Shelley teaches the BridgeWhiz curriculum, which was developed by the ACBL Educational Foundation.
Here is Shelley's sample lesson from each Module:
Module 1 Play of the Hand [Play of the Hand Overview]
Module 2 Bidding Basics [Opening 1NT]
Module 3 Competitive Bidding & Defense [Preemptive Bidding]
Modules 1 and 3 were completed in November, 2024.
I will offer Module 2 starting mid-February, 2025. Watch this Website for more information.
I record all lessons, so if you have to miss a lesson you can catch up with the recording.
1. Play of the Hand (suitable for Kitchen Bridge and new players) - COMPLETED
Thurs Oct 3 to Nov 21 4:00-5:30 PT (excl Oct 10)
7 weeks $140 Cdn or $100 US
The course focuses on proper Play of the Hand techniques, including trick development by Promotion, Ducking to develop long suits, Entry Management, Finessing, Holding up, and avoiding the "Dangerous Opponent".
For those new to Bridge, I recommend that you download to your phone an App called "Tricky Bridge". Modules 1 to 13 take you methodically through the absolute basics of Bridge and important Bridge terminology, to prepare you to understand the lessons more easily.
2. Competitive Bidding & Defense (suitable for Kitchen Bridge and new Players) - COMPLETED
Tues Oct 1 to Nov 26 4:00-5:30 PT (7:00-8:30 ET) - no lesson Oct 15
8 weeks $180 Cdn or $130 US
Learn tools to compete in the Bidding, and make things difficult for the Opponents! (includes Weak 2s, Overcalling, Takeout Double, Negative Double).
The latter half of the course focuses on what to be thinking about as a Defender (Opening Leads, Signalling, 2nd Hand Play, 3rd Hand Play).
3. Both series taken concurrently: $280 Cdn or $200 US (all lessons are recorded for later viewing, and hands are shared for practice later on).
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LESSON FORMAT
All lessons start in Zoom, then we use Shark Bridge for lots of interactive hands-on practice. You can undo or replay the hand, and learn when Shelley demonstrates at your table
All lessons are recorded, so don't worry if you have to miss a lesson. Course materials and pre-lesson videos are available.
To confirm registration, please E-Transfer to (604)603-0930 or shelleyburns3@gmail.com.
Shark Bridge Link
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