Play bridge to keep you sharp

Whether you're already a bridge regular, or you're a bit rusty and want to pick it up again, there are so many reasons to play bridge.

Playing bridge requires memory, visualising and sequencing so it’s not surprising that countless studies have found that it can help us retain our mental sharpness as we get older.

Scientists at University of Wisconsin-Madison found that playing games like bridge is linked with greater brain volume in areas associated with Alzheimer’s disease. And those who played more frequently also scored higher on cognitive tests.

University of California  found that playing bridge can also stimulate the immune system and other researchers have found that people who play bridge are less likely to be depressed; hence they sleep better and tend to exercise more.

If you need any more reasons to start playing bridge, it’s sociable too and a great way to meet new people.

So why not pop along to one of our sessions.Come along to play bridge and have a cup of tea and biscuits with your fellow players.

Bridge group

Wilmot Close, Community Lounge, Tarling Road, East Finchley N2 8HP

Saturday 2-4pm 

Contacty Helen.nicolaou@ageukbarnet.org.uk