Bridge Basics – New to the game? Out of practice? Join us!
This 6-week beginner bridge course, based on the Audrey Grant system, is perfect for those new to the game or returning after time away. By the end, you’ll be able to play bridge at a basic level with friends, private groups, or in beginner-level club games. If interested, join us in a relaxed, warm, and supportive environment as we learn to play what has been called the most fascinating and engaging game ever!
📅 When: Thursdays, 1–3 PM | September 4 – October 16
(No class on September 11 to accommodate the Friends’ Book Sale setup)
📝 Commitment: Students must attend all six weeks and register before the first class on September 4.
💵 Cost: $10 per person includes Audrey Grant's book, "Bridge Basics 1: An Introduction" ($10 value)
👨🏫 Instructor: Dr. Rex Saffer is a retired Professor of Physics and Astronomy, a lifelong scientist and educator with an unquenchable passion for playing and teaching the game of bridge.
You’ll learn:
- Concepts and goals of bridge
- Cards and their values
- Bidding language and the bidding ladder
- Playing with and without trump
- Scoring system
- Counting short-suit values
- Hand evaluation
- Opening requirements & responding to your partner
- Defensive signals
- Minor suits vs. major suits
- Practice hands to reinforce skills
- Date:
- Thursday, October 16, 2025
- Time:
- 1:00pm - 3:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Community Room
- Library:
- Newtown Public Library
- Audience:
- Adults New Adult Seniors
- Categories:
- Games/Board Games
Contact Info
Website | 610.353.1022 x1
questions@newtownlibrary.org
201 Bishop Hollow Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 10am-7pm
Friday-Saturday: 10am-5pm