Bridge Academy On Land
with The Bridge Professors™
Giorgia Botta - John Ramos and
Christopher Rivera
A Bridge Academy On Land ™
Rancho Mirage/Palm Springs, California
October 29-November 3, 2023
Register HERE to Save Your Spot
Improve your bridge game while you take in the beauty
of Palm Springs and all the services the resort has to offer.
This Bridge Academy's emphasis is on learning and practicing what you have learned with practice hands and supervised play. There will also be some competitive duplicate bridge games with black points.
We start Sunday evening with a reception to meet your group and ending on Friday at noon.
Bridge is a game for a lifetime. Come here to move your game up to a new level, meet new friends and above all have fun.
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa sits on 360 acres in
the Greater Palm Springs area. Enjoy golf on the Pete Dye designed
championship course. Take a splash in our newly renovated Las
Brisas pool featuring dual waterslides, dinner at Pinzimini, cocktails
at Fireside Lounge or a family-friendly setting at Pinz & Pints. Begin
your day at the WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio or recharge in
the onsite spa. End the day in your guest rooms for a deep sleep on
a Westin Heavenly Bed®..
IMPROVE YOUR GAME
JOIN
GIORGIA BOTTA
JOHN RAMOS
AND
CHRISTOPHER
RIVERA
SUPERB LOCATON
On the western edge of the Coachella Valley, 107 miles east of Los Angeles. Its
airport connects to most US cities.
TOP-FLIGHT
PROS
International world-class champions and
ACBL certified teachers focus on helping
you improve your game.
COMPETITIVE GAMES
Duplicate games with your partner.If you don't have one we will match
you up.
ALL PLAYERS WELCOME
Experienced, returning to bridge, novices
and single travelers are all welcome.
GIORGIA BOTTA
Giorgia is an international bridge champion and world class teacher. Born and raised in Rome, Italy, where she learned to play bridge at the age of 12 from some of the greatest bridge players in the world, Giorgia now resides in New York City, where she has become one of the most respected and sought after teachers and professional players. She teaches and plays regularly at Honors Bridge Club, the largest bridge club in North America, as well as traveling internationally to teach and play bridge. Giorgia has a youthful exuberance and currency in the game that assures you excellent bridge instruction.
JOHN RAMOS
John is a professional bridge teacher and in the country's top echelon of tournament players. At the 2019 Fall Nationals, he placed third in the Kaplan Blue Ribbon Pairs, the oldest and most prestigious pairs event in the United States, besting a host of top experts from all over the world. In addition to his skill at competing, he is a passionate teacher and believes that anyone can improve with the help of an attentive and engaged instructor. Originally from New York City, where he was mentored by many of the country’s top players, he’s lived in Los Angeles for the past twelve years. He works with players of all levels privately, on cruises, and at his adopted home, the Beverly Hills Bridge Club, one of the biggest clubs in California, which he also manages.
Christopher Rivera
Bridge Director at Play Bridge At Sea
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.
What's Included?
• 5 Nights accommodations in a traditional King or Twin.
• Thorough lessons on a variety of bridge topics.
• ABCL sanctioned games with black points.
• Bridge Q&A daily pre-dinner.
• Breakfast and lunch allowance daily.
• Opening reception to get to meet your fellow bridge players.
• Closing reception and group dinner.
• Extra large rooms (500.sq feet. rooms with one or two beds).
• Resort fee with wi-fi, access to pools and gym, bikes
and more included.
• Taxes and gratuities on all room and food inclusions
Package prices:
Per person based on double- 2 guests per room $3300
Single $3900
Pre and Post Rooms are available on request. Limited local packages are available.
Please call us for more information at 800.983.9077 or email us at info@playbridgeatsea.com
Please Note: All guests will be required to show proof of vaccination. As a responsible operator, we will be using tablets that we provide for all lessons and games. They will be sanitized following each session.
FROM:
PALM SPRINGS/RANCHO MIRAGE
PALM SPRINGS/RANCHO MIRAGE
TO:
Nov 3, 2023
-
Oct 29, 2023
5
Nights:
Ship:
BRIDGE ACADEMY PALM SPRINGS/RANCHO MIRAGE
BRIDGE ACADEMY PALM SPRINGS/RANCHO MIRAGE
Five night package with 8 sessions of bridge learning and play with
The Bridge Professors™ Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera
What's Included?
• 5 Nights in a in King or Twin room.
• Thorough lessons on a variety of bridge topics. ACBL sanctioned
games with black points.•
• Supervised Play for the Social Bridge Player
These sessions, which will run at the same time as the Open Masterpoint Games, offer a more relaxed play and learning environment for players who are not interested in competing for Masterpoints. You will play boards without a time limit, and without moving from table to table. An instructor will be present to answer questions and to discuss interesting points of bidding and play in each of the hands.
• 5 breakfasts and 4 lunches
• Opening reception to get to meet your fellow bridge players.
• Closing reception and farewell dinner
From
3300
$
Per person/ double occupancy
FROM:
PUERTO VALLARTA/PUNTA DE MITA
PUERTO VALLARTA/PUNTA DE MITA
TO:
Feb 2, 2024
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Jan 28, 2024
5
Nights:
Ship:
THE BRIDGE ACADEMY PUERTO VALLARTA/PUNTA DE MITA
THE BRIDGE ACADEMY PUERTO VALLARTA/PUNTA DE MITA
Five night package with 8 sessions of bridge learning and play with
Bridge Professors™ Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera
What's Included?
• 5 Nights in a Jungle View Room (661 sq ft) in King or Twin with
walk-in shower and tub.
• Airport transfers from Puerta Vallarta Airport
• On demand golf cart pick up service from your room.
• Thorough lessons on a variety of bridge topics. ACBL sanctioned
games with black points.•
• 5 breakfasts and 4 lunches
• Opening reception to get to meet your fellow bridge players.
• Closing reception and farewell dinner
From
3600
$
Per person/ double occupancy. Single at $4500
FROM:
Rome, Italy
Rome, Italy
TO:
Sep 20, 2024
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Sep 15, 2024
5
Nights:
Ship:
GIORGIA'S ROMAN BRIDGE HOLIDAY
GIORGIA'S ROMAN BRIDGE HOLIDAY
What could better than improving your bridge game in wonderful Rome, Italy with Giorgia Botta.
Our native Italian bridge pro orchestrates a truly Roman experience for you.
Learn from a world champion. Play at Rome’s best bridge club, immerse yourself in the beauty, the food and the fun that only Rome offers.
Package includes:
5 nights at the Lord Byron Hotel- member of Small Luxury Hotels.
Breakfast daily, cocktail reception first night, fun filled final evening in one of Rome’s best restaurants, snacks morning and afternoon during games and lessons, afternoon included excursion.
Extra nights are available upon request.
Start your journey with a Silversea 10 night bridge cruise August 26-September 6, 2024.
For more information go to https://ebrill.dreamvacationsgroups.com/index.html#/groups/10792761
Register now as this space will sell out quickly.
From
3500
$
Per Person based on Double Occupancy