For the fifth year, Celebrity Bridge webinars for the Peninsula bridge community are coming in 2026.  Last year we offered on-line lectures by noted teachers Amber Lin, Adam Parrish,  Barbara Seagram, Michael Berkowitz and an in-person lecture by Robert Todd.  In prior years we hosted a number of famous bridge teachers at our bridge center including, Larry Cohen, Barbara Seagram, Jerry Helms, Eddie Kantar, Donna Compton and Robert Todd.

In 2026, we will be providing five webinars.  These seminars will be held online on Zoom or in-person.  Zoom registration will include access to a recording of the session and any materials used; therefore, you don’t have to attend to get the benefit.  In-person registration will include class material.

When held on Zoom, presenters may disable speech for all attendees to control interruptions.  If so, participants will use Chat to ask or answer questions.  Here are the instructions for using Chat in a Zoom session.

Our current schedule is:

  • January 24 – Amber Lin:  How to Defend Against 3NT
  • April 11 – Adam Parrish: Planning the Play in NT
  • June 20 – Barbara Seagram:  Stripped and Cornered – End Play Magic
  • October 10 – Michael Berkowitz:  Counting as Declarer
  • October 17 – Michael Berkowitz:  Counting as Defender

If you have questions about this program email us at unit503.seminars@gmail.com

You can purchase past online seminar video and supporting material.

Count Me In
Michael Berkowitz Webinars

Counting as Declarer:  Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:30-11:00am
Counting as Defender:  Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:30-11:00am

We’re delighted to welcome Michael Berkowitz back for two Saturday mornings on counting — the skill that quietly separates good players from very good ones.

This lesson will benefit Intermediate and more advanced players, although all are welcome


With deep bridge knowledge honed over years of learning from the best in the world, Michael has become one of the premier and most acclaimed bridge instructors worldwide.Students recognize Michael for his ability to clearly communicate bridge concepts.He will help elevate your game, breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand lessons.