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Mahjong 101 at AR Workshop St. Petersburg

AR Workshop St. Petersburg

Certified instructor Gaia Banovich of Master Your Mahjong teaches complete beginners American mahjong in this 2.5-hour class hosted at AR Workshop St. Petersburg. Using her Mahjong Made Simple method, students have tiles in hand within fifteen minutes and play a real game before leaving. Everything is provided - tiles, racks and cards - and the class follows National Mah Jongg League rules and the current card.

Mahjong 101 at AR Workshop St. Petersburg is a beginner class held at AR Workshop St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg, FL. It costs $75 ($75 per person for this AR Workshop-hosted session (booked through AR Workshop)). The class runs as a series of sessions. Schedule: Hosted session on the listed date; further dates on the Master Your Mahjong calendar. Check AR Workshop St. Petersburg's site for the latest availability and booking.

Price$75 ($75 per person for this AR Workshop-hosted session (booked through AR Workshop))
Duration2h 30m
ScheduleHosted session on the listed date; further dates on the Master Your Mahjong calendar
MaterialsNot included — see price note
Best forComplete beginners and returning players whose first try did not stick
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At a Glance

ActivityMahjong Lessons
ClassMahjong 101 at AR Workshop St. Petersburg
LevelBeginner
Duration2h 30m
Price$75 ($75 per person for this AR Workshop-hosted session (booked through AR Workshop))
FrequencySeries
ScheduleHosted session on the listed date; further dates on the Master Your Mahjong calendar
LocationAR Workshop St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg FL
ProviderAR Workshop St. Petersburg
BookingAvailable — see booking link

What you'll learn

  • Basic rules and rhythm of American mahjong
  • Reading the National Mah Jongg League card
  • Tile names, suits and setup

Upcoming Sessions

  • 2026-11-02

Sessions change — confirm dates with AR Workshop St. Petersburg before booking.

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Last checked: Oct 24, 2026

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with AR Workshop St. Petersburg 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.