After long and hard deliberation by the committee and on the advice of the Australian Bridge Federation we have decided to cease all bridge sessions at the Club for a period of 4 weeks.
I know some of you will be bitterly disappointed, whilst it may be a difficult decision, health experts around the world are all in agreement that the best way to slow the transmission of the virus is for people to practise social distancing. Many other organisations are cancelling events that involve gatherings of people and we feel it is a duty of care to our extremely high-risk clientele and to afford the highest level of health and safety to the members, their families and the wider community.
With effect from Tuesday 17th March 2020, all bridge sessions and lessons at Rockingham Bridge Club are cancelled. This will be for a period of 4 weeks, but will be constantly reviewed.
You can still play bridge online, below are links to 2 sites.
You can also play in small groups, but understand that personal distancing is strongly recommended. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention defines social distancing as ‘remaining out of congregate settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 metres) from others when possible.’ A bridge table is 83cm wide and you sit away from that, so keep your distance at all times, ensure you wash your hands thoroughly, cough or sneeze into your elbow. If you come into contact with anyone with symptoms – take precautions and self quarantine.
We will keep you updated via the website and social media. Stay tuned, keep well and take care.
Regards
Nicky O’Connell
President
