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NOVA Mah Jongg - “Building community one tile at a time”

While there are several versions of the game, most commonly played is the American style version which uses an annual card published by the National Mah Jongg League. The card contains several hands used to create a unique 14-tile pattern. The game has been referred to as “rummy on steroids” but easier to learn than Bridge.

For those interested in learning how to play American Mah Jongg or Wright-Patterson styles, Melissa Flavell the organizer is a skilled teacher in the Alexandria area.

Members who already know how to play are invited to join one of our scheduled games.

Lessons and Workshops

Playing the game Mah Jongg is healthy for the brain and social life. Best played with a table of 4, it can also be a game for 2, 3 or 5 players. The levels of competition can range from a friendly, social game playing for “mahjong” to adding the element of score keeping with money to full-blown competitive playing in tournaments.

Beginner lessons are being offered to groups of 3-8 students. Those who know the game and looking to improve skills and strategy can request advanced lessons.

Beginner Lessons $75-$100 for a series of three 2-hour lessons.

Advanced & Private Lessons TBD

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Upcoming Events

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Valletta Port, Old Town Alexandria

Saturday, June 14th 1-3p

Regular Weekly Play

Tuesday 10a Fairfax Wegmans

Thursday 1p Tysons Wegmans

Wednesday 11:30a Woodbridge Wegmans

Mah Jongg Resources

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MEET THE ORGANIZER

Melissa Flavell is a game enthusiast! She grew up in Maine, where she learned how to play cards at a very young age. After marrying into the military, she was introduced to Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg and fell in love with the strategy, the social engagement, and the fun. With her background as a music teacher, she believes in taking time to learn the fundamentals and has a feel for individual comprehension and understanding. Her goal is to have all of her students graduate with confidence to play independently after a few short lessons. She is a certified instructor with the Mahj Life teachers guild under Michele Frizzell.

"I just wanted to thank you for your lessons. They were informative, helpful and best of all - fun! I'm looking forward to seeing you at upcoming events. :)"

SALLY

"I was part of Melissa's first virtual Mahjong for Beginners lesson and although we were a trial group I feel like I was being taught by a pro who had a lot of experience both teaching and playing. The lessons were structured well and moved us through the basics, the rules and then to actual play on the computer at a good pace yet with plenty of time for questions. I feel the lessons left me well prepared to sit down at an actual table and start playing with others in person. Melissa is an awesome teacher, cheerful and enthusiastic and she brings an abundance of experience and passion for the game to each one of her lessons. "

PATTY W.

"I really appreciate what a great teacher you are and helping people find a fun outlet to sometimes challenging every day life."

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Contact Info

(413) 364-2310

melis930@gmail.com