Mahjong Lessons: 101 & 102

Learn. Practice. Play with confidence.

Whether you're brand new to American Mahjong or ready for more guided play, our small-group lessons are designed to help you build your skills and confidence one step at a time.

Mahjong 101 | American Mahjong Fundamentals

Perfect for beginners and anyone looking for a refresher on the basics.

Learn the fundamentals of American Mahjong in a relaxed, welcoming setting. We'll walk you through the game step by step, including:

• Tile recognition and terminology
• How to set up the game
• How to read and understand the National Mah Jongg League card
• Charleston and gameplay
• Basic rules and strategies
• Guided practice

No experience necessary. You'll leave with a solid foundation and an understanding of how to play the game.

Mahjong 102 | Building Your Skills

For players who have completed Mahjong 101 or already understand the fundamentals.

Now that you know the basics, it's time to put them into practice. Mahjong 102 focuses on strengthening your skills through coached gameplay and introducing more strategy.

You'll work on:

• Choosing and developing hands
• Reading the card more efficiently
• Making decisions during the Charleston
• Building strategy and confidence
• Guided gameplay with instructor support

You know how to play—now you're ready to become a more confident player.

Which class should I choose?

New to Mahjong? Start with Mahjong 101.

Know the basics but still need help putting it all together? Choose Mahjong 102.

Small group class sizes allow for plenty of individual attention, questions, and hands-on play.