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Course Description

Mahjongg is a popular tile-based game that has been played for centuries. It has been found to have several benefits including improved cognitive function, memory, stress relief, attention and focus. Because Mahjongg is typically played in groups, it provides opportunities for social interaction and connection. This can help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. In my introductory class I will review the rules of the American version of Mahjongg. Players have the opportunity to play the game of Mahjongg, ask questions and discuss various pitfalls and nuances of the game. Further resources to continue game play will be discussed.

Course Outline

  • Introduction. Review a  brief history of the game. Hands-on review of tiles and suits, rule cards and hands. Discuss combinations, use of jokers, melds, colors and vocabulary. Demonstrate wall set up, Charleston, and order of play. Practice drawing, racking, discarding, and calling.
  • Review Basics. Review concepts from introduction and “cheat sheet.” Complete wall set up, Charleston, and order of play. Practice drawing, racking, discarding, and calling using a  ‘primer card.’
  • The Hands. Continue to review and practice previous concepts from introduction. Review common hands and how to read the mahjongg card. Discuss nuances of play and strategies for determining what hand to play. Use “cheat sheet” as needed. Complete wall set up, Charleston, and order of play. Practice drawing, racking, discarding, and calling using ‘primer card.’ Order Mahjong card from National Mahjongg League for future play.
  • Strategy.  Continue to review and practice previous concepts. Review common hands and how to read the mahjongg card. Discuss strategies for playing quickly and opportunities to continue the game play. Review online opportunities for game play and Meetups. Use “cheat sheet” as needed. Complete wall set up, Charleston, and order of play. Practice drawing, racking, discarding, and calling using ‘Primer card.’ Order Mahjong card from National Mahjongg League for future play.
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Section Title
Introduction to American Mah Jongg
Type
In-Person
Days
W
Time
7:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Feb 05, 2025 to Mar 05, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
8.0
Location
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $99.00
CEUs
0.8 CEUs
Section Notes

Instructor: Carmen Larios

No Class 2/12/24

Plan to order a rule card from the National Mahjongg League ($14-$15).

 

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