Explore Our Offerings

From beginner lessons to private gatherings, our offerings are designed to help you learn Mahjong, play with confidence, and gather around the table with ease.

What We Offer

Our mahjong offerings are designed for every stage of the game — whether you’re learning the tiles for the first time or looking for a regular table to play with.

From beginner lessons to guided play nights and seasonal leagues, each experience is intentionally small, welcoming, and social.

Come learn, practice, and play with us.

  • Start your mahjong journey in a welcoming and thoughtfully guided setting. Our two-part beginner series is designed for new players who want to learn the game in a relaxed, social, and supportive environment.

    Across two sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals of American Mahjong — from understanding the tiles and reading the card to building hands and playing your first rounds at the table.

    Classes are intentionally kept small to ensure a comfortable pace and plenty of personalized guidance. Sessions are hosted at carefully selected locations throughout the Greater Newton area and the Merrimack Valley, creating an atmosphere that feels equal parts cozy, social, and inspiring.

    By the end of the series, you’ll have the confidence to sit down at a table and play.

    Perfect for:

    • brand new players

    • friends learning together

    • anyone looking for a welcoming introduction to mahjong

  • Bring mahjong to your home for a private and personalized learning experience.

    Our private in-home lessons are perfect for friends, family members, or small groups who want to learn together in a relaxed and familiar setting. We’ll guide your group through the fundamentals of American Mahjong while keeping the atmosphere fun, social, and approachable.

    You provide the space — we bring everything needed to play.

    We’ll arrive with:

    • mahjong tile sets

    • mats

    • dice

    • instructional materials

    • NMJL cards and learning tools

    Hosts simply provide a table with seating for four and light snacks or beverages for guests.

    Lessons are 2.5 hours and designed to give everyone time to learn, practice, and play their first rounds.

    Minimum of 4 players

    Perfect for girls’ nights, birthday gatherings, or anyone looking to learn mahjong together.

    Fill out the Contact Form at the bottom of the page to get in touch.

  • Guided Open Play is designed for players who know the basics but want a little support as they build confidence at the table.

    During these sessions, players will enjoy a relaxed evening of mahjong while an instructor circulates to answer questions, clarify rules, and offer strategy tips along the way.

    It’s not a formal lesson — just a comfortable space to practice, play, and continue learning with a little guidance available when you need it.

    Perfect for:

    • newer players looking for practice

    • players transitioning from lessons to real games

    • anyone who wants a supportive environment to sharpen their skills

    Come play a few rounds, meet fellow players, and enjoy the rhythm of the game.

    To register for Guided Open Play - check out our Events page.

  • Open Play is exactly what it sounds like — a welcoming space to gather around the table and enjoy the game.

    Whether you’re looking to play a few rounds with friends or meet other mahjong players in the community, Open Play offers a relaxed environment to shuffle, stack, and play.

    Tables are set and ready when you arrive, making it easy to simply sit down and enjoy the game.

    These sessions are best suited for players who already know how to play and are comfortable playing independently.

    Perfect for:

    • experienced players

    • casual mahjong nights

    • meeting other players in the community

  • Our Mahjong League is designed for players who love the game and want to play regularly in a fun, social, and lightly competitive setting.

    Over the course of the season, players will gather weekly to enjoy great games, good company, and a lively mahjong atmosphere. Each week brings new rounds, new tables, and plenty of opportunity to sharpen your strategy.

    The league is built around community first — with friendly competition, laughter at the tables, and a few surprises along the way.

    League highlights include:

    • weekly organized play

    • rotating tables and matchups

    • prizes and raffles

    • a season finale and championship table

    Whether you’re here for the competition or simply the joy of playing regularly, league nights quickly become a highlight of the week.

    Full league details — including schedule, venue, and registration — are announced with each season.

Let’s Work Together

If you’re interested in any of our offerings, simply fill out this form and we’ll be in touch!

  • “I had such a great experience in the MAHJ 101 class with House of Sparrow. By the end of the lessons, I felt like I had a real grasp of the game and the confidence to keep playing. The instruction was clear and thoughtful, and I really appreciated the 1:1 attention throughout the class. The atmosphere was fun, welcoming, and easy to learn in. I can’t wait for the next open play night!”

    - Kate F.

  • “The MAHJ 101 class with House of Sparrow was such a fun and welcoming experience. The lessons were thoughtfully structured, and everything was explained in a way that made the game feel approachable, even as a beginner. I loved the small group setting and the chance to actually start playing together by the second session. It was the perfect introduction to Mah Jong, and I’m excited to keep playing and join future open play events!”

    - Lauren M.