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PLAY BRIDGE IN NEW ZEALAND
bridge
the game for life
Bridge combines strategy, logic, intuition and fun to create the best game you’ll ever play. Played by all ages, across the globe, Bridge not only introduces you to a whole new community of people, but research studies have shown that Bridge also benefits your personal wellbeing and brain health.
More than just about the game, the Bridge club is for many, their “third place” (after home and work) … that brings together people from all ages and social and ethnic groups
NEW ZEALAND BRIDGE LESSONS
Bridge is a popular card game that is enjoyed by millions of people around the world. It is a challenging and rewarding game that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. If you are interested in learning how to play bridge, there are many resources available to help you get started. There are free contract bridge lessons available online, and there are also many bridge clubs and organisations that offer beginner bridge lessons.
One of the best ways to learn bridge is to take a beginner bridge class. These classes will teach you the basics of the game, including how to bid, play, and score. You will also have the opportunity to practice your skills with other beginners.
If you are looking for a more personalised learning experience, you can also hire a bridge tutor. A tutor can help you learn the game at your own pace and can provide you with feedback on your progress.
Once you have learned the basics of bridge, you can start playing against other players. There are many bridge clubs and organisations that offer regular bridge games. You can also play bridge online with people from all over the world.
Bridge is a great way to challenge your mind and have fun at the same time. It is a game that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.
How Many Players?
Bridge is a card game for four players, two against two.
How is it Played?
Bridge is a trick taking game and shares similarities with Whist and Five Hundred.
Is it Hard?
Bridge can be played and enjoyed at all levels - from novice to masters.
Where can I Play?
You can play Bridge casually or on a regular basis – both online and in clubs.
famous players
Isacc Mizrahi, New York Fashion designer
“Seriously, nobody cool doesn’t play Bridge – everybody I know that plays Bridge is super cool”
Warren Buffett, billionaire investor
Bridge is such a sensational game that I wouldn’t mind being in jail if I had three cellmates who were decent players and who were willing to keep the game going 24 hours a day.”
W. Somerset Maugham, Author and playwright
“when all else fails – sport, love, ambition – Bridge remains a solace and an entertainment.”
Martina Navratilova, Tennis legend
“No matter where I go, I can always make new friends at the Bridge table.”
Bill Gates, Microsoft founder and billionaire
“I love Bridge – everybody that is good at Bridge is going to be good at a lot of things.”
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