Rooted in Cluj-Napoca since 1997
A volunteer-run, non-profit association devoted to bridge, strategic thinking and community fellowship.
Our history
The association was formally registered in 1997 (NRN 433/A/1997) by a small circle of players who had been meeting informally in Cluj-Napoca for years. Their aim was simple: to give the city a permanent, open and well-organised home for duplicate bridge.
Through the 2000s the club grew steadily, introducing regular scored sessions, hosting its first regional tournaments and establishing teaching courses for newcomers. Many of today's members first learned the game at those early Tuesday evening classes.
Today the club remains true to its founding principles while reaching out more widely, with youth academies, outdoor demonstrations and events that bring together generations of players.
Core values
Fair play
We follow the Laws of Duplicate Bridge and uphold courtesy and ethics at every table.
Openness
Membership is open to everyone, regardless of age, background or level of play.
Learning
Every member is both a student and, in time, a teacher of the game.
Fellowship
We value the friendships formed across the table as much as the results.
Summary of our bylaws
- 1.The association is a private, non-profit, non-governmental legal entity organised under Romanian Government Ordinance no. 26/2000 on associations and foundations.
- 2.Its purpose is the promotion of bridge and mental sports, education in strategic thinking, and the organisation of competitions and cultural activities.
- 3.The General Assembly of members is the supreme governing body; it elects the Board of Directors and approves the annual budget and activity report.
- 4.Any income is used exclusively to fulfil the association's statutory purpose. No profit is distributed to members or directors.
Governance structure
Transparency statement
Asociația Clubul de Bridge Alcala is a registered non-profit association in Romania, entered in the Register of Associations and Foundations under number 433/A/1997. We are committed to the public development of culture and mental sports, to non-discrimination, and to the responsible and transparent use of all membership fees, donations and grants.
Board of Directors
Prof. Mihai Ionescu
Retired professor of mathematics with forty years of teaching experience; a club member since its founding.
Dr. Ana Moldovan
Educator and researcher in cognitive development; coordinates the youth and beginner academies.
Ing. Radu Pop
Engineer and certified tournament director with long experience in sports federation administration.
Elena Mureșan
Chartered accountant who oversees the association's finances and annual reporting.