General Information
YC School of Bridge
London MindSports Centre, 21 Dalling Road, W6 0JD
Course & Seminar Schedule—Spring 2023
BASIC BRIDGE COURSES
We offer three courses in our Basic Bridge series, taking new players all the way from being completely new to the game through to being competent club players.
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BEGINNERS—for those who have no previous knowledge of bridge.
Tuesday evenings 7.30pm–9.30pm starting 17 January
Thursday afternoons 1.00pm–3.00pm starting 19 January
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NEXT STEP—suitable for anyone who has completed the first course, or for anyone who has a basic knowledge of bridge but is in need of an update or a refresh of their knowledge.
Wednesday evenings 7.30pm–9.30pm starting 18 January
Sunday mornings 11.00am–1.00pm starting 22 January
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IMPROVERS—providing the developing bridge player with all the tools they need to participate in a regular club duplicate game. Those completing this course will receive a certificate of achievement as a club player.
Thursday evenings 7.30pm–9.30pm starting 19 January
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Course Details
Each standard course consists of eight 2‑hour lessons, taking place once a week, plus two practice play sessions to be attended after completion of the lessons.
Courses cost £160 per person per course, inclusive of expert tuition, course notes, club and EBU membership, tea and coffee during sessions, access to tutors for help and assistance.
Those who are new to bridge, and unsure as to whether it is for them, are welcome to attend the first lesson of the beginners course free and without commitment. We are sure that you will enjoy it and want to sign up after attending!
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“IMPROVE YOUR PLAY” SEMINARS
We have scheduled a series of seminars aimed for those who have completed courses but feel they would like to revise some aspects of what they have learned, and for those who learned their bridge some time ago but would like to brush up bridge skills that may be a little rusty or in need of development.
The seminars will concentrate on helping to improve aspects of bidding and play that crop up all the time at the table, rather than introducing new system gadgets and conventions. They will be highly interactive, with plenty of play hands to help consolidate the points covered.
The seminars will be presented by Chris Duckworth, former EBU Education Manager and English international, and will be held on the first Wednesday of each month 2.00pm–5.00pm, starting on 1 February 2023. Each seminar will cover a different topic—attend as many or as few as you wish—but the more you attend, the better your bridge will become!
1 February: Hand Evaluation
How to work out how good your hand really is, how well it fits with partner and how ambitious you should be in the auction.
1 March: Planning the Play
It is vital that you always make a plan before playing to the first trick. This session will help you work out the best strategy for the contract you have reached.
5 April: Low‑level Doubles
Double is probably the most flexible and useful call in your armoury if you remember to use it! This seminar covers some different situations when double is the answer to your problems, and how to respond when partner doubles.
3 May: Trump Management
We all know it is often a good idea to draw trumps. But when should you delay doing so, and how do you ensure you retain trump control?
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Each seminar costs £20 per head for YCBC/Goldhawks members or £25 for guests, inclusive of tea/coffee and cake. There is no need to come with a partner. Please book your place using the Event Entry tab on the YCBC website at ycbc.co.uk.
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PLAY SESSIONS
The only way to become proficient at anything is practice! We provide a full range of playing opportunities, available every week, including:
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SUPERVISED PLAY SESSIONS suitable for all levels of player, with a tutor on hand to help and advice as needed.
Every Thursday evening 7.30pm–10.00pm
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DAYTIME CLUB GAME—for all players from intermediate level upwards. Enjoy an afternoon game that finishes before the rush hour, with the option of lunch beforehand in our café
Every Thursday afternoon 1.00pm–4.00pm (starting 12 January 2023)
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REGULAR CLUB GAMES—when you are ready for a fully competitive game
Every Monday evening 7.15pm–10.30pm
Every Friday evening 7.30pm–10.45pm
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Play sessions cost £8 for daytime sessions, or £10 for evening sessions for club members (£12/£14 for visitors). Online practice play sessions are also available at £5 per session.
To book course places or for more information, contact Chris by email at manager@ycbc.co.uk or call 07713 322420.
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Item last updated 24 November 2022
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