Bridge 1: module 3 - the competitive auction

Course

In London

£ 139 VAT inc.

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  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Forearmed with a solid foundation in the bidding of playing of bridge, we must now face the opposition! Consolidate the use of overcalls and learn how takeout doubles can snatch contracts away from your opponents. Come and develop your killer instinct at the card table!

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

• know the basic requirements for a suit overcall and how to differentiate between a simple overcall and a jump overcall
• Explain what is meant by a take-out double and know when to use it
• Respond to your partner’s takeout double
• Bid Stayman and how to respond to a Stayman enquiry.

There are no additional costs other than note-taking materials.

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Course programme

We will focus on learning to compete in a competitive auction and consolidate defensive and declare play. We will cover when and when not to overcall and how to use and respond to a take-out double. You will be introduced to the concept of conventions by learning when and how use Stayman.

Teaching methods include prepared hands to play; Q & A; quizzes and recapitulation. All handouts will be provided including worksheets for optional homework practice and if you have access to the internet recommendations will be made as to downloadable bridge materials.

Additional information

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Bridge 1: module 3 - the competitive auction

£ 139 VAT inc.