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Joan Butts Bridge Online

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.

“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.”

Merran Guest

“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!”

Sandy

“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.”

Sue

“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!”

Jan L.

“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!”

Dr Jenny Munro AM, Moruya Bridge Club

“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!”

Catriona Bruce

“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!”

Conrad

“I like the current format. Joan is able to manage the pace of the class, answer all questions especially off topic, and teach us to use logic which is probably one of the more difficult areas. Joan can play the hand and talk at the same time while remembering where the cards are located. I can get a feel of her concentration/thought process in real games. I get to see this too when she is analyzing hands in OSB lessons, very valuable to me.”

Jan

“Absolutely love your site. I go on it every day to learn and practice. The thing I learn the most from (apart from your videos which are excellent) are the practice hands. If you are looking for ways to extend your brand, I would buy extra practice hands for specific topics in a heartbeat. (Ie 15 practice hands on Doubles) I seriously would buy pretty much every topic! Just wanted to check in and say thanks for all your content and effort and for sharing your knowledge.”

Anne Schuster

“I really enjoy your approach to learning and the interactive approach with each hand commentary is extremely helpful. Your detailed explanations makes a difficult subject a lot easier to understand. I am addicted to your site and hope to become a better player in due course.”

Bob

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.

Learn from a world-class bridge educator

Joan Butts brings decades of experience, international playing credentials, and a trusted teaching style to every lesson. She has represented Australia at world championship level and has taught thousands of students across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and the United States. Her teaching materials are trusted by clubs and learners alike for their clarity and practical approach.

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.