Mahjong Lessons in Phoenix
The Valley’s most social and fun way to learn the game.
So Bam Fun teaches American Mahjong to Phoenix and Scottsdale in the most fun way possible. Our instructors are experienced American Mahjong players who have taught hundreds of beginners and private groups across the city — specializing in American Mahjong and National Mahjong League (NMJL) rules. Whether you're a complete beginner or a player looking to sharpen your skills, we bring the tiles, the materials, and everything you need — directly to you.
We offer private mahjong lessons, social events at top Valley venues, and corporate team-building events across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Tempte, Chandler, and the greater Phoenix metro area.
Private Lessons
Whether it's your first time holding a tile or you've played a few times and want to level up, our private lessons are designed to meet you where you are.
Private Mahjong Lessons in Phoenix & Scottsdale
What’s included:
2-hour sessions tailored to your group's experience level
All tiles, racks, and materials provided — no equipment needed
Instruction in American Mahjong & National MahJong League rules
We come to you — your home, apartment, or private venue anywhere in the Phoenix metro
Perfect for:
complete beginners, friend groups, family game nights, birthday celebrations, and bachelorette parties.
No experience needed. Our instructors start from scratch and move at your group's pace.
Pricing:
Group lessons start at $300 for a 2-hour session. Pricing varies by group size and location. Contact us for a custom quote.
Public Events
Social Mahjong Events in Phoenix & Scottsdale
Join us at top venues across Phoenix and Scottsdale for a night of tiles, laughs, and new friends. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced players are all welcome. our instructors are on hand throughout the event to keep the game moving and the fun going.
New events are added every month in at locations across The Phoenix metro.
Corporate Events
Corporate Mahjong Events in Phoenix
Looking for a unique way for your team to connect? Mahjong is hands-on, strategic, and genuinely fun — the perfect icebreaker or team-building activity that gets everyone away from their screens and around the same table.
We bring the tiles, the instructor, and everything your team needs. You provide the space and the people.
Popular for: office team-building, company offsites, client entertainment, holiday parties, and employee appreciation events.
We serve companies throughout the Phoenix metro area.
What to Expect in a So Bam Fun Class
Not sure what a lesson actually looks like? Here's how a typical session runs.
1
Arrival & Setup
Your instructor arrives with everything. No prep on your end.
2
Learn the Tiles
We introduce the tiles and how the game works.
3
Build Lines
Practice building lines from the card to learn the hands.
4
Full Game
Your group plays a full game with guided instruction.
5
Q&A & Next Steps
Questions answered, and tips for continuing to learn.
After one 2-hour session, most beginners have a solid grasp of the basics and can get through a full game with support. Mastering the rules and strategy comes with ADDITIONAL lessons and Regular play — but the first session is always the most fun.
Our Phoenix Mahjong Instructors
Our Team
Our Phoenix instructors are experienced American Mahjong teachers who have guided hundreds of beginners and private groups across the Phoenix metro area.
Channing
Lubbock, TX native and Texas Tech grad who works as a graphic designer. One of her best friends taught her and her husband to play, giving them a new double-date activity. She loves witnessing someone's first mahj Outside of mahjong: walks and pickleball with her husband and pup, trying new recipes, hosting friends for pool days and dinner parties, and planning her next trip.
Nicole
Dallas, TX native and Baylor grad who works as a physician assistant. Her mom taught her to play. She loves the satisfaction of watching students connect the dots for the first time, and the community it builds around the most fun game there is. Outside of mahjong: farmers markets on Saturday mornings, a diet coke on the porch, walks with friends, hosting, hiking, and skiing.
What Our Students Are Saying
"I had a great time with So Bam Fun! I took a mahjong lesson, and the instructor was wonderful. She explained everything clearly and made the game easy to learn, even as a beginner. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and it was such a great way to spend the evening. I'd definitely recommend So Bam Fun if you've been wanting to learn mahjong or join them for social play!"
- Kayla, So Bam Fun Regular
Where We Teach in the Phoenix metro
Our instructors travel throughout the Phoenix and Scottsdale area, including:
Scottsdale
Old Town Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, DC Ranch
Arcadia & Biltmore
Camelback Corridor, Arcadia Lite
Downtown & Central Phoenix
Roosevelt Row, Uptown Phoenix
Tempe & EaSt Valley
Tempe Town Lake, Chandler, Gilbert
Hosting a private event outside our standard service area? Reach out — we're happy to discuss options for venues and neighborhoods across the Valley
About American Mahjong
Mahjong originated in China over a century ago, and American Mahjong evolved from those roots into its own distinct game, played with the National Mahjong League (NMJL) card. It has its own hands, rules, and strategy, and it's the version we teach here at So Bam Fun.
Whether you've heard about mahjong from a friend or a family member — we'll give you a solid foundation in a single session.
FAQs
How much do mahjong classes in Phoenix cost?
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Private group lessons start at $300 for a 2-hour session. Pricing varies by group size and location. Contact us for a custom quote.
How long does it take to learn mahjong?
It typically takes at least 3 sessions to feel confident playing independently. Your first session is a great starting point — you’ll play with instructor support the whole way.
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Do I need any experience to book a class?
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No experience needed — ever. Our instructors start from scratch and adapt to your group’s pace.
Do I need to provide tiles or equipment?
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No. We bring everything — tiles, racks, NMJL cards, and all materials. If you’re hosting a lesson, You just need a table and your group.
Where do classes take place?
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Private lessons and corporate events come to you — your home, apartment, office, or venue anywhere in Phoenix. Public events are held at set venues around the city — check our events page for locations and dates.
Book a Mahjong Class in Phoenix or Scottsdale
So Bam Fun offers private mahjong lessons, corporate events, and social mahjong events across Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the greater Valley area. All skill levels welcome. We come to you.