Mahjong 101 + 102: Two-Class Beginner Series

Learn the beautiful game of American Mahjong with this fun, approachable two-class introduction! Whether you’ve never touched a tile or you’ve played casually and want a clearer understanding, this series will give you the confidence to sit down and play.

MAHJONG 101 — SUNDAY, JANUARY 4th · 2-4 pm

We’ll begin with all the essentials: 

• A simple overview of how American Mahjong works
• Learning each tile and how to recognize the suits
• How to read the current Mahjong card
• Understanding the deal
• Step-by-step Charleston practice
• Beginner-friendly guided play

MAHJONG 102 — SUNDAY, JANUARY 11th · 2–4 PM

In the second session, we’ll build on what you learned and shift into gameplay and confidence:

• Review of 101
• How to call tiles
• Exposures and when to make them
• When to change hands
• Basic strategy
• Multiple rounds of instructor-led play

We’ll have light refreshments to nibble on while we play, and you’re more than welcome to BYOB and make it a fun Sunday outing. Your instructor for the series is Rachel French, co-owner of The Kitchen C+C, who can’t wait to teach you the basics and cheer you on as you discover your new favorite hobby!