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My Online School of Bridge (OSOB) helps people from absolute beginners to experienced players to learn, practise and improve their bridge game. Become a member to access the entire OSOB Lesson Library or purchase individual courses. You can also join Live Online Lessons with Joan to improve your bridge skills, meet people and discuss bridge in our Community.

Joan has helped thousands of people around the world to learn and enjoy the wonderful game of bridge

Joan Butts talks on Bridge were just excellent...

The cruise was very good including the staff, the places to eat and the places we visited. Joan Butts talks on Bridge were just excellent and she always followed them up with notes. Her knowledge of Bridge is awesome!

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Anna

Joan’s Bridge Talks Were Excellent!

The cruise was very good including the staff, the places to eat and the places we visited. Joan Butts talks on Bridge were just excellent and she always followed them up with notes. Her knowledge of Bridge is awesome!

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Anna

BEST Bridge Learning Experience

This is the best bridge learning experience I’ve had. I struggle with processing new information and appreciate being able to review lessons as needed. Joan, your delivery is excellent—no pressure, just a comfortable learning environment. Kudos to you and your team!

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Conrad

This New Format is a "Game Changer"

Congratulations on the excellent updated website! As a former course administrator, I find the Joan Butts School of Bridge a standout resource for all levels. This new format is a true "game changer" for learning and improving Bridge.

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Merran Guest

Savvy Francis

Congratulations, Joan for great new Website. It looks fantastic and I am looking forward to exploring it. Love the idea of the split level of learning – beginner to advance.

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Sandy

I have found your online offerings to be invaluable. Your website with its ordered and detailed lessons and access to online ‘play’ encourages mental agility no matter where I am, day or night!

Marie J.

Thanks to Joan’s Online School of Bridge, I am building confidence in my Bridge game!

Sue

I just want to let you know how much I enjoyed taking part in your course. I found your online lessons very easy to follow and very informative. Hopefully I will be able to put what I have learned to good and successful use.

Christine E.

Joan, just letting you know how much I am enjoying the Zoom lessons! They are outstanding and after having done just the two so far I can’t tell you how much I have learnt!

Loving the Lessons and the Site

I’m new to Bridge after being enticed by a group of close friends. The lessons are terrific, as is the new website. I’m so pleased to have started my Bridge journey recently. Thank you Joan and friends!

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Georgina

Loving Weekly Bridge Lessons with Joan

I love your new website and eagerly await each lesson. I started learners bridge in 2020 to stimulate my brain, and despite COVID shutdowns, my enthusiasm never waned. Now 80, I love continuing my bridge journey with Joan by my side.

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Cynthia Roberts

I Learn So Much from These Videos

Upgrading to Platinum membership has been fantastic! I enjoy lessons for all levels and live classes with Joan. Her guidance in bidding, play, defense, and practice hand analysis is incredibly helpful. I learn so much—thank you, Joan and team!

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Jan L.

Joan, as a Teacher... Largely Contributed to My Passion for Bridge.

Joan and her website have fueled my passion for bridge. Her focused teaching approach and well-structured courses make learning easy. She’s encouraged me to teach beginners, despite being a Novice. I hope to keep improving for years to come!

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Dr Jenny Munro AM, Moruya Bridge Club

Loving the Clear, Well-Structured Layout

We love the new layout made late last year. Clear and very well structured.

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Keith

Joan is a Great Teacher

I’m so glad I found the bridge school at the beginning of my journey. Joan is a great teacher and it’s worth missing valuable sleep to join the class at midnight.

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Margaret Lawson

Love the Lessons and Program Design

I really like your lessons and the way you designed the program - with video lesson, practice, and then being shown the best way to play the hand.

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Beverly Stearns

Immensely Helpful

We have found your course immensely helpful.

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Dennis & Wendy Butler

Wonderful Bridge Holiday in Orange

I had the pleasure of attending one of your Bridge Holidays in Orange... we all had a wonderful time and certainly came back with some new bridge knowledge.

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Merralea S.

Platinum Membership is Perfect for Beginners!

The Platinum membership is excellent for beginners like me, providing extra support that complements club learning without being overwhelming. I love the course structure, and Joan’s quick, thoughtful responses are invaluable. Thank you both!

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Catriona Bruce

Finding Your Website Improved My Bridge Game

Since finding your website, my bridge skills have greatly improved. My partner and I replay lessons together, and I play weekly at the club and online. If you host a U.S. retreat, count us in! Love what you’re doing—keep it up!

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Gaye Schmauder

Joan Butts talks on Bridge were just excellent...

The cruise was very good including the staff, the places to eat and the places we visited. Joan Butts talks on Bridge were just excellent and she always followed them up with notes. Her knowledge of Bridge is awesome!

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Anna

Joan’s Bridge Talks Were Excellent!

The cruise was very good including the staff, the places to eat and the places we visited. Joan Butts talks on Bridge were just excellent and she always followed them up with notes. Her knowledge of Bridge is awesome!

Avatar
Anna

BEST Bridge Learning Experience

This is the best bridge learning experience I’ve had. I struggle with processing new information and appreciate being able to review lessons as needed. Joan, your delivery is excellent—no pressure, just a comfortable learning environment. Kudos to you and your team!

Avatar
Conrad

This New Format is a "Game Changer"

Congratulations on the excellent updated website! As a former course administrator, I find the Joan Butts School of Bridge a standout resource for all levels. This new format is a true "game changer" for learning and improving Bridge.

Avatar
Merran Guest

Savvy Francis

Congratulations, Joan for great new Website. It looks fantastic and I am looking forward to exploring it. Love the idea of the split level of learning – beginner to advance.

Avatar

Sandy

I have found your online offerings to be invaluable. Your website with its ordered and detailed lessons and access to online ‘play’ encourages mental agility no matter where I am, day or night!

Prefer to simply play random hands?

My Silver Membership gives you access to play random hands with and against robots online, as many times as you want each day. You'll also be ranked among thousands of other players with a matchpoint percentage, just like in a bridge club.

Hi, I'm Joan Butts!

Founder of the Online School of Bridge

I absolutely love bridge, both teaching and playing. I've competed since my mid-twenties and have represented Australia. I’ve also had a passion for bridge education and present the concepts simply and clearly. My 30 years of teaching experience are based on tertiary qualifications in Education and Psychology. I’ve trained teachers and created a national teaching accreditation program as the National Teaching Coordinator for the Australian Bridge Federation.

The most interactive online bridge lesson library in the world

The Online School of Bridge hosts the largest interactive online bridge lesson library, featuring over 20 expertly curated courses, 120 in-depth lessons and 600 hands-on activities for all levels.

The lesson library is accessible on any device, allowing you to learn and play bridge wherever you are. Each course combines clear explanations with practical application to help you progressively build your skills. Every student has access to engaging and effective learning materials, from video tutorials to interactive practice hands.

Joan’s unique spiral curriculum ensures that you revisit essential concepts while exploring new strategies, reinforcing what you’ve learned. If you like practising hands against virtual opponents or diving into advanced bidding techniques, the lesson library offers everything you need to master the art of bridge online.

Features of the Online School of Bridge

  • Guided learning — Our structured curriculum takes the guesswork out of learning. Each course is designed to guide you through lessons that align with your skill level and experience. Want more flexibility? Have full control over your bridge journey by selecting courses that interest you most.
  • Self-paced — The Online School of Bridge is designed to fit your schedule. Take your time reviewing lessons at a speed that’s comfortable for you. Revisit tricky concepts or dive into advanced strategies while learning at your own pace and in the comfort of your home.
  • Track progress — Stay motivated by tracking your progress across more than 20 courses and three distinct skill levels — beginner, intermediate and experienced. With clear markers of achievement, you’ll know exactly how far you’ve come and what’s next in your bridge adventure.

What each lesson includes

  • Videos — Watch as Joan demonstrates bridge concepts in clear, easy-to-understand tutorials that guide you through each topic. These step-by-step videos break down even the most complex strategies into manageable pieces, helping you confidently grasp essential techniques and build your bridge skills.
  • Notes — Download and print comprehensive lesson notes to get valuable insights anytime. These detailed notes can reinforce your understanding of the material and serve as a convenient reference while practising or revisiting lessons.
  • Hands — Put theory into action through interactive practice hands. Carefully designed to reinforce each concept, these hands not only solidify your learning but also give you an opportunity to sharpen your skills in a practical, hands-on way.
  • Quizzes — Test your knowledge with targeted quizzes at the end of each lesson to check your understanding of the key concepts. These engaging challenges ensure that you’ve fully mastered the material, giving you the confidence to progress to the next stage of your bridge journey.

Holidays with Joan

Fun, relaxation, and of course... bridge!

My popular bridge holidays run all year round at exclusive venues across Australia. Each holiday is filled with plenty of bridge, laughter and new friendships. Whether you prefer to travel solo or with a friend or bridge partner, I look forward to seeing you at my next bridge holiday!

Are you a bridge teacher?

My Teacher Portal gives you access to everything in the Online School of Bridge, PLUS eight courses where I share my tips and experience to best guide bridge students in learning this wonderful yet complex game. There's also a private teacher community where you can talk with other teachers.

Buy Joan's Bridge Books

Shop my range of books and workbooks designed to help you enhance your skills and support your game, whether you’re an experienced player or just starting out.