Learn to Play mahjong

The Lucky Sparrow breaks down the game of American Mahjong into five distinct levels, providing you with a solid foundation of knowledge to play anywhere and win.

As a member of the Mahj Life Instructor Guild, The Lucky Sparrow pledges to teach per the NMJL rules. Any table rules that are presented will be specifically cited as such. This means that students will have a clear understanding of the base rules and can play at any table.

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LESSON OPTIONS

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  • Whether you want to learn the game without a crowd or want to strengthen your existing Mahjong skills, The Lucky Sparrow can help!

    Sharpen your game with a private one-on-one, hourly coaching session. Focus will be based on meeting where you currently are to help establish or improve your gameplay.

    PRICING — $70/hour

  • Setting the foundation of your mahjong knowledge with NMJL rules is essential to playing the game correctly…and having fun!

    This 2-hour session covers the setup/tiles, rules, dealing, and gameplay. The Lucky Sparrow “How-to-Play American Mahjong” handout is included for each participant.

    PRICING — Group of Four: $240 | Group of Eight: $440

  • Know your way around the setup and a basic understanding of the rules? Take your play further with additional strategies to play and win!

    This 2-hour session reviews the current card (strengths, weaknesses, pivot plays), Charleston strategies, and ways to play defensively.

    PRICING — Group of Four: $180 | Group of Eight: $320

  • Sometimes it’s nice to have a knowledgeable teacher in arms reach to help clarify rules and advise on strategies.

    This 2-hours of guided play allows for your group to have a resident expert for any and all questions while you play!

    PRICING — Group of Four: $140 | Group of Eight: $240

  • Want to know how to play Mahjong with three players? This 1-hour lesson reviews how to play Mahjong when you’re short one person for a regular game (three participants included in the price).

    Following the lesson, guided play is provided to answer questions and advise on strategy. Both NMJL and table rules are covered.

    PRICING — Group of Three: $120

  • Want to know how to play Mahjong with only two players? This 1-hour lesson reviews how to play doubles (or “Siamese”) Mahjong.

    Following the lesson, time for guided play is provided to answer questions and advise on strategy. Doubles racks are provided for the lesson.

    PRICING — Group of Two: $100 | Group of Four: $160

Secure Your Spot!

3-Lesson Package

Intro + Moderate + Guided Play

$500/four players

WHAT’S INCLUDED