Arlington Community Education

Learn to play this fun and fascinating game that combines a Chinese set of tiles with American rules and strategy. You will need your own official 2023 National Mah Jongg League card, which can be ordered when you register. Beginner: We will cover the fundamentals of the game, progressing through familiarity with the tiles, building the wall, understanding the Charleston series of tile exchanges, and learning the hands. Strategic Play: For players who already know all the rules and can play mah jongg independently. We will cover offensive and defensive strategies, focusing on improving your ability to find the right hand, decide when to change hands, determine your opponents’ hands, and know how to thwart them. NOTE: You will need a 2024 National Mah Jongg League official card, if you don’t have one. Please select the $15 option online during registration.

Engage your brain—play bridge! An exciting card game of logic and detective work, it’s also a great way to be social. We will learn by playing, not lecture. Play with a partner against another pair, so bring a friend (or foursome) if you can. Singles are welcome and will be paired up in class. Beginner: Get all the very basics, including bidding, playing, and defending in modern bridge. Required text: Bridge Basics 1 - An Introduction by Audrey Grant. Available online new and used - please purchase before Week #2 of class but not before we confirm the class has reached minimum enrollment and is running. Advanced Beginner: Learn a variety of competitive bidding techniques. Ideal for players who have completed the Beginning class or similar introductory class or for players who would like a refresher. Required text: Bridge Basics 2 - Competitive Bidding by Audrey Grant. Available online new and used - please purchase before Week #2 of class but not before we confirm that the class has reached minimum enrollment and is running.

Considered one of the greatest games ever invented, chess challenges us to tap into our creative thinking, problem solving, and reasoning skills. Learn chess rules, positional tactics, and basics to more advanced moves with the guidance of an experienced chess master. We will divide into groups according to experience and end the program with a mini chess tournament. For beginners to advanced beginners.