Intimate in-person mahjong lessons at the Beauty Shop. Choose a lesson date and level - come solo or with a friend!
101 Lesson is hours packed with learning and covers: - Overview of the game - Understanding the tiles & suits - Rules & objectives of the game - Flow of game play - Up to 8 players per lesson - Receive our Complete American Mahjong Companion Guide
102 Class introduces strategy and allows for coached play: - Overview of mahjong strategy - Train your brain to see lines - Charleston strategy - Beginner defense - Semi-open-hand coached play means you will play at a mahjong table with opponents. You will not show your hand, however opportunities for strategy and defense will be shared to the group by the coach. - Receive our Complete American Mahjong Companion Guide - Up to 8 players
103 Class is focused on game play and strategy: - Play closed, coached hand - Ask questions as you go - about rules, strategy, ettiquette, or anything! - Up to 12 players
Ashley is amazing! Not only did I leave feeling more confident playing Mahjong, but I bought some FABULOUS products she recommended. Love her and BOTH shops!
My daughter-in-law and I have taken all 3 lessons at Beauty Shop (both locations). Ashley is a great teacher! The classes are fun and informative without being intimidating. Everyone is so kind and supportive! It's exciting to see the progress we have made in our games. We will continue to come back for open play if it's offered (please Ashley 🙏)! I would definitely recommend learning the game through these lessons. Well worth it!
I absolutely loved my Mahjong 102 class! Ashley did an amazing job teaching us strategies and tips to improve our game. I’m already looking forward to the next class! 🀄️❤️
Repetition is a good thing! Especially when Ashley is teaching MahJong at the Beauty Shop.
I had taken a few classes, and begun playing MahJong regularly with friends at the same beginner-level. So some of what was covered in MahJong 101 was familiar. But Ashley's teaching approach meant that I still learned a lot - especially about the structure of the hands on the Official MahJong card.
Ashley is informative, supportive and very encouraging. Her approach is simple - it's complicated at the beginning, there are rules and etiquette to learn, and the best way to get better is to play!
I am looking forward to more classes - and to shopping at the Beauty Shop! (So many of my favorite "clean" brands!)
First let me say it was a great experience and so much fun!! Ashley is a wonderful teacher!!
She explains everything in an easy format and gives handouts to take home. I definitely recommend taking on site classes first. You get to meet other people who are learning and ask questions. After you are done with classes then if you want you can follow up with online videos or classes. So glad I did this. .
Fern
Loved Ashley's Mah Jongg 101 class. Her instructions were clear and the pace of the class was great. Everyone got a chance to participate. Will definitely be signing up for mahjong 102. The interaction with the group was very valuable.
Great first lesson! Learned a lot and looking forward to the second lesson before purchasing a mahjong set and playing with friends. In the meantime, practicing everyday online.
My husband & I took her Mahjong101 class & we had a great time! She was so thorough in her explanation of the game. We look forward to taking the 102 class & eventually going to open play! Definitely recommend if you want to learn the game!
Absolutely! This is designed to take you from zero to mahjong hero. Mahjong 101 covers all the basics to get you playing, like tiles, the card and the rules. Mahjong 102 introduces strategy and the practice approach that will get you playing better, fast.
Complete beginners can even start playing (while learning!) after Mahjong 101.
Even players who have learned a bit of the basics will benefit from starting with 101 - understanding the layers of the game really will make it click.
What if I've tried to learn before and it was too confusing?
This is literally half of my students! We teach based on concepts you already know and take it layer by layer. It's truly not difficult, it's just a lot of new things all rolled into one game. Once you learn each layer, with a little practice it WILL click.
I'm here for questions as well!
What's so great about American Mahjong?
Where to start? It feels so good to play!
Being around a table with others is the perfect low-key way to socialize. It feels like a shared experience.
It's strategic enough to keep your brain sharp, but not difficult once you understand the layers. Plus, with a new card issued each year, you don't get bored.
The clinking of the tiles and the excitement of seeing what you will draw next is just so satisfying.
Self-Paced Virtual Lessons
Can't make these times work or want to start right away? Join our sister brand, Mahjong Hustlers for lifetime access to self-paced Mahjong 101, 102 and a downloadable version of our Complete American Mahjong Companion Guide.
Mahjong is so good for you - it's strategic enough to keep you sharp and a fun way to connect with friends new and old.It can feel complicated at first - but only because there are several layers. Piece by piece, you can absolutely master this game!
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