Mostly Notrump
Thursday, October 29, 2026 · 7:15 PM – 9:30 PM PDT
Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States · El Monte, CA
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 Send Email [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Keep Your Balance This Fall … and help the opponents lose theirs Balanced hands are fun to bid – you describe your strength and let partner do the navigating. Very nice, until an annoying opponent disrupts with a nuisance bid. This course is intended for Intermediate level bridge players with at least one year of duplicate experience.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]What you will learn Bid notrump games and slams with confidence — and when to avoid notrump. Compete over their 1NT opening and handle interference over ours. Rebid after suit opening bids, with and without a fit. Notrump declarer play tactics and notrump defensive principles.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]How the class works In this intermediate course, we will combine structured learning with table practice. The learning deals will provide many opportunities to apply what you have learned. You will improve bidding and play technique in a fun, supportive environment. We will do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and conclude each evening by playing deals related to the topic. Attending with a partner is not required. Learning deals are available as downloads so you can play the hands at home (requires Bridge Baron Software). Our course instructor is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to beginners and beyond in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. For more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Topics Notrump Bidding Games and slams How to interfere When they interfere Suit Bidding Responder’s rebid Bidding after a raise When/how to upgrade Play and Defense Find extra tricks Avoid trouble Leads and signals [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Date Topic Bridge Baron Download Sept. 10 Notrump Auctions 1_NOTRUMP_UNCONTESTED Sept. 17 Notrump Slam Auctions 2_NT_SLAM.PPL Oct. 8 Defense to Their Notrump 3_DEF_NT.PPL Oct. 29 Overcome Interference with Our Notrump Nov. 5 Responder’s Rebid Nov. 12 Bidding After a Raise Nov. 19 Notrump Declarer Play Dec. 3 Notrump Defense No class Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 15, 22 or Thanksgiving week.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bridge Baron Support Purchase: BaronBarclay Instructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron Students: For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Payment After registering, below, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: Zelle: Transfer $240 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. Check: Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $240: Frank Smoot 15 Tagus Ct. Portola Valley, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Event details
- Date and time
- Thursday, October 29, 2026 · 7:15 PM – 9:30 PM PDT
- Venue
- Bridge Center, 432A Stierlin Rd, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States · El Monte, CA
- Category
- Education
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 5, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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