It is time to take your skills to a higher level. There are those that have been playing for years and never learned this material. This course is perfect for you.
The Just Beyond Beginner Bridge series has been extremely popular. I created seven series of JBBB. Each is 8 weeks long. You can enter at the start of any series, except for series 2, for which JBBB 1 is a prerequisite.
You will become very comfortable with the 2 over 1 bidding system, which is mandatory learning for all players. It is not an entirely new system from Standard American. It is a modification that helps your partnership reach game contracts. This goes hand in hand with Forcing No Trump. I will then introduce you to slam bidding using 1430 Roman Keycard Blackwood. Nothing in bridge is more exhilarating than bidding and making slams. Many of my students remember their first slams, as the rush is unforgettable.
The course includes six lessons and two practice sessions. I want you to be comfortable using the bidding conventions, so I have added 4 hours of practice to solidify the use of your new bidding conventions.
Often a class builds on previous ones. Don’t worry if you miss a session, I will provide a good quality recording, the hands and class notes (given in advance of class) so you will never fall behind.
What's included?
* Six 2-hour interactive live classes, given online.
* Two 2-hour practice sessions enabling you to become more accustomed to using the bidding you learned.
* Access to recordings of all the classes.
* Class notes for every session.
* Copies of the hands we play with explanations.
* You will be able to replay the hands in between classes. Repetition is very valuable and one of the keys to success.
The online classes utilize Zoom and you will have ample opportunity to ask questions.
Schedule: Mondays 7:00 – 9:00 PM ET Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8, & 15. We will then take a two week break and restart in early January with JBBB 2.
The cost is $480 paid by credit card on the Club's secure payment system.
Use this course to solidify your game and with practice you will be a much better player than when you started. You will never again say, "We don't play 2 over 1."
Click on the Register Now button to sign up or email jeff@badlerbridge@gmail.com Include your mobile number, which is needed for the Club's billing system.
Do not wait until the last minute to register. In order for me to provide personal attention, I limit the size of my classes.
Plan to take JBBB Series 2 starting Jan 5th. 2026. Series 1 and 2 are a perfect combination that will give you the entire picture of game-forcing bids and slam auctions.
Cancellation policy:
We encourage you to register as far in advance as possible. However, we understand that sometimes schedules change. Your payment will be refunded if you withdraw at least 3 days before the class begins. The course fee is not refundable after the first class.
