What additional convention would you add to this?

[peachy]

I think it's at least ironic that this topic is in the advanced and expert-class bridge section.

If there were a *Beginner Class Teachers* forum, it would be perfect for this one topic. Jus kidding!

[dake50]

First Don't play conventions until you experience the need for them.

Add ones that match your perceived need when you are ready.

When approaching expert, now develop a partnership with agreed conventions.

[hrothgar]

Here's my own list:

 

I don't think that I deviate significantly from what other folks have recommended, however, the heirarchy is probably a bit different

 

First and foremost, Blackwood is a crutch. Strike it from the list

 

Here are the three things that I think need to be introduced early

 

#1. Doubles are rarely for penalties

 

Takeout doubles

Negative doubles

Other doubles

 

#2. "Cheap" bids are often prepared, if not downright artificial

 

Stayman

2NT asking bid after a weak 2S opening

New Minor Forcing

 

#3. Transfers are very useful

[hanp]

Nobody has mentioned gerber yet?

[Fluffy]

Nobody has mentioned gerber yet?

what can I say?, at least you didn't use the F* word

[H_KARLUK]

I don't get it. To me first step for beginners is learning ethics & rules. Then trick taking potentials and counting more. I dont think they are in dire need to study many special gadgets. Th time changes. So they'll learn and invent much useful things.

I am surprised how come people only thinking attack but care less for defense side.