Watch the videoHi ,What happens if the first line we see as declarer goes wrong? Before we play trick 1, it's time to consider an alternative line that works on the distribution when our first line fails. Have a go with Ollie and see if you spot it b...

Watch the videoHi ,What is the Rule of 20 in bridge?Many thanks to Anatara Keelor for a review of this effective tool for knowing when our shape means we should open even if we might be a bit short in strength.How does it work? Watch the video and th...

Watch the videoDear ,We need 9 tricks to make this contract, and can only count on 6 of them. How can we get 3 more tricks to make this contract?What needs to happen in order for this to work?I am so impressed that the beginners in Marla's class are...

Hi ,I hope your 2023 is off to a wonderful start! I must admit my play has really been struggling recently - I suppose that means there is even more room for improvement this year? In previous years, I believe I wished for us all to have an abundance...

Watch the videoHi ,Wrapping up our 2022, we hope you'll enjoy this video inspired by a question I often struggle with...How can we know if we're doubling too often or not often enough?In a random tournament on BBO, these two hands came up and I doubl...

Dear ,Just a quick note sending best wishes to you and family for a happy and healthy Christmas, holidays, and New Year.I am so grateful to be able to make so many friendly bridge friends from all over the world. Sometimes I need to pinch myself: is...

Watch the videoHi ,Declarer draws trumps about 60% of the time but would you draw trumps in this hand when they are so poor? The fate of this contract is in your hands.Maryellen joins Jack with this tricky hand. What would you do missing all of the t...

Hi ,We are beginning shortly at 5pm, NY time. Please come meet us in the virtual classroom!Go to Virtual ClassroomIf you are unable to attend live, you can watch the replay on the class page above.When you arrive, please say 'hi' in the chat! With le...

Hi ,We are beginning shortly at 5pm, NY time. Please come meet us in the virtual classroom!Please plan on arriving a bit early.Using a laptop or desktop computer is highly recommended if possible.Go to Class PageIf you are unable to attend live, you...

Hi ,We hope to 'see' you for your bridge lesson with Marla Lawson at 5pm, NY time. Please come meet us in the virtual classroom!Please plan on arriving a bit early.Using a laptop or desktop computer is highly recommended if possible.Unable to attend...