Mahjong TeachersMahjong teachers in Birmingham, AL
We list 7 teachers and lesson companies for American mahjong in the Birmingham area. Teachers include All About Mahj, Bird Bam Besties and House of Mahj. Once you can play, there are 16 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 Birmingham
Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.
Vestavia Hills · Beginners welcome
All About Mahj
A Vestavia Hills teacher-led American mahjong organizer offering classes and guided play at venues including Rolls Bakery and B. Happy.
- When
- Class and guided-play dates vary.
Birmingham · Beginners welcome
Bird Bam Besties
A Birmingham-area teaching team offering American mahjong lessons and guided play at Corbeau Wine Bar and in Trussville.
- When
- Mahjong 101 and guided play; dates vary. Open and guided play at Corbeau Wine Bar in Homewood and in Trussville.
Trussville · Beginners welcome
House of Mahj
A Trussville teacher-led group offering American mahjong lessons, guided play, open play and a monthly club.
- When
- 101, 102, masters class, guided play, open play, and a monthly club; dates vary. In-home lessons.
Hoover · Beginners welcome
Magic City Mahj
A Hoover instructor offering American mahjong courses and private in-home lessons.
- When
- Level 1 and Level 2 classes at Hoover Steaks & Wines in Knox Square; private in-home lessons. Bham Now lists classes at $35.
Birmingham
Over the Mountain Mahjong
An Over-the-Mountain organizer offering open and guided play, private parties and tile-making classes.
- When
- Open play, guided play, private parties, and tile-making classes. Dates vary.
Homewood · Beginners welcome
Dot Crack Bham at Westhouse
A Homewood league and class program led by teacher Lindsey at Westhouse.
- When
- League dates vary. Open classes at Westhouse quarterly, $50 per person, 2.5 hours; private classes within 20 miles of 35209, $50 per person, 8-person minimum.
- Where
- 143 Citation Court, Homewood, AL
Birmingham · Beginners welcome
Kate Heyer (Kate Dot Bham)
A Birmingham teacher offering NMJL classes, workshops and free-play evenings at Little Professor Bookshop.
- When
- Periodic classes, workshops, and free-play evenings at Little Professor Bookshop. Registration required.
- Where
- Little Professor Bookshop, 2738 18th St S, Homewood, AL
Clubs and social groups in Birmingham
Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.
Homewood
205 Mahjong Club
An experienced-player social club at Corbeau Wine Bar run by Bird Bam Besties.
- When
- Fall 2026: alternating Mondays, August 31–November 30, 6:15–8:30 p.m.
- Where
- Corbeau Wine Bar at The Edge, 817 Green Springs Hwy Suite 105, Homewood, AL
Birmingham · American and other styles
Birmingham Mahjong Club
A casual Birmingham open-play club from All About Mahj with NMJL or house-rule tables.
- When
- About 40 open plays a year; location sent after registration. 2026 membership.
Birmingham
Birmingham Mahjong League
An NMJL league at Parkside on Fifth for players who want structured seasonal competition.
- When
- Wednesday evenings, 6–8 p.m.; three seasons a year. NMJL rules only.
- Where
- Parkside on Fifth, 4036 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL
Chelsea · Beginners welcome
Chelsea Mahjong Club
A Chelsea social club run by Jami Brannon with regular club nights, flexible league play and occasional lessons.
- When
- Fall 2026 club nights on 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, and 12/7; arrive 5:45 p.m., play about 6:00–8:15 p.m. Season $250; drop-in $30. Separate Chelsea Mahjong Scramble is a flexible league at $80.
- Where
- Station 31 Kitchen, Chelsea, AL
Birmingham
205 Mahjong League
A flexible Birmingham-area league run through MahjMate, with players arranging their own matches.
- When
- Flexible 8-week season beginning September 14; players set their own match times. $75.
Birmingham · Beginners welcome
Birmingham Friends and Fun Mah Jongg
A membership social club at Heardmont Park Senior Center for beginners and experienced players.
- When
- Monday mornings, 9:30 a.m.
- Where
- Heardmont Park Senior Center, 5452 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
Hoover · Beginners welcome
Oak Mountain Mahj
A Hoover-area club offering open play, classes and tournaments at rotating venues.
- When
- Classes, open play, and tournaments. Select Mondays 6–9 p.m. at Brock’s Gap Brewing and select Tuesdays 6–9 p.m. at The Anvil Pub & Grill. Membership or pay per game.
Pell City · Beginners welcome
Pell City Mahjong Club
A Pell City club offering flexible scramble play and lessons within the Birmingham-Hoover metro.
- When
- Fall 2026 Scramble, $80. Players set their own games and enter scores. No fixed weekly night.
Community centers, libraries and more in Birmingham
Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.
Mountain Brook · Beginners welcome
O'Neal Library Mah Jongg Meet Up
A free library meetup for recurring play, with beginner instruction on the first Monday of each month and temporary meetings at Mountain Brook Baptist Church.
- When
- Every Monday, 10 a.m.–noon. First Monday of the month is beginner lessons and needs registration.
- Where
- Mountain Brook Baptist Church, 3631 Montevallo Rd, Birmingham, AL 35213
Hoover · Beginners welcome
Tile Tuesday at Board in Birmingham
A participant-led Tuesday open play at a board-game venue for players of all experience levels.
- When
- Weekly Tuesdays, 5:30–8 p.m.; Bham Now lists 6–8 p.m. $16.
- Where
- 5426 Hwy 280, Suite 6, Hoover, AL 35242
Birmingham · Beginners welcome
Birmingham Next mahjong events
A Birmingham community organization listing recurring mahjong sessions and beginner American mahjong instruction.
- When
- Mah Jongg Mondays, Mondays Mahj and Mingling, and Mahj 101: Beginner American Mahjong.
Birmingham · Beginners welcome
Levite Jewish Community Center mahjong
A Jewish community center with weekly open play and beginner courses.
- When
- Open play Thursdays 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; Mahjong 101 is a three-class series, with the next start listed as October 6.
- Where
- 3960 Montclair Road, Birmingham, AL
Birmingham
Mah Jongg at Birmingham and Berkley First UMC
A church-hosted program with recurring Monday and Saturday American mahjong play and seasonal guided play.
- When
- Monday 6:00–8:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.; guided play January through March 2027 on Mondays 6:00–8:00 p.m. Pay at the door.
Birmingham
Mt Laurel Mahjong
A North Shelby library meetup with recurring Monday play and no registration.
- When
- Every Monday at 3 p.m., except the second Monday of the month at 4 p.m. No registration.
- Where
- Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted Street, Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham · Beginners welcome
Riverchase United Methodist Church Mah Jongg
A church-hosted American mahjong program with lessons and Thursday open play.
- When
- Lessons on the 1st Wednesday, 6–8 p.m., and the 1st Thursday, 1–3 p.m. After the first lesson, open play is in the Upper Room on Thursdays. Room 111, enter Door 7. Free. Skipped if the first Thursday is a holiday.
- Where
- 1953 Old Montgomery Hwy, Birmingham, AL
Vestavia Hills
Vestavia Hills Civic Center MahJong Open Play
A parks-and-recreation Wednesday game for American mahjong open play.
- When
- Wednesdays, 9 a.m.–noon.
- Where
- 1090 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Birmingham?
All About Mahj, Bird Bam Besties, House of Mahj, Magic City Mahj and Dot Crack Bham at Westhouse all teach or welcome beginners in the Birmingham area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Birmingham?
Monday: Birmingham Friends and Fun Mah Jongg, O'Neal Library Mah Jongg Meet Up and Birmingham Next mahjong events. Tuesday: Tile Tuesday at Board in Birmingham. Wednesday: Birmingham Mahjong League and Vestavia Hills Civic Center MahJong Open Play. Thursday: Levite Jewish Community Center mahjong and Riverchase United Methodist Church Mah Jongg. Saturday: Mah Jongg at Birmingham and Berkley First UMC. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
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