American Mah Jongg lessons with Julie Littman

Learn American Mah Jongg
in Milwaukee

Modern, social, and stress-free lessons for beginners, friend groups, couples, and teams. I bring the tiles, the patience, and the fun. You bring your curiosity.

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Beginner-friendly · I bring all materials · Milwaukee & nearby suburbs

Why learn with MKE Mahjong

Mahjong is having a moment. Join it.

Beginner-friendly, zero pressure

Learn the essentials (the Charleston, jokers, calling, reading the card) with hands-on practice, plenty of reps, and no dumb questions. Ever.

Private groups & events

House parties, girls' nights, couples nights, corporate teams: every lesson is tailored to your group, your pace, and your table.

Personal scheduling, no widgets

No booking software, no automated calendars. Text or email Julie, and we’ll find a time that actually works for your group.

Lessons

Two simple ways to learn

Most beginners are playing real hands by the end of the first session, and comfortable at any table after three or four.

Group lessons

$50/person

  • · 2-hour session, groups of 3 or more
  • · Hands-on guided play from day one
  • · 3 sessions recommended for new players
  • · Pacing tailored to your group

The best way to learn. Mahjong is a table game, and groups learn faster (and laugh more).

Group lessons

Private 1-on-1

$150/session

  • · 2-hour private session
  • · Focused coaching at your pace
  • · Great for refreshers & strategy
  • · At your home or a partner venue

Note: total beginners usually do better in a group. I’ll steer you honestly.

Private lessons

Planning something bigger? Mahjong parties, showers, and corporate team events are my favorite tables to run.

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Meet your instructor

Hi there, I’m Julie.

I’ve been a game lover ever since my grandmother taught me mahjong as a kid. Playing is a blast, but my true passion is sharing this incredible game with new players. I’m a certified Oh My Mahjong® instructor, and I teach the American game (National Mah Jongg League rules) all over Milwaukee: living rooms, offices, clubs, and anywhere a card table fits.

  • · Women, men, couples, and teens welcome
  • · Learn the basics, then play real games with confidence
  • · I bring everything: tiles, racks, cards, and mats
More about Julie

The resource hub

Learn something before you even sit down

Guides, strategy, and honest answers, from your very first Charleston to reading the card like a pro.

Good questions

Before you ask…

Do I need my own mahjong set?+

Nope! I bring everything to lessons: tiles, racks, pushers, and cards. If you fall in love with the game (you will) and want your own set later, I keep an honest buying guide in the [resources](/resources) section.

How many people can join a lesson?+

Groups of 4 or 8 are ideal. Mahjong is a four-player game, so full tables mean everyone plays real hands. Private 1-on-1 sessions are available too, though total beginners usually learn faster (and laugh more) in a group.

Where do you teach?+

All over Milwaukee and the nearby suburbs: your living room, your office, your club, or a partner venue. I come to you and bring all the materials.

How do I schedule a lesson?+

Text or email me (no booking software, on purpose). Every group is different, so we'll have a quick conversation and find a time that actually works. Text (414) 755-9845 or use the [contact form](/contact).

All questions, answered →

Ready to hear the tiles clack?

Text or email is fastest. Tell me who’s playing and I’ll tailor everything to your table.

Text (414) 755-9845