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If someone is completely new to Mahjong, the game can seem complicated because there are so many moving parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Break it down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesson 1:<\/strong> Learn the tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesson 2:<\/strong> Learn the card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesson 3:<\/strong> Learn the Charleston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesson 4:<\/strong> Learn calling and exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesson 5:<\/strong> Play a complete game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesson 6:<\/strong> Begin learning strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your students will probably understand more than you expect once they have a few games under their belts.<\/p>\n\n\n

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8. Have a “Questions Are Welcome” Rule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make this one of your first rules. There are no dumb Mahjong questions.<\/strong> Every experienced player was once the person asking what a pung was. New players need to know that it’s okay to ask questions, even if they think everyone else understands something they don’t. Creating a relaxed environment will make your students more willing to participate and more likely to keep playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Teach the Language of Mahjong<\/h2>\n\n\n

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Mahjong has its own vocabulary, and learning it can feel like learning another language.Make sure your students understand terms such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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• Charleston<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Wall<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Rack<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Pung<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Kong<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Quint<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Concealed hand<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Joker<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Charleston pass<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Call<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Dead hand<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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  Once players understand the vocabulary, the game suddenly becomes much easier to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  10. Give Your Students Something to Practice With<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

  Encourage beginners to play between lessons. Even one or two games a week can make a huge difference. If they don’t have their own Mahjong supplies yet, that’s okay. A group can share a set while they’re learning, then players can begin building their own collections once they know what they like. That’s also when Mahjong becomes personal. Some players want a beautiful mat. Some want a Mahjong tote. Some want a special tile set. Some want every accessory they can possibly fit on their table. We won’t judge.<\/p>\n\n\n

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  11. Introduce the Fun Stuff After the Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n

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  Once everyone knows how to play, that’s when you can start introducing the extras.<\/p>\n\n\n

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  Try a themed Mahjong night. Create a beautiful table. Give everyone a Mahjong-inspired favor. Choose a new Mahjong mat. Add a fun snack menu. Or let each player choose her favorite Anders Ruff Mahjong collection. Because while learning the rules is important, the social experience is a huge part of why people fall in love with Mahjong.<\/p>\n\n\n

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  12. Help Your Students Become Players, Not Just Students<\/h2>\n\n\n

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  The ultimate goal isn’t for your students to successfully complete one Mahjong game. It’s for them to feel confident enough to sit down and play without you. Encourage your students to form their own Mahjong groups. Help them find regular playing partners. Suggest a weekly or monthly game night. Give them ideas for practicing. And most importantly, remind them that they don’t need to know everything before they start enjoying the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  You learn Mahjong by playing Mahjong.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  Build Your Mahjong Teacher’s Toolkit<\/h1>\n\n\n

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  If you’re teaching American Mahjong, a few thoughtfully chosen supplies can make your job much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  Start with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  A quality Mahjong set<\/strong>
  The foundation for every lesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  Mahjong mats<\/strong>
  Create an organized, attractive playing surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  Racks<\/strong>
  Give each player a designated space for their tiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  Dice<\/strong>
  An essential part of setting up the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  A Mahjong reference guide<\/strong>
  Especially helpful for new players who are still learning the terminology and rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  A comfortable table<\/strong>
  Because your students are going to want to keep playing once the lesson ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  And, of course, plenty of patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  The best Mahjong teachers aren’t necessarily the ones who know every answer immediately. They’re the ones who can make a complicated game feel approachable, fun, and worth learning. Whether you’re teaching your three best friends or organizing a Mahjong class for an entire group, Anders Ruff Design Co. has Mahjong products to help you create a beautiful, functional setup your students will love.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  Ready to build your Mahjong teacher’s toolkit?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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