Welcome to the Queensland Contract Bridge Club (QCBC), located in Woolloongabba, Brisbane. With a membership of over 500, QCBC is one of the longest established bridge clubs in both Brisbane and Queensland. Offering sessions six days a week and three nights a week, QCBC provides ample opportunities for bridge enthusiasts to play the game they love.
The club's premises, which are owned freehold by QCBC, are spacious and can accommodate over 40 tables. This allows for a comfortable and enjoyable playing experience for all members. The Tuesday night session at QCBC is widely regarded as the strongest session in Brisbane, attracting experienced players looking for a challenging game.
In addition to regular sessions, QCBC also offers beginners' classes throughout the year. These classes are followed up with help-with-play and supervised duplicate sessions to assist beginners in improving their skills. The club has an extensive library of over 400 separate titles, available for loan to members at no charge, providing further resources for players to expand their knowledge of the game.
QCBC takes pride in its ongoing commitment to learning and offers various opportunities for members to improve their bridge skills. This includes access to online training resources and other learning initiatives.
The club is supported by its sponsors, whose generous contributions help maintain and enhance the club's facilities. QCBC encourages its members to support these organisations in return.
For those looking to participate in upcoming events, QCBC hosts a New Year event on December 31st, featuring a themed session. Entry is $80 per team, and prior entry is essential. Details and registration can be found by contacting the convenor at cheryl-stone@outlook. Com.
Table fees per session, starting from January 1st, 2024, are $8 for members and $9 for non-members. If you need a partner for any of the sessions, QCBC can assist in finding one.
For individuals interested in learning bridge, QCBC offers an eight-week beginners' course, with options for both evening and daytime sessions. The first lesson is free, providing an opportunity to try out the course before committing. Additionally, the club offers personalised small group lessons, accommodating four people per class at a time that suits the group. The cost for the beginners' courses is $80 and $100 for the personalised small group lessons.
To book in for a beginners' course or inquire about any other information regarding QCBC, contact Christine at 0412 427 748.
Whether you are a seasoned player or just starting your bridge journey, QCBC welcomes you to join their community of bridge enthusiasts in Woolloongabba. Come and enjoy the camaraderie, competition, and development opportunities that QCBC offers.