Mahjongg Fundamentals
Learn the magic of Mahjongg
Mahjongg Fundamentals Class Description
Who it’s for
Participants new to the game or early in their Mahjongg experience who would like to learn or refresh on the fundamentals before moving on to more complex aspects of the game.
Classes are offered in Apex and Bald Head Island, NC.
Class objectives
Learn the object of the game, how the official National Mah Jongg League Card is used and how the tiles align with the card.
Discuss hand variations of the official card and how those variations can affect player decision-making and potential success.
Understand the rules and basic strategies for success.
Review the steps of play, and how to complete each and begin hands on practice building the walls, choosing East, dealing, racking/organizing, the Charleston, how and when to pick a hand, when to pivot and how to play offensively and defensively.
What to expect
Expect to have a lot of fun! You’ll be learning alongside people who share your interest in this wildly popular game.
This is a 6-hour, two-part class, including instruction and practice play. Light snacks and soft drinks will be provided.
NMJL cards will be provided for use during the game, or you can purchase one of your own when you book. You’ll also take home a handout with rules, strategies and tips, and curated Mahjongg links and resources.
Mahjongg Fundamentals pricing
In-person two-part class
Part I: $75 Part II: $75
The two-part class includes participation in two 3-hour sessions on two subsequent days, a comprehensive handout covering the steps and how to play, rules and strategies for success, and a curated list of resources and links. Please note that to attend both days you must book each separately.
In Day Two we work on choosing a hand while playing 1-2 games from beginning to end. You experience the flow of the game while also beginning to think through when and what strategies to use. While most choose to take both days back-to-back, Day Two is optional and can be taken at a later time to better meet your needs or learning style.
NMJL playing card
$17
The National Mah Jongg League Card lists all the possible winning tile combinations and is the official card used in playing American Mahjongg. Cards are available for use during class, or you may choose to buy one to take home so that you can continue to practice and play after class.