American Mahjong Guide

American Mahjong in Tampa

Clubs, lessons, and events near Tampa, FL — filter by beginner-friendly, free, lessons, open play, or social.

Getting Started in Tampa

Tampa's listings include a JCC program, a dedicated parlor and instructor-led open play. The Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC hosts open play on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (free with JCC membership), Life Enrichment Center holds instructor-led open play on Wednesday afternoons, and South Tampa Mahjong Parlor offers open play, a weekly league and instruction. Several teachers offer beginner classes and private lessons.

New to the game? Read What Is American Mahjong? and the Beginner Guide before your first visit.

Mahjong Clubs

3 clubs match these filters.

  • Life Enrichment Center - Open Play Mah Jongg

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    Recurring in-person American Mah Jongg open play with instructor Alice Webb; beginners can be taught and returning players refreshed.

    Wednesdays 1:00–3:30 PM through Dec. 31, 2026; $8 member / $10 non-member.

    Visit Life Enrichment Center - Open Play Mah Jongg's website

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  • Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC Mah Jongg Open Play

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    American Mah Jongg open play; novices and experienced players welcome. Related beginner course explicitly teaches American Mah Jongg with the National Mah Jongg League card.

    Tuesdays 11:30 AM–2 PM and Wednesdays 1:30–3:30 PM; free with JCC membership; no registration required.

    Visit Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC Mah Jongg Open Play's website

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  • South Tampa Mahjong Parlor

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    Dedicated Mahjong venue with Open Play, weekly league, beginner/intermediate instruction, private parties and day passes.

    Weekly tournament-style league Mondays 6–9 PM through Nov. 2, 2026; Open Play via membership or $40 day pass.

    Visit South Tampa Mahjong Parlor's website

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American Mahjong Lessons

  • Alice Webb

    Group Lessons

    Instructor for recurring American Mah Jongg open play at Life Enrichment Center; current listing says she teaches beginners and refreshes returning players.

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    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • Dragons on the Green

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    Tampa Bay organization offering classes and private lessons; classes follow official NMJL rules. Glazer JCC beginner series is four sessions.

    Visit Dragons on the Green's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • Holly Lewis

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    Tampa Bay American Mahjong instructor; current Tampa listings describe NMJL classes and beginner/intermediate lessons.

    Visit Holly Lewis's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • Tampa Mahjong Club

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    Shannon Norden offers lessons, guided play, open play and leagues. Oct. 6 event uses American Mahjong and asks players to bring the NMJL card.

    Visit Tampa Mahjong Club's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • The Lucky Tile Mah Jongg

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    Aimee Wagner teaches American Mah Jongg under NMJL rules and official annual card; beginner group classes and private lessons.

    Visit The Lucky Tile Mah Jongg's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

Upcoming Events

  • Mah Jongg Beginner Class — Evening SeriesOct 1
  • Mahj Y Margs at Sal Y MarOct 6
  • South Tampa Mahjong Parlor 2-Hour Open Play PassOct 6
  • Mah Jongg Beginner Class — Evening SeriesOct 8
  • South Tampa Mahjong Parlor 2-Hour Open Play PassOct 14
  • Mah Jongg Beginner Class — Evening SeriesOct 15
  • Mah Jongg Beginner Class — Evening SeriesOct 22

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