Our Story

Empowering Traders Through Practical, In-Person Education

Wall Street Institute was founded on a simple idea: the fastest way to learn the markets is to learn them from someone who trades them. Everything we teach is built around practical, hands-on instruction — not theory alone.

Our Mission

Making Serious Trading Education Accessible to Everyone

We believe financial education shouldn't be locked behind expensive certifications or confusing jargon. Our mission is to give everyday people — regardless of background or experience — direct access to the frameworks that professional traders use every day.

That means clear instruction, honest risk disclosures, and a genuine focus on the success of every student who walks through our doors, in person or online.

2016Founded
40K+Students Trained
120+Cities Visited
4.9/5Avg. Rating
The WSI Experience

Six Ways We Support Every Student

Education doesn't stop when the workshop ends. Here's what continued support looks like.

Live Classes, In-Person & Online

Attend a workshop near you or join a live virtual session from anywhere — same instructors, same material.

Funded Trader Track

Qualifying students can pursue an evaluation-based track toward trading a funded account.

Curated Trade Breakdowns

Instructors walk through real trade setups after the fact — entries, exits, and what they'd do differently.

Live Trade Room

Watch and ask questions while instructors trade live during market hours, available to program students.

Accountability Coaching

Regular check-ins to keep your trading plan, journal, and risk rules on track.

Lifetime Alumni Access

Once you've attended a workshop, you're part of the community — with ongoing events and resources.

Meet the Instructors

Learn From People Who Actually Trade

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Richard Moore

Founder & Lead Instructor

Two decades of experience across futures, forex, and options. Richard founded Wall Street Institute to make the frameworks he uses daily accessible to new traders, with a particular focus on the psychology of building consistent income.

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Dana Kwan

Head of Options Education

Former derivatives desk analyst turned educator. Dana specializes in translating options pricing and the Greeks into plain, practical language for beginner and intermediate traders.

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Andre Lewis

Lead Futures & Forex Instructor

Andre has traded index futures and major currency pairs professionally for over 15 years, and leads our Live Trade Room sessions during U.S. and London market hours.

Personalized Support

Our team prioritizes the success of every student with guidance at each stage of the journey.

No Experience Necessary

Most students arrive with zero trading background — workshops are built for a true beginner.

Transparent About Risk

We are upfront that trading carries real risk of loss and is not a guaranteed path to income.

Student Support

You're Never Learning Alone

From your first free workshop through an advanced program, you'll have access to instructors, coaches, and a community of fellow students working toward the same goal: trading with discipline instead of guesswork.

Reserve Your Spot

Ready to See It for Yourself?

Reserve your spot in a free workshop and unlock the knowledge to begin your journey toward financial independence.