First Steps in the Markets • Educational Programme

Take Your First Steps in the Financial Markets

Join an educational programme that will help you understand how financial markets and trading platforms work, as well as the fundamentals of market analysis, costs, and risk.

Verified PlatformPlaces in the programme are limited

Interested in Financial Markets but Not Sure Where to Start?

Discover a structured educational programme covering the trading platform, market analysis, financial instruments, costs, and risk.

5 Stages

Structured step-by-step pathway

MetaTrader 5

Hands-on terminal mechanics

1-on-1 Contact

Personal guidance by educational team

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Who Is the Programme For?

Designed specifically for motivated individuals seeking clarity, structure, and a methodical foundation rather than speculative shortcuts.

Market Enthusiasts

People who are genuinely interested in global financial markets and want to understand how they work.

100% Fit

Seeking Structure

Individuals who understand some basic concepts but lack a cohesive, organised system of knowledge.

Structure

Platform Beginners

Learners who have never operated a trading terminal before or have only briefly experimented with a demo account.

Hands-on

Risk & Cost Conscious

Traders who want to fully master spreads, swaps, margin requirements, and risk management prior to live execution.

Safety First

Starting from Scratch

Anyone feeling overwhelmed by conflicting internet advice who simply wants to know where to begin their learning journey.

Starting Point

A Different Approach to Market Education

Why "First Steps in the Markets" is designed as a calm, disciplined foundation rather than another generic trading course.

Generic Online Courses

Typical Internet Courses

Vague Theory Without Context:Superficial videos without explaining the mechanics of liquidity or execution.
Unrealistic Expectations:Promoting quick-profit promises while glossing over real capital risks.
Ignored Cost Reality:Neglecting spreads, overnight swaps, commissions, and margin calls.
No Personal Guidance:Generic recorded videos with zero follow-up or individualized assessments.

ABF Trade Programme

First Steps in the Markets

Regulated Infrastructure:Built by a regulated European broker (CySEC 171/12, MiFID II compliance).
Objective Risk Education:Strict emphasis on position sizing, capital preservation, and emotional control.
100% Cost Transparency:Full breakdown of bid-ask spreads, overnight swap calculations, and leverage rules.
Sequential Personal Contact:1-on-1 team consultation to assess your baseline and guide your learning journey.

Comprehensive Practical Handbook & Syllabus

All enrolled participants receive access to our structured educational handbook covering MetaTrader 5 navigation, order calculation formulas, risk control templates, and macro event checklists.

What Will You Learn?

Ten essential subjects systematically structured to transition you from foundational theory to practical terminal proficiency.

Module 1

Market Fundamentals & Asset Classes

How financial markets functionLearn about liquidity providers, market makers, order books, and how price discovery happens globally.
The main asset classesUnderstand the unique drivers, volatility patterns, and trading hours of Currencies (Forex), Indices, Precious Metals, Energies, and Shares.

Module 2

Trading Platform & Analysis Tools

How a trading platform worksFull orientation within MetaTrader 5: market watch, terminal window, charts customization, and navigation.
How to interpret basic chartsMaster Japanese candlesticks, timeframes, support/resistance levels, and recognizing clear market trends.
How to use an economic calendarAnticipate high-impact macro announcements, central bank interest rate decisions, and CPI/NFP data releases.

Module 3

Orders, Mechanics & Cost Transparency

Different order typesDetailed practical walkthrough of Market Execution vs. Pending Orders (Buy/Sell Limit, Buy/Sell Stop, Stop Loss, and Take Profit).
Spreads, swaps, and other costsTransparent calculation of bid-ask spreads, overnight swap rates, and commissions to protect your net returns.
Margin requirements & leverageHow leverage operates in practice, calculating required margin, free margin, margin level percentage, and stop-out levels.

Module 4

Risk Management & Independent Execution

Basic risk-management principlesPosition sizing rules, risk-to-reward ratios, drawdown management, and establishing strict loss limits.
Preparation for making independent decisionsDeveloping a disciplined trading routine, keeping a trade journal, and avoiding emotional biases.

How Does the Programme Work?

A calm, transparent, and methodical onboarding structure designed to ensure each participant receives focused educational support.

Complete Form

Fill out the quick expression of interest form below specifying your current experience and areas of interest.

Online Form • 2 min

Team Contact

A specialist from our educational team will get in touch with you via phone or email to confirm your application.

Personal Call • 10 min

Knowledge Assessment

We determine your current level of understanding and identify which market sectors you wish to focus on first.

Diagnostic Assessment

Programme Scope

You receive detailed information regarding the syllabus schedule, study modules, and platform access instructions.

Tailored Roadmap

Structured Learning

Participate in guided educational sessions and access structured materials at your own measured pace.

Interactive Sessions & MT5

Apply to Join the Programme

Take the first step towards structured financial education. Submitting this form represents an expression of interest to help us organize our upcoming groups.

Limited Capacity Notice: Places in the programme are limited to maintain high educational quality and personal mentor availability. Applications are reviewed sequentially.

No prior trading experience required
Structured MetaTrader 5 walkthroughs
Transparent review of spreads, swaps & risk
Non-binding expression of interest