Mahjong TeachersMahjong teachers in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
We list 14 teachers and lesson companies for American mahjong in the San Francisco Bay Area area. Teachers include Bay Area Mahj, Andrew Keeler (Mister Mahjong) and Betsy Rosen (Mahj with Betsy). Once you can play, there are 14 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 San Francisco Bay Area
Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.
Lafayette · Beginners welcome
Bay Area Mahj
A Lafayette-based American mahjong instructor offering classes, private lessons, pop-up play, and community games.
- When
- Group classes, private lessons, parties, and pop-up play; a Walnut Creek introduction ran Wednesdays in November and December 2026, and Tuesday open play has been held at Boichik Bagels Concord.
San Francisco · Beginners welcome · American and other styles
Andrew Keeler (Mister Mahjong)
A Bay Area instructor teaching NMJL American and Hong Kong-style mahjong and organizing public games.
San Francisco · Beginners welcome
Betsy Rosen (Mahj with Betsy)
An Oh My Mahjong instructor offering American mahjong lessons and hosted social play in the Bay Area.
- When
- Individual and small-group lessons by appointment; hosted American mahjong social play at Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden on October 8, 2026, 2:30–5:30 p.m.
Palo Alto · Beginners welcome
Coach Christine Mahjongg Classes
An instructor offering American mahjong classes recommended by the Palo Alto Meetup.
Alamo · Beginners welcome
Get It Mahj
An Alamo-based Oh My Mahjong instructor offering American mahjong lessons.
- When
- American mahjong instruction; no public weekly game is listed.
Danville · Beginners welcome
Jean Melgar / Danville American Mahjong
An instructor-led Danville program offering NMJL American mahjong introduction classes and open play for older adults.
- When
- Introduction to American Mahjong on Monday, December 7, 2026, at the Veterans Memorial Building; open play has also been offered there.
- Where
- 115 E. Prospect Avenue
San Francisco · Beginners welcome
Mahj Social Club SF
A San Francisco teacher and event host offering NMJL American mahjong lessons, coaching, social play, and private events.
- When
- Beginner series, coaching, social play, and private events, including dated programs at JCCSF.
Greenbrae · Beginners welcome
Mahj on My Mind
A certified Bay Area teacher offering NMJL American mahjong lessons and hosted events in Marin and nearby communities.
- When
- Small-group lessons and hosted events, including a two-session beginner class at Marin Art and Garden Center on October 20 and 27, 2026.
San Francisco · Beginners welcome
MahjWithMoxi
A San Francisco Bay Area teacher offering structured American mahjong lessons.
- When
- Two three-hour American mahjong lessons with a training guide.
Santa Rosa · Beginners welcome
Mahjong with Amy
A North Bay instructor offering American mahjong lessons, open play, and hosted games by arrangement.
- When
- Private lessons, group classes, open play, and hosted parties by request across Sonoma, Napa, and Marin.
San Francisco · Beginners welcome · American and other styles
Mahjong with Kim
A San Francisco instructor offering Chinese and American mahjong lessons and hosted games.
- When
- Private lessons and hosted play by arrangement at venues including the Showgirl Magic Museum and On Waverly.
Corte Madera · Beginners welcome
MahjonggMarin
A Corte Madera instructor offering small-group American mahjong lessons.
- When
- Beginning series of four two-hour sessions for four to eight players.
San Rafael · Beginners welcome
Marinwood Beginner American Mah Jongg
A four-session beginner American mahjong class with NMJL instruction at Marinwood Community Center.
- When
- Four Thursdays, October 29–November 19, 2026.
- Where
- 775 Miller Creek Road
San Francisco · Beginners welcome
So Bam Fun
An American mahjong instructor offering private teaching and hosted social games around the Bay Area.
- When
- Private lessons, social events, and corporate team-building programs across San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Clubs and social groups in San Francisco Bay Area
Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.
San Francisco · Beginners welcome · American and other styles
Bay Area Mahjong Meetup
A Bay Area group running public American and Chinese mahjong games at rotating venues, with introductory opportunities for new players.
- When
- Weekly games include Mamahuhu Mondays 6:00–9:00 p.m., Union Square Mondays 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Parkmerced Tuesdays at noon, Dragon Well Tuesday evenings, and Ferry Building Wednesdays about 3:00–7:00 p.m.; free introductory lessons are offered on the first two Tuesdays of the month.
Berkeley · Beginners welcome
JCC East Bay Mah Jongg
JCC East Bay hosts American mahjong groups at intermediate and advanced levels and has also offered beginner series.
- When
- Intermediate Mondays 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and advanced Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; weekly groups return in fall 2026.
- Where
- 1414 Walnut Street
San Francisco · Beginners welcome · American and other styles
Play Mahjong San Francisco
A San Francisco community group running free monthly mahjong events open to all skill levels.
- When
- Monthly Mahjong Meet & Learn community events.
Oakland and San Francisco · American and other styles
The Mahjong Project
A Bay Area mahjong event organizer hosting community gatherings at San Francisco venues.
- When
- Events in San Francisco, including Mahjong Meet & Learn programs at Book Passage Ferry Building.
Community centers, libraries and more in San Francisco Bay Area
Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.
San Francisco
Aquatic Park Senior Center American Mahjong
A senior-center drop-in game suited to older adults and adults with disabilities who already play American mahjong.
- When
- Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.; free American drop-in play for older adults and adults with disabilities.
- Where
- 890 Beach Street
San Jose
Camden Community Center American Mah Jongg
A San Jose recreation-center open play for adults age 50 and older, with volunteer advice but no formal instruction.
- When
- Wednesdays, September 16–December 9, 2026, except November 11 and 25.
- Where
- 3369 Union Avenue
San Francisco
Congregation Beth Sholom Mah Jongg
An American mahjong drop-in at a synagogue for players who can bring their own current card.
- When
- Wednesdays, 6:00–9:00 p.m.; $5, bring a current card, and contact the group before attending.
- Where
- 301 14th Avenue
Daly City · Beginners welcome
Doelger Senior Center American MahJong
A senior-center American mahjong program where players can learn the rules or join open play.
- When
- Wednesdays, January 7–December 16, 2026; a prior listing gave the time as 1:00–3:00 p.m.
- Where
- 101 Lake Merced Boulevard
San Francisco
Golden Gate Park Senior Center Mahjong
A senior-center drop-in program with American mahjong reported on Thursdays for players age 55 and older.
- When
- Drop-in mahjong Mondays and Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; NMJL play is listed Thursdays 1:00–4:30 p.m.
- Where
- 6101 Fulton Street
Foster City
Peninsula JCC Drop-in Mahjong
A free American mahjong drop-in at the Peninsula JCC for players who already know the game.
- When
- Thursdays, 12:45–3:00 p.m.; free, bring a current card and set.
- Where
- 800 Foster City Boulevard
Livermore · Beginners welcome
Robert Livermore Community Center American Mah Jongg
A recreation-center American mahjong program for adults age 50 and older, including a beginner drop-in.
- When
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 1:00–4:00 p.m.; Tuesday is beginner drop-in and Wednesday is general drop-in. $2.
- Where
- 4444 East Avenue
San Anselmo · Beginners welcome
San Anselmo American Mah Jongg
The Isabel Cook Community Center offers Thursday American mahjong lessons and drop-in play for experienced and rusty players.
- When
- Thursdays, lessons 9:00–11:00 a.m. and drop-in play 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Where
- 1000 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard
San Francisco · American and other styles
Sunday Mahjong Sessions at UN Plaza Civic Center
A weekly public drop-in where people play mahjong and chess in Civic Center.
- When
- Sundays, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
- Where
- UN Plaza Civic Center, San Francisco, CA
Yountville · Beginners welcome
Yountville Library Tile Tuesday
A library-hosted NMJL American mahjong open play that also offers occasional beginner instruction.
- When
- Tuesdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.; the library has also listed Saturday American mahjong.
- Where
- 6516 Washington Street
Mahjong in San Francisco Bay Area by day of the week
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in San Francisco Bay Area?
Bay Area Mahj, Andrew Keeler (Mister Mahjong), Betsy Rosen (Mahj with Betsy), Coach Christine Mahjongg Classes and Get It Mahj all teach or welcome beginners in the San Francisco Bay Area area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in San Francisco Bay Area?
Monday: Bay Area Mahjong Meetup, JCC East Bay Mah Jongg and Golden Gate Park Senior Center Mahjong. Tuesday: Bay Area Mahjong Meetup, Aquatic Park Senior Center American Mahjong and Robert Livermore Community Center American Mah Jongg. Wednesday: Bay Area Mahjong Meetup, JCC East Bay Mah Jongg and Camden Community Center American Mah Jongg. Thursday: Golden Gate Park Senior Center Mahjong, Peninsula JCC Drop-in Mahjong and San Anselmo American Mah Jongg. Sunday: Sunday Mahjong Sessions at UN Plaza Civic Center. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in San Francisco Bay Area?
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