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Mahjong lessons in Atlanta

Atlanta has American mahjong teachers in the city and the northern suburbs, from Alpharetta to Dunwoody, plus a dedicated studio in Chamblee that teaches Asian styles and rents automatic tables to American groups.

Checked and updated October 31, 2026

Brand new? 3 places here run beginner classes or first lessons.

Already know the basics? 4 offer open play, leagues or a regular club night.

Places to learn and play

  • Atlanta Mahjong Mentors

    Teachers, Metro Atlanta, at your home or venue

    Offers
    Mahjong 101 (2.5 hours), Mahjong 102 strategy, Mahjong 103 guided play, Private lessons, Dunwoody league
    Style
    Not stated
    Price
    Mahjong 101 $75 per person; 102 $75; 103 guided play $65
    How to book
    Request to book online

  • Le Mahj Club

    Teachers and events, Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton and metro Atlanta

    Offers
    Mahjong 101 and 102 lessons, Guided play, Open play, Leagues, Private events
    Style
    American
    Price
    Guided play $45; open play $35 to $45; winter league from $200
    How to book
    Online booking

    Instructors are Oh My Mahjong certified.

  • So Bam Fun

    Teachers and public events, Midtown, Buckhead, Virginia-Highland, Inman Park and greater Atlanta

    Offers
    Beginner lessons, Guided open play, Open play, Private lessons, Corporate events
    Style
    American
    Price
    Private lessons from $300 for 2 hours
    How to book
    Online

  • Atlanta Mahjong Studio

    Studio with automatic tables, Chamblee

    Offers
    Hong Kong, MCR, Filipino and riichi lessons, Leagues, Automatic table reservations, open to American groups
    Style
    Chinese, Japanese riichi
    Price
    Hong Kong and Filipino lessons $35; MCR $45; riichi 3-lesson course $200
    How to book
    Online

    Teaches Asian styles, not American, but American groups can reserve automatic tables.

We checked each listing against its own website on October 31, 2026. Schedules and prices change; confirm before you go. Run a group here or spotted a mistake? Tell us.

Common questions

Where can I learn mahjong in Atlanta?

We have checked 4 places in Atlanta: Atlanta Mahjong Mentors, Le Mahj Club, So Bam Fun, Atlanta Mahjong Studio. 3 of them explicitly advertise beginner classes; others offer lessons on request.

How much do mahjong lessons cost in Atlanta?

Published prices include: Atlanta Mahjong Mentors, Mahjong 101 $75 per person; 102 $75; 103 guided play $65; Le Mahj Club, Guided play $45; open play $35 to $45; winter league from $200; So Bam Fun, Private lessons from $300 for 2 hours; Atlanta Mahjong Studio, Hong Kong and Filipino lessons $35; MCR $45; riichi 3-lesson course $200.

Is there open play in Atlanta?

Yes. Atlanta Mahjong Mentors, Le Mahj Club, So Bam Fun, Atlanta Mahjong Studio offer open play, leagues or a regular club night.

Can I get a private mahjong lesson in Atlanta?

Yes. Atlanta Mahjong Mentors, Le Mahj Club, So Bam Fun offer private or in-home lessons, usually for a group of friends.

Do I need to bring my own set or card?

Most beginner classes provide sets. Many ask you to bring or buy the current National Mah Jongg League card, so check before you go.

Where can I learn American mahjong in Atlanta?

These listings say they teach or play American mahjong: Le Mahj Club, So Bam Fun. Check each listing's style line for the others.

Before your first class