Rotorua Bridge Club
Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Join the vibrant community at Rotorua Bridge Club, where friendships flourish over cards since 1955. With around 150 members from novices to grandmasters, this welcoming group in the Bay of Plenty fosters skill-building and social connections. Sessions run four times weekly, open to visitors, and beginner lessons are offered yearly. Whether you're learning bridge or partnering up, it's suitable for everyone in Rotorua's lively bridge scene.
Your Guide to Rotorua Bridge Club
At Rotorua Bridge Club, the joy of playing bridge goes beyond the cards—it's about the lasting friendships and shared laughter that develop among players. Formed in 1955, this strong regional club brings together about 150 members, from complete novices to seasoned grandmasters, creating a welcoming space where everyone can enjoy the game. The social side shines through in our four weekly playing sessions, designed to suit various skill levels and foster connections. If you're new to bridge and keen to learn, we run a series of lessons each year to get you started. Visitors are always very welcome to join most sessions, helping you build partnerships and skills in a relaxed atmosphere. Most members play using the Acol system, though Standard American is also common, making it accessible for players from different backgrounds. Whether you're playing in open grades or handicap events, the focus remains on fun, strategy, and community in this Bay of Plenty bridge club.
Location and Directions
Situated in the peaceful Neil Hunt Park on Tarawera Road, just near the Te Ngae roundabout and not far from central Rotorua, our club is easy to reach by car or local transport. The address is 2/5 Tarawera Road, Lynmore, Rotorua 3010, in the heart of the Bay of Plenty region. From town, head along Tarawera Road towards the roundabout—it's a short, straightforward drive, with plenty of parking available at the park. Public buses serve the Lynmore area regularly, connecting from Rotorua's main hubs, so arriving is hassle-free whether you're driving or catching a ride. This convenient spot makes it simple for locals and visitors alike to pop in for afternoon or evening sessions, enjoying bridge in a scenic, green setting close to home.
Our sessions include Monday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm), sponsored by Hillcrest Upholstery and focused on open grades; Monday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm) with refresher lessons in February followed by casual play for all levels; Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm) as a handicap session sponsored by The Refinery, mainly for intermediate and junior grades; Thursday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm), sponsored by Hughes & Associates Lawyers and open to all; and Friday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm) with all grades scored on handicap. During summer in December and January, we host additional sessions on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm and Monday afternoons at 1:00pm, with a float available so you can join even without a partner.
If you're in Rotorua without a partner, contact our partnership stewards—they can nearly always pair you up. For Monday afternoons, reach Regina van der Sluis at 020 4161 7772; Monday evenings, Val Honeyfield at 07 347 1713 or 027 482 6793; Wednesday evenings, Hilary Williams at 027 482 0699; Thursday evenings, Marie Milsum at 027 427 5727; and Fridays, Jim Morgan at 027 488 2189. Note that team competitions may limit extra pairs, but all other events are open to newcomers exploring bridge clubs in Rotorua.
Upcoming Events
Fri 06 Mar
01:00 pmRotorua Bridge Club Sessions
Your Guide to Weekly Bridge If you've never played bridge and are interested in learning, Rotorua Bridge Club runs a series of lessons each year, providing coaching and support for beginners. This activity involves playing contract bridge, a strategic card game that sharpens the mind and fosters social connections. It's open to all ages and skill levels, from novices to grandmasters, with about 150 members in the club. Sessions are welcoming to visitors, and if you're in Rotorua alone, contact a partnership steward to find a playing partner—we can nearly always arrange one. Most members use the Acol system, though Standard American is also played by some. Weekly bridge sessions occur four times a week: Monday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, sponsored by Hillcrest Upholstery, main grades Open), Monday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, with refresher lessons in February followed by casual play suitable for all levels), Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, handicap session sponsored by The Refinery, main grades Intermediate and Junior), and Friday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, all grades scored on handicap). Thursday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, sponsored by Hughes & Associates Lawyers, main grades Open) complete the schedule. Each session lasts about 180 minutes. Entry fees should be checked with the club, as they are not specified here. No special requirements beyond bringing your interest in cards; partnership stewards are available for support—Regina van der Sluis (020 4161 7772) for Mondays afternoons, Val Honeyfield (07 347 1713 or 027 482 6793) for Monday evenings, Hilary Williams (027 482 0699) for Wednesdays, Marie Milsum (027 427 5727) for Thursdays, and Jim Morgan (027 488 2189) for Fridays. Visitors are always very welcome to all sessions, except team competitions where space may be limited. During summer (December and January), additional sessions run on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm and Monday afternoons at 1:00pm, with a float available so you can join regardless of having a partner. 🃏 Participating offers mental stimulation through strategy and bidding, while building community ties in a relaxed setting. It's a great way to meet locals, improve concentration, and enjoy the social side of card games. Who it's for: Novices, intermediates, juniors, and experts—all ages welcome Key features: Four weekly sessions plus summer options; lessons for beginners Benefits: Enhances strategic thinking and social bonds in the community Requirements: No partner needed—stewards can pair you up Accessibility: Visitors encouraged; contact stewards for support Pricing notes: Entry fees to be confirmed with the club About the Venue The Rotorua Bridge Club is situated in Neil Hunt Park on Tarawera Rd, just near the Te Ngae roundabout in Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty—not far from town. This convenient location makes it easy to access by car, with parking available in the park area. Public transport options in Rotorua include local buses that serve the Te Ngae area; check Baybus routes for schedules to the roundabout. The venue, known as the Rotorua Contract Bridge Club, provides a comfortable space for play, formed in 1955 as one of the strongest clubs in the region. It's a hub for community connection through hobbies like cards, with email at rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz, phone 027 482 0699, and website http://rotoruabridgeclub.nz/. Contact Hilary for more details. The surrounding Lynmore neighbourhood offers a peaceful, residential vibe ideal for post-session chats. 🏞️
Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Mon 09 Mar
01:00 pmRotorua Bridge Club Sessions
Your Guide to Weekly Bridge If you've never played bridge and are interested in learning, Rotorua Bridge Club runs a series of lessons each year, providing coaching and support for beginners. This activity involves playing contract bridge, a strategic card game that sharpens the mind and fosters social connections. It's open to all ages and skill levels, from novices to grandmasters, with about 150 members in the club. Sessions are welcoming to visitors, and if you're in Rotorua alone, contact a partnership steward to find a playing partner—we can nearly always arrange one. Most members use the Acol system, though Standard American is also played by some. Weekly bridge sessions occur four times a week: Monday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, sponsored by Hillcrest Upholstery, main grades Open), Monday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, with refresher lessons in February followed by casual play suitable for all levels), Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, handicap session sponsored by The Refinery, main grades Intermediate and Junior), and Friday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, all grades scored on handicap). Thursday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, sponsored by Hughes & Associates Lawyers, main grades Open) complete the schedule. Each session lasts about 180 minutes. Entry fees should be checked with the club, as they are not specified here. No special requirements beyond bringing your interest in cards; partnership stewards are available for support—Regina van der Sluis (020 4161 7772) for Mondays afternoons, Val Honeyfield (07 347 1713 or 027 482 6793) for Monday evenings, Hilary Williams (027 482 0699) for Wednesdays, Marie Milsum (027 427 5727) for Thursdays, and Jim Morgan (027 488 2189) for Fridays. Visitors are always very welcome to all sessions, except team competitions where space may be limited. During summer (December and January), additional sessions run on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm and Monday afternoons at 1:00pm, with a float available so you can join regardless of having a partner. 🃏 Participating offers mental stimulation through strategy and bidding, while building community ties in a relaxed setting. It's a great way to meet locals, improve concentration, and enjoy the social side of card games. Who it's for: Novices, intermediates, juniors, and experts—all ages welcome Key features: Four weekly sessions plus summer options; lessons for beginners Benefits: Enhances strategic thinking and social bonds in the community Requirements: No partner needed—stewards can pair you up Accessibility: Visitors encouraged; contact stewards for support Pricing notes: Entry fees to be confirmed with the club About the Venue The Rotorua Bridge Club is situated in Neil Hunt Park on Tarawera Rd, just near the Te Ngae roundabout in Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty—not far from town. This convenient location makes it easy to access by car, with parking available in the park area. Public transport options in Rotorua include local buses that serve the Te Ngae area; check Baybus routes for schedules to the roundabout. The venue, known as the Rotorua Contract Bridge Club, provides a comfortable space for play, formed in 1955 as one of the strongest clubs in the region. It's a hub for community connection through hobbies like cards, with email at rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz, phone 027 482 0699, and website http://rotoruabridgeclub.nz/. Contact Hilary for more details. The surrounding Lynmore neighbourhood offers a peaceful, residential vibe ideal for post-session chats. 🏞️
Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Wed 11 Mar
07:00 pmRotorua Bridge Club Sessions
Your Guide to Weekly Bridge If you've never played bridge and are interested in learning, Rotorua Bridge Club runs a series of lessons each year, providing coaching and support for beginners. This activity involves playing contract bridge, a strategic card game that sharpens the mind and fosters social connections. It's open to all ages and skill levels, from novices to grandmasters, with about 150 members in the club. Sessions are welcoming to visitors, and if you're in Rotorua alone, contact a partnership steward to find a playing partner—we can nearly always arrange one. Most members use the Acol system, though Standard American is also played by some. Weekly bridge sessions occur four times a week: Monday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, sponsored by Hillcrest Upholstery, main grades Open), Monday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, with refresher lessons in February followed by casual play suitable for all levels), Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, handicap session sponsored by The Refinery, main grades Intermediate and Junior), and Friday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, all grades scored on handicap). Thursday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, sponsored by Hughes & Associates Lawyers, main grades Open) complete the schedule. Each session lasts about 180 minutes. Entry fees should be checked with the club, as they are not specified here. No special requirements beyond bringing your interest in cards; partnership stewards are available for support—Regina van der Sluis (020 4161 7772) for Mondays afternoons, Val Honeyfield (07 347 1713 or 027 482 6793) for Monday evenings, Hilary Williams (027 482 0699) for Wednesdays, Marie Milsum (027 427 5727) for Thursdays, and Jim Morgan (027 488 2189) for Fridays. Visitors are always very welcome to all sessions, except team competitions where space may be limited. During summer (December and January), additional sessions run on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm and Monday afternoons at 1:00pm, with a float available so you can join regardless of having a partner. 🃏 Participating offers mental stimulation through strategy and bidding, while building community ties in a relaxed setting. It's a great way to meet locals, improve concentration, and enjoy the social side of card games. Who it's for: Novices, intermediates, juniors, and experts—all ages welcome Key features: Four weekly sessions plus summer options; lessons for beginners Benefits: Enhances strategic thinking and social bonds in the community Requirements: No partner needed—stewards can pair you up Accessibility: Visitors encouraged; contact stewards for support Pricing notes: Entry fees to be confirmed with the club About the Venue The Rotorua Bridge Club is situated in Neil Hunt Park on Tarawera Rd, just near the Te Ngae roundabout in Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty—not far from town. This convenient location makes it easy to access by car, with parking available in the park area. Public transport options in Rotorua include local buses that serve the Te Ngae area; check Baybus routes for schedules to the roundabout. The venue, known as the Rotorua Contract Bridge Club, provides a comfortable space for play, formed in 1955 as one of the strongest clubs in the region. It's a hub for community connection through hobbies like cards, with email at rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz, phone 027 482 0699, and website http://rotoruabridgeclub.nz/. Contact Hilary for more details. The surrounding Lynmore neighbourhood offers a peaceful, residential vibe ideal for post-session chats. 🏞️
Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Thu 12 Mar
07:00 pmRotorua Bridge Club Sessions
Your Guide to Weekly Bridge If you've never played bridge and are interested in learning, Rotorua Bridge Club runs a series of lessons each year, providing coaching and support for beginners. This activity involves playing contract bridge, a strategic card game that sharpens the mind and fosters social connections. It's open to all ages and skill levels, from novices to grandmasters, with about 150 members in the club. Sessions are welcoming to visitors, and if you're in Rotorua alone, contact a partnership steward to find a playing partner—we can nearly always arrange one. Most members use the Acol system, though Standard American is also played by some. Weekly bridge sessions occur four times a week: Monday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, sponsored by Hillcrest Upholstery, main grades Open), Monday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, with refresher lessons in February followed by casual play suitable for all levels), Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, handicap session sponsored by The Refinery, main grades Intermediate and Junior), and Friday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, all grades scored on handicap). Thursday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, sponsored by Hughes & Associates Lawyers, main grades Open) complete the schedule. Each session lasts about 180 minutes. Entry fees should be checked with the club, as they are not specified here. No special requirements beyond bringing your interest in cards; partnership stewards are available for support—Regina van der Sluis (020 4161 7772) for Mondays afternoons, Val Honeyfield (07 347 1713 or 027 482 6793) for Monday evenings, Hilary Williams (027 482 0699) for Wednesdays, Marie Milsum (027 427 5727) for Thursdays, and Jim Morgan (027 488 2189) for Fridays. Visitors are always very welcome to all sessions, except team competitions where space may be limited. During summer (December and January), additional sessions run on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm and Monday afternoons at 1:00pm, with a float available so you can join regardless of having a partner. 🃏 Participating offers mental stimulation through strategy and bidding, while building community ties in a relaxed setting. It's a great way to meet locals, improve concentration, and enjoy the social side of card games. Who it's for: Novices, intermediates, juniors, and experts—all ages welcome Key features: Four weekly sessions plus summer options; lessons for beginners Benefits: Enhances strategic thinking and social bonds in the community Requirements: No partner needed—stewards can pair you up Accessibility: Visitors encouraged; contact stewards for support Pricing notes: Entry fees to be confirmed with the club About the Venue The Rotorua Bridge Club is situated in Neil Hunt Park on Tarawera Rd, just near the Te Ngae roundabout in Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty—not far from town. This convenient location makes it easy to access by car, with parking available in the park area. Public transport options in Rotorua include local buses that serve the Te Ngae area; check Baybus routes for schedules to the roundabout. The venue, known as the Rotorua Contract Bridge Club, provides a comfortable space for play, formed in 1955 as one of the strongest clubs in the region. It's a hub for community connection through hobbies like cards, with email at rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz, phone 027 482 0699, and website http://rotoruabridgeclub.nz/. Contact Hilary for more details. The surrounding Lynmore neighbourhood offers a peaceful, residential vibe ideal for post-session chats. 🏞️
Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Fri 13 Mar
01:00 pmRotorua Bridge Club Sessions
Your Guide to Weekly Bridge If you've never played bridge and are interested in learning, Rotorua Bridge Club runs a series of lessons each year, providing coaching and support for beginners. This activity involves playing contract bridge, a strategic card game that sharpens the mind and fosters social connections. It's open to all ages and skill levels, from novices to grandmasters, with about 150 members in the club. Sessions are welcoming to visitors, and if you're in Rotorua alone, contact a partnership steward to find a playing partner—we can nearly always arrange one. Most members use the Acol system, though Standard American is also played by some. Weekly bridge sessions occur four times a week: Monday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, sponsored by Hillcrest Upholstery, main grades Open), Monday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, with refresher lessons in February followed by casual play suitable for all levels), Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, handicap session sponsored by The Refinery, main grades Intermediate and Junior), and Friday afternoons at 1:00pm (seated by 12:45pm, all grades scored on handicap). Thursday evenings at 7:00pm (seated by 6:45pm, sponsored by Hughes & Associates Lawyers, main grades Open) complete the schedule. Each session lasts about 180 minutes. Entry fees should be checked with the club, as they are not specified here. No special requirements beyond bringing your interest in cards; partnership stewards are available for support—Regina van der Sluis (020 4161 7772) for Mondays afternoons, Val Honeyfield (07 347 1713 or 027 482 6793) for Monday evenings, Hilary Williams (027 482 0699) for Wednesdays, Marie Milsum (027 427 5727) for Thursdays, and Jim Morgan (027 488 2189) for Fridays. Visitors are always very welcome to all sessions, except team competitions where space may be limited. During summer (December and January), additional sessions run on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm and Monday afternoons at 1:00pm, with a float available so you can join regardless of having a partner. 🃏 Participating offers mental stimulation through strategy and bidding, while building community ties in a relaxed setting. It's a great way to meet locals, improve concentration, and enjoy the social side of card games. Who it's for: Novices, intermediates, juniors, and experts—all ages welcome Key features: Four weekly sessions plus summer options; lessons for beginners Benefits: Enhances strategic thinking and social bonds in the community Requirements: No partner needed—stewards can pair you up Accessibility: Visitors encouraged; contact stewards for support Pricing notes: Entry fees to be confirmed with the club About the Venue The Rotorua Bridge Club is situated in Neil Hunt Park on Tarawera Rd, just near the Te Ngae roundabout in Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty—not far from town. This convenient location makes it easy to access by car, with parking available in the park area. Public transport options in Rotorua include local buses that serve the Te Ngae area; check Baybus routes for schedules to the roundabout. The venue, known as the Rotorua Contract Bridge Club, provides a comfortable space for play, formed in 1955 as one of the strongest clubs in the region. It's a hub for community connection through hobbies like cards, with email at rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz, phone 027 482 0699, and website http://rotoruabridgeclub.nz/. Contact Hilary for more details. The surrounding Lynmore neighbourhood offers a peaceful, residential vibe ideal for post-session chats. 🏞️
Lynmore, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
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Hilary
rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz
027 482 0699