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Bridge Workshop – Defence (Part 1 ) with John Di Mambro

Following the success of John Di Mambro’s recent workshops, we are delighted to continue this series with a new session focused on Defence.

If you are interested in registering for the next course (date to be announced) please complete form above 

Place: Academy

Refreshments: Tea/coffee provided (cake may also be available)

Limited to: 20 participants

This workshop is aimed at regular club players who wish to improve their defensive play.

The session will include:

• An interactive lecture

• Practice using a set of linked pre-dealt boards

• Worksheets to complete during the workshop

• Plenty of opportunities to ask questions

Topics covered:

• Opening leads against no-trump contracts

• Opening leads against suit contracts

• Signalling after the opening lead

• Practice using pre-dealt boards

If demand is sufficient, the workshop will be repeated.

Ideally, but not essential, participants are encouraged to bring their partner.

To enter, please complete the application form below

Once your application is received we will be in touch with payment details to

(Part 1). confirm your place.

Cost: £15 per person (includes tea/coffee)

Tutor: John Di Mambro

TUTOR: John

This workshop is aimed at regular club players who want to improve their defence.  The format will be a one-session interactive lecture followed by playing a set of linked pre-dealt boards. A set of worksheets will be provided as well for completion during the workshop.  There will also be plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Topics include:
Discards
Suit preference signals
Basic defensive strategies
Practice using pre-dealt boards

Entry for this workshop will be limited to 24 people but it will be repeated for others if the demand is sufficient.   Ideally, though not essential, it would be best if your partner can take part as well.

Cost will be £15.00 per person which will include tea/coffee. The tutor for the course will be John Di Mambro.

Please apply by completing the form

TUTOR: John

This workshop is aimed at regular club players who want to improve their game.  The format will be a one-session interactive lecture followed by playing a set of linked pre-dealt boards. A set of worksheets will be provided as well for completion during the workshop.  There will also be plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Topics include:

Declarer techniques – Part 1
More about Stayman
Declarer play in no-trump
Practice using pre-dealt boards

Entry for this workshop will be limited to 24 people but it will be repeated for others if the demand is sufficient.   Ideally, though not essential, it would be best if your partner can take part as well.

Cost will be £15.00 per person which will include tea/coffee. The tutor for the course will be John Di Mambro.

TUTOR: John

This workshop is aimed at regular club players who want to improve their game.  The format will be a one-session interactive lecture followed by playing a set of linked pre-dealt boards. A set of worksheets will be provided as well for completion during the workshop.  There will also be plenty of opportunities to ask questions

Topics include:

Declarer techniques – Part 2
Negative doubles
Declarer play in trump contracts
Practice using pre-dealt boards

Entry for this workshop will be limited to 24 people but it will be repeated for others if the demand is sufficient.   Ideally, though not essential, it would be best if your partner can take part as well.

Cost will be £15.00 per person which will include tea/coffee. The tutor for the course will be John Di Mambro.

Tutor: John Di Mambro

This workshop is aimed at regular club players who want to improve their game.  The format will be a one-session interactive lecture followed by playing a set of linked pre-dealt boards. A set of worksheets will be provided as well for completion during the workshop.  There will also be plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

The session will include:
• Elimination play
• Counting
• Declarer play in No-Trump contracts
• Practical play using pre-dealt boards

Entry for this workshop will be limited to 24 people but it will be repeated for others if the demand is sufficient.   Ideally, though not essential, it would be best if your partner can take part as well.

Cost will be £15.00 per person which will include tea/coffee. The tutor for the course will be John Di Mambro.

Date: Spring 2026

♠ ♥  Workshop – Playing in Teams ♦ ♣ 
TUTOR: John Di Mambro

This year’s excitement for the Leagues is contagious!
We have many divisions ready to compete, and for those of you who are new to this type of play, help is at hand.
Since the League kicks off in September, we’re bringing this workshop forward so you can step into the competition with confidence.

About the Workshop

This specially designed session will focus on the skills and tactics needed for team events, helping you boost both your play and results. The morning will start with an interactive lecture, followed by playing a set of linked, pre-dealt boards. You’ll also receive worksheets to complete during the workshop and have plenty of time to ask questions.

Topics include:

• Tactics to improve your results in team events
• Building stronger partnership understanding
• The importance of convention cards
• Sharpening your defence skills

Cost: £15 (includes tea/coffee)
Places: Limited to 24 participants — We may repeat the workshop if demand is high. Fill in the form if you remain interested.
Tip: It’s ideal (though not essential) to attend with your regular partner

Kindly submit your application via the website.

BACK TO BASICS 
Let’s rewind to the foundations — the solid stuff everything else sits on.

If the basics aren’t clear, the auction feels uncertain… and bridge stops being fun.

Who Is This For?

This session is ideal for Beginners, Play & Learn, No Fear and Lower/middle Bronze players — a confidence top-up rather than a theory overload.

Aim: Confidence and structure, not complexity

Key message: Bridge is logical when everyone knows their job.

The Refresher Session

We’ll spend the first part of the morning revisiting the core building blocks of bidding:

• Opening bids

• Responder’s bids

• Opener’s rebids

• Responders Rebids

In other words — who starts the conversation, how partner replies, and how we continue bidding in a simple, structured way so we land in the right contract.

What We’ll Cover

• What an opening bid shows

• Simple opening rules

• Responder’s first job

• Simple rebid options

• Common landing spots

No slams. No heroics. Just getting home safely.

Play Session

After the refresher, depending on table numbers, we’re considering a mini tournament — calm, controlled, and hopefully without the usual bidding-induced trauma

Cost : £10.00 — including coffee, tea, and a relaxed morning of bridge

To register your interest in this course, please click HERE to apply and register or complete and send form