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Not at all. Beginner lessons are made for brand-new players, including people who have never touched a Mahjong tile or seen a National Mah Jongg League card.

Yes. Open play is for players who already understand the basic rules and flow of American Mahjong and can play independently. If you’re brand new or would like a refresher first, start with a beginner lesson.

Mahj Happy provides the tiles, racks, cards, and teaching materials you need. You’ll learn the tiles, Charleston, card basics, game flow, and the steps for playing your first American Mahjong game.

Beginner lessons are approximately two hours. That gives us enough time to explain the game, practice the key steps, and help you begin playing with confidence.

Yes. Private lessons make a fun, hands-on activity for game nights and friend gatherings of every kind—including girls’ nights, Galentine’s celebrations, bachelorette parties, birthdays, showers, corporate groups, and more. Mahj Happy can teach at your home, workplace, or a favorite local venue.

Scheduled lessons and open-play events are hosted at local venues in Hopkins, Minnetonka, Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, and around the Twin Cities. Private-group locations can be arranged when you request your event.

Yes. Lessons are welcoming, social, and paced for adult learners of all ages. No gaming experience is required, and questions are always encouraged.

Yes. Mahj Happy offers engaging American Mahjong lessons for kids, with the pace and teaching approach tailored to the group. Share the players’ ages and group size when you request a lesson so we can plan the right experience.