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Guided Play at Dillard's Tyrone Square

A practice session with a safety net, hosted by Master Your Mahjong upstairs at Dillard's Tyrone Square. The first hour is guided - instructor Gaia Banovich moves between tables explaining the why behind each call - and the second hour is independent play. It suits anyone who has taken Mahjong 101 or already knows the basics and wants more full games under their belt.

Guided Play at Dillard's Tyrone Square is an intermediate class held at Dillard's at Tyrone Square in St. Petersburg, FL. It costs $20 ($20 per person). The class runs as a series of sessions. Schedule: Sessions on the listed dates; free parking at the mall. Check Dillard's at Tyrone Square's site for the latest availability and booking.

Price$20 ($20 per person)

Duration2 hours

ScheduleSessions on the listed dates; free parking at the mall

MaterialsNot included — see price note

Best forReturning beginners building rhythm and confidence

Book this class on Dillard's at Tyrone Square's site

At a Glance

Activity	Mahjong Lessons
Class	Guided Play at Dillard's Tyrone Square
Level	Intermediate
Duration	2 hours
Price	$20 ($20 per person)
Frequency	Series
Schedule	Sessions on the listed dates; free parking at the mall
Location	Dillard's at Tyrone Square, St. Petersburg FL
Provider	Dillard's at Tyrone Square
Booking	Available — see booking link

What you'll learn

More full games played
A calmer, quicker Charleston
Discards you can explain

Upcoming Sessions

2026-11-07
2026-12-05

Sessions change — confirm dates with Dillard's at Tyrone Square before booking.

Data Verification

Last checked: Oct 24, 2026

Source: Official provider website

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Dillard's at Tyrone Square 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.