Free Lessons

Jim Olson

On the first Monday of each month beginning at 11 AM, Jim Olson provides free lessons on a variety of topics related to duplicate bridge, including defense and declarer play. His lessons include four hands to play to practice the lesson topic. You can download the handouts from the lessons by clicking the link below.

Jim has been playing duplicate bridge since 1963, and currently is a Diamond Life Master with more than 5,400 master points, including 72 Platinum points. He has placed 1st or 2nd in 48 regional events.

All lessons are held at the Women’s Club of South Charleston, 214 D Street in South Charleston. The regular Monday game begins at 12:30 immediately following his lesson.

July 6, 2026 – Opener and Responder Rebids with Lesson Hands