Mahjong TeachersMahjong teachers in Long Island, NY
We list 10 teachers and lesson companies for American mahjong in the Long Island area. Teachers include Kimoto Mah Jongg Club, Mahjong on the Bay and Donna Miller-Small. Once you can play, there are 30 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 Long Island
Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.
Plainview · Beginners welcome
Kimoto Mah Jongg Club
An American mahjong teacher offering beginner instruction, supervised play, and private groups.
- When
- Private lessons, supervised play, beginner instruction, and card review by arrangement in Plainview, Syosset, Massapequa, and Roslyn.
Long Island · Beginners welcome
Mahjong on the Bay
A Long Island lesson studio offering private instruction and small-group introductory courses.
- When
- Private one-on-one lessons and group Mahjong 101 or 102 sessions for three or more, by booking.
Long Island
Donna Miller-Small
A Long Island instructor teaching mahjong in libraries, adult education programs, and private groups.
- When
- Mahjong instruction is offered through libraries, adult education programs, and private groups.
Sag Harbor · Beginners welcome
Hamptons Mahj
A Hamptons teaching business running American mahjong lessons and guided social play at rotating venues.
- When
- Pop-up lessons and guided play at venues including Faraway in Sag Harbor, Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Sett Coffee in Amagansett, and the Pridwin on Shelter Island.
Long Island · Beginners welcome
Long Island Mahj
A Long Island organization offering American mahjong lessons and guided play.
- When
- American Mahjong lessons and guided play sessions on Long Island.
Bellmore · Beginners welcome
Mah Jongg with Ann
A Bellmore teacher offering beginner and intermediate American mahjong to private groups.
- When
- Private American Mah Jongg groups of 4–16 by arrangement.
Long Beach · Beginners welcome
Mahj on Long Beach
A Long Beach teacher offering NMJL-based American mahjong lessons and guided group events.
- When
- By arrangement: one-day Mahjong 101 sessions, four-week packages, and themed parties with guided open play.
Centerport · Beginners welcome
Maj with Lor
An American mahjong teacher offering lessons, guided play, and events at cafés, shops, and community venues.
- When
- Private lessons, group classes, guided play, and mock tournaments at rotating venues including Main Street Board Game Café in Huntington and Nest on Main in Northport.
Montauk · Beginners welcome
Montauk Mahj
An East End organizer offering American mahjong lessons, guided play, and social events.
- When
- Beginner lessons, guided play, and social events at rotating East End venues including Montauk Lake Club, Southampton, and Montauk.
East Meadow · Beginners welcome
Town of Hempstead Mah Jongg classes
Town recreation classes covering beginner through intermediate American mahjong at East Meadow and Merrick venues.
- When
- Seasonal beginner and advanced-beginner classes at Speno Park, plus intermediate classes at the Merrick Golf Course Clubhouse; 2026 NMJL card required.
- Where
- Senator Speno Memorial Park, 745 E Meadow Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554
Clubs and social groups in Long Island
Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.
Dix Hills · Beginners welcome
Get Your Mahj On
An organizer-led drop-in group for players who want open tables, lessons, or private mahjong events.
- When
- Weekly drop-in American mahjong at Half Hollow Hills Library and Wednesdays at Melville Library; times vary and lessons and parties are also arranged.
- Where
- Half Hollow Hills Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills, NY 11746
Dix Hills
Dix Hills Library Mahjong Group
A separate Dix Hills-area mahjong group listed for recurring library play.
- When
- Recurring open play; confirm the current schedule before attending.
Northport · Beginners welcome
Harbor Winds Mahjong
A dedicated North Shore club offering American mahjong open play, leagues, and classes.
- When
- Dedicated club planning open play, leagues, and classes; admission was reported at about $20.
- Where
- 101 Main St, Northport, NY
Northport · Beginners welcome
Long Island Mahjong Club at Twisted Cow Distillery
A recurring Northport American mahjong session offering both guided play and open tables.
- When
- Weekly paid drop-in play at Twisted Cow Distillery, with guided or lesson spots and open-play spots; weekday and street address were not published.
Babylon
Long Island Yacht Club Mahjong Club
A weekly yacht-club game led by Aleta with equipment available for players who need it.
- When
- Every Thursday 1:00–3:00 PM; all levels may attend, and players can bring a set or use the club's.
- Where
- 307 Little East Neck Road South, Babylon, NY 11702
Island Park · Beginners welcome
MJ Social
An American mahjong club with lessons, guided play, social games, and private events.
- When
- Open play, beginner lessons, guided play, and automatic-table sessions on multiple weekdays and weekends.
- Where
- 203 Long Beach Road, Island Park, NY
Centereach
Mah Jongg Mania
A social and tournament organizer combining American mahjong with occasional pickleball and lunch events.
- When
- Mahj & Match socials run at The Picklr, and Super Six tournaments are held at Best Western Premier in Plainview.
- Where
- The Picklr Centereach, 231 Centereach Mall, Centereach, NY 11720
Cold Spring Harbor area
Main Line Mahjong League - Long Island
A Long Island competitive mahjong league serving the Cold Spring Harbor area.
- When
- Local league serving the greater Cold Spring Harbor area; the 2026 summer league ran June 26–August 14.
Suffolk County
Suffolk County Mah Jongg Club
A Suffolk County American mahjong club with its own website but no public schedule in the results.
Community centers, libraries and more in Long Island
Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.
East Islip
Joyce Fitzpatrick Senior Center mah jongg
A recurring senior-center mahjong session in East Islip.
- When
- Tuesdays at 1:00 PM.
- Where
- 50 Irish Lane, East Islip, NY
Baldwin · Beginners welcome
Baldwin Public Library Mah Jongg
Recurring library sessions divided between advanced beginners and more experienced American mahjong players.
- When
- Mondays 6:15–8:45 PM for advanced beginners and Wednesdays 11:30 AM–3:00 PM for intermediate and stronger players.
Oceanside · Beginners welcome
Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC
An Oceanside JCC offering member open play and seasonal beginner instruction.
- When
- Mah Jongg Mondays 12:00–4:00 PM, free for members with registration required; beginner classes are offered in seasonal series.
- Where
- 15 Neil Court, Oceanside, NY 11572
Wantagh · Beginners welcome
Congregation Beth Tikvah mahjong
A large weekly synagogue mahjong gathering that includes both experienced players and learners.
- When
- Weekly Thursdays; the group includes regular players and people learning the game.
- Where
- 3710 Woodbine Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793
East Hampton · Beginners welcome
East Hampton Library Friday Afternoon Mahjong
A free library game for seasoned players, with separate opportunities for beginners to learn.
- When
- Fridays at 1:00 PM for about two hours, free; beginner lessons have also been listed separately.
- Where
- 159 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937
Hampton Bays · American and other styles
Hampton Bays Public Library Bridge/Canasta/Mah Jongg
A library gaming program combining mahjong with bridge and canasta.
- When
- Library gaming sessions listed on Sundays 1:00–4:00 PM and Wednesdays 10:00 AM–1:00 PM.
- Where
- 52 Ponquogue Avenue, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
Bridgehampton
Hampton Library Mahjong Meet & Play
A free library open-play session for players who already know the game.
- When
- Sunday open play from September 28 through November 30, 2026, 3:30–4:30 PM, free; advance registration required.
- Where
- 2478 Main Street, Bridgehampton, NY 11932
East Hampton · Beginners welcome
Jewish Center of the Hamptons Mahjong Gathering
A Jewish center gathering with lessons for new players and tables for experienced American mahjong players.
- When
- Twice-monthly fall and winter gathering; the first listed session was October 15, 2026, 4:30–5:30 PM, free.
- Where
- 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY 11937
Long Beach
Long Beach Public Library Mah Jongg Club
A library open-play club for people looking to meet other mahjong players.
- When
- Wednesdays at 11:00 AM in the Library Auditorium; bring your own tiles.
- Where
- 111 West Park Ave, Long Beach, NY 11561
Mattituck
Mattituck-Laurel Library Friday Mah Jongg
A library-based mahjong group that is not sponsored by the library.
- When
- Friday Mah Jongg; hours were not stated.
- Where
- 13900 Main Road, Mattituck, NY 11952
Plainview · Beginners welcome
Mid-Island Y JCC
A Plainview JCC hosting seasonal beginner American mahjong classes.
- When
- Seasonal beginner and young-parents beginner series taught at the JCC; fees were about $165, with discounts for full members.
- Where
- 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview, NY 11803
Montauk · Beginners welcome
Montauk Library Mah-Jongg & More
A library program combining mahjong with other board and card games.
- When
- Seasonal Tuesday sessions have been listed from 1:00–3:30 PM; beginners are welcome and registration is required.
- Where
- 871 Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954
Port Jefferson · Beginners welcome
Port Jefferson Free Library Mah Jongg
A library program with a beginner session on Mondays and practice play on Wednesdays.
- When
- Mondays 1:00–3:00 PM for beginners and Wednesdays 1:00–3:00 PM for practice.
Sayville
Sayville Library Mah Jongg Group
A recurring mahjong group using library space but operating independently of the library.
East Hills · Beginners welcome
Sid Jacobson JCC
A JCC with members-only open play and several American mahjong class levels.
- When
- Members-only open play Mondays 12:30–2:30 PM from September through June, plus beginner classes, immersion sessions, and clinics.
- Where
- 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY 11548
Smithtown · Beginners welcome
Smithtown Library Mah Jongg classes
A library system offering American mahjong instruction for beginner and intermediate players.
- When
- Beginner and intermediate American Mah Jongg classes using National Mah Jongg League rules; registration may fill in advance.
Commack · Beginners welcome
Suffolk Y JCC Mah Jongg Club
A JCC club for regular American mahjong play with separate beginner classes.
- When
- Mah Jongg club Tuesdays 12:30–4:00 PM by reservation; beginner American Mah Jongg classes are offered in seasonal series.
- Where
- 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, NY 11725
Cedarhurst · Beginners welcome
The Marion & Aaron Gural JCC
A JCC offering open mahjong, lessons, and a Wednesday group for players who want a regular social game.
- When
- Open Canasta and Mah Jongg Mondays and Tuesdays 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, $5 per person; lessons Mondays 2:00–3:30 PM, $150/4 classes; Mah Jongg Moms Wednesdays 10:30 AM–12:00 PM, $150/4 classes.
- Where
- 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY
Huntington
Town of Huntington Beach House informal mahjong
An informal weekly mahjong game at the town Beach House.
- When
- Mondays 10:30 AM–12:30 PM in the Large Card Room.
Huntington · Beginners welcome
Town of Huntington senior mahjong with Jane Pressman
A senior-center session combining American mahjong instruction with free play.
- When
- Thursdays at 9:30 AM at the Senior Center, with instructional mahjong and free play.
Westhampton Beach · American and other styles
Westhampton Free Library Games Club
A library games club that includes mahjong among several small-group games.
- When
- Games Club sessions have featured mahjong, bridge, and other small-group games; current times should be checked on the library calendar.
- Where
- 7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Long Island?
Kimoto Mah Jongg Club, Mahjong on the Bay, Hamptons Mahj, Long Island Mahj and Mah Jongg with Ann all teach or welcome beginners in the Long Island area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Long Island?
Monday: Baldwin Public Library Mah Jongg, Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC and Port Jefferson Free Library Mah Jongg. Tuesday: Joyce Fitzpatrick Senior Center mah jongg, Montauk Library Mah-Jongg & More and Suffolk Y JCC Mah Jongg Club. Wednesday: Baldwin Public Library Mah Jongg, Long Beach Public Library Mah Jongg Club and Port Jefferson Free Library Mah Jongg. Thursday: Long Island Yacht Club Mahjong Club, Congregation Beth Tikvah mahjong and Town of Huntington senior mahjong with Jane Pressman. Friday: East Hampton Library Friday Afternoon Mahjong. Sunday: Hampton Library Mahjong Meet & Play. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in Long Island?
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