MAHJONG 101 · FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS
Never touched a tile? Start here.
Mahjong 101 is a 2.5-hour American mahjong class for complete beginners, taught at venues around St. Petersburg. You need no experience and no tiles, and you'll play a real game before you leave.
"I left feeling confident and excited to play. I truly can't recommend her enough."
— WENDY, MAHJONG 101
This class is for you if
- You've never played and you're starting from zero.
- You played once years ago and none of it stuck.
- You've watched friends play and quietly decided you'd never catch up.
- You own a set that's still in its box.
What you'll learn
- The tiles, the suits and what the jokers can do
- How to read the National Mah Jongg League card
- How to set up, deal and run the Charleston
- The basic rhythm of a turn, so you can keep playing on your own
I teach with my Mahjong Made Simple method, which means I leave out everything you don't need on day one. You'll have tiles in your hands in the first fifteen minutes.
Class details.
Everything you need to know before you book.
| Length | 2.5 hours |
| Price | $68 a person |
| Bring | Nothing. I bring tiles, racks and cards. |
| Class size | Set by the venue. Every class needs at least 6 people to run. |
| Changes | Bookings are non-refundable. You can reschedule once within 6 weeks at no charge. |
Where classes run
Around St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay: Dillard's Tyrone Square, AR Workshop St. Petersburg, Pour & Décor, Perry's Porch, Paloma House, Yin Soul and others. Each date lists its venue and address.
See 101 datesThree steps to your first table.
You don't need tiles, a card, or a friend who already plays. You need one class.
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Book Mahjong 101
For complete beginners. 2.5 hours, $68, at venues around St. Pete. Pick the date and place that suit you.
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Show up with nothing
I bring the tiles, racks and cards. Bring a water bottle and come as you are.
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Leave playing
Before class ends, you'll be at a table with real tiles in your hands. Guided Play and 102 are there when you want more.
Upcoming Mahjong 101 schedule
Pick a date and a venue near you. Each date lists its address.
After 101.
Take the next step at your own pace.
Guided Play
Full games with other learners, with me at the table to help. 2 hours, $28.
Mahjong 102
The next layer of the game, for returning beginners.
Open Play
No lesson, just a table and new people to play with.
Questions about Mahjong 101.
I've never played. Is Mahjong 101 really for me?
Yes. It's for complete beginners. I start at the very beginning and skip anything you don't need yet.
I played years ago. Should I take 101 or 102?
Start with 101. If it all comes back fast, email me before you book and we'll see if 102 fits better.
What's the difference between Taste of Mahjong and 101?
Taste is a relaxed 90 minutes to see if mahjong is your game. 101 is 2.5 hours, and it's where you learn to play.
Can I come by myself?
Yes, and many people do. You'll sit with other new players and may leave with your future mahjong group.
Do I need to buy this year's card?
Not for class. Once you start playing on your own, you'll want your own copy, and I'll show you where to get one.
What if the class doesn't fill?
If fewer than 6 people sign up, I move your seat to another date and email you first.
One class, and you're in.
Pick a date and a venue near you. I'll bring everything else.