Start Here: Learn American Mahjong

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Where are you right now?

Three questions. No wrong answers. Just the right next step for you.

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How would you describe your mahjong experience?

I'm brand new — never played or just getting started

I want to learn the basics and feel confident at the table

I know the basics but I still feel uncertain

I can play, but game night still feels stressful sometimes

I've been playing for a while and want to get better

I'm ready to play with real strategy and intention

What kind of learning feels right for you?

I like learning at my own pace, on my own time

Guides, references, and resources I can come back to

I love learning with a group and staying motivated

Community, accountability, and being part of something

I want personal, direct attention on my specific game

One-on-one time that's all about me and my goals

What's your biggest goal right now?

I just want to feel confident — not nervous — at the table

Stop second-guessing and actually enjoy the game

I want to understand strategy and play with intention

Read the card better, make smarter decisions, win more

I want ongoing support and a community around the game

A place to keep learning, stay motivated, and connect

✦ Your perfect match

Start with the basics — for free.

You're in the right place. The best first step is getting your hands on Lara's free cheat sheet, then joining a beginner bootcamp when you're ready for real-time guidance.

Start Here · Free

Free Mahjong Cheat Sheet

The one thing every beginner needs before their next game night. No fluff, no overwhelm — just the essentials, beautifully laid out and ready to reference at the table.

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✦ Your perfect match

You belong in the Confidence Club.

You want community, accountability, and a place that keeps you growing every single month. The Confidence Club was built exactly for you.

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The Confidence Club

Your ongoing home for strategy, community, and the resources you need to keep getting better every month. Monthly deep-dives, challenges, and direct access to Lara.

Monthly content Community access $15/mo through Feb 28th · then $19.99
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✦ Your perfect match

Level up with the Strategy Edit.

You know the basics — now it's time to build real strategy. The digital guides are your self-paced path to playing with more intention and confidence.

Self-Paced · Instant Download

Digital Guides

Strategy-focused resources built for players who are ready to go deeper. From hand reading to pivoting mid-game — everything you need to play smarter, starting today.

From $12.99 Keep forever Instant access
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✦ Your perfect match

You're ready for one-on-one time.

You know what you want and you want focused attention on your specific game. A private lesson with Lara is the fastest path to real improvement.

Private · 1:1 with Lara

Private Lessons

One-on-one time with Lara, focused entirely on you. Zoom or in-person, beginner to advanced — she'll meet you exactly where you are and help you get where you want to go.

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Free · Beginner

Free Cheat Sheet

The essential quick-reference every mahjong player needs. Free, instant, and actually useful.

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Beginner · Live Zoom

Beginner Bootcamp

Learn the full game in one 90-minute live session. Perfect if you're brand new or need a confident reset.

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All Levels · Self-Paced

Digital Guides

Strategy and foundations guides you keep forever. From $12.99 — grab exactly what you need.

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Intermediate · Live Zoom

Strategy Sessions

Focused deep-dives on hand reading, pivoting, and joker strategy. Play with real intention.

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All Levels · 1:1

Private Lessons

One-on-one with Lara via Zoom or in-person. Personalized, focused, and completely about you.

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All Levels · Membership

Confidence Club

Monthly strategy, community, and resources. Your ongoing home for getting better every month.

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Lara

A note from Lara

"I started teaching mahjong because I know what it feels like to be confused, overwhelmed, and unsure if you'll ever 'get it.' You will. And I'll be with you the whole way."

— Lara · Lara's Mahjong Edit