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Bridge Basics 1 - Introduction to Bridge (Prince County)
Course Locations and Times |
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| Fall | St. Eleanors Community Centre | 10/05/2021 - 11/23/2021 | Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Not Open Yet |
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Course Details |
| Description | Bridge provides an opportunity for meeting new people as well as adventure and mental fitness. This introductory course provides an overview of bidding, play and defense. It is designed for individuals with no bridge experience or those who are returning to bridge after an absence from the game.
Week 1 - Introduction, the language of bidding, hand valuation
Week 2 -The bidding ladder, responses, defense
Week 3 -No Trump opening bids and responses
Week 4 - Major suit opening bids and responses
Week 5 - Minor suit opening bids and responses
Week 6 - Rebids by opener
Week 7 - Rebids by responder
Week 8 -The Stayman Convention |
| Requirements | n/a |
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| Objectives | By the end of the course the student will be able to successfully communicate with their partner and enjoy playing a game of Bridge. The course will provide a foundation for future learning of more advanced concepts. |
| Teaching Process | Explanation of concepts, use of visual charts, pre dealt hands and coded cards. Student participation and group problem solving. Practice play |
| UPEI Parking Pass Required? | No |
| Additional Costs? | No |
| Additional Costs or Information | Recommended Textbook: Bridge Basics 1 An Introduction by Audrey Grant
Available at: www.baronbarclay.com |
Course Facilitator
| Name | Josephine Ripley |
| Background |
Member of Summerside Duplicate Bridge Club. Has a keen interest and lifelong love of the game. While living overseas taught recreational bridge to new players.
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