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Mahjong Etcetera

Van Asselt Community Center

Free drop-in mahjong for adults at Van Asselt Community Center in Beacon Hill, running Tuesday and Thursday mornings through the fall season.

Mahjong Etcetera is a class open to all levels, held at Van Asselt Community Center in Seattle, WA. It is free to attend. The class runs weekly. Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM, Sep 10-Dec 24, 2026 (fall season); adults 18+.. Check Van Asselt Community Center's site for the latest availability and booking.

PriceFree (Explicitly listed as FREE in Seattle Parks and Recreation's Fall 2026 program brochure (activity #93371).)
Duration2 hours
ScheduleTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM, Sep 10-Dec 24, 2026 (fall season); adults 18+.
MaterialsNot included — see price note
Best forAdults wanting free casual weekday mahjong play
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At a Glance

ActivityMahjong Lessons
ClassMahjong Etcetera
LevelAll levels
Duration2 hours
PriceFree (Explicitly listed as FREE in Seattle Parks and Recreation's Fall 2026 program brochure (activity #93371).)
FrequencyWeekly
ScheduleTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM, Sep 10-Dec 24, 2026 (fall season); adults 18+.
LocationVan Asselt Community Center, Seattle WA
ProviderVan Asselt Community Center
BookingAvailable — see booking link

What you'll learn

  • Regular practice and social play with local players

Data Verification

Last checked: Oct 28, 2026

Source: Official provider website

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Van Asselt Community Center before booking.

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Common Questions About Mahjong Lessons in Seattle

These are the questions people most often ask about mahjong lessons in Seattle — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.

How much do mahjong lessons cost in Seattle?

2 of the 5 mahjong lessons in Seattle are free to attend; the rest run from $15 to $24 (typical: $15). Every figure is computed from the listings themselves, not estimated.

Do I need to know how to play before my first lesson?

No. Beginner sessions start with the tiles themselves — how the walls are built, the Charleston, and what a finished hand looks like. Most run a short teach-the-rules round before play.

Are tiles and the current mahjong card provided?

Tiles are supplied at almost every venue, and most classes lend or include the current year's card. If you'd like to confirm, the organiser's page says so.

How long does it take to learn mahjong?

Two hours is typical for a first lesson, and most people leave able to play a full hand with the card in front of them. Fluent recognition of the hands takes a season of regular play.

Is mahjong for older adults, or can anyone learn?

No. Tables run from retirees to college students — the game is pattern recognition and table talk, not a fitness test, and most groups are glad to have new players of any age.