This service is being discontinued. New signups are closed.

American Mahjong help, just a text away.

Billing frequency
$20/ month
  • Your personal American mahjong coach
  • Unlimited help, wherever you text
  • Lessons tailored to you

Auto-renews. Cancel anytime.

Text Mahjong
What is a pung?
Text Mahjong
What is a pung?
A pung is three matching tiles, such as three 3 dots. The number and suit must match.
A pung of three matching 3 dot tiles
No credit card required

How it works

How it works

Nothing to install

Ask your question in a text. Your coach replies in the same conversation.

Text Mahjong
I don’t know where to begin.
No problem! We’ll take it one step at a time. Let’s start with your tiles: each player begins with 13, and the dealer gets 14. Your goal is to build a 14-tile hand that matches a pattern on your card.

Step 1 of 5

Why Text Mahjong?

  • 24/7 coaching help
  • No app to download
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Lessons and quizzes tailored to you
  • Unlimited practice games
  • Daily Challenge to test understanding

New signups are closed.

No credit card required

Billing frequency
$20/ month
  • Your personal American mahjong coach
  • Unlimited help, wherever you text
  • Lessons tailored to you

Auto-renews. Cancel anytime.

A few common questions.

Is this for beginners?

Yes. Start with the basics, ask any question, and learn at your own pace. You can also practice what you already know with quick quizzes.

Do I need to download an app?

No. Enter your phone number to get started. Your coaching conversation happens wherever you normally text.

What kind of mahjong does it teach?

American mahjong for now. Ask about the Charleston, jokers, tile names, and how the game works. We plan to add other versions of mahjong in the future.

Does it replace my official card?

No. For copyright reasons, we can’t display or share the official card, but we can help you understand how to use it from year to year. Buy your card from the National Mah Jongg League (opens in a new tab).

Do I need a credit card for the free trial?

No credit card is required. Start with your phone number and try the coaching before choosing a membership.

Can I cancel my membership?

Yes. You can cancel anytime. Memberships renew automatically until you cancel.