Many people think poker is banned in Russia. In fact only gambling outside special zones is prohibited. And recreational poker with no money stakes is a legal leisure activity.

Legal poker in Moscow: where to play without money stakes
Inside Poker Room GTO

What makes poker legal

  • no money stakes and no exchanging chips for cash;
  • no prize pool from players' contributions;
  • chips are notional and have no monetary value;
  • the event is sporting and recreational in nature.
At Poker Room GTO the format is fully legal: the game uses tournament chips and the entry ticket is the price of participation, not a bet.

Where to play poker in Moscow

A good club is defined by transparent rules, professional dealers, a convenient schedule and a strong community. Poker Room GTO is located in central Moscow, at Daev Lane 2.

What a beginner needs

Nothing but the desire to play. There is free training from scratch. Just sign up via the contacts.

What to bring to your first game

You don't need anything special: chips, cards and the table are provided by the club. Just arrive on time for the tournament start, and if you are a beginner, sign up for the free intro session where the rules and basic strategy are explained.

Play legal poker

Poker Room GTO — recreational poker with no stakes in central Moscow. Sign up for a tournament or free training.