LEARN BRIDGE GREENSBORO
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Declarer Play is the Best
There are three parts of the bridge game each player has to learn: Bidding, Declarer Play and Defense.
To improve your bidding, you need to master your basic system and work on hand evaluation. Counting points only gets you so far. Good bidding can get you to a good contract, but you have to play the hand to reap the benefits.
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To improve your game results, you need to work on your declarer play. Learning to read your hands to identify your source(s) of tricks is a good starting point. Many players focus only on the high cards even when they are in short suits. Learn the various ways of establishing a suit.
I am offering a course on Play of a Notrump Contract starting Monday, August 4. See below. There are many other resources you can turn to. Some I am familiar with are Bridge Master, Just Declare, Mini-Bridge and Vu-Bridge. There is more information under Tips & Resources.​​​
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Meanwhile, try these Beginner practice hands from Larry Cohen or these Intermediate practice hands from Bobby Wolff.
For more information or to reserve a space, contact Judy Hellen at Judy@LearnBridgeGSO.com or text/call 336.558.3613.
Improving your declarer play is one of the best ways to improve your results at the bridge table. Learning to identify your source(s) of tricks and how to establish winners are essential skills in notrump and suit contracts. Whether you are a developing player or a seasoned play who struggles with notrump play, this class is for you. Each class will be packed with practice hands. Enroll now to reserve a spot in this very fun course.​
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Aug. 4: The Thought Process
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Aug. 11: Splits and Counting
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Aug. 18: More Suit Establishment
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Aug. 25: Entries - Unblocking and overtaking
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Dates: Mondays, August 4, 11, 18 and 25
Time: 9:30 am - 11:45 am
Location: Fellowship Presbyterian Church, 2005 New Garden Rd, Greensboro
Instructor: Judy Hellen, Judy@LearnBridgeGSO.com or 336-558-3613
Cost: $100 for all four sessions or $30 for any single session
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To register or for more information, please contact the instructor
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Introduction to Two-over-One
Judy Hellen will run a practice session on two-over-one bidding on Wednesday, July 16. This session is not restricted to students of the just completed class. All are welcome.
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Date: Wednesday, July 16
Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Fellowship Presbyterian Church, 2005 New Garden Rd, Greensboro
Instructor: Judy Hellen, Judy@LearnBridgeGSO.com or 336-558-3613
Cost: $20
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To register or for more information, please contact the instructor
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Supervised Play and Learn
Cecelia Ray is offering Supervised Play and Learn on Fridays. Bring your bridge buddies or come alone to meet up with other players.
Here's what to expect. You will bid and play prepared hands. After each hand we will discuss the likely bidding, the lead and the play. One or more experienced players will be there to assist you.
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Dates: Fridays, on-going
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Fellowship Presbyterian Church,
2005 New Garden Rd, Greensboro
Cost: $10 each session
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Although reservations are not required, for planning purposes please notify Cecelia in advance at CeceliaRay@gmail.com or text/call 336.601.5058.