FAQ's
1. LEVELS OF INSTRUCTION
Classes are available for beginners through intermediate players. (Advanced instruction is available upon request.) Please check the Schedules of Classes and Course Descriptions for details. All bridge instructors are accredited by the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) and are Life Masters.
2. COST
Students pay $10 per lesson. There is no package price for a series of lessons. "Pay-As-You-Go" is the policy at Nancy's Bridge House. Payment may be made in cash or by check before the start of each class.3. FIRST CLASS FREE
Each first-time student to NBH is entitled to the first lesson FREE.4. CLASS SIZE
The maximum size of beginner classes at Nancy's Bridge House is 4 tables, which gives time for plenty of individual attention and encouragement.
5. LENGTH OF SERIES
A series of lessons usually lasts 7 weeks. Please check Class Schedules on website for exact dates.
6. LENGTH OF CLASS
Most classes last 2 hours.7. PARTNER
You do not need to bring a partner to any class or game, but are always welcome to do so.8. HOW LONG BEFORE I CAN PLAY BRIDGE?
Beginners will play bridge their very first lesson at Nancy's Bridge House.9. ACCELERATED LEARNING
For those players ready to move ahead at an accelerated pace, Nancy's Bridge House offers several levels of instruction. Students may choose the level that suits them.10. MAKE-UP CLASSES
No make-up classes are scheduled, however every effort will be made to supply students with any hand-out materials. If you must miss a class, there is plenty of review at the beginning of every class so that you can catch up.11. DROP-OUT POLICY
If for any reason you must drop out of a series of lessons, you may start a new series and you will not be charged to repeat the lessons for which you have already paid.12. BRIDGE BOOKS
All texts used at Nancy's Bridge House are available at a discount if ordered through Nancy's Bridge House. They are also available at local bookstores and Amazon.13. ENROLL
To enroll in any series of lessons offered by Nancy's Bridge House, contact Nancy Driscoll at (831) 477-9561 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
14. GAMES
To play in any of the games offered at Nancy's Bridge House, sign-ups are not required. Bring your own partner or if you need a partner, Nancy or Mary will arrange one for you.
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Nancy's Notes
The new year has started off with a BANG at Nancy's Bridge House! Mary and I are thrilled with the number of new students and returning students who have joined the Nancy's Bridge House family in 2012. Our classes (BIDDING and INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS) are completely filled and our Monday Night 99'er Game has built up to 10 tables. In case you haven't heard, we have expanded into the Main Building at the Live Oak Senior Center for our games to accommodate so many players. One more thing. . . I've decided to direct one Non-Life Master game monthly on Sunday afternoons. Check the schedule to see when the next one is scheduled.
THURSDAY WORKSHOPS FOR INTERMEDIATES
From January until the end of February, I will continue my popular series of 2-hour workshops on Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon, covering a variety of beyond-beginner bridge topics. These workshops are designed for intermediate players who want to expand those bridge skills learned in the beginning classes or who want to reach the next plateau in their bridge game See "WORKSHOPS" page for specific dates and topics. The class fee is $10; reservations not required.
BIDDING CLASS (Beginners/Brush-Up)
Mary is now offering an 8-week beginner bridge course, called BIDDING This class will meet on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. See "BIDDING" page for specific dates and topics. The class fee is $10; reservations not required.
One of the unique features of the NBH curriculum is that it is made up of four separate beginner courses: BIDDING, CONVENTIONS, PLAY OF THE HAND and DEFENSE. Each course follows in order, giving the beginning student the assurance that there will be 32 weeks of instruction covering nearly a full year. For continuing students, the certainty of the NBH schedule offers the opportunity to re-take those lessons/classes that may need a little more attention.
MONDAY NIGHT 99'ER GAME
I direct an ACBL-sanctioned duplicate game most Monday nights for players with fewer than 100 masterpoints. The game is held in the Main Building of the Live Oak Senior Center. You are welcome to bring your questions at 6 p.m. for a brief Q & A session, followed by the game. The game will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. and usually wraps up by 9 p.m. This game is especially for players who want to hone their newly-acquired bridge skills in a friendly, fun atmosphere at an easy pace. The table fee is $7, which includes light refreshments. No sign-up is required. Bring your favorite partner or call me in advance at 477-9561 to arrange one for you. See "GAMES" page for specific dates.
SUNDAY AFTERNOON NLM GAME
Many of our continuing students are beginning to play in regular duplicate games and tournaments. In order to offer them a chance to work on their endurance and concentration, I'm directing a Non-Life Master game one Sunday afternoon a month. The game starts at 1 p.m.sharp, the table fee is $7 and you should bring your own partner. All members of Unit 550 and other bridge players in the community are invited to play in this full-length, competitive game. See "GAMES" page for specific dates.