Mahjong Education Company Apple Valley, MN
Mahjong Education Company Apple Valley, MN

Your Mahjong Journey Starts Here

STEP-BY-STEP LESSONS, LIVELY OPEN PLAY, &
UNFORGETTABLE PRIVATE EVENTS

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Mahjong Lessons Apple Valley MN

Start your Mahjong Adventure

Mahjong may look complicated from the outside with a table of players moving fast, calling out terms you don’t recognize yet. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed before you sit down. That’s where we come in. As American Mahjong grows in popularity across the country, South of the River Mahjong (SOTR) is your one-stop partner for lessons, events, and open play. We teach the game with an easy step-by-step approach in an environment that’s patient, fun, and relaxing. If you’re ready to learn to play with confidence, then we’re ready to help!

Let’s play Mahjong!

Mahjong Classes Introductory Rates Mahjong Classes Introductory Rates
Mahjong Classes Introductory Rates
$35.00

Interested in Mahjong but don’t know where to start? We offer 3 introductory classes on Foundations, Playing, and Strategy. Choose a time that works best for you and get started today.

Open Play Introductory Rates Open Play Introductory Rates
Open Play Introductory Rates
$35.00

Join us for a relaxed, fun, social time for Mahjong lovers of all levels to gather, practice and play for the enjoyment of the game. So grab your friends or come alone. We’ll try to match skill levels at each table or bring three friends and play together.

Private Lessons Introductory Rates Private Lessons Introductory Rates
Private Lessons Introductory Rates
$35.00

Looking for a fun, memorable way to learn the game? We’ll bring the tiles, the teaching, and the good time — right to your table. No experience needed, just a group ready to play.

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Choose from group classes, Open play, or host your own private party.

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Mahjong Classes Open Play Apple Valley MN

Meet Jill

Jill's love for Mahjong began more than seven years ago, learning alongside a group of friends. As an educator in District 196, teaching came naturally so sharing her passion for the game with others was the next step. It's the social side of Mahjong that drives her: bringing this game of skill, strategy, and a little luck to you.

Meet Jodie

Jodie started playing Mahjong in 2025 and fell in love fast. One set of tiles turned into two, then three — soon there were mats, racks, and a dining room transformed into "The Mahjong Room." She began teaching friends, then friends of friends, and that passion for the game, the teaching, and the art of a beautifully set table eventually led her to co-found South of the River Mahjong with her own Mahjong teacher and now friend, Jill.

  • "Excellent Mahjong instructor. Jodie clearly explained the game so I could understand. She knew how to provide the information in the right order to help me play with ease. Her enthusiasm is infectious.

    —Kristine L.

  • "Jill has been an amazing Mahjong instructor. She has been thorough with each new lesson or tip every week. The "at home" tools Jill gave me to practice have made playing the game more enjoyable and addicting.

    —Tanya S.

  • "Patient! Knowledgeable! Fun! Jodie is an exceptional Mahjong instructor."

    —Connie A.

  • "Jill has a valued expertise. Years of playing the game and knowledge she has acquired have helped me to build my skills to be a better player. Sometimes you get bad advice from posts but she has never failed to answer my questions according to the NMJL rules."

    —Cheryl L.

  • Jodie is passionate about playing Mahjong and eager to share her knowledge of the game with others. She is incredibly patient in teaching Mahjong to beginners and is able to break down the guidelines in an easy-to-understand way. It's been fun to learn Mahjong with Jodie and she makes it an enjoyable experience for all.

    • Michelle M

  • I really enjoyed learning Mahjong with Jill. There is so much to learn and remember, but she has a great way of breaking the game down into smaller, manageable lessons. Focusing on one concept at a time made it much easier for me to absorb the information and build my understanding of the game. Jill is patient, explains things clearly, and always takes the time to make sure I understand Her teaching style made learning Mahjong feel fun rather than overwhelming, and I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in learning the game.

    -Mary S.

  • I was hesitant to take up Mahjong because I thought it would be too challenging, but now that I am taking lessons with Jill. I am getting very excited about it. She makes it fun and easy. Her background as a teacher is clear. She knows how to explain things, engage learners, and keep you motivated.

    -Susan L.

  • If you’ve ever wanted to learn Mahjong or improve your skills, Jodie is the perfect teacher. Incredibly patient, knowledgeable, an enthusiastic instructor who makes Mahjong fun.

    -Debbie B.

  • Incredibly patient; explained Mahjong in a way that was easy to understand. I was worried I wouldn’t be able to learn, but after just 1 class, I felt confident enough to play. She made the experience fun, engaging & stress-free. Highly recommend Jodie to anyone interested in learning Mahjong.

    -Lori K.

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Mahjong Classes Apple Valley, MN
Mahjong Classes Apple Valley, MN