Intermediate / Newcomer Games
We have a lot of games and sections with games that cater to players with limited Masterpoints. Even one SWISS game.
If you're a new player, or just new to Duplicate Bridge, we think you'll enjoy the following games:
EZ Game
Less than 30 Masterpoints
The EZ Game consists of a 20 minute lesson followed by 2 1/2 hours of play. Players who come without partners will be matched with the next available "single" player. The director will play ONLY to fill out a table so as to avoid a sit-out.
Each session consists of a minimum of 12 hands (usually 16, but dictated by the speed of play) with awards of fractional masterpoints. Pre-dealt hands and hand records with analysis are provided. This class is a learning experience where players can request bidding help with problem hands of up to two questions per player. Meet other bridge players and enjoy free snacks and coffee.
Fridays at 9 AM
Bridge Center
432A Stierlin Rd.
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 940-1824
For info contact John Williams at 950-254-1041 email.
Monday Morning BC
Less than 100 Masterpoints
Players are invited to play in a very relaxed bridge game. There is also a stratified section for players with less than 200 masterpoints and a stratified open section. Pre-dealt hands and hand records with analysis are provided. Come with a partner or be paired up with other single players. Free snacks are provided. A light lunch is provided before the game.
Mondays at 11:30 AM
Bridge Center
432A Stierlin Rd.
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 940-1824
For info contact John Schwartz (650) 324-2424 email.
Tuesday Noon BC
Less than 100 Masterpoints
There is also a stratified section for players with less than 300 masterpoints and a stratified open section.
Wednesdays at 12 PM
Unity Church
3391 Middlefield Road
Palo Alto
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Wednesday Afternoon 99er
Less than 100 Masterpoints
This game is ideal for new and returning bridge players and those who have played some bridge but are interested in learning to play duplicate bridge. A half-hour lesson precedes play and after the game players receive a copy of the hands that they have played with a brief analysis of each hand. You will be guaranteed a partner to play with if you do not come with your own partner.
Wednesdays at 1:00 PM
Unity Church
3391 Middlefield Road
Palo Alto
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Games are held in the YES room which is at the back of the church off the north parking lot.
For info contact Walter Miller (510) 839-5929 email
Monday Night Swiss
Less than 200 Masterpoints Average
Swiss game for players with a team average of less than 200 masterpoints per person.
First Monday of the month at 6:30 until 10 PM
Unit Swiss
Bridge Center
432A Stierlin Rd.
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 940-1824
Other Club Games
See our Game Schedule for information on all our games.
Never Played Bridge?
If you have not played bridge before or are a new or returning player looking for a classroom experience we suggest you attend one of our classes.