Beginner Mahjong Lessons

Learn American Mahjong in a friendly, beginner-focused environment. Whether you’re completely new to the game, or ready to start playing with guidance, I’ll help you confidently understand the tiles, the card and the flow of the game.

Classes are designed for small groups, making it easy to get personalized attention and have fun while learning.

Mahj 101 - Beginner Basics

What You’ll Learn:

  • American Mahjong Tiles

  • How to read and understand the NMJL card

  • Rules, set up, and sequence of gameplay

Who It’s For:

  • Total beginners

  • Anyone who wants a strong foundation before guided play

Duration & Format:

  • 2 hours

  • Can be virtual or in-person

Next Step:

After Mahj 101, you’ll be ready to play along in Mahj 102 - a guided play session to practice what you’ve learned.

Mahj 102 - Guided Play

What You’ll Learn:

  • Applying what you learned in Mahj 101

  • Guided practice game with support and reminders throughout the game

Who It’s For:

  • Graduates of Mahj 101

  • Beginners who want hands-on practice before joining regular games

Duration & Format:

  • 2 hours in person

Why It’s Valuable:

Mahj 102 bridges the gap between learning and playing. You get practice without feeling rushed or under pressure.

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