comprehensive course designed to take traders from foundational understanding to confident execution in options trading — blending education, practice, and community for lasting success in the markets.

Here is the full list of sessions from the Online Trading Academy XLT-Options Trading eXtended Learning Track 2009 series:

2009-06

• XLT-Options-20090603 - Eric Ochotnicki - Non-Directional Trading

• XLT-Options-20090604 - Eric Ochotnicki - Position Building and JOBS report

• XLT-Options-20090605 - Eric Ochotnicki - Market Analysis

• XLT-Options-20090608 - Eric Ochotnicki - Position Building and Currency Options

• XLT-Options-20090610 - Eric Ochotnicki - Equivalency and Calendar Spreads

• XLT-Options-20090611 - Eric Ochotnicki - Expiration, New Options Cycle, Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20090612 - Eric Ochotnicki - Position Building

• XLT-Options-20090617 - Eric Ochotnicki - Range Trading

• XLT-Options-20090618 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading and Analysis

• XLT-Options-20090619 - Eric Ochotnicki - Expiration and Creating New Positions for the Next Cycle

2009-07

• XLT-Options-20090701 - Eric Ochotnicki - Diagonal Spreads

• XLT-Options-20090702 - Eric Ochotnicki - Jobs Report and Position Building

• XLT-Options-20090706 - Eric Ochotnicki - Position Building

• XLT-Options-20090708 - Eric Ochotnicki - Equivalency, Capital Usage and Calendar Spreads

• XLT-Options-20090709 - Eric Ochotnicki - Expiration, New Options Cycle, Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20090710 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Opportunities - Building Positions - Portfolio Management Mindset

• XLT-Options-20090715 - Eric Ochotnicki - Swing Trading Related to Mean Reversion, Horizontal Trading

• XLT-Options-20090716 - Eric Ochotnicki - Rolling - Closing

• XLT-Options-20090717 - Eric Ochotnicki - Expiration

• XLT-Options-20090720 - Eric Ochotnicki - New Cycle Orientation

• XLT-Options-20090722 - Eric Ochotnicki - Volatility Analysis

• XLT-Options-20090723 - Eric Ochotnicki - Using the Checklist

• XLT-Options-20090724 - Eric Ochotnicki - Position Building

• XLT-Options-20090730 - Sam Seiden - Identifying Turning Points

2009-08

• XLT-Options-20090805 - Eric Ochotnicki - Butterfly Topping and Ratio Spreads

• XLT-Options-20090806 - Eric Ochotnicki - Double Diagonals - Preparing for the Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20090807 - Eric Ochotnicki - Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20090810 - Eric Ochotnicki - Currencies - Commodities

• XLT-Options-20090812 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Equivalency Calendar Spreads

• XLT-Options-20090813 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling - Closing

• XLT-Options-20090814 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Applications Position Building Butterflies - Ratios

• XLT-Options-20090819 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Butterflies

• XLT-Options-20090820 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling - Closing

• XLT-Options-20090821 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Expiration

• XLT-Options-20090824 - Eric Ochotnicki - New Cycle Orientation

• XLT-Options-20090826 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Volatility Analysis

• XLT-Options-20090827 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Using the Checklist

• XLT-Options-20090828 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Applications Position Building

2009-09

• XLT-Options-20090902 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Stock Placement

• XLT-Options-20090903 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Double Diagonals - Preparing For the Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20090904 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application - Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20090909 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Equivalency Calendar Spreads

• XLT-Options-20090910 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20090911 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Position Building

• XLT-Options-20090916 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Macro Trading

• XLT-Options-20090917 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20090918 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Expiration

• XLT-Options-20090921 - Eric Ochotnicki - New Cycle Orientation

• XLT-Options-20090923 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Traders Checklist

• XLT-Options-20090924 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Traders Checklist

• XLT-Options-20090925 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Position Building

2009-10

• XLT-Options-20091001 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Double Diagonals and Preparing for the Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20091002 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20091005 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Commodities

• XLT-Options-20091007 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Equivalency Calendar Spreads

• XLT-Options-20091008 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20091009 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Position Building

• XLT-Options-20091015 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Position Evolution Presented

• XLT-Options-20091016 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Expiration

• XLT-Options-20091019 - Eric Ochotnicki - New Cycle Orientation

• XLT-Options-20091021 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Volatility Analysis

• XLT-Options-20091022 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Traders Checklist

• XLT-Options-20091023 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Position Building

• XLT-Options-20091028 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Macro Trading

• XLT-Options-20091029 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Dealing with Dividends

2009-11

• XLT-Options-20091104 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Options for Income

• XLT-Options-20091105 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Double Diagonals & Preparing for the Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20091106 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20091109 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Commodities

• XLT-Options-20091111 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Equivalency Calendar Spreads

• XLT-Options-20091112 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20091113 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Position Building

• XLT-Options-20091116 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Stock Replacement

• XLT-Options-20091118 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Macro Trading

• XLT-Options-20091119 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Position Evolution

• XLT-Options-20091120 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Expiration

• XLT-Options-20091123 - Eric Ochotnicki - New Cycle Orientation

• XLT-Options-20091125 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Volatility Analysis

• XLT-Options-20091130 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Traders Checklist

2009-12

• XLT-Options-20091202 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Position Construction

• XLT-Options-20091203 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Student Position Review - Preparing for the Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20091204 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Jobs Report

• XLT-Options-20091207 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Options for Income - Part Time Trader

• XLT-Options-20091209 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Stock Replacement

• XLT-Options-20091210 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Rolling and Closing

• XLT-Options-20091211 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Position Building

• XLT-Options-20091216 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Macro Trading

• XLT-Options-20091217 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Vega Trading

• XLT-Options-20091218 - Eric Ochotnicki - Trading Application Expiration

• XLT-Options-20091221 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Volatility Analysis

• XLT-Options-20091222 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Traders Checklist

• XLT-Options-20091223 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Position Building

• XLT-Options-20091228 - Eric Ochotnicki - Strategy Session Student Position Review