`` Redwood Bridge Club


Introduction to Bridge 1
Introduction to Bridge 2
Basic Declarer Strategies
Polishing the Basics II
Secrets to Good Opening Leads


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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Basic Declarer Strategies: 5-Tips to Simplify Card Combination

Basic Declare Strategies

Classes starts on Monday, June 1

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:
        Make a Plan
        Combine Your Chances
        Know the Best Odds
        Know When to Lead a High Card
        Watch Out for the Oppenents

Teacher: David Walters

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Polishing the Basics II

Improve Your Understanding of Auctions

Classes starts on Monday, June 1

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

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

Topics covered will include:
        Notrump and Stoppers
        Notrump and Distribution
        Two Over One Responses. Avoid Getting too High
        The Describer and the Decider
        Closeout Bids

Teacher: David Walters

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Secrets to Good Opening Leads

The opening lead can make or break a contract. In this class, you will learn how to choose smarter opening leads by using the clues from the auction and your hand to put immediate pressure on declarer.

Class starts on Tuesday, March 17th

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

Class is six weeks

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

Topics covered will include:
        Interpreting the bidding to find the best lead
        Leading from sequences and broken honors
        When to lead trump - and when not to
        Attacking versus passive leads
        Avoiding common and costly opening lead mistakes

Through practical examples and guided discussion, you will develop a clear plan for the opening lead instead of guessing. This class will help you turn more contracts into defensive wins and give you greater confidence every time you put that first card on the table.

Teacher: David Walters

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