"I've really enjoyed learning bridge with you. Your teaching style is clear, patient, and encouraging, which makes the game much easier to understand. A wonderful bridge teacher. Highly recommended."

"Garry has made a big impact to my game in a short period of time. His knowledge of the game is profound, and his private lessons have allowed me and my partner to learn at our speed and make very good progress. If you're looking to elevate your bridge game in a supportive and entertaining environment, Garry is your man."

"Bridge lessons with Garry are both instructive and fun. He will concentrate on our weaknesses and goes at a pace that is just right. Garry's lessons have reignited my enthusiasm for bridge. I highly recommend him."

"I have found Garry's lessons really beneficial as he prepares lessons which help to build on my knowledge and at a pace that I find reassuring and very comfortable. Really helpful and enjoyable."

"Garry has been very helpful and very patient! He is a great teacher and includes strategy as well as technical rules."

"Garry the GOAT - best bridge teacher I've had as a newer player to Bridge - he is the Greatest Of All Time !!"

"Whilst there are millions of bridge players across the globe, Garry is truly a one in a million teacher of the game. I have looked forward to every lesson because Garry is methodical and concise in his preparation and delivery, and has a great knack for nurturing a positive tone & tempo, thanks to his terrific interpersonal skills and sense of humour. I thoroughly recommend Garry to every bridge player; he will meet you at your level and take you to the next."

"Garry is THE BEST! He is so knowledgeable and teaches with fun and understanding. The time spent in his lesson is invariably a delight! I would recommend Garry to anyone wanting to get some mastery in bridge. He is also very good at keeping the group he is teaching cohesive and with a sense of mutual support."

"I’m a recent graduate from the Beginner’s course and now in supervised Bridge which I’m enjoying. Garry was our teacher who patiently and meticulously guided us novices, some returned graduates, lapsed players through the course with a wonderful sense of humour and fun. He’s obviously a great player himself whose love of the game is infectious."

"Learning bridge with Garry was a great experience. He makes complex bridge concepts easy to understand and reinforces them through practical play, which I found a really effective way to learn. He was always happy to answer questions, and his friendly, encouraging style made the lessons both enjoyable and informative."

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my bridge lessons so far with Garry, and have learnt a lot. His calm, positive, and patient way of explaining new concepts, is very supportive. Looking forward to learning more!"

"I recently had the pleasure of learning bridge with Gary. I am only a beginner but he made the experience both entertaining and enjoyable, whilst somehow imparting as much of his wealth of knowledge as we were able to absorb. I would recommend Gary without hesitation if you wish to either begin your journey through bridge or extend your ability."

"I’ve had the pleasure of learning bridge with Garry over the past few months. What I value most about his teaching is his ability to combine expert knowledge with genuine encouragement. He has a talent for explaining not just the mechanics of the game, but the thinking behind it, helping his students develop judgement, confidence and a stronger strategic approach. Since learning with Garry, I have become a more capable player and, perhaps more importantly, I have come to enjoy bridge on an entirely new level. Garry is patient, insightful and generous with his knowledge. He creates an environment that is both challenging and supportive, where learning is genuinely enjoyable. Every lesson leaves me with a deeper appreciation for the richness and complexity of the game. I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking to develop their bridge skills."

"I started my learning-to-play-Bridge journey with Garry. He was the perfect teacher, not only at the early stages, but also as I progressed. Garry’s patience, encouragement and somewhat quirky humour lightened the anxiety of learning complicated bidding and playing strategies. I recommend Garry wholeheartedly."

"Garry is a really talented and effective Bridge teacher who is able to explain complex concepts in Bridge playing clearly and simply. He has a really warm and friendly manner and uses his delightful sense of humour to put students at ease. Above all, he is patient and fields all questions, even the silly ones, with equal respect and regard. Garry’s lessons are fun and he has helped many a student crack the code of Bridge without feeling like an idiot along the way."

"I cannot speak highly enough for Garry Viner and his wonderful technique teaching bridge. He was fantastic, went over & above to pass his knowledge and worked tirelessly to develop our bridge skills and build our confidence. What really stood out was that he walked us through the whole process, taking the time to explain in detail every single question we had. That kind of genuine personal care is pretty rare and really appreciate! I'll never hesitate to recommend Garry if you're just a beginner or looking for a helping hand to improve your knowledge & bidding skills!"

"I have been learning Bridge for the last 6 months with Garry. He has a great knowledge and understanding of the game and is able to teach it in a way that is easy to comprehend and follow. He has a quiet, gentle manner which gave me the confidence to try new skills. Garry is always helpful and always has time to listen to a question no matter how trivial. "

"Garry is a great teacher and a really nice guy. His lessons are well structured and engaging. He is able to explain concepts simply and he is very patient. Bridge is a great game and we are continuing to play thanks to Garry."

"I wholeheartedly recommend Garry to introduce you to the world of Bridge. I completed a six week course followed by an eight week program that was artfully designed to teach us each important subject just when we needed it. Garry’s manner is warm and fun but his expertise was always at the fore. We are well equipped to start using our new skills, and enjoy playing. Thanks Garry!"

"I did the introduction and then fundamentals bridge courses which were a maze of information that made a lot of sense thanks to Garry’s expert teaching. It was such a friendly and welcoming environment and I learnt so much. A really good mix between the theory and practice. Very happy to recommend any course that Garry would run."

"I have recently completed both the beginners and fundamentals of Bridge courses of which Garry was our exceptional teacher. Garry is clear and concise in his lessons despite the tactics, terminology and plays of the game being sometimes challenging to grasp. Patience with our class was a hallmark of Garry’s style and his superb knowledge of the complex game is truly amazing. I thoroughly recommend Garry as an outstanding Bridge expert and teacher and encourage anyone thinking of taking the plunge to learn this skilful game to avail themselves of Garry’s vast experience and inclusive teaching approach. "

"Garry is an absolutely wonderful coach . I have learnt so much from his lessons which are highly recommended. He has encouraged me to play at the next level which I am thoroughly enjoying . Thank you Garry "

"Garry is an excellent bridge teacher! My bridge partner and I had a few lessons with him to learn some new conventions and they were both enjoyable and very helpful. He takes the time to understand what you want to get out of the lessons and tailors them to suit your needs."

"I started learning bridge with Garry as a complete novice at North Shore Bridge Club and later in his private small-group lessons. His endless patience and unique sense of humour make even the most challenging concepts enjoyable and easier to grasp. What sets Garry apart is his ability to tailor lessons to exactly what you need, explain complex ideas clearly, and build confidence without making you feel (too) overwhelmed. If you’re looking to improve your bridge in a supportive, engaging and personalised way, I highly recommend Garry"

"Four of us do group lessons with Gary. We play some hands & he hones in on areas that need work. He follows up our sessions with notes and examples. Fantastic coach! ♦️♠️❤️"