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Game Day - Asian Mahjong

Azalea Park Recreation Center

The Garden Club of St. Petersburg's weekly Game Day currently focuses on Asian Mahjong, with tables running almost every Wednesday year-round. Players gather from 12:30 PM for a meet-and-greet, and games begin at 1:00 PM. Garden Club members play free and non-members pay a small guest fee; meetings currently take place at Azalea Park Recreation Center during the clubhouse restoration.

Game Day - Asian Mahjong is a class open to all levels, held at Azalea Park Recreation Center in St. Petersburg, FL. It is free to attend. The class runs weekly. Schedule: Wednesdays 12:30-4:00 PM (games start 1:00 PM). Check Azalea Park Recreation Center's site for the latest availability and booking.

PriceFree (Free for Garden Club members; $5 for non-members)
Duration3h 30m
ScheduleWednesdays 12:30-4:00 PM (games start 1:00 PM)
MaterialsNot included — see price note
Best forMahjong players who enjoy a friendly standing weekly game
Book this class on Azalea Park Recreation Center's site

At a Glance

ActivityMahjong Lessons
ClassGame Day - Asian Mahjong
LevelAll levels
Duration3h 30m
PriceFree (Free for Garden Club members; $5 for non-members)
FrequencyWeekly
ScheduleWednesdays 12:30-4:00 PM (games start 1:00 PM)
LocationAzalea Park Recreation Center, St. Petersburg FL
ProviderAzalea Park Recreation Center
BookingAvailable — see booking link

What you'll learn

  • Regular Asian mahjong play
  • Welcoming club community
  • Weekly social ritual

Upcoming Sessions

  • 2026-10-28
  • 2026-11-04
  • 2026-11-11
  • 2026-11-18

Sessions change — confirm dates with Azalea Park Recreation Center before booking.

Data Verification

Last checked: Oct 24, 2026

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Azalea Park Recreation Center before booking.

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Common Questions About Mahjong Lessons in St. Petersburg

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

How much do mahjong lessons cost in St. Petersburg?

3 of the 9 mahjong lessons in St. Petersburg are free to attend; the rest run from $12 to $75 (typical: $29). 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.