31 teachers found in California.
Location: Los Angeles
Phone: 9495003071
Email: modernmahj@gmail.com
Website: https://www.modern-mahj.com/, modern-mahj.com
Instagram: @modrnmahj
Notes: Hello! I truly enjoy teaching mahjong, helping to build new skills and connections between people using the game as a conduit! I have a whimsical, yet foundational style that works well in both small and large groups. I look forward to hearing from you!
Location: San Francisco
Phone: 4156995435
Email: akeeler@gmail.com
Website: www.keelerkom.com
Instagram: Mister_Mahjong
Notes: Teach Chinese and American style in the SF Bay Area
Location: Agoura Hills
Phone: 410-960-0120, 4109600120
Email: bethacohan@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mahjongsocial.la, @MahjongSocial.LA
Notes: Mahjong Social offers beginner, intermediate, and advanced training sessions for groups of 4-8 women. Sessions are held in students homes, which I find to be a comfortable and conducive environment, fostering camaraderie and learning. Each session is led by an experienced and certified instructor with a passion for teaching and playing American Mahjong.
Location: Paso Robles
Phone: 513-722-5930
Email: pasoroblesmahjong@gmail.com
Website: www.pasoroblesmahjong.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pasoroblesmahjong
Notes: My favorite way to teach is very relaxed and hands-on. I like to keep it fun, approachable, and social while also building confidence quickly. We spend time learning the tiles and strategy, but I really focus on getting everyone comfortable actually playing rather than feeling overwhelmed trying to memorize everything first. Mahjong has so many little "lightbulb moments," and I love watching that happen around the table.
Location: LOS ANGELES
Phone: 8189702231
Email: clertzman@gmail.com
Instagram: Mahj_losangeles
Notes: Teaching American Mahjong for all types of learners. With a background in the media industry, I am know for making a complicated game, easy to understand, leaving you with a joy of the game and community it brings.
Location: Santa Maria
Phone: 8057203839
Email: puffins@aol.com
Notes: I am accredited by the School of American Mah Jongg. I teach small groups, run tournaments and publish a Mah Jongg Newsletter bimonthly. I teach all over the Central Coast of Calif.
Location: Glendale
Phone: 310-923-8848
Email: erinlconlon@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatsamahjzing_la/
Notes: Let's learn mahjong! I have always loved games and I have always loved to teach. That's Amahjzing has allowed me to do both. My goal is to spread community through play, one Mahjong lesson at a time. I am patient, knowledgeable, and fun. So let's toast to friendly competition and dig in! I am originally from Houston, TX but have lived in LA for 20 years. My careers have spanned the gambit from Petroleum Engineering to TV Production Accounting and now, Mahjong Instructor.
Location: Newport Beach
Email: info@mahjongoc.com
Website: www.mahjongoc.com
Instagram: @mahjongoc
Location: North Hollywood
Phone: 818-764-6240
Email: judi@mahjonggfunla.com
Website: mahjonggfunla.com
Notes: I teach American Mah Jongg in the San Fernando Valley, CA.
Location: Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta
Phone: 805.699.0041
Email: kikiteachesmahjongg@gmail.com
Website: www.kikismahjongclasses.com
Notes: I've been playing American MahJong for 38 years and teaching on and off for over 35 years. Since retiring to Santa Barbara, I've taught about 200 people to play this fascinating, strategic, and wonderfully social game. I also host a free weekly Open MahJong afternoon for my students, where newer players can gain confidence, ask questions, and continue building friendships and games together. I especially enjoy helping beginners discover that MahJong is both strategic and deeply social.
Location: Corte Madera
Phone: 415 823-2022, 4158232022
Email: mahjonggmarin@gmail.com
Website: https://Mahjonggmarin.com, Mahjonggmarin.com
Notes: Beginning American mahjongg sessions consist of four, two hour sessions for a minimum of four, maximum of eight. 3 hour Strategy sessions offered.
Location: Los Angeles
Phone: 3104806609
Email: Lisa@LALAMahjong.com
Website: Www.LALAMahjong.com
Instagram: @LALAMahjong
Notes: I love to teach beginners! Most of my students join The LA LA Mahjong League of Southern California and do very well.
Location: Highland
Phone: 909-723-3238
Email: lwnotyetgonepostal@sbcglobal.net
Website: redlands.gov/recreation. as well as cityofredlands.org/recreation
Instagram: @redlands_rec. as well as Facebook@ RedlandsRecreationDivision
Notes: I've been playing for 25 years and teaching for the last 15. I brought my Mahjong program to my local community/senior center since Mahjong is great for all stages and ages; men and women! My students range from 18 to 80. I adjust my teaching depending on where my students are in regards to their cognitive and physical abilities. My community center class is year round and free. Tuesdays from 10:30 am till 2pm. You can stay the whole time, come early and leave early, come late and stay late. We have a flexible and relaxed flow to my classes. Held at the Redlands California Community/Senior Center. 111 West Lugonia in the Southern California city of Redlands. 909-798-7573 I have students that come from 3 different counties, San Bernardino, Orange and Riverside. I also can teach one on one or group fee-for-service lessons on others days/ evenings as can be arranged. Card tables and chairs MUST be supplied by students. I have a variety of easy to read classical style mahj on sets I will bring for lessons So no need to purchase one to learn!
Location: Palm Springs
Email: psmahjong@gmail.com
Website: palmspringsmahjong.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psmahjong/
Notes: I've been teaching Chinese-style Mahjong since 2014 and absolutely love watching someone who comes to class somewhat hesitant turn into a confident and enthusiastic mahjong fan by the end of two hours. My step by step teaching method has proven to be very effective and encouraging. The best thing... hearing from players in the community say they've met so many wonderful people playing mahjong and that the game has changed their lives. Is it just a game? No, it' so much more than that.
Location: San Diego, Solana Beach, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Carmel Valley, Cardiff, Rancho Santa Fe
Phone: 6198408267
Email: mahjongatdeenas@gmail.com
Website: Mahjongatdeenas.com
Instagram: @mahjongatdeenas
Notes: Beginner and experienced player classes, socials, membership, events and feel-good connections in San Diego and beyond.
Location: Palm Desert
Phone: 310-993-4179, 3109934179
Email: mrich130@gmail.com
Notes: I have been teaching for the past 10 years, and love this game. I teach as a series of 4 to 5 lessons. You don’t need a thing! Just bring yourself and your sense of humor.
Location: Manhattan Beach
Phone: 3102663405
Email: mollyursini@gmail.com
Instagram: @mellowmountainlifestyle
Location: Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes
Phone: 6506198238
Email: momokwon@gmail.com
Instagram: Mahjong with Momo, https://www.instagram.com/momokwon
Notes: I generally teach private lessons in groups of 4-8 people and have held mahjong events at a local restaurant. I’ve taught close to 400 people how to play mahjong. I teach in and around Southern California.
Location: Carmel
Phone: 8316019301
Email: nakelle@thefitzsocial.com
Website: Website launching soon!
Instagram: @thefitzsocial
Notes: We teach mahjong from the basics to advanced play in a way that feels social, approachable, and fun! Always focused on building confidence at the table.
Location: Westlake Village
Phone: 805-813-4428
Email: nikimw@msn.com
Instagram: @mahjwithme.nikimarie
Location: Bakersfield
Phone: 661-619-9725, 6616199725
Email: cheatwoodp@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcheatwood
Notes: I love and teach American Mah Jongg!
Location: Huntington Beach, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach
Phone: 949-239-5048, 9492395048
Email: pamelawilliamson2011@gmail.com, wannamahjong@gmail.com
Website: www.wannamahjong.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannamahjong, https://www.instagram.com/wannamahjong/
Notes: Your one-stop shop for all things Mahjong instruction! I’m based in beautiful Newport Beach, California, but my roots run deep in the heart of Minnesota. I’m married and have two incredible teenage boys. I fell head over heels in love with Mahjong and have been teaching for over a year — and I bring the same joy and enthusiasm to every single lesson! I believe learning should be fun, welcoming, and full of celebration. One of my favorite things is making sure everyone walks away having won at least one game — because that feeling of success is what keeps you coming back for more! My goal is to build a vibrant, welcoming Mahjong community here in Southern California — where we play together consistently and sprinkle Mahjong knowledge like confetti wherever we go. I’m a huge advocate for lifelong learning, and my door is always open. Never hesitate to reach out with questions — no matter how big or small! When I’m not playing or teaching Mahjong, I love spending time with my family, traveling, and embracing the joy that comes from meaningful connection and play.
Location: Palm Desert
Email: hohohogreendragon@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hohohogreendragon/
Notes: I teach Chinese Mahjong (not the American version that uses an annual card). I teach 4 different classes: - Intro (covers the basics and gets you playing) - Scoring (adds a deeper level of strategy to the game and reveals that not all sets of tiles have the same value) - Settling the Score (allows you to compare your score to other players) - Limit Hands and Winning Strategies (special high point value hands and strategies to win)
Location: Los Angeles — Los Angeles County, CA
Phone: (818) 406-6634, 818-406-6634
Email: marvelousmrsmahj@gmail.com
Website: http://marvelousmrsmahj.com, marvelousmrsmahj.com
Instagram: MarvelousMrsMahj
Notes: I teach American Mahjong with humor and lots of patience!!! I love (almost) nothing more than sharing my passion for this complex, yet very fun and addictive game.
Location: San Diego, North County
Phone: 7606850178
Email: sandra.novack31@gmail.com
Notes: I have been playing for 25 years and teaching American Mah Jongg for 10 years following the National Mah Jongg League rules. My specialty is beginners! I teach to groups of five or more and come to you with all the equipment and materials to learn.
Location: Long Beach
Phone: 4158108434
Email: sara@mahjclub.com
Website: www.mahjclub.com
Instagram: @mahjclub
Notes: Founded in 2009 by Mah Jongg expert, Sara Linden, Mahj Club draws on over 30 years of play and teaching.
Location: SF Bay Area
Phone: 4158301962
Email: stephe27@me.com, stephanie@mahjwithmoxi.com
Website: www.mahjwithmoxi.com
Instagram: @mahjwithmoxi.com, @mahjwithmoxi
Notes: I make learning American Mahjong simple and easy. I love playing the game and this gives me the ability to share my passion with others. My teaching style is fun and interactive and I also provide a detailed training guide to be used when I am not there! I price per person and it includes (2) three-hour sessions + the training guide.
Location: San Jose
Phone: 408-314-1518
Email: sarah4sue@yahoo.com
Notes: Started playing Mahj at about age 10...(Playing off&on for many years! I'm now 89!) Create class-booklets to cover the "Magic of Mahj" Instruction! Very interactive, fun and well-received! "There is laughing in Mah Jongg!" vs "No crying in baseball!")
Location: ALAMO & PALM SPRINGS
Phone: 714-585-0919
Email: mahjongwithtrish@gmail.com
Instagram: @BamBam_Mahjong
Notes: We teach in the Bay Area of Northern California and Palm Springs. We offer 2 classes @ 101 & 102. We hold open play events.
Location: Berkeley & Bay Area, Berkeley
Phone: 510-334-4516, 5103344516
Email: tobysmj@gmail.com
Website: http://www.tobysmj.com/index.htm/, mahjonggforeveryone.com
Notes: I teach American Style. I have been playing for over 50 years and teaching for about twenty. I have co authored a book, American Mah Jongg for Everyone. I give Power Point talks on the history, culture and beauty of Mah Jongg.