Bridge
Enjoy playing cards? Learn the principles of bridge on our courses at City Lit. From introductory courses for beginners to expert advice on specific aspects of the game, tutors will work with you to improve your ability and add to your knowledge. Play with players who hold the same fascination with the game as you do.
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More bridge for beginners
Course Date: Wed 10 Jan 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetBuilding on 'Learn to Play Bridge' in Term 1, this course introduces the concept of bidding with suits and learning simple declarer and defensive techniques.Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £143.00Concession: £79.00 -
Bridge: develop your defence
Course Date: Wed 10 Jan 2018
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: £179.00Senior fee: £143.00Concession: £79.00 -
Bridge: signals and discards
Course Date: Sat 20 Jan 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop communication skills between you and your partner beyond nodding and winking! Learn how to signal and use discards to show suit preference for when your partner gains the lead.Full fee: £39.00Senior fee: £31.00Concession: £17.00 -
More bridge for beginners: evening
Course Date: Fri 26 Jan 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetFull fee: £149.00Senior fee: £149.00Concession: £66.00 -
Bridge: the competitive auction
Course Date: Wed 18 Apr 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetForearmed with a solid foundation in the bidding and playing of bridge, we must now face the opposition! Consolidate the use of overcalls and learn how takeout doubles can snatch contracts away from your opponents! Come and develop your killer instinct at the card table!Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £143.00Concession: £79.00 -
Bridge: more defensive bidding
Course Date: Wed 18 Apr 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop your declarer card play and improve your use of signals and discards to communicate with your partner. Don’t rely on mind-reading, winking or coughing at the table to describe your hand!Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £143.00Concession: £79.00 -
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