Mahjong lessons in Charlotte
Charlotte has a boutique playing studio on East Boulevard with classes and open play six days a week, a social club with weekly games and tournaments, and instructors who run beginner bootcamps or come to your home.
By Jerry Chen. Checked and updated November 1, 2026
Brand new? 3 places here run beginner classes or first lessons.
Already know the basics? 4 offer open play, leagues or a regular club night.
Places to learn and play
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Heron House Mahjong
- Offers
- Beginner lessons, Assisted play, Open play, Memberships, Events
- Style
- American, Chinese
- Price
- Mahjong 101 and 102 $75 each; 103 assisted play $45; open play $25 for 2 hours
- How to book
- Online
Open play six days a week; classes use the National Mah Jongg League card. Also teaches a Chinese-style series.
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Sparrow Mahjong Club
- Offers
- Beginner lessons, Advanced lessons, Weekly open play, Tournaments, Memberships
- Style
- American
- Price
- Not listed on their site
- How to book
- Online
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Queen City Mahjong
- Offers
- Beginner bootcamps, Refresher lessons, Assisted open play, Private socials
- Style
- American
- Price
- Not listed on their site
- How to book
- Online
Four-hour bootcamps teach National Mah Jongg League play in a day.
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Mahj In The City
- Offers
- Group lessons, Private lessons, Events, League
- Style
- Not stated
- Price
- Not listed on their site
- How to book
- Online
Runs a year-round ladder-style league for singles and teams.
We checked each listing against its own website on November 1, 2026. Schedules and prices change; confirm before you go. Run a group here or spotted a mistake? Tell us.
Common questions
Where can I learn mahjong in Charlotte?
We have checked 4 places in Charlotte: Heron House Mahjong, Sparrow Mahjong Club, Queen City Mahjong and Mahj In The City. 3 of them explicitly advertise beginner classes; others offer lessons on request.
How much do mahjong lessons cost in Charlotte?
Published prices include: Heron House Mahjong, Mahjong 101 and 102 $75 each; 103 assisted play $45; open play $25 for 2 hours. Others do not list prices publicly.
Is there open play in Charlotte?
Yes. Heron House Mahjong, Sparrow Mahjong Club, Queen City Mahjong and Mahj In The City offer open play, leagues or a regular club night.
Can I get a private mahjong lesson in Charlotte?
Yes. Queen City Mahjong and Mahj In The City offer private or in-home lessons, usually for a group of friends.
Do I need to bring my own set or card?
Most beginner classes provide sets. Many ask you to bring or buy the current National Mah Jongg League card, so check before you go.
Where can I learn American mahjong in Charlotte?
These listings say they teach or play American mahjong: Heron House Mahjong, Sparrow Mahjong Club and Queen City Mahjong. One other does not say which style on its site.
Before your first class
- Ask whether you need to bring your own current card. Many classes expect it.
- Read how to play and try the Charleston trainer, so the first lesson feels familiar.
- Do not buy a set before you have played. Here is what to look for when you do.