Beginners Area
Start learning the foundation of investing and trading
You don’t need to be clever. You need to be structured.
Investing vs Trading — What’s the difference?
Investing focuses on long-term growth by buying and holding quality shares or funds over time.
Trading focuses on shorter-term price movements to take advantage of market swings.
- Both involve risk.
- Both require education.
- Neither is gambling when done with structure and discipline.
Key takeaway: Different timeframes. Same rules: risk management and discipline.
What does “risk” really mean?
Risk is the possibility of losing money.
It exists in every investment.
Smart investors don’t avoid risk.
They measure it, manage it, and control it.
Winning every trade is a myth.
Protecting your capital while compounding it? That’s the real game.
Key takeaway: Survival comes before profit.
How do financial markets work?
Financial markets are places where buyers and sellers agree on prices for assets like shares, currencies, and commodities.
Prices move because of:
- Supply and demand
- Company performance
- Economic news
- Global events
Markets don’t move randomly, but they don’t move predictably either.
Key takeaway: Markets reward preparation, not prediction.
Equities, CFDs and Forex — what’s the difference?
Each market behaves differently, each requires different risk control.
Equities (Shares)
You buy a portion of a company.
The value grows as the business grows.
CFDs (Contracts for Difference)
You trade price movement without owning the asset.
Higher flexibility, higher risk.
Forex (Currencies)
You trade exchange rates between currencies.
Highly liquidity and fast-moving.
Key takeaway: Different tools. Same discipline.
Why start with simulation instead of real money?
Simulation lets you practice using real market data without risking real money.
It allows you to:
- Learn how markets move
- Test strategies
- Build discipline
- Make mistakes safely
Professional pilots train in simulators before flying real planes.
Investors should do the same with capital.
Key takeaway: Skill first. Money later.
Beginners Area
Start learning the foundation of investing and trading
You don’t need to be clever. You need to be structured
Investing vs Trading — What’s the difference?
Investing focuses on long-term growth by buying and holding quality shares or funds over time.
Trading focuses on shorter-term price movements to take advantage of market swings.
- Both involve risk.
- Both require education.
- Neither is gambling when done with structure and discipline.
Key takeaway: Different timeframes. Same rules: risk management and discipline.
What does “risk” really mean?
Risk is the possibility of losing money.
It exists in every investment.
Smart investors don’t avoid risk.
They measure it, manage it, and control it.
Winning every trade is a myth.
Protecting your capital while compounding it? That’s the real game.
Key takeaway: Survival comes before profit.
How do financial markets work?
Financial markets are places where buyers and sellers agree on prices for assets like shares, currencies, and commodities.
Prices move because of:
- Supply and demand
- Company performance
- Economic news
- Global events
Markets don’t move randomly, but they don’t move predictably either.
Key takeaway: Markets reward preparation, not prediction.
Equities, CFDs and Forex — what’s the difference?
Each market behaves differently, each requires different risk control.
Equities (Shares)
You buy a portion of a company.
The value grows as the business grows.
CFDs (Contracts for Difference)
You trade price movement without owning the asset.
Higher flexibility, higher risk.
Forex (Currencies)
You trade exchange rates between currencies.
Highly liquidity and fast-moving.
Key takeaway: Different tools. Same discipline.
Why start with simulation instead of real money?
Simulation lets you practice using real market data without risking real money.
It allows you to:
- Learn how markets move
- Test strategies
- Build discipline
- Make mistakes safely
Professional pilots train in simulators before flying real planes.
Investors should do the same with capital.
Key takeaway: Skill first. Money later.
Start Your Investing Journey - the Right Way
TRADING GUIDES & TUTORIALS
A Structured Learning Path from Beginner to Advanced
Our training is organized into progressive chapters that take you from understanding the basics of the market to applying advanced strategies, supported by video lessons, audio learning, and guidance from our support team.
Chapter 1
The Basics
- How to get started
- What and how to trade
- Reading candles
- Why you need a trading plan and journal
Chapter 2
Trading: Where to Begin
- The need to invest in equities
- CFD’s
- What shares should I choose
- What broker should I choose
Chapter 3
Trading Phychology
- How to handle you emotions when trading
- FOMO
- Controlling greed
- Revenge trading
- Dealing with losses
- Managing Risk
and more…
Chapter 4
Technical Analysis
- The basics of charting
- Trendlines
- Patterns
- Support and resistance
- Indicators and Oscillators
and more…
Chapter 5
Fundamental Analysis
- Market news
- Dividends
- Director Dealings
- Economic Calendar
Chapter 6
Strategies
- Trendline based strategies
- Mac D and Stochastic
- Basic strategy
- Break and rested
- RSI and Stochastic oscillator
- Break Out trading
- Stop-loss and take-profit
Chapter 7
Advanced Courses
- Trading time zones
- Why movers and shakers make a difference
- Economics behind market movement
- When is bull and bear in power
and more…
Market Insights and Articles
Market Commentary
This section provides regular insights into current market conditions, including movements on the financial markets, changes in interest rates, and shifts in key sectors such as banks, resources, and currencies.
Our commentary explains what is happening in the market and why it matters to investors, without making predictions or giving buy-and-sell instructions.
It is designed to help readers stay informed and understand market activity in a structured and responsible way.
Market Education
This section focuses on helping investors understand how financial markets work and why prices move the way they do.
We cover key concepts such as market behaviour, volatility, and the impact of news and economic events, giving readers the context they need to make sense of what they see in the market.
The aim is not to teach trading strategies, but to build a solid foundation of knowledge that supports better decision-making over time.
Encompass Insights
This section shares insights based on our experience working with investors and the principles behind the Encompass system.
It explores behavior, discipline, risk management, and why people make the decisions they do in the markets.
These insights are intended to support clearer thinking, better habits, and a more structured approach to investing.
Market Insights and Articles
Market Education
This section focuses on helping investors understand how financial markets work and why prices move the way they do.
We cover key concepts such as market behaviour, volatility, and the impact of news and economic events, giving readers the context they need to make sense of what they see in the market.
The aim is not to teach trading strategies, but to build a solid foundation of knowledge that supports better decision-making over time.
Market Commentary
This section provides regular insights into current market conditions, including movements on the financial markets, changes in interest rates, and shifts in key sectors such as banks, resources, and currencies.
Our commentary explains what is happening in the market and why it matters to investors, without making predictions or giving buy-and-sell instructions.
It is designed to help readers stay informed and understand market activity in a structured and responsible way.
Encompass Insights
This section shares insights based on our experience working with investors and the principles behind the Encompass system.
It explores behavior, discipline, risk management, and why people make the decisions they do in the markets.
These insights are intended to support clearer thinking, better habits, and a more structured approach to investing.
You Don’t Have to Trade Alone
Structured market guidance from experienced analysts who work with the markets every day.
- You learn the theory.
- You practice in simulation.
- You receive structured feedback before risking real capital.
Coaching is included in the Encompass membership as part of the structured education program.
Our Professional Coaches
Real market experience. Real guidance. Real people.
Hendrik de Jager
Senior Technical Analyst & Trading Coach
Hendrik brings decades of hands-on market experience to his coaching, helping investors understand not only what the market is doing, but why it is doing it.
He specializes in technical analysis, strategy development, and disciplined risk control, guiding customers through real market conditions with a calm, structured approach.
With over 20 years at Encompass, Hendrik is known for helping customers build consistency, confidence, and a process-driven mindset, rather than relying on emotions or guesswork.
Moxima Gama
Market Analyst & Strategy Coach
Moxima helps everyday investors understand how the market works and how to trade with confidence and structure.
Recognized by the Financial Mail as one of South Africa’s top technical analysts (2014), she specializes in turning complex market behavior into practical strategies.
She focuses on:
- High-probability trade opportunities
- Risk management and disciplined decision-making
- Real-market coaching and guidance
Her coaching is clear, practical, and results-driven.
Our Customer Support & Training Team works closely with you to ensure you understand the platform, follow the education process, and apply what you learn with confidence.
They support you with:
- One-on-one training and onboarding
- Platform guidance and troubleshooting
- Ongoing learning support
- Helping you stay structured and on track
Customer Support &
Training Team
Their role is simple: to make sure you are supported, informed, and never left guessing.
Ongoing guidance throughout your journey
Our Professional Coaches
Real market experience. Real guidance. Real people.
Hendrik de Jager
Senior Technical Analyst & Trading Coach
Hendrik brings decades of hands-on market experience to his coaching, helping investors understand not only what the market is doing, but why it is doing it.
He specializes in technical analysis, strategy development, and disciplined risk control, guiding customers through real market conditions with a calm, structured approach.
With over 20 years at Encompass, Hendrik is known for helping customers build consistency, confidence, and a process-driven mindset, rather than relying on emotions or guesswork.
Moxima Gama
Market Analyst & Strategy Coach
Moxima helps everyday investors understand how the market works and how to trade with confidence and structure.
Recognized by the Financial Mail as one of South Africa’s top technical analysts (2014), she specializes in turning complex market behavior into practical strategies.
She focuses on:
- • High-probability trade opportunities
- • Risk management and disciplined decision-making
- • Real-market coaching and guidance
Her coaching is clear, practical, and results-driven.
Our Customer Support & Training Team works closely with you to ensure you understand the platform, follow the education process, and apply what you learn with confidence.
They support you with:
- One-on-one training and onboarding
- Platform guidance and troubleshooting
- Ongoing learning support
- Helping you stay structured and on track
Customer Support &
Training Team
Their role is simple: to make sure you are supported, informed, and never left guessing.
Ongoing guidance throughout your journey
Trading Made Easy
Learn how to invest confidently with our simple, step-by-step tools and expert coaching
You are supported throughout your journey, with experts who guide, teach, and assist you every step of the way.
Weekly live market webinars
One-on-one Zoom strategy sessions
Platform guidance and troubleshooting
Risk management refinement
Structured feedback on trade decisions
Ongoing accountability
THE 16 SECRETS MOST INVESTORS IGNORE
Discover the principles behind disciplined investing and long-term financial success.
Get the FREE eBook and learn the habits and thinking patterns that most investors overlook when approaching the stock market.
What You’ll Learn
- Why setting clear, achievable financial goals matters
- How discipline and organization impact investment success
- Why understanding risk is more important than chasing profit
- The role of patience and long-term thinking in building wealth
- How emotions influence decision-making in the market
- Why knowledge and preparation reduce costly mistakes
- How market cycles and investor behavior affect prices
- Why process and structure outperform impulse and speculation