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Mahjong teachers in Des Moines, IA
We list 4 teachers and lesson companies for American mahjong in the Des Moines area. Teachers include DSM Pop-Up Social Club at Hotel Renovo, Mahjong Mama DSM and The Dealt Hand. Once you can play, there are 9 clubs and community games to join.
Last checked October 2026. Dates and times change, so check the teacher's or group's own page before you go.
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Urbandale: 3 listings
No street address listed: Mahjong Mood Studio (Annie Pearson). Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, © OpenMapTiles, OpenFreeMap.
West Des Moines: 2 listings
No street address listed: Mahjong Mama DSM. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, © OpenMapTiles, OpenFreeMap.
Des Moines: 5 listings
No street address listed: The Dealt Hand, Merle Hay Mall Food-Court Mahjong. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, © OpenMapTiles, OpenFreeMap.
Mahjong teachers and lessons in Des Moines
People and small companies that teach American mahjong. "Unconfirmed" means the teacher has not checked the listing yet.
DSM Pop-Up Social Club at Hotel RenovoUrbandale
Camp Mahjong introductions on October 7, November 4, and December 2, 2026, 6:00–8:00 p.m.; open play on October 14, November 11, and December 9, 6:00–8:00 p.m. 11167 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
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Mahjong Mama DSMWest Des Moines
Recurring public and private American Mahjong classes; public classes have been held at a local address, Happy DSM, and Reclaimed Rails in Bondurant.
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The Dealt HandDes Moines
Recurring American Mah Jongg lessons and open play across the metro; Crème open play is the first and third Wednesdays, 6:00–9:00 p.m., free with sets provided. Library classes and earlier Smash Park open-play nights are also offered.
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Mahjong Mood Studio (Annie Pearson)Urbandale
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Clubs and social groups in Des Moines
Regular games and leagues. Some are for people who already know the rules. "Unconfirmed" means the group has not checked the listing yet.
Merle Hay Mall Food-Court MahjongDes Moines
Tuesday afternoons starting at 1:30 p.m. Does not play American style.
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Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe Mahjong Open PlayDes Moines
Fridays 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.; fourth Thursdays 4:00–8:00 p.m. No play fee, but a PlayPass is required after 4:00 p.m. 300 SW 5th St, Suite A150, Des Moines, IA 50309 Plays American and other styles.
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Community centers, libraries and more in Des Moines
Games and classes at libraries, community centers, churches and similar places. "Unconfirmed" means the group has not checked the listing yet.
Des Moines Public Library Mah Jongg Open PlayDes Moines
First and third Tuesdays, 1:30–3:30 p.m., plus occasional Saturdays. 1111 SW Porter Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
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Norwalk Parks and Recreation Senior Mahjong Meet-UpNorwalk
Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., beginning October 14, 2026; $2.68 per player. 2011 East 18th Street, Norwalk, IA 50211 Does not play American style.
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St. John's Lutheran Church Mah JonggDes Moines
Mondays 12:30–3:00 p.m. in Neumann Hall, weekly except holidays. 600 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 Does not play American style.
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Urbandale Senior Recreation Center MahjonggUrbandale
Tuesdays 12:30–2:30 p.m. and Thursdays 12:30–3:00 p.m.; free drop-in for ages 55+. 7305 Aurora Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322 Does not play American style.
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Valley Community Center Mah JongWest Des Moines
Open play Wednesdays 1:00–4:00 p.m.; the center has also hosted Monday beginner instruction. 4444 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Carlisle Public Library Mahjong MondaysCarlisle
Mondays 4:00–6:00 p.m., January 5 through December 31, 2026. 135 School Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 Does not play American style.
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Indianola Activity Center Mah JonggIndianola
Mondays 12:00–3:00 p.m.; activities are free unless noted, with a suggested donation of $2 per week. 2204 W. 2nd Avenue, Indianola, IA Does not play American style.
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Des Moines?
DSM Pop-Up Social Club at Hotel Renovo, Mahjong Mama DSM, The Dealt Hand, Norwalk Parks and Recreation Senior Mahjong Meet-Up and Valley Community Center Mah Jong all teach or welcome beginners in the Des Moines area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Des Moines?
Monday: St. John's Lutheran Church Mah Jongg, Carlisle Public Library Mahjong Mondays and Indianola Activity Center Mah Jongg. Tuesday: Urbandale Senior Recreation Center Mahjongg. Wednesday: Norwalk Parks and Recreation Senior Mahjong Meet-Up and Valley Community Center Mah Jong. Thursday: Urbandale Senior Recreation Center Mahjongg. Friday: Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe Mahjong Open Play. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in Des Moines?
Email hello@mahjongteachers.com with the name, where you meet and a link. Listings are free. The same address fixes or removes a listing.
Teach or run a group in Des Moines?
A listing is free. To add one, email hello@mahjongteachers.com with the name, where you meet and a link. To confirm, fix or remove a listing, use "Confirm or correct it" in its row.
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