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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-09-18/
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-11-06/
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SUMMARY:Sharpen Your Competitive Edge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901\nSend Email \n\n\n\nYou will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts. The opponents will often get into your auction (and you into theirs) in this course. You will add tools to overcome the competition and use the bidding to help your play of the hand. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed for players who understand the basics\, but are working on accurately assessing their hand strength to avoid overbidding or underbidding – players who are refining techniques like finesses\, setting up long suits and entry management. We will cherish mistakes in class and grow stronger from them. \n\n\n\nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding\, play and defense concepts\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years.  Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nThe 8-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two Bids\nStrong Two-Club Opening\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand Defense\nSecond Hand Defense\n\n\n\n\nWeak Two\nStrong 2 Club\nBidding Judgment – Uncontested\nBidding Judgment – Contested\nCompeting and Sacrificing\nCombating Weak Openings\nThird Hand\nSecond Hand\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/sharpen-your-competitive-edge/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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