`` Redwood Bridge Club


Introduction to Bridge 1
Introduction to Bridge 2
Fits and Misfits
Deadly Defense


Introduction to Bridge 1 (Part 1 of 3)

Classes starts on September 1, 2026

Class is six weeks

Meets Tuesdays from 9:30 am - 11:30 pm

Cost is $180 for all six weeks.

Start from the very beginning. We only start new beginner classes twice each year.

Topics covered will include:
        Mechanics of the Game
        Strategy of the Game
        Opening One Notrump
        Opening One of a Major

Level is Beginner

Teacher: David Walters

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Introduction to Bridge 2 (Part 2 of 3)

Classes starts on October 13, 2026

Class is six weeks

Meets Tuesdays from 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Cost is $180 for all six weeks

Upon completion of this course, students will start playing bridge. Part three of this course only starts after students have had many play sessions practicing what they learned in parts one and two.

Topics covered will include:
        Opening One of a Minor
        Trumping for More Tricks
        Responder Bids Notrump
        The Second Round of Bidding

Level is Beginner

Teacher: David Walters

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New Course! Fits and Misfits

How do you know when your partnership has found the right fit? What should you do when the hands don't fit together at all? How do you accurately describe distribution so your partner can make the best decision? In this course, you'll learn practical bidding tools that will help you communicate more effectively and reach better contracts.

Classes starts on Monday, September 21

Meets Mondays from 9:30m - 11:30 am

Class is 6 weeks. Cost is $180 for all six weeks or $40 per class

Topics covered will include:
        Playing in the Weak Hand's Long Suit
        A Convenient Minor: How to Proceed
        Responder Takes a Preference: When Opener Bids Two Suits
        Bidding Distributional Hands: Describing Your Shape Accurately
        When Three Cards Are Enough: The Occasional Raise of Responder's Major
        Caution: Misfits Ahead! What to Do When the Hands Don't Fit

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Deadly Defense

In Deadly Defense, you'll learn the fundamental techniques that will help you become a more confident and successful defender. Through clear explanations, practical examples, and guided play, you'll discover how to make better decisions from the opening lead through the final trick.

Classes starts on Monday, September 21

Meets Mondays from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Cost is $180 for all six weeks or $40 per class

Topics covered will include:
        Opening Leads Against Notrump Contracts
        Opening Leads Against Suit Contracts
        Second Hand Low
        Second Hand Low Except
        Third Hand Play
        Introduction to Attitude Signals

Teacher: David Walters

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