Mahjong TeachersMahjong teachers in Pittsburgh, PA
We list 6 teachers and lesson companies and 1 studio for American mahjong in the Pittsburgh area. Teachers include Country Club Tiles, PghMahjCorner and Three Rivers Mahjong. Studios include The Mahji Bird. 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 Pittsburgh
Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.
Fox Chapel
Country Club Tiles
Liz Watkins teaches American mahjong and organizes guided play and events at rotating Pittsburgh-area venues.
- When
- Lessons, lesson series, guided play, and open play at rotating venues including Mediterra and Local Remedy Brewing
Aspinwall · Beginners welcome
PghMahjCorner
An American mahjong teaching and playing program for new and experienced players.
- When
- Recurring ticketed open play, Mahj 101, Mahj 102, guided play, and private lessons
- Where
- 301 Freeport Rd
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Three Rivers Mahjong
A certified instructor offers American mahjong classes covering the tiles, NMJL card, Charleston, and game setup.
- When
- Mahjong 101 classes in Wexford, Cranberry, Coraopolis, Monroeville, Wilkins Township, and other suburbs; locations are emailed before class
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Golden Bam Mahj Co.
Robyne and Dianne teach American mahjong through private lessons, classes, and hosted events.
- When
- Private Mahjong 101, community classes, parties, and corporate events by request
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Strip Mahj
Amber Jackson hosts American mahjong open play for experienced players and beginner lessons at rotating neighborhood venues.
- When
- Recurring American open play and Mahjong 101 lessons in the Strip District, Downtown, and Lawrenceville
Crescent Township · Beginners welcome
West Hills Mah Jongg
Karen Hassan teaches official-rules American mahjong and helps students form regular games in the West Hills.
- When
- Small-group lessons for four or more players and organized games by arrangement
Mahjong studios in Pittsburgh
Dedicated spaces with tables, sets and a calendar of classes and open play.
Canonsburg · Beginners welcome
The Mahji Bird
A dedicated American mahjong studio offering Mahj 101, advanced instruction, guided play, and lessons by appointment.
- When
- Studio hours Tuesday 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Thursday 2–9 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; lessons by appointment
- Where
- 1800 Main Street, Suite 102, Southpointe Town Center
Clubs and social groups in Pittsburgh
Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.
Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Mah Jongg
A local Facebook group that directs players to free American mahjong games at libraries, churches, and clubs.
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Pittsburgh Mahjong Club
A social club offering American mahjong open play, beginner lessons, and occasional pop-up games.
- When
- Monthly meetups at Rodef Shalom, with pop-up games including Jimmy Wan's Fox Chapel
- Where
- 4905 Fifth Ave
Pittsburgh
Yinz Mahj
An American mahjong information hub that hosts open play and helps players find local games and instructors.
- When
- Monthly open play at The Conservatory at Bakery Square; also lists local hosts and meetups
Pittsburgh
Bambird Scramble, Pittsburgh
A seasonal American mahjong ladder for players who want organized matches and leaderboard scoring.
- When
- Seasonal nine-week ladders with in-person matches arranged by participants
Sewickley · Beginners welcome
Dot Dot Darling
A planned mahjong club offering open play, lessons, private parties, and family-oriented games.
- When
- Tentative hours Wednesday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; opening was planned for September 2026
- Where
- 348 Beaver St
Sarver
Jokers With Attitude at White Box Studio
A recurring American mahjong open-play group meeting at an art and retail studio in Sarver.
- When
- Dated open-play sessions at White Box Studio
- Where
- 612 South Pike Road, Suite 102
Etna
Three Rivers Mahjong Club at CoStar Brewing
A recurring American mahjong open-play meetup at CoStar Brewing.
- When
- Periodic open-play meetups lasting about four hours
- Where
- CoStar Brewing, Etna / Lawrenceville area
Community centers, libraries and more in Pittsburgh
Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.
Fox Chapel
Cooper-Siegel Community Library mah jong open play
Every-other-week American mahjong open play for adults who already know the game.
- When
- Every other Sunday, 2:00–4:00 p.m.; registration required
- Where
- 403 Fox Chapel Rd
Moon Township · Beginners welcome
Moon Township Public Library mah jongg
A weekly American mahjong game at the Moon Township library that invites both learners and experienced players.
- When
- Fridays, 12:00–4:00 p.m., Sky Room
Ross Township
Ross Township community calendar mah jongg play
A free Tuesday American mahjong play session listed on the Ross Township calendar.
- When
- Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.; registration is through the township calendar
- Where
- 1000 Ross Municipal Drive
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
AgeWell at the JCC Squirrel Hill mah jongg
A weekly American mahjong game for Allegheny County residents age 60 and older at the JCC.
- When
- Thursdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Room 310
- Where
- 5738 Forbes Ave
Avalon
Avalon Public Library Mahjong Playing Group
A weekly evening American mahjong playing group for adults at the Avalon library.
- When
- Tuesdays, 5:45–7:45 p.m.
- Where
- 317 S. Home Ave
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Beth Shalom weekly game day
A weekly synagogue game day with free American mahjong for members, non-members, and new players.
- When
- Every Thursday; no fee; mahjong players should email ahead
- Where
- 5915 Beacon St
Butler
Butler Area Public Library mahjong
A Monday American mahjong session at the Butler library using games available to borrow.
- When
- Mondays, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., first-floor seating area; no instruction
Edgewood · Beginners welcome
C.C. Mellor Memorial Library mahjong
A Friday American mahjong game at the library where the resident host can teach new players.
- When
- Fridays at 1:00 p.m.; players of all ages and abilities are welcome
- Where
- 1 Pennwood Ave
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Calvary Episcopal and Tree of Life mahjong
A free weekly American mahjong game co-hosted by Tree of Life and Calvary Episcopal for players of all levels.
- When
- Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; free; bring an NMJL card and set if available
- Where
- 315 Shady Ave
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Hazel Grove Brewing midweek mahj
A weekly American mahjong game at a Hazelwood taproom that welcomes players of all levels.
- When
- Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; all levels; bring tiles
- Where
- 4609 Irvine St
Pittsburgh
Hillel JUC of Pittsburgh - Mahjong Club
A monthly American mahjong club hosted through Hillel JUC in Oakland.
- When
- Monthly
- Where
- Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
O'Hara Township · Beginners welcome
Lauri Ann West Community Center - Beginner Mah Jongg
A beginner American mahjong class series at the Lauri Ann West Community Center.
- When
- Registration-based beginner class series
- Where
- Fox Chapel area, O'Hara Township, PA
Sewickley
Matt's Pickle and Padel
A recurring Monday American mahjong meetup at a pickleball and padel facility.
- When
- Mondays, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
- Where
- 301 Deer Run Rd
Gibsonia · Beginners welcome
Northern Tier Regional Library mahjong
A library program with weekly American mahjong and occasional beginner lessons.
- When
- American mahjong every Wednesday, 1:00–3:00 p.m.; beginner lessons are offered bi-monthly on Tuesday evenings
- Where
- 4015 Dickey Rd
Pittsburgh
Northland Public Library Mahjong Mondays
A weekly American mahjong meetup at a North Hills public library.
- When
- Mondays, 12:30–2:30 p.m., Conference Room 218
- Where
- 300 Cumberland Rd
Oakmont · Beginners welcome
Oakmont Carnegie Library Play Mahjong
A library game for American mahjong players, with help available for beginners.
- When
- Mondays, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; one listing described alternate Mondays
- Where
- 700 Allegheny River Blvd
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Community Center mah jongg
A community-center American mahjong game with regular lessons in Pittsburgh's North Hills area.
- When
- Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Room 105; $3 per person; lesson series are $15 for three classes
- Where
- 7 Chalfonte Ave
Sewickley · Beginners welcome
Sewickley Public Library mahjong
A library-based American mahjong game with occasional beginner instruction using the NMJL card.
- When
- Mondays, 6:00–8:45 p.m.; beginner classes also ran in April and May 2026
- Where
- 500 Thorn St
Sewickley · Beginners welcome
Sewickley Valley YMCA mahjong
A YMCA program offering American mahjong classes and open play for members and non-members.
- When
- Beginner and intermediate classes ran September 14–October 22, 2026; open play Tuesdays 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and Thursdays 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Temple Sinai Mahjong Club
A synagogue-based American mahjong club offering recurring games and lessons.
- When
- Weekly sessions with lessons
- Where
- Temple Sinai, Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, PA
Upper St. Clair · Beginners welcome
Upper St. Clair Township Library mah jongg
A twice-monthly American mahjong game with past beginner instruction at the township library.
- When
- First and third Thursday, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; a four-week beginner class ran in October 2025
- Where
- 1820 McLaughlin Run Rd
Oakdale
Western Allegheny Community Library
A Western Allegheny library location listed as hosting an American mahjong meetup.
- Where
- 181 Bateman Rd
Pittsburgh · Beginners welcome
Women of Rodef Shalom mahjong
An informal American mahjong group at Rodef Shalom that welcomes all players.
- When
- Informal games on listed dates, including February 25 and May 27, 2026
- Where
- 4905 Fifth Ave
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Pittsburgh?
The Mahji Bird, PghMahjCorner, Three Rivers Mahjong, Golden Bam Mahj Co. and Strip Mahj all teach or welcome beginners in the Pittsburgh area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Pittsburgh?
Monday: Butler Area Public Library mahjong, Matt's Pickle and Padel and Northland Public Library Mahjong Mondays. Tuesday: Ross Township community calendar mah jongg play, Avalon Public Library Mahjong Playing Group and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Community Center mah jongg. Wednesday: Hazel Grove Brewing midweek mahj, Northern Tier Regional Library mahjong and Sewickley Valley YMCA mahjong. Thursday: AgeWell at the JCC Squirrel Hill mah jongg, Beth Shalom weekly game day and Calvary Episcopal and Tree of Life mahjong. Friday: Moon Township Public Library mah jongg and C.C. Mellor Memorial Library mahjong. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in Pittsburgh?
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