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Don't miss Joan Butts' 4th lesson on June 5 (be careful, we changed the schedule for the this one!). For those who missed Lesson 3, you can see a replay of the lesson here.
Joan really enjoyed her live lessons with BBO and was happy that the you, the audience, asked questions and got involved. If you watched the lesson live, we hope you enjoyed it and learned something new.
The lessons were pitched at intermediate players, but don't worry if you find the level a bit advanced. We'll be offering live lessons for other ability levels in the near future.
Lesson 4 will once again be featured live on Vugraph, but don't worry if you can't watch live. All lessons will be available on the BBO YouTube channel after the event. The benefit of watching live is that you'll be able to ask questions during the lessons.
Make sure to double check the date - this will depend on your time zone.
| Lesson 1: The Power of Two Suited Overcalls This lesson will show you how to enter the auction with weak two-suited hands. | Saturday, May 15 Click here for the notes and replay |
| Lesson 2: Fourth Suit Forcing. When you have two good hands, want to play at least game, but are not sure of the best spot, this is a good gadget to use. | Saturday, May 22 Click here for the notes and replay |
| Lesson 3: The Negative Double. A popular way to show partner what you have when the opponents overcall and try to upset your bidding. Don't let them! | Saturday, May 29 Click here for the notes and replay |
| Lesson 4: Responding to Partner’s Takeout Double. This is the time to be precise about your points, and to show partner exactly who has the balance of power. | CET (Paris) - 3 pm, Sat, June 5 AEST (Sydney) – 11 pm, Sat, June 5 EDT (New York) – 9 am, Sat, June 5 PST (California) – 6 am, Sat, June 5 BST (London) – 2 pm, Sat, June 5 ==> Add to your calendar by clicking here |
If you miss the live lesson, you can catch-up after the event on the BBO YouTube channel.
Joan Butts is a well-known bridge personality who's represented Australia and taught thousands of people to play. She owns a bridge club and has a passion for bridge education.
In 2011, Joan was appointed the Australian Bridge Federation’s National Teaching Coordinator. In this capacity she trains teachers, introducing them to the latest methods in bridge education, and creating and running professional development programmes.
This was beautiful Admin. Thank you for your reflections.
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would like a lesson in staman
I would love to come when it's live, but 6AM Sat PST? Even 7 could work. Please,have a heart....
Went to Vugraph as per instructions, but didn't see it listed.
This is an excellent initiative. I hope BBO and Joan will always continue to offer free Lessons on BBO
Hope so too! Up to BBO and their customers!
When and where do I find Joan’s BBO lesson notes on her website …..
Here's the follow-up video: https://news.bridgebase.com/2021/05/16/video-the-power-of-two-suited-overcalls-with-joan-butts/
https://www.joanbuttsbridge.com/news
can I take the lesson without a partner
Yes, it's a video chat lesson, a presentation. You won't need a partner to participate.
yes sure
I presume lesson 4 is in June
Thanks, I am looking forward to participating. The comments about the last lesson inquire as to whether the lessons actually started on May 5. Is the last lesson on June 5 in North America?
yes June
Wondering about daylight time also
yu have standard time stated. We are on Daylight time. What time are your Eastern time lessons
Why not use GMT?
Last date must be June 5th.
Last date must be june 5th
Why not use GMT
Why dont you use GMT