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Knowledge
No gate keeping allowed. Our community is built on full sharing of Ricky’s foundational knowledge gained over 30 years of trading experience .
Tools
Your membership unlocks a whole catalog of Ricky’s custom indicators, scanners, and scripts for the ThinkorSwim platform.
Coaching and Training
No other community will offer the level of service we do to ensure you’re set up for success. We do ask for patience though, as our community continues to grow.
Community
We’ve said it before, we’ll say it again. We are built by traders. We are run by traders. And we do all that it is we do, on behalf of traders. We’d have it no other way.
WHY CHOOSE US
We are a community of ThinkorSwim Platform traders focused on becoming and staying consistently profitable with our trades. Led by Ricky Gaspard, using his custom indicators, we consistently identify profitable trading opportunities.
We routinely start trading during the Pre-Market time frame, however it is not the only time that trading occurs within our community. Many of our members stay after our Pre-Market routine to hunt profitable trades during normal market hours.
We have a diverse group of traders that trade shares, options, and futures. There is always something to be shared or learned when engaging with our members!
Meet Ricky Gaspard
Stock Trader & ThinkorSwim Coder
Ricky Gaspard is a seasoned stock trader with decades of experience in the financial markets, having actively traded since the 1990s. As the founder of VolumeSpikes.com, he has built a thriving trading community centered around precision, volume-based strategies, and custom ThinkorSwim indicators. Ricky is widely recognized for his experience in scalping stocks, particularly in the premarket, where he capitalizes on unusual volume spikes and breaking news. His deep understanding of ThinkorSwim has led him to develop proprietary indicators and scanning tools that help traders identify high-probability setups with precision.
Beyond live trading, Ricky is dedicated to educating traders through his custom ThinkorSwim indicators, premium membership offerings, and in-depth strategy sessions. His platform, VolumeSpikes.com, is the go-to resource for traders looking to enhance their edge with custom made tools and market insights.
With a no-nonsense approach to trading, an unwavering commitment to his community, and a proven track record of success, Ricky Gaspard continues to empower traders with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the stock market.
Custom Indicators
Our membership unlocks several custom indicators for the ThinkorSwim trading platform. These indicators unlock powerful insights that boost your edge and supercharge your trading strategy. Purchase a Premium Membership to unlock these indicators!
Custom Market Scanners
Unleash your trading potential with custom ThinkorSwim stock scanners. These scanners have been expertly crafted by Ricky to find top trading opportunities fast! These ThinkorSwim scanners are only available with a Premium membership. Join now!
Access to Premium Indicators
Behind our pay wall, our members have a unique opportunity to further expand their indicator collection. Tailored for dedicated traders, Ricky has created a “next level” group of indicators that uncover hidden market signals, streamline your entries and exits and help improve your trading performance. The ability to purchase these game changing indicators is only available to Premium Members at this time. Purchase a Premium Membership and transform your trading strategy today!
Custom Watch List Columns
Our custom watch list columns display real time actionable data, enhancing your strategies. Whether it’s RSI, moving average crossovers, squeeze signals or bid/ask spreads, you’ll see what matters most instantly. Uncover trading opportunities faster than ever!
Custom Chart Labels
Our custom Thinkorswim labels let you display critical data like price changes, percentage gains, implied volatility, and moving averages right on your chart. No more cluttered charts, just clean precise data that keeps you in the zone.
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Built By Traders. Run By Traders. All For Traders.

Ricky Gaspard
Founder/Head Trader

Robert & Milo
Lead Coach/Trader

Tobby
Lead Support/Trader

Noah
DevOps/Webmaster/Trader

Pooze
Webmaster/Trader
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OUR MEMBERSHIP PLANS
Membership Plans Designed for Every Experience Level.
Free
Free.
INCLUDES:
- V4 Pull Back Indicator
- Premarket Risers Scan
- Live Stream
- Live Chat
- Paid Indicators Access
All Sales Are Final
3 Month Membership
$239.85 every 3 Months.
INCLUDES:
- Paid Indicators Access
- 30+ Indicators
- 55+ Scanners
- Live Streaming
- Video Tutorials
- Live Chat
- Support
All Sales Are Final
6 Month Membership
$399.75 every 6 Months.
1 Free Month with Your 6 Month Membership.
INCLUDES:
- Paid Indicators Access
- 30+ Indicators
- 55+ Scanners
- Live Streaming
- Video Tutorials
- Live Chat
- Support
All Sales Are Final
1 Year Membership
$799.50 per Year.
2 Free Months with Your 1 Year Membership!
INCLUDES:
- Paid Indicators Access
- 30+ Indicators
- 55+ Scanners
- Live Streaming
- Video Tutorials
- Live Chat
- Support
All Sales Are Final
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