Palo Alto Bridge

2 Over 1
2017-07-13 19:15 - 21:30, 2017-07-06 19:15 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
Frank Smoot
(408) 732-5736
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Want to save bidding space? Learn the 2 Over 1 system. It is intended for Intermediate level bridge players with at least one year of duplicate experience who want to learn this system or want a refresher course on it.
Using materials from 2 Over 1 Game Force by Audrey Grant and Eric Rodwell you will learn concepts, do exercises in class and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. There will be light homework consisting of puzzlers at the end of each section in the text.
The in-class hands will be available in electronic format so students can play them at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (see below – requires Bridge Baron software).
Dessert, coffee and tea are also provided.
Our course instructor is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for almost 20 years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment.
Please contact Frank Smoot email for more information.

This 6-Week Course Covers

Introduction to 2/1
1NT Forcing
Rebids
Choose Game or Slam
Variations (1NT semi-forcing, etc)
Add-on Gadgets

Students are expected to provide their own copy of 2 Over 1 Game Force by Audrey Grant and Eric Rodwell which may be purchased at Amazon.com, Barns & Noble and Baron Barclay among other sources. Frank Smoot may be able to order the text at a discount if arrangements are made by May 1.

Class Downloads**

Lesson 1
on 7/2/17 Introduction (Deals 1-4)

Lesson 2
Forcing 1NT (Deals 5-8)

Lesson 3
Rebids (Deals 9-12)

Lesson 4
Review (Deals 17-24)

Lesson 5
Game or Slam (Deals 13-16)

Lesson 6
Review (Deals 25-32)

Bonus Deals
Bonus Deals 1-6
Bonus Deals 7-12

**Downloads may change a couple of days prior to class.Instructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron
Bridge Baron Support
Bridge Baron Website. We usually have copies of Bridge Baron at class which we sell at a discount.

*After registering, please send a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $175 to hold your spot to:
Frank Smoot
528 S Taaffe St
Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Board of Directors
2017-07-13 15:30

Upgraded Club Championship (Pairs) Includes Limited MP Section
2017-07-12 19:00

Beginning Bridge
2017-07-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2017-06-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2017-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
Learn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome.
For people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics.
Notes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes.
Our course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment.
Please contact Kathy Harper at (650) 207-1816 email for additional information.

PLAY & LEARN Beginning Bridge
Dates

Introduction to Bridge
Choosing a Contract
June 19

Opening Bids and Selecting the Best Game
Opening 1NT
June 26

Major Suit Opening Bids
Minor Suit Opening Bids
July 10

Dummy Points
July 24

Responder Bids Notrump
Opener Bids Notrump
July 31

Takeout Doubles
August 7

Preempts
August 14

Strong 2 Clubs
August 21

Club Open (Pairs) Includes Limited MP Section 499er 11:30
2017-07-04 12:00

Firecracker Sectional
2017-07-02, 2017-07-01, 2017-06-30, 2017-06-29, 2017-06-28 | Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
ACBL Info

Unit Game (Swiss) Includes Limited MP Section Lunch at 11:30
2017-06-25 12:00

Sheila Wimer NLM/500 Sectional
2017-06-25 05:00, 2017-06-24 05:00
The Aspen Lodge, Sierra Canyon, Reno NV Info

Unit Game (Pairs) Includes Limited MP Section Lunch at 11:30
2017-06-24 12:00

Mastering the Fine Points
2017-06-22 19:15 - 21:30, 2017-06-15 19:15 - 21:30 | Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
Frank Smoot
(408) 732-5736
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The opponents love to intrude after we open the bidding. This course discusses ways to overcome hurdles the opponents put in our way, and to penalize them when they bid too much. The auction often suggests which points will be working fully and which will be of little value. See how partner’s and the opponents’ bids identify the fine points and the shabby points. Learn special matchpoint play techniques.
This Intermediate-Advanced course is designed for players with three years of bridge experience (or a healthy sense of adventure).
Using materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn 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’ll learn, even if you’ve played for years and years!
The 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).
Our course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 15+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment.
Please contact Frank Smoot email for more information.

This 6-Week Course Covers

Upgrading after a Raise
Slam Bidding Judgement
Working Honors versus Wasted Values
Hurdling Intererence
Penalizing Interference
Matchpoint Play Strategy

Class Downloads**

Lesson 1
Bidding After a Raise

Lesson 2
Slam Judgement

Lesson 3
Winning Tips

Lesson 4
Penalty Doubles

Lesson 5
Overcome Interference

Lesson 6
Matchpoint Play

**Downloads may change a couple of days prior to class.Instructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron
Bridge Baron Support
Bridge Baron Website. We usually have copies of Bridge Baron at class which we sell at a discount.

*After registering, please send a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $150 to hold your spot to:
Frank Smoot
528 S Taaffe St
Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Club Open (Pairs) Includes Limited MP Section LONGEST DAY
2017-06-21 19:00
Event for Alzheimers charity

Silicon Valley Youth Bridge Board Meeting
2017-06-20 19:30

Silicon Valley Youth Bridge (Pairs) Parent-Child Game
2017-06-18 13:00

East Bay 2-Day Summer Sectional
2017-06-18 05:00, 2017-06-17 05:00
Masonic Center, Oakland CA Info

Learn Bridge In A Day?
2017-06-18 | Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
Do you like to play games or solve puzzles? Would you like to learn a challenging new game? Would you like to meet others who like the same things? Do you want to refresh skills you learned in college? If you answered yes to any of these, here is a marvelous opportunity to learn the ‘Best Card Game Ever’.
Do you have friends or family members who don’t know how to play bridge – but who wish they could enjoy it as you do? Here is your chance to introduce them to the game you love to play.
The Learn Bridge in a Day?™ seminar offers a new method for teaching the basics of bridge. In just four to five hours, students become confident with basic bidding, scoring, and the mechanics of play. The seminar design ensures all information is delivered in a quick, stress-free yet comprehensive manner. Both students and teachers rave about the effectiveness, ease, and enjoyment of the experience.
The seminar will be taught by ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. The seminar includes instruction, student handbook, and light snacks (please bring a lunch).
Registration

Registration is required to ensure you can attend. Your registration is not complete until we have received your payment.

Fill out and submit the form below (one per person), or,
Print a registration form, fill it out (multiple people OK) and mail it to Kathy Harper with your payment.

If you registered online you can check to see if you have already registered. If you registered directly with Kathy you will need to contact her to verify your registration.
Payment
Write a check payable to Kathy Harper and mail it to:
Kathy Harper
1681 Stone Pine Lane
Menlo Park CA 94025
If you are paying for more than one person please include the names of the people for whom you are paying.
For more information contact Kathy Harper kharper100@aol.com, (650) 207-1816.

Silicon Valley Youth Bridge (Pairs) Pizza Party
2017-06-17 15:00

Club Open (Pairs) Includes Limited MP Section Shoreline DBC
2017-06-17 10:00
Short lesson for newer players @ 9:30. Reservations are helpful and requested: send email to ShorelineDBC@gmail.com

Club Closed On June 15 only, no game
2017-06-15 11:00

North American Pairs (NAP) (Pairs) Includes Limited MP Section
2017-06-14 19:00

San Francisco Sectional
2017-06-11 05:00
Pomeroy Center, San Francisco CA Info
