Bridge Academy On Land
with Christopher Rivera
& John Ramos
November 14-19, 2021
Ojai Valley Inn
Surrounded by scenic hills and mountains, this historic and celebrated resort features a full health spa and a championship golf course. Five restaurants feature dishes made from locally grown ingredients.
Rooms at the Ojai Valley Inn are decorated in Spanish Colonial style and feature in-room coffee machines. Spa Ojai bathroom amenities, a flat-screen TV and a radio with iPod connection are also included. Some rooms offer a fireplace.
Spa Ojai welcomes guests with warm, exotic rooms featuring a variety of massages and treatments. In addition to the two pools at the spa, the resort offers a large, outdoor family swimming pool with food and beverage service.
The Inn at Ojai Valley is 7 miles from Lake Casitas and 17 miles from Pierpoint
IMPROVE YOUR GAME
IN A FUN RELAXED SETTING
Christopher Rivera is an ACBL Accredited Bridge Teacher and tournament rated director. He is Assistant Head Director at Honors Bridge Club, the largest bridge club in North America. He learned to play bridge from his grandmother, who taught him valuable lessons in card play, but Goren style bidding, which he had to unlearn when he began playing bridge seriously. In addition to bridge, he plays many other card and board games. He has a degree in Physics from Lawrence University.
Christopher Rivera
Daily Activities
John Ramos
John Ramos learned bridge as a child and has been playing competitively for nearly thirty years. He's been a full-time teaching and playing professional for several years and currently manages the Beverly Hills Bridge Club, one of the top clubs in California. In 2008 and 2009, he won consecutive national championships in the Grand National Teams Flight A, first representing New York City, his original hometown, and then Los Angeles, his home for over a decade. In Open-Level national events, he has two top-10 finishes: 5th in the Keohane Swiss Teams in 2016, and 8th in the Roth Swiss Teams in 2009. He also placed 13th in the 2016 Kay Platinum Pairs, widely regarded as the best pair event in the country. John also played varsity tennis at Princeton University and still enjoys playing competitively today.
Improve your bridge game while you take in the beauty of the Ojai Valley and all the the services the resort offers
SUPERB LOCATON
59 miles to Los Angeles International, 7 miles to Lake Casitas, 33 miles from Santa Barbara.
EXPERT LESSONS
Daily learning – From Accredited ACBL Teachers .
Q and A reviews each day informally before dinner.
SOCIAL SETTING
Meet other bridge enthusiasts at play and at the resort Join us for an opening and closing reception along with awards.
SINGLE PLAYERS
You are welcome and we will guarantee you a partner. Singles tables are available in the dining rooms so you will never dine alone.
What's Included?
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5 Nights at the magnificent Ojai Valley Inn Resort in Ojai, CA.
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Lessons on a variety of bridge topics from our national champion. Daily ACBL sanctioned games with black points.
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Q&A nightly before dinner
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Daily Sumptuous breakfast and lunch
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Opening reception to get to meet everyone
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Afternoon "All Around" jeep tour of Ojai Valley with olive oil tasting and production visit as well as a visit to a vineyard. Includes lunch.
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Closing reception and group dinner along with awards ceremony
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Extra large rooms most with fireplace and subject to availability ( minimum 399 st ft). All rates shown are based on run of house accommodation and based on per person with two guests per room. Other accommodation categories are subject to availability.
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Resort fee - this includes (Wi-fi throughout resort, unlimited local and toll-free phone calls, full Access to Fitness Center and daily Mind & Body Classes, Complimentary daily Linus Bike use, illy espresso machine
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Taxes and gratuities on all room and food inclusions
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Gratuities of a personal nature are not included.
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Parking at resort is not included and currently is $25 daily
FROM:
PALM SPRINGS
PALM SPRINGS
TO:
Oct 31, 2025
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Oct 27, 2025
5
Nights:
Ship:
BRIDGE ACADEMY PALM SPRINGS 2025
BRIDGE ACADEMY PALM SPRINGS 2025
OMNI Las Palmas Resort- Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage
With Bridge Professional Corey Krantz
BOOK AND DEPOSIT BY DECEMBER 15, 2024 AND GET A $250 ADVANCE PURCHASE DISCOUNT PER BOOKING. Applies only to hotel booking packages.
Five night package with 9 sessions including bridge learning and games.
What's Included?
• 5 Nights in a run of house Vista room in King or Twin
• Thorough lessons on a variety of bridge topics. ACBL sanctioned games with black points or supervised play.
• Lunch allowance provided on bridge days.
• Opening reception to get to meet your fellow bridge players.
• Closing reception
Doouble rate per person $3500
Single rate $4100
Limited local rate available
Your Bridge Professional On This Event
Corey Krantz- A Champion of Bridge and Innovation in Teaching
Corey stands out as a distinguished professional in the world of bridge. As both a national and international champion, his expertise on the global stage is unquestionable. However, what truly sets him apart is not just his accolades, but his unique approach to teaching and mentoring in the game.
A member of the prestigious American Bridge Teachers’ Association, Corey has built a reputation for his innovative teaching methods. His sessions, whether in person or online, are characterized by a calming and confident demeanor. This allows students—whether novice or advanced—to feel at ease and fully engaged in the learning process. Corey’s ability to distill complex strategies into easy-to-understand lessons, coupled with his passion for ensuring that his students have fun, has made him one of the most sought-after instructors in the bridge community.
What makes Corey truly exceptional is his commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional teaching. He continuously develops new methods that not only keep his lessons fresh but also deepen his students’ understanding of the game. His classes are interactive, encouraging a hands-on approach where learners can immediately apply the principles they’ve been taught.
For Corey, teaching bridge isn’t just about imparting knowledge—it’s about fostering a love for the game. His students often describe their learning experience as transformative, gaining not just skill but a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of bridge. This passion for both the game and for his students’ success has made Corey a cornerstone of the bridge world.
In short, Corey’s influence as a player and teacher stretches beyond the card table. His dedication to helping others enjoy and master the game is a testament to his love for bridge, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue to grow as more players learn from his innovative and joyful approach. To learn more about Corey, visit https://zenbridge.pro
From
3500
$
Per Person based on Double Occupancy
FROM:
PALM SPRINGS
PALM SPRINGS
TO:
Oct 30, 2026
-
Oct 25, 2026
5
Nights:
Ship:
BRIDGE ACADEMY PALM SPRINGS 2026
BRIDGE ACADEMY PALM SPRINGS 2026
OMNI Las Palmas Resort- Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage
With Bridge Professional Corey Krantz
Five night package with 9 sessions including bridge learning and games.
What's Included?
• 5 Nights in a run of house Vista room in King or Twin
• Thorough lessons on a variety of bridge topics. ACBL sanctioned games with black points or supervised play.
• Lunch allowance provided on bridge days.
• Opening reception to get to meet your fellow bridge players.
• Closing reception
Double per person $3500
Single rate $4100
Limited local rate available
Your Bridge Professional On This Event
Corey Krantz- A Champion of Bridge and Innovation in Teaching
Corey stands out as a distinguished professional in the world of bridge. As both a national and international champion, his expertise on the global stage is unquestionable. However, what truly sets him apart is not just his accolades, but his unique approach to teaching and mentoring in the game.
A member of the prestigious American Bridge Teachers’ Association, Corey has built a reputation for his innovative teaching methods. His sessions, whether in person or online, are characterized by a calming and confident demeanor. This allows students—whether novice or advanced—to feel at ease and fully engaged in the learning process. Corey’s ability to distill complex strategies into easy-to-understand lessons, coupled with his passion for ensuring that his students have fun, has made him one of the most sought-after instructors in the bridge community.
What makes Corey truly exceptional is his commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional teaching. He continuously develops new methods that not only keep his lessons fresh but also deepen his students’ understanding of the game. His classes are interactive, encouraging a hands-on approach where learners can immediately apply the principles they’ve been taught.
For Corey, teaching bridge isn’t just about imparting knowledge—it’s about fostering a love for the game. His students often describe their learning experience as transformative, gaining not just skill but a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of bridge. This passion for both the game and for his students’ success has made Corey a cornerstone of the bridge world.
In short, Corey’s influence as a player and teacher stretches beyond the card table. His dedication to helping others enjoy and master the game is a testament to his love for bridge, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue to grow as more players learn from his innovative and joyful approach. To learn more about Corey, visit https://zenbridge.pro
From
3500
$
Per Person based on Double Occupancy