Games
Discover the rules, aims and strategies of classic and much-loved games, enjoy expert advice and hands-on play. Our tutors can show you tricks and techniques to become masterful at these activities. From bridge, to chess, play with and learn from people that share your interest and passion for these entertaining pastimes.
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Bridge: the losing trick count
Course Date: Sat 23 Jun 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEver wondered how some bridge partnerships find game with less than the usual 25/26 HCP? Find out how the Losing Trick Count can improve your hand evaluation.Full fee: £39.00Senior fee: £31.00Concession: £17.00 -
Brush up your chess
Course Date: Tue 24 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetYou’ve learned the rules of the game but are mystified about how you win. What next? Explore the tactics of chess and ways of developing your game to deliver checkmate.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £44.00 -
How to solve cryptic crosswords
Course Date: Sat 28 Jul 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEver wondered how cryptic crosswords work? These brain-fizzing sessions for beginners teach you how to unlock cryptic clues and how to effortlessly improve your memory, vocabulary and problem-solving skills whilst having fun.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £71.00Concession: £45.00 -
Bridge revision
Course Date: Thu 2 Aug 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis course is designed for City Lit bridge students, past and present, as well as anyone who is familiar with one- and two-level opening bids but wishes to refresh their declarer and defensive play.Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £22.00 -
Bridge for beginners
Course Date: Tue 7 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEnjoy playing cards? This taster course will introduce the principles of bridge and enable you to progress with confidence onto a beginners' bridge course.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £71.00Concession: £39.00 -
Bridge 1: module 1 - learn to play
Course Date: Wed 19 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIf you enjoy playing cards then bridge is for you. Come and learn this fascinating game in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. But beware, it is addictive!Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £88.00 -
Bridge 2: module 1 - more competitive bidding
Course Date: Wed 19 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIf you have already completed a year of bridge at City Lit, or have a similar level of experience, improve your game by mastering two level opening bids and begin to explore the concept of slam bidding.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £88.00 -
Bridge 2: module 1 - making overcalls (evening)
Course Date: Fri 5 Oct 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis course is for bridge players who have learnt to open and bid suit and no trump contracts and are ready to progress to the competitive auction. We focus on learning how to overcall with strong and weak hands.Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £139.00Concession: £61.00 -
Bridge: a taster for beginners
Course Date: Sat 6 Oct 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEnjoy playing cards? This taster course will introduce the principles of bridge and enable you to progress with confidence onto a beginners' bridge course.Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £25.00 -
Chess for beginners
Course Date: Fri 2 Nov 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn one of the world’s most popular games, beginning with the basic moves and fundamental strategies. Includes a wide range of practical activities in a fun environment that will encourage you to pursue your interest further.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £71.00Concession: £39.00 -
Bridge 2: module 2 - develop your defence
Course Date: Wed 16 Jan 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetArmed with a thorough grounding in bidding at the one and two levels, we now turn to defence. Improve your declarer and defensive card play using signals, discards and protective bidding.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £88.00 -
Bridge 1 : module 2 - improve your game
Course Date: Wed 16 Jan 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetBuilding on Bridge 1: module 1 - Learn to Play in Term 1, this course introduces the concept of bidding with suits and learning simple declarer and defensive techniques.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £88.00 -
Bridge 2: module 2 - opening at the two level (evening)
Course Date: Fri 25 Jan 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis course follows on from Bridge 2: module 1 - making overcalls (evening). You will learn how to open the bidding at the two level with strong and weak hands. Please note: NO CLASS on Friday 8th March.Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £139.00Concession: £61.00 -
Chess for improvers
Course Date: Fri 1 Feb 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetYou’ve learned the rules of the game, but are mystified about how you win. What next? Explore the tactics of chess and ways of developing your game to deliver checkmate.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £71.00Concession: £39.00 -
Bridge 2: module 3 - more defensive bidding
Course Date: Wed 1 May 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop your declarer card play and improve your use of signals and discards to communicate with your partner. You'll no longer need to rely on mind-reading, winking or coughing at the table to describe your hand!Full fee: £139.00Senior fee: £111.00Concession: £61.00