`` Redwood Bridge Club


Introduction to Bridge 1
Introduction to Bridge 2
Basic Declarer Strategies
Polishing the Basics II
Defensive Strategies
Play and Learn


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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Defensive Strategies: The Big Picture

Successful defense begins with choosing the right overall strategy. In this class, we will explore the major defensive approaches used by expert players and learn when each is most effective. Topics include active versus passive defense, leading trumps to reduce declarer ruffing power, trump promotions and uppercuts, and forcing defenses that disrupt declarer control of the trump suit and the hand. Through discussion and example hands, students will learn how to recognize the clues that point to the best defensive plan and how defenders can work together to defeat the contract.

Classes starts on Tuesday, July 14th

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

Class is six weeks

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

Teacher: David Walters

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Play and Learn: Random Hands

Practice bridge by playing random hands and learning from every deal. After every hand we will discuss bidding, play, defense, and scoring, exploring different stategies and decision-making techniques. A great way to build confidence, sharpen skills, and learn through active participation.

Class starts on Tuesday, July 14th

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

Class is six weeks

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

Teacher: David Walters

Signup Here for Play and Learn