Mahjong Teachers

Mahjong teachers in Detroit, MI

We list 6 teachers and lesson companies for American mahjong in the Detroit area. Teachers include Mah Jongg Mommas, Modern Mahj Michigan and Motor City Mahjong. Once you can play, there are 13 clubs and community games to join.

Schedules change, so use each listing's link to confirm the next class. Last checked October 2026. Something wrong? Every listing has a correction link.

Mahjong teachers and lessons in Detroit

Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.

  1. White Lake · Beginners welcome · American and other styles

    Mah Jongg Mommas

    An instructor-led service teaching American NMJL mahjong as well as Taiwanese and Siamese variants through classes, private lessons, and open play.

    When
    Fall 2026 American NMJL lesson series at Unwined in Shelby Township, Danialle's Clubhouse in Birmingham, Forks & Fetes in Rochester, and a White Lake location; also offers private in-home lessons and open play.

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  2. Birmingham · Beginners welcome

    Modern Mahj Michigan

    A Metro Detroit teaching group offering beginner American mahjong classes, guided play, and private instruction.

    When
    Private lessons, group classes, club programs, and events across Metro Detroit; Mahj 101 ran Wednesdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Birmingham Next on Sept. 16, 23, and 30, 2026.

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  3. Royal Oak · Beginners welcome

    Motor City Mahjong

    A Metro Detroit American mahjong instructor offering private lessons, public beginner classes, and hosted play at several local venues.

    When
    Private and group lessons by appointment; public Mahj 101 classes and play have been held at Talulah Belle in Rochester, Lee's Paperie in Bloomfield Hills, and Nick Gilbert Way in Detroit.

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  4. Northville · Beginners welcome

    The Mahjong Mingle

    A Northville-based American mahjong teacher and event organizer offering lessons, guided play, leagues, and private gatherings.

    When
    Lessons, open and guided play, private events, and a Metro Detroit league at venues including Studio 170, Chicane, Fiamma, OCC Orchard Ridge, OCC Southfield, The Beaute Loft, and Beyond the Brow.

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  5. Ann Arbor · Beginners welcome

    Ann Arbor Mahjong Club

    An American mahjong club serving Washtenaw County with beginner instruction, guided play, and hosted events.

    When
    Private and group beginner lessons, guided play, and hosted events in Washtenaw County.

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  6. Grosse Pointe Farms · Beginners welcome

    Rackeline Hoff

    A Metro Detroit mahjong teacher who has offered Mah Jongg 101 classes at The War Memorial.

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Clubs and social groups in Detroit

Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.

  1. Shelby Township · Beginners welcome

    The Mahjong Social Club Michigan

    A Metro Detroit American mahjong club with a Shelby Township home studio plus classes, leagues, open play, and social events at other venues.

    When
    Mahjong League Tuesdays 9:00-11:30 a.m. at the home studio; also offers open play, beginner lessons, guided play, and events at locations across Metro Detroit, including Cellar 59 at Partridge Creek.
    Where
    53564 Hunters Crossing Drive

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  2. White Lake

    Mahj Muddle Southeastern Michigan

    A flexible Southeastern Michigan American mahjong league organized by Mah Jongg Mommas.

    When
    Flexible seasonal matches rather than a standing table; a new season was scheduled to start Oct. 19, 2026.

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  3. Detroit

    Metro Detroit Bambird Scramble

    A flexible seasonal American mahjong league organized by Metro Detroit Mahjong Club and Motor City Mahjong.

    When
    Nine-week ladder from Sept. 14-Nov. 15, 2026; players choose when and where to meet. The season costs $75 and registration was open through Oct. 5, 2026.

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  4. Ferndale

    Metro Detroit Mahjong Club

    A Metro Detroit social club organizing open-play American mahjong and community events at venues such as Sidecar Slider Bar.

    Where
    241 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220

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  5. Royal Oak · Beginners welcome

    Michigan by the Bottle Mahjong Wednesdays

    A weekly American mahjong gathering for players of all levels at a Royal Oak wine venue.

    When
    Every Wednesday 5:30-8:30 p.m. using the 2026 NMJL card; free, all levels, with a 30-player limit.
    Where
    29932 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073

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  6. Detroit · Not American style

    SEMI (Southeast Michigan Riichi) - Detroit

    A recurring Wayne State-area riichi group for players seeking Japanese-style mahjong rather than American mahjong.

    When
    Recurring meetups, primarily for riichi mahjong.
    Where
    Wayne State University campus

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Community centers, libraries and more in Detroit

Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.

  1. Birmingham · Beginners welcome

    Birmingham & Berkley First UMC Mah Jongg

    A church-based program offering open play, guided play, and planned lessons at its Birmingham and Berkley campuses.

    When
    Open play Mondays 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. through Nov. 28, 2026; $10 at the door or $5 with your own board. Guided play and lessons are planned for 2027.
    Where
    1589 W Maple Rd, Birmingham, MI 48009

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  2. Birmingham

    Birmingham Next Mah Jongg

    A senior activity center with daytime independent play and a Monday social mahjong session.

    When
    Independent play Mondays 1:00-4:00 p.m. and Fridays 1:00-3:00 p.m.; Mahj & Mingling Mondays at 4:00-6:00 p.m. Members are free and guests pay $5 for Mingling.

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  3. Bloomfield Township · Beginners welcome

    Bloomfield Township Senior Services Mah-Jongg

    A township senior center offering beginner lessons and recurring social mahjong for local adults.

    When
    Learn to Play Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m., Sept. 8-29 and Oct. 6-27, 2026; a club also runs Tuesdays and Thursdays noon-3 p.m. Lessons cost $60 for residents and $70 for non-residents; cards are $15.
    Where
    4315 Andover Road, Bloomfield Township, MI

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  4. Dexter · Beginners welcome

    Dexter District Library American Mah Jongg

    A library-based American mahjong meetup testing an ongoing evening program for beginners and experienced players.

    When
    Mondays at 6:00 p.m. on Oct. 12, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 30, Dec. 14, and Dec. 28, 2026; materials are provided and registration is required for each date.
    Where
    3255 Alpine Street, Dexter, MI 48130

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  5. Dexter · Beginners welcome

    Dexter Senior Center Mahjongg

    A Dexter senior-center game with a separate beginners session and a separate Chinese mahjong table.

    When
    Fridays at 12:30 p.m.; a beginners game starts at noon, while Chinese mahjong is listed separately at 1:00 p.m.

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  6. White Lake · Beginners welcome

    Dublin Community Senior Center Mahjongg

    A senior center game for local players, with beginners welcome to observe before joining.

    When
    Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m.; beginners may come and watch.
    Where
    685 Union Lake Road, White Lake, MI 48383

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  7. Rochester

    OPC Social & Activity Center American Mah-Jong

    A community activity center with a recurring American mahjong session separate from its Chinese mahjong game.

    When
    The November 2025 calendar lists American Mah-Jong on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.; Chinese Mah-Jong is listed separately.
    Where
    650 Letica Drive, Rochester, MI 48307

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Mahjong in Detroit by day of the week

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Common questions

Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Detroit?

Mah Jongg Mommas, Modern Mahj Michigan, Motor City Mahjong, The Mahjong Mingle and Ann Arbor Mahjong Club all teach or welcome beginners in the Detroit area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.

What days are there mahjong classes or games in Detroit?

Monday: Birmingham & Berkley First UMC Mah Jongg and Birmingham Next Mah Jongg. Tuesday: The Mahjong Social Club Michigan and Bloomfield Township Senior Services Mah-Jongg. Wednesday: Michigan by the Bottle Mahjong Wednesdays, Dublin Community Senior Center Mahjongg and OPC Social & Activity Center American Mah-Jong. Thursday: Bloomfield Township Senior Services Mah-Jongg. Friday: Birmingham Next Mah Jongg and Dexter Senior Center Mahjongg. Saturday: Birmingham & Berkley First UMC Mah Jongg. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.

How do I get a class or group listed in Detroit?

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