How Does it Work?


Bridge Coaching Sessions help you to better understand and apply what you have learned in bridge lessons and bridge reading.

Develop a better grasp of bridge fundamentals and how to use them.

Play better bridge.

Get more out of your next bridge course.

<< What’s in a Coaching Session? >>

  • In each Bridge Coaching session you play real bridge hands.

  • Doug will give coaching and feedback comments during and after each hand.

  • At any time, players can ask questions, make comments, use cheat sheets, and change their bid or play.

  • Doug will promote bridge fundamentals as defined by well-known bridge author Barbara Seagram in her Basic Bridge and Intermediate I text books.

<< Who can Participate? >>

  • Each Bridge Coaching session is booked for 4 players and up to 2 additional watchers (kibitzers).

  • You may be a group of friends who play bridge with each other casually, or people who have met at a bridge course and want to stay connected.

  • Individuals are also welcome to register their availability and Doug will try to form groups of four.

  • Everyone is encouraged to have taken at least one beginner or intermediate bridge course and be aware of basic bidding and bridge conventions. (Doug does not use advanced conventions).

  • If you live in the Toronto area and want to take an entry level bridge course, Doug recommends Josée Hammill’s excellent face-to-face courses. Click here to connect with her.

<< How are Sessions Scheduled? >>

  • Bridge Coaching Sessions can be scheduled during the day or evening, based on your needs and Doug’s availability. Click here to discuss with Doug.

  • Sessions are held on-line and last 1-1/2 to 2 hours.

  • Bridge Coaching with Doug uses well-known apps for bridge-hand generation (BBO) and video communication (ZOOM).

<< What does a session cost? >>

  • Each Bridge Coaching Session is a flat fee of $100 for up to 6 participants.

  • Your first session is at no charge.

  • If you like what you experience, you can engage Doug for weekly sessions, or book periodically.