Mahjong TeachersMahjong teachers in Sarasota, FL
We list 5 teachers and lesson companies and 1 studio for American mahjong in the Sarasota area. Teachers include ACE Mah Jongg Classes, Craks & Corks Mahjong Academy and Hi-Mahj. Studios include Mahj Girl Society. Once you can play, there are 13 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 Sarasota
Instructors and companies that teach American mahjong, from first lessons to guided play.
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
ACE Mah Jongg Classes
A technical-college course provider offering beginning and follow-up American mahjong classes.
- When
- Beginning classes run Mondays from September 28–November 2, 2026, 1:30–4:00 p.m., for $175 including a card. The Next Step runs Wednesdays from September 30–October 28, 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., and Thursdays from November 12–December 17, 6:00–8:30 p.m., for $135.
- Where
- 4748 Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34233
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Craks & Corks Mahjong Academy
A private lesson provider serving Sarasota, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch, with classes and guided play previously held at Driftwood Beach Home & Garden in Longboat Key.
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Hi-Mahj
A Sarasota teacher offering American Mah Jongg instruction for beginners and strategy learners.
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Karen Kent
A certified Sarasota teacher offering four-week small-group American mahjong instruction.
- When
- Small-group instruction runs for four weeks with two hours per session.
Lakewood Ranch · Beginners welcome
Craks & Giggles
A teacher-led American mahjong workshop series for beginners at Rooted and Free in Lakewood Ranch.
- When
- Beginner American Mahjong workshops are scheduled for October 15 and November 5, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Rooted and Free, 8141 Lakewood Main Street, Suite 102; registration is required and materials are provided.
Mahjong studios in Sarasota
Dedicated spaces with tables, sets and a calendar of classes and open play.
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Mahj Girl Society
A dedicated American mahjong social club offering open play, lessons, tournaments, and events.
- When
- Hosted at Georgie's Garden Café Wednesday–Sunday, with regular open play every Wednesday, plus lessons, tournaments, and themed events. A Wednesday open-play session was listed at 6:30 p.m. for $15.
- Where
- 229 N. Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
Clubs and social groups in Sarasota
Regular games, leagues and meetups to join once you know the basics.
Sarasota
SRQ Mahjong Gathering
A Sarasota Meetup for players who already know the game and want scheduled social play.
- When
- Listed gatherings include Sunday afternoons at The GoodEarth from about 12:30–4:30 p.m.; separate money games take place at a private house.
- Where
- 2135 59th Street, Sarasota, FL
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Sarasota Mahjong Club
A Sarasota community club offering drop-in American mahjong, lessons, and play at several local venues.
- When
- Weekly lessons and drop-in games include Monday drop-in at 2:00 p.m. at El Toro Bravo, 3218 Clark Road. Open play has also been held at ActivAge Sarasota, South Lido Beach, and the Phillippi Creek gazebo, with gazebo play Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m.
Lakewood Ranch · Beginners welcome
Lakewood Ranch Women's Club Canasta/Mahjong
A Lakewood Ranch women's club special-interest group for members who want social mahjong play and instruction.
- When
- Mahjong special-interest sessions meet at LWR Town Hall from 1:00–4:00 p.m.; listings include April 2 and October 1, 2026. Annual special-interest-group dues are $40.
- Where
- 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Sarasota
SWFL Mahjong
A regional American mahjong group that brings National Mahjong League play to Sarasota.
Community centers, libraries and more in Sarasota
Recurring games and classes hosted by JCCs, libraries, senior centers and other local venues.
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Selby Library Mah Jongg
A public library program for experienced American mahjong players that also offers occasional beginner series.
- When
- Registration-required open play is for experienced players and uses the 2026 NMJL card; sessions have been listed from 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. The library has also offered four-week beginner series from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
- Where
- 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Temple Beth Sholom Mah Jongg
A temple-hosted weekly game for beginners and experienced American mahjong players.
- When
- Tuesdays from 12:30–3:30 p.m.; members pay $3 and non-members pay $5.
- Where
- 1050 South Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Lakewood Ranch · Beginners welcome
Esplanade at Azario Mahjongg Club
A resident-community club offering mahjong play and occasional lessons for Esplanade residents.
- When
- A Mahjongg Club slot was listed for April 9 from 1:00–3:00 p.m.; a separate lesson with Shelly Wolfson was scheduled from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. in the Sales Center.
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Gulf Gate Mahjong Syndicate
A library-hosted social group for beginning mahjong enthusiasts and other noncompetitive players.
- When
- Every second and fourth Friday from 2:00–4:00 p.m.; registration is required and seating is first come, first seated.
- Where
- 7112 Curtiss Ave., Sarasota, FL 34231
Sarasota · Beginners welcome
Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Mah Jongg Open Play
A Jewish community center series for weekly American mahjong open play with occasional instructed events.
- When
- Wednesdays 1:00–4:00 p.m., with weekly dates listed through December 16, 2026. The federation also hosts Get Your Mahj On on Sunday, December 6, 2026, with guided instruction, open play, and a tournament at the Ora at the Morganroth Event Center, 578 McIntosh Road; time is to be announced.
- Where
- 580 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL 34232
Englewood · Beginners welcome
Quirky Mahjong at Elsie Quirk Library
A library program for American mahjong players where beginners may use a library card.
- When
- Registered sessions accommodate up to 20 players; listings include Tuesday sessions from about 10:15 or 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 or 12:30 p.m.
- Where
- 100 West Dearborn St., Englewood, FL 34223
Ellenton · Beginners welcome
Rocky Bluff Branch Library Mah Jong
A county library program with weekly open play and small-group instruction for learners.
- When
- Open play every Tuesday; a separate Tuesday instruction session can teach up to four players.
- Where
- 6750 US 301 North, Ellenton, FL 34222
Bradenton · Beginners welcome
South Manatee Library Beginner Mahjong
A public-library beginner course for people learning mahjong from scratch.
- When
- A beginner course started September 10, 2026; each week builds on the last, with a listed session on September 24.
- Where
- 6081 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34207
Sarasota
TRWC Mahjong
A Turtle Rock Community Association mahjong session for local community participants.
- When
- Mondays from 1:00–3:00 p.m.; the calendar lists 13 dates.
- Where
- 8500 Turtle Rock Blvd, Sarasota, FL
Mahjong in Sarasota by day of the week
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Common questions
Where can a beginner take mahjong lessons in Sarasota?
Mahj Girl Society, ACE Mah Jongg Classes, Craks & Corks Mahjong Academy, Hi-Mahj and Karen Kent all teach or welcome beginners in the Sarasota area. Use each listing's link to see the next class.
What days are there mahjong classes or games in Sarasota?
Monday: ACE Mah Jongg Classes, Sarasota Mahjong Club and TRWC Mahjong. Tuesday: Temple Beth Sholom Mah Jongg and Rocky Bluff Branch Library Mah Jong. Wednesday: Mahj Girl Society, ACE Mah Jongg Classes and Sarasota Mahjong Club. Thursday: ACE Mah Jongg Classes and South Manatee Library Beginner Mahjong. Confirm with the teacher or group before you go, since schedules change.
How do I get a class or group listed in Sarasota?
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