Already playing regularly?
Ready to take your bridge game to the next level?
Will Jenner-O’Shea’s Online Lessons are just what you need! Will is one of Australia’s most experienced and dynamic bridge teachers. With over 10 years of teaching under his belt, he’s helped hundreds of Beginners and thousands of Intermediate and Advanced players sharpen their skills. He has a gift for making even the trickiest conventions and strategies clear, practical, and easy to apply. Every Thursday morning, via Zoom - Will will help us navigate the complexities of this game, attend the lesson or watch the recording in your own time.
Whether you’re a Rookie keen to improve or a Restricted player gearing up for Open play, these lessons will give you the tools—and confidence—to level up.
Will Jenner-O'Shea has joined NSBC for another year of great workshops. Will has represented Australia in several bridge events, including the World Mind Games in Beijing in 2008. Not a powerpoint in sight, with his charismatic ways, he very successfully teaches, explains, walks through and personally assists each table. The pace is good, the topics interesting and many "WOW" or "NOW I GET IT!" moments happen at these workshops. Will is the author of the best selling book 20/20 Bidding which is available for purchase at East Lindfield or The Willis.
John Newman has been a cornerstone of the North Shore Bridge Club for nearly a decade, and his sessions are a favourite among our Rookies. Known for his approachable style and knack for making complex concepts easy to understand, John has built a loyal following of players eager to sharpen their skills.
Online Lessons cost Members $17 | $20 for Visitors per lesson. Visitors can buy online lessons by clicking here.
F2F Lessons cost Members $20 | Visitors $25per lesson. Visitors can pay for lessons by clicking here.
Bridge Workshops cost $60 per person which includes Lunch and morning tea and Workshop Booklet.
To see the current schedule of lessons - please see below:
| Course | Days | Time | Venue | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broaden your Game (for people playing regularly who want to improve.) | ||||
Fourth Suit Forcing and Cue Bids - with John These tools help when you have points for game but you’re not sure where to land. They are 100% forcing and give you another chance at a bid... | Friday 22nd Aug | 1pm | East Lindfield | |
| Weak Twos And Responding When To Raise, When to Invite, When to Bid Game. The 2NT Strong Enquiry. Judgement and Vulnerability. Changing Suit. | Thursday | 9:30 am | Online | |
| Card Play Technique - Finesses When to Finesse, and when not to. Which card to lead. Proper card play techniques to maximise your tricks. | Thursday | 9:30 am | Online | |
| Negative Doubles - Part 1 Doubles by the Responder, and what they mean. Using Negative Doubles to find the best contract. How many cards you need to bid in a contested auction. | Thursday | 9:30 am | Online | |
| Negative Doubles - Part 2 Revision and Expansion of Negative Doubles. Refining the point ranges of competitive auctions. How to show Strong and Weak hands in a competitive auction. | Thursday | 9:30 am | Online | |
| Michaels Cue Bid and The Unusual 2NT Two Suited Overcalls to get in the way. Competing with good shape, and weak points. When to consider a sacrifice, and how to deal with the opponent's when they do. | Thursday | 9:30 am | Online | |
Strong Hands and Slams - with Will Showing your point range accurately. The Splinter Convention and valuing shortages. Roman Keycard. | Friday 10th Oct | 10am | East Lindfield | |
