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Contract Bridge for Beginners

Discover the fascinating world of Contract Bridge! Join our introductory course and learn the fundamentals of bidding, playing the hand, and scoring. Meet new people, challenge your mind, and have fun with the world's greatest card game.

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $145
  • 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours over 5 sessions
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  • $145
  • Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave 2nd Fl, Chicago, IL 60641
  • 10 hours over 5 sessions
  • $20 Materials Fee will be collected at the time of the class.
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this games training:

An introduction to the game that is fun, mentally stimulating, and a great way to meet people.

The first hour of this class is instruction and covers the basics of bidding, playing the hand, and scoring. The second hour will be open play where you can practice what you've learned, ask questions, and have fun playing the world's greatest card game.  

Note: $20 Materials Fee will be collected at the time of the class.

Refund Policy

Registration Fee:

  • A non-refundable registration fee of $15.00 is charged per person each time a student registers for classes.

Class Credit Vouchers:

  • If you are forced to withdraw before the first class date, you must notify us at least 5 working days prior to the first class meeting, please contact us at [email protected] during regular business hours. Failure to do so will cancel any transaction.
  • Vouchers are issued only for amount of the class fee (less the non-refundable $15 reg. fee). The credit voucher is valid for nine months and must be used before the expiration date. After that it will no longer be valid.
  • The voucher is not redeemable for cash or goods and the original must be presented in person or by mail. (Photo copies are not valid.)
  • Important:
    • There are no class credit vouchers, transfers, refunds issued for one-session classes after the class meeting.
    • No refunds will be issued for classes which are postponed due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond our control.

Class Transfers:

  • If you wish to transfer to another class or section within a class AFTER you have registered, you must notify us at least 5 working days prior to the first class meeting, please contact us at [email protected] during regular business hours.
  • Additional fees apply. A $15 transfer fee will be charged per person and it must be paid prior to starting the new class.

Schedule Changes:

  • The school reserves the right to change course locations, schedules and instructors when necessary.
  • Rain dates will be scheduled for outdoor classes postponed due to inclement weather conditions.
  • Prices subject to change without notice.

Course Cancellations:

  • Those classes with insufficient enrollment will be canceled prior to their starting date. Whenever possible, students will be notified.

Refund Policy:

  • No refunds will be given unless a class is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Refunds will not be issued under any other circumstances. Allow 2-3 weeks.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Discovery Center (277)

(4.3-star rating across 277 reviews)
  • Contract Bridge for Beginners

    Reviewed by Lawrence H. on 2/16/2023
    Great instructor, lots of individual attention. Very worthwhile.
  • Contract Bridge for Beginners

    Reviewed by Sharon M. on 5/13/2022
    The instructor was very thorough. He constantly referred to items in the book provided. He was very patient in answering questions and pointing out mistakes. I would recommend his class to anyone interested in learning bridge.
  • Contract Bridge for Beginners

    Reviewed by Sandra M. on 5/31/2019
    A great intro to the exciting world and language of bridge, especially for those familiar with other trick/trump card games. Very knowledgeable, no-nonsense instructor. Highly recommend this as an intro to a new hobby!
  • Contract Bridge for Beginners

    Reviewed by Beth N. on 12/21/2019
  • Contract Bridge for Beginners

    Reviewed by Laura K. on 12/20/2019
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Students at Contract Bridge for Beginners express a high degree of satisfaction with the course, finding the instruction thorough, patient, and informative. They praise the instructor's knowledge and ability to provide individual attention, frequently referencing material from the course book to illustrate points. As they continue to learn, the students become more acquainted with the exciting world and language of bridge, which is a helpful starting point for those already familiar with other trump card games. They leave the course feeling more confident in their understanding of the game and its intricacies, equipped with a new hobby, and they highly recommend the class to others interested in learning to play bridge. Their ability to spot mistakes and ask questions was praised, illustrating an engaging learning environment. Overall, the course provides a solid and accessible introduction to bridge, making it worth the time and effort. 1. "Great instructor, lots of individual attention. Very worthwhile." 2. "The instructor was very thorough... He was very patient in answering questions and pointing out mistakes." 3. "A great intro to the exciting world and language of bridge...Highly recommend this as an intro to a new hobby!"

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