March Events & Programs

Sunday Fundays @ City

Come join us for a relaxed game with scrumptious goodies and drinks! The next two Sunday Fundays will be held on:

  • Sunday 24th March, 1.30pm – 4.30pm (Don’t miss it, or you will have to wait until 28th April!)

No need to book. You don’t need a partner, visitors and walk-ins are welcome.

Directors Course (Club Level)

The Course is designed not only for players who may want to become a director, it is also good for players who would like to understand the Law and regulations, so they can become a better player! If you find that you may want to give directing a go, Sydney Bridge Centre offers training opportunity, both our experienced directors and manager will guide you through during a real session.

  • Date: Friday 22nd March 2024
  • Time: 10.00am – 3.30pm
  • Venue: Level 1, 162 Goulburn Street, Surry Hills
  • Cost: $35 per person. Free tea, coffee and refreshment throughout the day. Lunch is available to buy at downstairs coffee shop.
  • Flyer
  • Please enter via MyABF

State Mixed Pairs Qualifiers

We all love a good game. Here comes the opportunity for you to enjoy the competitiveness of the game –

There will be two State Mixed Pairs Qualifying Events in City:

  • Over 3 Tuesday mornings on 5th, 12th & 19th March @ City, 10.00am – 1.15pm;
  • Over 3 Thursday mornings on 7th, 14th & 21st March @ City, 10.00am – 1.15pm

RED masterpoints. No need to book. All are welcome. However, to qualify, you must play at least two times in the same regular session with the same partner of the opposite gender. Only 2 best out of 3 results counted! That means, if you play all 3, your worst result will be ignored! Sydney Bridge Centre will sponsor 2 winning pairs (one from each event) to represent us to compete in the face-to-face State Mixed Pairs Championship Final from 18th – 19th May (worth $200). Both players of each pair must be Sydney Bridge Centre members.

Strathfield Bridge Club will also run the State Mixed Pairs Qualifying event over 3 Monday mornings on 4th, 11th & 18th March @ Canada Bay, 10.00am – 1.15pm. They will sponsor at least 1 pair (both players must be Strathfield Bridge Club members) to the Final.

Extra $2 table money fee for all State Mixed Pairs Qualifying sessions in both City and Canada Bay.

Upcoming Workshops @ City

Great topics will be discussed in the next few Workshops – it’s a fun way to learn (by playing without scoring) with a big group!

  • Friday 8th March, 10.00am – 3.30pm on Defence Techniques: Card Placing and Counting Tricks.
  • Friday 12th April, 10.00am – 3.30pm on Solid Suits, Strong Suits and Decisive Bidding.

Please book in advance for catering purposes.

Challenge Yourself in the New Year

This is a one-day Swiss Pairs to be held on Australia Day 26th January 2024 (Friday), at the Sydney Bridge Centre clubroom. Bridge congresses usually attract good players from all over the place, which create the best stage for bridge players to get to know others from broader bridge community. Bridge is probably the only game in the world where ordinary players can rub shoulders with advanced players and champions. If you play tennis it is unlikely that you will ever end up playing against Roger Federer, or indeed enjoy the experience if you do. However, you might well find yourself at the same table as his bridge counterpart and even win the odd deal!

Sydney Bridge Centre has proved that a competitive game can also be a pleasant gathering. We will play three 8-board matches in the morning, then lunch break, and another three 8-board matches in the afternoon on the day. There will be Australia Day themed refreshment through the day, and a delicious lunch is included.

Come join us in the Australia Day Matchpointed Swiss Pairs [flyer]!

  • Date: Friday 26th January 2024
  • Time: 10.00am start – about 5.00pm
  • Venue: Level 1, 162 Goulburn Street, Surry Hills
  • Entry Fee: $50 for member / $60 for visitor (lunch included)
  • Please enter via the NSWBA website

Prize money will depend on the number of entries. If sufficient entries, cash prizes will be awarded to place getters and there will be a restricted category. Wine prizes are also usually provided but will depend on entries.

If you would like to play and need a partner, talk to us and we will try our best to line you up with an appropriate partner.

During the Festive Seasons

Holiday Opening Hours

City @ Goulburn Street:

  • All bridge sessions will run as normal during the holiday season, except public holidays
  • NO bridge on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
  • First session in the New Year is Tuesday 2nd January 2024, 10am start

Canada Bay @ Five Dock:

  • Last Monday morning session on 11th December 2023. First Monday morning session will be on 8th January 2024.
  • Last Thursday morning session (Open and Supervised) on 14th December 2023. First Thursday morning session (Open and Supervised) will be on 11th January 2024.

RED Point Frenzy @ City

RED masterpoints will be awarded to most of the OPEN sessions after the Xmas Party!

  • RED Thursday 7th December – Morning Open (10am start) @ Canada Bay AND City
  • RED Tuesday 12th December – Morning (10am) AND Evening (7.15pm) Open @ City
  • RED Thursday 14th December – Morning Open (10am) @ Canada Bay AND City
  • RED Tuesday 19th December – Morning (10am) AND Evening (7.15pm) Open @ City
  • RED Thursday 21st December – Morning Open (10am) @ City
  • RED Thursday 28th December – Morning Open (10am) @ City
  • RED Tuesday 2nd January – Morning Open (10am) @ City