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Learn American Mahjong. Find Your Table.

American Mahjong Lessons, Guided Play, & Events in North County San Diego.

Ways to Play

Learn Mahjong

Robyn Macklin teaching an American Mahjong lesson in her Valley Center home, holding the NMJL card and explaining the game.

New to American Mahjong? Learn the rules, understand the NMJL card, build confidence, and get ready to play. Beginner Mahjong lessons are offered in Valley Center, Escondido, Vista, and other North County San Diego locations.

Guided Play

Players enjoying Guided Play at Terri Common Grounds Cafe. American Mahjong

Still learning? Guided Play is for players who understand the basics but want help practicing, choosing hands, navigating the Charleston, and building confidence at the table.

Open Play

Women enjoying lunch and American Mahjong at the Burgers & Bams event at Bear Roots Tavern in Escondido.

Ready to play? Open Play is a casual way to find a table, meet other Mahjong players, and enjoy a game in a social setting throughout North County San Diego.

More Than Just a Mahjong Lesson

Midnight Orchid Mahjong brings American Mahjong lessons, guided play, open play, private events, and Mahjong community to North County San Diego.

Based in Valley Center, I offer beginner and private Mahjong lessons, mobile Mahjong for groups, and classes and events in Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, and throughout North County San Diego.