Announcements

Announcements

 

The 2025 District 2 Grand National Teams will be taking place mid-June in Mississauga, ON. All players are invited, but in particular,  they are looking for players in Flights B and C to participate. Flights are as follows:

 
Open Flight - No Masterpoint limits
Flight A - Under 6000 Masterpoints
Flight B - Under 3000 Masterpoints
Flight C - Non-Life Master under 750 Masterpoints
(as of Sept 6, 2024 masterpoint cycle)
 

Winners of each Flight will represent District 2 in the North American Final, to be played at the Philadelphia NABC starting on July 23, 2025. Entries at the National Final will be covered by the ACBL or District 2. All players must be paid-up ACBL members and residents of District 2. Teams may consist of 4, 5 or 6 members. Members must play at least 1⁄2 the number of matches or sessions and 1⁄2 the boards of each KO matches.

 

Dates: June 14 and 15 if necessary
Times: 10:00 am & TBA
Cost: $20 per person per session.
Place: MObridge facilities at 2225 Erin Mills Pkwy, Mississauga, ON L5K 1T9
Unit 155A in Sheridan Mall
Coffee / tea and snacks available on site.
Pre-registration deadline is June 8.
Teams are required to Pre-register with the DISTRICT CO-ORDINATOR,
who may be able to help Individuals / Pairs looking for Partners / Teammates
 
DISTRICT CO-ORDINATOR
Edmund Fok This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 416-678-7911
 
For the District 2 Condition of Contest, click here.
 

Please note that due to a facility cancellation, there will be NO GAME this Saturday, February 22nd. Our regular Saturday game will resume the following week. We regret the inconvenience.

Arrivederci winter!!
Bridge Manitoba will be hosting a social event on Saturday, March 15th. Come out for an afternoon of bridge, happy hour, and an Italian-inspired dinner. Bring your favorite dessert to cap off the evening!
Tickets will be on sale at our games starting February 26th, but in the meantime, mark this fun event on your calendars!
For more information, click here.

 

 

 

 

 

Bridge Basics 1: An Easy Intro to Duplicate Bridge

Saturday mornings, March 8 - May 3, 2025

 

Learn the basics of one of the world’s most challenging and enjoyable games in a relaxed and friendly class of beginners. For people who have never encountered bridge, and those who have never studied it formally. As you have fun, you will learn the fundamental mechanics of the game with an emphasis on bidding and playing hands. 

 

Some comments from our students

“Great course. Takes you from ‘I’ve never played’ to ‘I understand the basics and can play with others.” 

“Excellent instruction. Great atmosphere for learning.”

“We’ve learned so much, can’t wait to start playing.”

“Thanks for making it a fun game.”

 

Topics

•  Evaluating hands, playing hands, bridge terms, etiquette

•  No Trump opening bids and responses

•  Major suit opening bids and responses

•  Minor suit opening bids and responses

•  Stayman Convention & Transfer Bids to majors and minors

 

Details

•  When: Saturdays, March 8 - May 3, 2025 from 9:15 to 11:15 am

•  Location: Bridge Manitoba, 2050 Chevrier Boulevard (2nd floor, Soul Sanctuary)

•  $125.00 for 9 weeks payable at the first class. 

•  Register This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

•  Instructors:  Kerän & Jim Sanders

 

 Recommended textbook: Audrey Grant’s Bridge Basics 1: An introduction (available at local bookstores or online)

Please note that Bridge Manitoba has temporarily suspended the mentorship program. Anyone interested in restarting the program should contact one of our board members.

  1. Learn How To Play Bridge March 1
  2. Director, please.