The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association did a coaching video back in the day which gives you the basic tips on the textbook techniques on how to play the game.
It’s narrated by Snooker Scene editor Clive Everton and hosted by the now deceased BBC snooker presenter David Vine…
Terry Griffiths is on the table demoing the techniques.
WPBSA official Snooker Coaching Video (World Professional Billiard Snooker Association) from Isaac976 on Vimeo.