For me, Hong Kong-style Mahjong isn’t just a game. The rhythmic clack-clack-clacking of tiles being shuffled late into the night —it’s the soundtrack of childhood memories, and teaching this fast paced game is my way of keeping those deep cultural roots alive. As a child of Hong Kong immigrants my teaching in heritage-rooted Cantonese traditions, allowing me to share not just the rules and scoring, but the cultural depth of Hong Kong-style mahjong. I bring that cultural genuineness into every game with cultural context, language, history, etiquette, slang, stories, and Cantonese trash-talking. 

If you are looking for American Mahjong, you’ve wandered into the wrong alley! There is absolutely no Charleston and no NMJL cards here. We play Hong Kong-style Mahjong.

Our lessons take place right in the comfort of my home, hosted by myself and my resident felines.
To keep our games running smoothly and to honor the heritage of the game, we have two non-negotiable house rules:

1. Embrace the Language: All participants must learn the Chinese characters and the proper names for each tile. No "bams" or "cracks"—we call them by their true names. I use Cantonese, but all Asian dialects are welcome. 

2. Respect the Culture: There is absolutely no mocking, joking, or disrespecting the game terms, words, sounds, or culture. We keep our tables welcoming and deeply respectful of the tradition.

Whether you are a curious beginner ready to take your first pounce or a seasoned player looking to sharpen your claws, there is a seat at the table. Let’s wash the tiles, build the wall, and play! 

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I provide 3 levels of Hong Kong Style Mahjong events:

1. Beginners - Culturally Curious
   Always wanted to join the Mahjong table but felt intimidated by the speed and the symbols? Welcome to a low-pressure, judgment-free zone designed specifically for absolute beginners! You'll learn to recognize the suits, the winds and dragons, and understand how to build the wall and form your very first sets (Pung, Sheung, and Kong).

2. Novice - Nostalgic Reconnection to Culture
   Do you remember the comforting clack-clack-clacking of Mahjong tiles late at night when your family played? If you grew up around the game but haven't played in years—or if you need a gentle reminder of the rules to confidently claim your seat at the table—this class is your warm welcome home.

3. Intermediate - Playing to Improve
   You know the rules. You know the hands. You know how to score. But can you execute under pressure when the claws come out?
   The training wheels are officially off: every turn has a strict time limit of 5 seconds or less. Beyond the strategy, bring your best friendly trash talk, share Mahjong slang, and enjoy the exhilarating, fast-paced rhythm of a real Hong Kong Mahjong parlor.