LEARN BRIDGE GREENSBORO
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Play of the Hand for Everybody
Bridge is a trick-taking game. No matter where you enjoy the game, play of the hand is the same. We are planning numerous opportunities in 2026 on this part of the game.
May, 2026 Classes
Bridge Basics 1: An Introduction. Tuesday afternoons starting May 5. See below
The Slam Toolkit: Explore how and when to reach a slam contract. For advanced beginner or intermediate players. Wednesday mornings starting May 6. More to come.
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Modern No Trump Auction: Bidding after a notrump open is easy until it isn't. For advanced players. Thursday mornings starting May 7. More to come.
Current Class Offerings
Upcoming Classes​​
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Bridge Basics 1: Introduction to Bridge
with Barbara Pomer
Practice Sessions, Feb 17 and 24
Contact Barbara to reserve space.
bdpomer@gmail.com or 336-202-1299
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The Slam Toolkit
with Peter J. Boyd-Bowman
Contact Judy Hellen to reserve space.
or 336-558-3613
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Modern No Trump Auctions
with Peter J. Boyd-Bowman
Contact Judy Hellen to reserve space.
or 336-558-3613
Current Classes​​
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Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding
with Tom May
Last classes April 15 and 22.
For more information or to reserve a space, contact Judy Hellen at Judy@LearnBridgeGSO.com or text/call 336.558.3613.
Bridge Basics 1: An Introduction
Bridge Basics 1: An Introduction is designed for those who are new to bridge and those who want to re-enter the game (remember college). This course provides an overview of modern bidding, play of the hand and defense techniques. The popular Barbara Pomer is the instructor.
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Four sessions are scheduled for Tuesday afternoons starting May 5.
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May 5: The Basics of Bridge, a trick-taking game
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May. 12: Notrump Openings and Responses
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May. 19: Major Suit Openings and Responses
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May. 26: Minor Suit Openings and Responses
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Location: Fellowship Presbyterian Church, 2005 New Garden Rd., Greensboro
Time: 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: $100 for all four sessions or $30 for individual sessions. An accompanying book is highly recommended and may be purchases at a discount at the first session.
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To register or for more information, contact Barbara Pomer at bdpomer@gmail.com or 336-202-1299.
Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding
with Tom May
Have you ever passed after the opponents opened the bidding—and then watched them settle comfortably into their best contract? Competitive bidding gives you the tools to get into the auction and make life harder for the other side.
Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding begins Wednesday, February 25, in an 8-week series taught by Tom May, known for his clear explanations and patient teaching style.
What You’ll Learn
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Preemptive opening bids
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Overcalls (suit and notrump)
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Takeout doubles and how to respond
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How competitive auctions change responder’s bids, including cuebidding and the Law of Total Tricks
Course Format
Four topics taught over two weeks each: one instructional session followed by a practice session for reinforcement.
Details
Dates & Time: Wednesdays, Feb 25–Apr 15, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 noon
Location: Fellowship Presbyterian Church, 2005 New Garden Rd, Greensboro
Instructor: Tom May, dtommay92@gmail.com, 336-210-2892
Cost
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Complete course (8 sessions): $200
Includes companion book or two free plays at a Triad Bridge Club game -
Any 2-session topic: $50
Registration
Judy Hellen
📧 Judy@learnbridgegso.com
📱 336-558-3613 (call or text)