Mahjong Teachers

Mahjong teachers in Minneapolis, MN

We list 10 teachers and lesson companies and 1 studio for American mahjong in the Minneapolis area. Teachers include Northstar Mahjong Society, Belle of the Bam and Four Flowers Mahjong at Serge + Jane. Studios include Minneapolis Mah Jongg Club. Once you can play, there are 9 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 Minneapolis

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

  1. Eden Prairie · Beginners welcome

    Northstar Mahjong Society

    Northstar Mahjong Society offers American mahjong lessons, guided open play, and league games at rotating metro venues.

    When
    League play at Lifetime Flagship in Eden Prairie; beginner series at Lenox Community Center in St. Louis Park; other open-play events at Tonkadale Greenhouse, Malcolm Yards, Utepils Brewing, and Mana Brewing in Shakopee.

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  2. Edina · Beginners welcome

    Belle of the Bam

    An Edina-based teacher offers American mahjong lessons, guided play, and social sessions for beginners and experienced players.

    When
    Pop-up American Mahjong lessons, guided play, and open play; winter social club at Starling, 4925 Eden Ave, Edina, with 11:30 a.m. social time and noon–2:00 p.m. play on alternating dates for $250 per six-date series.

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  3. Edina · Beginners welcome

    Four Flowers Mahjong at Serge + Jane

    Four Flowers Mahjong teaches American mahjong and hosts open play at the Serge + Jane boutique.

    When
    Weekly Thursday sessions rotating beginner lessons, Beyond the Basics, and open play; some sessions include 5:00–6:00 p.m. social time and 6:00–8:00 p.m. play.
    Where
    4532 France Ave S, Edina, MN 55410

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  4. Maple Grove · Beginners welcome

    Let's Learn Mahjong!

    Lisa-Marie teaches American mahjong through public lessons and private events around the metro.

    When
    Public lessons at local venues, including beginner sessions at Indeed Brewing; dates are posted by the instructor.

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  5. Deephaven · Beginners welcome

    Let's Mahj Y'all

    Claire Briggs offers American mahjong lessons, guided play, and social events around the western metro.

    When
    Mahj 101, Mahj 102, guided play, and open play; retail nights at Fox & Willow in Wayzata and occasional events such as Wayzata Country Club.

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  6. Twin Cities metro · Beginners welcome

    Mahj Nest

    Mahj Nest organizes American mahjong lessons, open play, and leagues at rotating Twin Cities venues.

    When
    Calendar of American mahjong classes, open play, and leagues at venues across the metro, including Chanhassen, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Chaska, Victoria, Excelsior, and Waconia.

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  7. Minneapolis · Beginners welcome

    Mahj in the Midwest

    Chris teaches American mahjong lessons in Minnesota and neighboring states.

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  8. Twin Cities metro · Beginners welcome

    Maj Mob

    Maj Mob brings beginner-friendly American mahjong lessons and open play to venues around the metro.

    When
    American mahjong lessons and open play at breweries, cafes, country clubs, and retail shops, including Maj 101 and Maj 102 at Sisters' Sludge Cafe & Wine Bar.
    Where
    Twin Cities metro locations, including Sisters' Sludge Cafe & Wine Bar, 3746 23rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

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  9. Minnetonka · Beginners welcome

    Melinda Colwell Mah Jongg Classes

    Melinda Colwell teaches American mahjong through several Twin Cities community-education programs and hosts related open play.

    When
    Beginner courses and open play through community education programs in Cottage Grove, Eden Prairie, Excelsior, and White Bear Lake; courses are about five weeks and cost about $85, with open play at $5 per set.

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  10. Minnetonka · Beginners welcome

    The Mahj Lodge

    A group of Twin Cities teachers offers American mahjong classes, play nights, and registered open play.

    When
    Lessons, play nights, and open play by registration.

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Mahjong studios in Minneapolis

Dedicated spaces with tables, sets and a calendar of classes and open play.

  1. Edina · Beginners welcome

    Minneapolis Mah Jongg Club

    Abbe Blacker's dedicated American mahjong studio offers classes, mentored play, leagues, and open play.

    When
    By appointment and class registration; beginner series, Beyond the Basics, mentored play, Mahj League, and open play, with some community-education courses in Edina, Hopkins, and Minneapolis.
    Where
    3942 Market Street, Edina, MN 55424

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Clubs and social groups in Minneapolis

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

  1. Minneapolis · Beginners welcome

    Minneapolis Club Mahjong

    This private club offers a weekly member-and-guest American mahjong night plus paid beginner lessons.

    When
    Weekly Mahjong Night on Tuesdays from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Charlie's; lesson series on selected Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00–8:00 p.m. in the Rose Room.

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  2. Minneapolis · Beginners welcome · American and other styles

    TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club

    Tarri Levine's metro club runs American NMJL games at recurring public venues and also schedules Japanese riichi nights.

    When
    American NMJL games at recurring sessions including New Brighton Community Center Mondays at 9:00–11:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings; BlackStack Brewing Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.; Venn Brewing Thursdays at 2:30 p.m.; Lunds & Byerlys Roseville Wednesday evenings and Sundays at noon; Hiawatha School Recreation Center Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.; Mahtomedi Mondays at 1:00 p.m.; Friday evenings at New Brighton; one listing also gives Saturdays from 1:00–3:30 p.m.
    Where
    Various metro venues; organizer base listed as 2601 Kenzie Terrace, Minneapolis, MN 55418

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  3. Plymouth

    Mission To Mahj

    An American mahjong club organizes guided open play in Plymouth.

    When
    Guided open play listed Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Spades & Company.
    Where
    Events include Spades & Company, 12805 Hwy 55 #111, Plymouth, MN 55441

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  4. White Bear Lake · Beginners welcome

    NE Twin Cities Mah Jongg Group

    Nancy Poferl's group runs American mahjong drop-in games in White Bear Lake and Mahtomedi and welcomes trained beginners.

    When
    Tuesdays and Fridays from noon–3:00 p.m. at Battleground Cafe; Mondays at Mahtomedi community education.
    Where
    Battleground Cafe, 2008 Co Rd E East, White Bear Lake, MN 55110; Mondays also at Mahtomedi District Education Center

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  5. St. Paul · Beginners welcome

    Saint City Mahjong Club

    A St. Paul club offers American mahjong classes, open play, and a recurring league at rotating venues.

    When
    Rotating Mahj 101 and 102 classes, open play, and a Wednesday league; check the events page for current venues.
    Where
    St. Paul; rotating venues including Larissa Loden, Wandering Leaf Brewing, Lake Monster Brewing, Minneapolis Cider Company, and Jenny in the City

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  6. Wayzata · Beginners welcome

    The Club Room

    An American mahjong social club offers beginner lessons, open play, and pop-up games around Lake Minnetonka.

    When
    Mahjong 101, afternoon open play, and evening soirées; Mahjong Morning Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. at Belle & Grey.
    Where
    Some sessions at a private residence; Thursday mornings at Belle & Grey, 925 Lake St E, Wayzata, MN 55391

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Community centers, libraries and more in Minneapolis

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

  1. Chanhassen · Beginners welcome

    Chanhassen Senior Center Mah Jongg

    A senior center offers American mahjong classes and a weekly Wednesday drop-in game.

    When
    Beginner class series on selected Tuesdays and Thursdays; free weekly Wednesday drop-in open play, with a beginner table reported at 1:00 p.m.
    Where
    7700 Market Blvd, Chanhassen, MN 55317

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  2. Lakeville · Beginners welcome

    Lakeville Heritage Center Mahjong

    The Heritage Center hosts twice-weekly American mahjong and occasional beginner workshops.

    When
    Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m.; $10 annual game fee plus Heritage Active Adults membership.
    Where
    Lakeville Heritage Center, Lakeville, MN 55044

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  3. Shakopee

    Shakopee Community Center Mahjong

    The Shakopee Community Center hosts weekly American mahjong for adults 55 and older.

    When
    Wednesdays from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
    Where
    Sakpe ti Lounge, Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St S, Shakopee, MN 55379

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Mahjong in Minneapolis by day of the week

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Common questions

Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Minneapolis?

Minneapolis Mah Jongg Club, Northstar Mahjong Society, Belle of the Bam, Four Flowers Mahjong at Serge + Jane and Let's Learn Mahjong! all teach or welcome beginners in the Minneapolis area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.

What days are there mahjong classes or games in Minneapolis?

Monday: TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club, NE Twin Cities Mah Jongg Group and Lakeville Heritage Center Mahjong. Tuesday: Minneapolis Club Mahjong, TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club and NE Twin Cities Mah Jongg Group. Wednesday: TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club, Saint City Mahjong Club and Chanhassen Senior Center Mah Jongg. Thursday: Four Flowers Mahjong at Serge + Jane, TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club and The Club Room. Friday: TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club, NE Twin Cities Mah Jongg Group and Lakeville Heritage Center Mahjong. Sunday: TC Metro & Suburban Mah Jongg Club. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.

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

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