Mah Jongg Camp with Dana Lange
May 4-7, 2026
$350 Early Bird
Includes all classes, welcome reception, one group themed dinner, an extra half day of supervised play, and an Early Bird resort credit of $150 if reserved by December 12th. Taxes & 20% service charge are additional. Event activity fee is sold per person and is separate from room.
Early Bird credit applicable to food, beverage, spa treatment, or additional activities.
Beyond Beginners: Players Who Know the Game
2026 New Card Orientation Class and Strategy: Learn the ins and outs, tips and tricks and all the strategy on how to win with the new 2026 NMJL card. The class starts with a three-hour lecture with over 80 slides all about thew new card, including the decision tree that is specific to 2026. The following six hours of class will be a group hands-on play of the card, discussing which tiles to pass in the Charleston and which hands to play. Get a leg up on the competition and learn all you need to win with the new card.
New to the game and want to learn how to play? Please reserve our Beginner Level below.
Beginners: New to the Game
Want to learn the game and basic strategies? Why not learn from one of the premier teachers of the game and ignite a passion for a new hobby? It is particularly important for Beginners to attend all sessions.
Please note, camp begins at 9:30AM Monday, May 4th.
Event Description
Join Mah Jongg expert Dana Lange for an engaging three-day camp filled with hands-on gameplay, strategy, and plenty of memorable moments. Whether you’re brand new to the tiles or a seasoned player looking to refine your technique, you’ll enjoy Dana’s signature approach—“one part stand-up routine, one part expert teaching, and all parts fun.”
Over the course of the three-day camp, enjoy more than nine hours of guided instruction, supervised game play along with ample time to relax and enjoy Spring at the Tides Inn.
Highlights
- 2026 New Card Tutorial
- Welcome Reception
- Themed Group Dinner
- Extra half day of supervised play
| Monday, May 4th | Tuesday, May 5th | Wednesday, May 6th | Thursday, May 7th |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30-9:30am Breakfast at Leisure | 7:30-9:30am Breakfast at Leisure | 7:30-9:30am Breakfast at Leisure | 7:30-9:30am Breakfast at Leisure |
| 9:30-12:30pm Beginners Session | 9:30-12:30pm Beginners Session | 9:30-12:30pm Beginners Session | 9:00-12:00pm Supervised Play |
| 12:30-2:00pm Lunch at Leisure | 12:30-2:00pm Lunch at Leisure | 12:30-2:00pm Lunch at Leisure | 12:00pm Departure |
| 2:00-5:00pm Beyond Beginners **New Card Lecture** | 2:00-5:00pm Beyond Beginners Session | 2:00-5:00pm Beyond Beginners Session | |
| 6:00-7:00pm Welcome Reception | 6:00pm-9:00pm Group Themed Dinner | 5:00pm-10:00pm Dinner at Leisure |
