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Mahjong teachers in Santa Barbara, CA
We list 7 teachers and lesson companies for American mahjong in the Santa Barbara area. Teachers include Cal Coast Mahjong, Donna Eschen Mah Jongg Classes and Godmothers Grow Mah Jongg. Once you can play, there are 11 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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Santa Barbara: 10 listings
No street address listed: Kiki's Mah Jong Classes, Handsy Mahjong, Rancho Santa Barbara Mah Jong, SB Crak Club, The Corner Room Mah Jongg Club. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, © OpenMapTiles, OpenFreeMap.
Carpinteria: 2 listings
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Mahjong teachers and lessons in Santa Barbara
People and small companies that teach American mahjong. "Unconfirmed" means the teacher has not checked the listing yet.
Cal Coast MahjongCamarillo
Private group lessons and open-play events by booking; no fixed Santa Barbara weekday is published.
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Donna Eschen Mah Jongg ClassesSanta Maria
Small-group lessons and tournaments by arrangement; no standing public weekday is published.
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Godmothers Grow Mah JonggSummerland
Recurring multi-class beginner series, including October 21, 23, 26, and 28, 2026, mostly 10:00am–12:00pm; instructor-led play and workshops are also offered.
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Kiki's Mah Jong ClassesSanta Barbara
Beginner courses by appointment in the instructor's home or a private group's home; free weekly open play is available for students.
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Handsy MahjongSanta Barbara
Three-lesson beginner series; a listed series ran Thursdays at 6:00–8:00pm and cost $140.
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Santa Ynez Valley Foundation Mahjong MondaysSolvang
Four-week learn-to-play series on Mondays, 6:45–8:45pm. Pavlov Art Gallery, 1608 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang, CA 93463
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818 MAHJ (Michal Rouse)Thousand Oaks
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Clubs and social groups in Santa Barbara
Regular games and leagues. Some are for people who already know the rules. "Unconfirmed" means the group has not checked the listing yet.
CARP Mahjong Club at SPARK45Carpinteria
Open play every other Saturday; beginner American Mahjong series have included Sunday, Tuesday, and October 13–November 10, 2026 sessions. 4660 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013
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Mahjong Mondays at The House of BeauSanta Barbara
Mondays 5:30–8:00pm; Tuesday Tea & Tiles open play was announced starting September 1. 1129A State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Plays American and other styles.
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Monday Mah Jongg at Pizza Man Dan'sCarpinteria
Every Monday; hours not stated. 699 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013
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Rancho Santa Barbara Mah JongSanta Barbara
Tuesdays at 6:15pm and Thursdays at 12:30pm; lessons are offered through Adult Education.
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SB Crak ClubSanta Barbara
Rotating lessons, drop-in play, and social events, with Monday open-play dates posted on Instagram.
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Santa Barbara Woman's Club Monday Mah JonggSanta Barbara
Mondays 1:00–4:00pm, according to player reports. 670 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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The Corner Room Mah Jongg ClubSanta Barbara
Four Wednesdays beginning October 14, 2026, with discovery or refresher play at 2:00pm and open play at 6:00pm; tickets listed at $130. Plays American and other styles.
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Mahjong Mondays at MarisellaSanta Barbara
Mondays 5:00–8:00pm, with mahjong, cocktails, and the restaurant's Sunset Hour menu. 8301 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93117 Plays American and other styles.
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University Club of Santa Barbara Mah Jongg ClubSanta Barbara
Every second and fourth Wednesday, 1:00–3:00pm; beginner classes also run, including a four-day September 2026 class. 1332 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Community centers, libraries and more in Santa Barbara
Games and classes at libraries, community centers, churches and similar places. "Unconfirmed" means the group has not checked the listing yet.
Congregation B'nai B'rith MahjonggSanta Barbara
Monthly, with dates listed on the congregation calendar. 1000 San Antonio Creek Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Plays American and other styles.
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Montecito Library Mah JonggMontecito
Friends-sponsored beginner series and registered open-play sessions, including examples on weekday mornings and afternoons through October 2026. 1469 East Valley Road, Montecito, CA 93108
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Santa Barbara?
Cal Coast Mahjong, Donna Eschen Mah Jongg Classes, Godmothers Grow Mah Jongg, Kiki's Mah Jong Classes and Handsy Mahjong all teach or welcome beginners in the Santa Barbara area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Santa Barbara?
Monday: Santa Ynez Valley Foundation Mahjong Mondays, Mahjong Mondays at The House of Beau and Monday Mah Jongg at Pizza Man Dan's. Tuesday: Mahjong Mondays at The House of Beau and Rancho Santa Barbara Mah Jong. Wednesday: The Corner Room Mah Jongg Club. Thursday: Rancho Santa Barbara Mah Jong. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in Santa Barbara?
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 Santa Barbara?
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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