Overview

📅 Sessions starting November 2026 Discover the fun, strategy, and rich social culture of traditional Hong Kong-style mahjong in this relaxed, 3-hour introductory experience. Hosted by Belinda, this taster session is specially designed for complete beginners who want to learn the fundamentals in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Often described as a healthy workout for the brain that uses cognitive skills similar to chess or bridge, mahjong combines visual charm, tactile tiles, and mental stimulation. Beyond sharpening your strategic thinking and decision-making, it is a wonderfully social game where you adapt on the fly, make new friends, and enjoy plenty of laughs along the way. Belinda will guide you through the essential terminology, suits, table setup, and crucial game etiquette before diving into guided gameplay. While starting out can feel a little overwhelming with all the colourful tiles, after a couple of practice rounds under her instruction, you will quickly gain confidence and feel like a pro! You will learn how the game flows, how dealing works, and how to build simple winning hands, gradually introducing higher-scoring combinations. You will walk away with a solid understanding of how mahjong works, key strategies, and why this timeless game is so addictive. Highlights: 🀄 Authentic Hong Kong Rules: Learn the traditional tile suits, setup, terminology, and essential game etiquette from an experienced host. 🧠 Brain-Boosting Fun: Exercise your memory, strategic thinking, and decision-making in a stimulating yet relaxed environment. 🤝 Social & Interactive: Enjoy a warm, friendly atmosphere that emphasizes making new friends and sharing a fun experience. 🎴 Hands-On Guided Play: Practice playing under Belinda’s direct instruction, building your skills round by round. 🏆 Scoring & Winning Hands: Discover how to assemble your tiles, recognize different winning hands, and understand basic scoring.