Classes
Bidding in the 21st Century
Instructor: Jeremy Gulley
When: Mondays, 7pm to 9 pm. Starting October 20th
Cost: $150 per student, book included. Single class $20.
Monday, October 20: Bidding Objectives
Monday, October 27: Responses to 1NT Opening Bids
Monday, November 3: Responses to Opening of One in a Suit
Monday, November 10: Rebids by Opener
Monday, November 17: Rebids by Responder
Monday, November 24: Overcalls and Advances
Monday, December 1: Takeout Doubles and Advances
Monday, December 8: The Stayman Convention
Monday, December 15: Sherpa Game
Course Description
Learn the basics of good bidding in this 8-class lesson series. From learning basic responses to employing advanced conventions like Stayman, this series provides comprehensive guidance to help players confidently navigate every stage of the auction. Join Jeremy each Monday as we go over the exercises, answer questions and then dive into four practice hands that reinforce the week’s concepts. We cap the class series off with a free Sherpa game where we pair you with an experienced player for a short duplicate game.
Questions or want to register? Contact Joe Grill. Joe@13TopTricks.com
Defense in the 21st Century
Instructor: Joe Grill
Wednesdays 7 pm to 9 pm
October 22: Opening Leads vs. No-Trump Contracts
October 29: Open Leads vs. Suit Contracts
November 5: Third Hand Play
November 12: Second Hand Play
November 19: Defensive Signals
November 26: No Class
December 3: Developing Defensive Tricks
December 10: Interfering with Declarer
December 17: Making a Plan
BEST VALUE! All eight lessons with textbook included: $150
Individual lessons: $20 per class; Defense in the 21st Century Textbook: $20
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Defense is the most challenging—and most rewarding—aspect of bridge. This course, based on Audrey Grant and Eric Rodwell’s Defense in the 21st Century, introduces players to the essential tools and techniques needed to become confident defenders.
Over the span of the course, students will learn how to:
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Work effectively with a partner on defense, including signaling and communication methods.
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Make informed opening leads that set the tone for the defense.
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Use count, attitude, and suit-preference signals to guide defensive play.
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Recognize declarer’s plan and develop counter-strategies.
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Apply guidelines for second-hand and third-hand play.
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Balance discipline with judgment to turn defensive opportunities into winning results.
Each lesson combines clear explanations, carefully chosen examples, guided practice deals, and full-table play to reinforce concepts. By the end, students will not only understand the “rules of thumb” but also develop the critical thinking skills necessary to adapt them in real play.
This class is ideal for advancing beginners and intermediate players who want to sharpen their defensive skills and achieve more consistent results at the table.
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Contact Joe Grill for more information: Joe@13TopTricks.com