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  BB Fact Sheet – Recreation - Bridge

 

 

Why play Bridge?
  • Learn to play Bridge and help to keep socially and mentally active for life.
  • Bridge will help to keep your mind active
  • Bridge can be played anywhere, anytime, in any weather.
  • Either socially or competitively, Bridge adds a fun challenge to your day.

Baby Boomers and Bridge
  • Bridge is a social game, which makes it attractive to the Baby Boomers population. It’s a recreation of the mind, so let your brain do the work while your body takes it easy. It can be a fun and challenging part of your Preventative Health strategy. 
  • The low start-up costs and the ease of finding other players have contributed to Bridge’s worldwide popularity with Baby Boomers.

Getting started
  • Don’t put it off, start now! All you need is a pack of cards, three friends and a willingness to learn. Start a hobby that can keep you entertained for hours on end and is played worldwide.
  • There are bridge clubs at national and State/Territory level, so it’s easy to get in touch with the right people. Bridge is a social game – encourage your friends to join in, too. And you can play any time of day, in any kind of weather – so why wait? Start learning now!
  • Bridge helps to maintain and improve your memory and reasoning skills. Because the game can be complex, you will always find new challenges to thrill you.
  • Anyone can play Bridge – from the very young to the very old. It can be played socially or competitively, depending on what you enjoy most.





Australian Bridge Federation - (02) 6239 2265





Australia - http://www.abf.com.au/
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NSW       - http://www.nswba.com.au/

QLD        - http://www.qldbridge.com/

VIC         - http://www.vba.asn.au/

WA         - http://www.bawa.asn.au/

SA          - http://www.saba.asn.au/

TAS        - http://www.tasbridge.com.au/
 
NT          - http://www.ntba.com.au/

ACT        - http://www.canberrabridgeclub.com.au/






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This article was created by Lisa Turley for babyboomers.com.au - Australia's website for Baby Boomers. Babyboomers.com.au is an online resource to help people find information and services on health, money, travel and recreation

Disclaimer: The information contained in this section should not be used for individual recreation or medical advice. Please see an independent advisor or your doctor if you have concerns or specific questions relating to your health.

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