YC School of Bridge
London MindSports Centre, 21 Dalling Road, W6 0JD

Course & Seminar Schedule

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. Courses are currently running as follows:

• BEGINNERS—for those who have no previous knowledge of bridge. Bidding and card play are the two main elements of bridge and we cover both, providing a firm foundation on which to build bridge expertise. The course teaches a system of bidding based on “Strong No Trump and 5‑card Majors”—a system which is used very widely across the world—so if you learn with us you will be equipped to play bridge wherever you go!

  Wednesday evenings 7.30pm–9.30pm started 3 May 2023

• 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.

  Tuesday evenings 7.30pm–9.30pm started 25 April 2023

• IMPROVERS—providing the developing bridge player with all the tools they need to participate in a regular club duplicate game. Aspects of card play, as both declarer and in defence, are covered more deeply, and less‑frequent auctions are explored more fully, providing students with guidance on how to deal with unexpected situations at the bridge table. Those completing this course will receive a certificate of achievement as a club player.

  (Not currently scheduled.)

For more details of what will be achieved by the student on each of the three Basic courses, please see the Course Objectives page.

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INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE COURSES

We also offer further courses to allow players to develop their bridge skills and extend their knowledge of bridge agreements and conventions, so as to enable them to become better players.  Courses are currently running as follows:

• INTERMEDIATE 1

  Thursday evenings 7.30pm–9.30pm started 13 May 2023

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“IMPROVE YOUR PLAY” SEMINARS

We regularly schedule 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 are highly interactive, with plenty of play hands to help consolidate the points covered. Participants also receive comprehensive handouts to take away

The next series of seminars will be scheduled for Autumn 2023.

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PLAY SESSIONS

The only way to become proficient at anything is practice! We strongly recommend that all students completing courses attend practice play sessions to consolidate their learning. We provide a full range of playing opportunities, available every week, including:

• SUPERVISED PLAY SESSIONS suitable for all levels of player, from those completing the first course upwards, with a tutor on hand to help and advice as needed.

  Every Monday evening 7.30pm–10.00pm

• FRIENDLY DUPLICATE SESSIONS where you can develop your play in a gently competitive environment—our Goldhawks Bridge sessions

  Every Tuesday daytime 11.00am–3.00pm (with a break for lunch in our café)

• 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)

• REGULAR CLUB GAMES—when you are ready for a fully competitive game

  Every Friday evening 7.30pm–10.45pm

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FURTHER INFORMATION AND FEES

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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Each seminar costs £20 for YCBC members or £25 for guests, inclusive of tea/coffee and cake.

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Play sessions cost £8 for daytime sessions, or £10 for evening sessions for club members (£12/£14 for visitors).

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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 1 May 2023