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Personalized Mahjong Instruction & Coaching for All Levels

Learn and Master American Mahjong

What’s Coming Next at Mahj Over Matter

Ready to play? From beginner lessons to guided play and confidence-building workshops, here’s what’s coming up at Mahj Over Matter.

August Mahj Boot Camp

Mahj Room – Chevy Chase, MD
Sunday, August 9

Build confidence through guided instruction, supported play, and hands-on coaching.

Choose the experience that’s right for you:

Mahj 101: Foundations (10:30 AM–1:00 PM)
Mahj 102: Building Confidence (1:30–3:30 PM)
Full Boot Camp Experience (10:30 AM–3:30 PM)

Whether you’re brand new to American Mahjong or ready to strengthen your strategy, there’s a workshop designed for your level.

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Not ready to register? Join the Mahj Over Matter email list to be the first to hear about future workshops and events.

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Prefer a Private Lesson?

Looking for a more personalized Mahjong experience? I offer instruction tailored to your goals, whether you’re learning on your own or gathering with others.

Perfect for:

🀄 One-on-one lessons

👥 Lessons for two

🏡 Private groups of 2–8 friends or family

🎉 Larger gatherings and special occasions

💼 Corporate team-building experiences

Lessons are available in the Mahj Room in Chevy Chase or at your home or venue throughout the DC area.

Learn About Private Lessons

Take a break from your phone and join the low-tech craze sweeping the U.S.! Mahj Over Matter is dedicated to teaching American Mahjong to players of all ages and skill levels, with a special focus on welcoming beginners. We offer personalized lessons and coaching for individuals and small groups in the comfort of your home, plus pop-up events for social play across the DC Metro Area. Our mission is to spread the joy of Mahjong and make every step of your learning journey entertaining, social, and fun.

Discover the Joy of American Mahjong

We use proven techniques designed to shorten the learning curve and make mahjong accessible to all students. Why learn mahjong? It's a game of strategy, skill, and luck that brings together players of all ages to build community, sharpen cognitive skills, and most of all to have fun!

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What Players Are Saying

A glimpse of what makes Mahjong nights so special —

learning, connection, and community.

Ready to Join In?

Book a private lesson or come to our next Monday Mahj event.

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American Mahjong Lessons and Workshops across the DC Metro Area

Whether you’re brand new or ready to sharpen your skills, Mahj Over Matter offers private lessons, small group instruction, and themed Mahjong events — all designed to make learning fun, social, and approachable.

Mahjong is more than a game—it also supports cognitive health, emotional wellbeing, and meaningful social connection.

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💜 Private 1:1 Lessons — Personalized two-hour sessions for beginners or returning players.

💜 Private Group Lessons — Gather friends, family, or neighbors for an engaging two-hour introduction — Jennifer brings everything you need to play!

💜 Mahj Boot Camp & Lesson Packages — Fast-track options that take you from fundamentals to full game play through immersive, structured learning.

All lessons are taught by Jennifer Stein, Certified American Mahjong Instructor and founder of Mahj Over Matter in Chevy Chase, MD. Jennifer’s clear, friendly teaching style makes every session enjoyable and easy to follow.

✨ Interested in something custom? Ask about birthday parties, private events, or larger group workshops across Bethesda, Potomac, and the DC Metro area.