Mahj Life

IN-PERSON GIG Atlanta Instructor Summit 2026
2026-05-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Atlanta Instructor Lunch & Learn 2025

Join us for a powerful day of workshops, connection, and collaboration tailored for mah jongg instructors who want to elevate their impact and grow their teaching practice. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your approach, this is the ideal opportunity to learn from peers and experts in a warm and welcoming setting.

Agenda

Hosts: Roberta Sirzyk & Robyn Bernstein

Guest Speaker: Michele Frizzell, Beverley Segel, & Shanda Sloan

Location: Atlanta, GA 30327

Recommended Lodging:

Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center

246 Perimeter Center Pkwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30346

(770) 394-6500

Other nearby options:

Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta – Buckhead

The Burgess Hotel – Atlanta

Meals and Refreshments:

Social dinners and lodging are no-host. Lunch on Thursday and Friday will be provided with love by Roberta and Robyn.

Agenda

Day 1 – Wednesday Social Dinner (optional, no-host)

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Imbibe and nosh with great company; location to be announced

Day 2 – Thursday Workshops & Connection

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Opening Remarks, & Introductions

Workshop 1: Track 1 Marketing TBD, Track 2 Teaching with Cognitive Support

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch provided

Workshop 2: Track 1 Money TBD, Track 2 Introduction to Hong Kong Mahjong

Workshop 3: Teaching with the Block Buster Principle

4:00 PM | Open Forum + Social Games (optional)

What to Bring:

A notebook, tablet, or laptop

Any teaching tools or materials you love

Contact cards

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Social Dinner (optional, no-host; location to be announced)

Day 3 – Friday Social Games (optional)

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Roundtables & Social Games; lunch provided

Agenda is subject to change. We’ll do our best to stick to the plan, but timing and session details may be adjusted to ensure the best experience for all attendees.

Limited to 40 attendees. Email michele@mahjlife.com to reserve your seat.

YOUTUBE OBSESSED Let's Play Livestream
2026-05-27 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-20 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-13 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:00
Mahj Life YouTube channel members in the OBSESSED tier can attend. In these sessions, we play American Mah Jongg using the National Mah Jongg League card at Mahjong Time on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

Please register in advance if you want to be in the hot seat.

PERKS

Register for a Hot Seat

YOUTUBE MEMBERS ONLY Let's Play Livestream
2026-05-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-06 13:00 - 14:00
Mahj Life YouTube channel members in the FANATICS and OBSESSED tiers can attend. In these sessions, we play American Mah Jongg using the National Mah Jongg League card at Mahjong Time on Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time.

PERKS

YOUTUBE Learning Lab Player Edition
2026-05-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-05 13:00 - 14:00
Curious about strategy, confused about rules, or just eager to improve? Bring your questions to weekly YouTube livestreams where we untangle the game together in a supportive, coach-guided setting.

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MLIG Compass
2026-05-25 19:00 - 20:30
This is a reflective session for members who want space to reconnect with purpose, perspective, and balance as they navigate the personal side of teaching and leadership.

MLIG Esprit BOOST
2026-05-25 15:00 - 17:00
This is a focused session for Mahj Life Instructor Guild members who are ready to strengthen their visibility, offerings, and momentum through structured prompts, shared problem-solving, and applied growth strategies.

If you are a guild member, click on Esprit BOOST under recurring meetings on the dashboard for details.

If you are an aspiring or current instructor, consider joining the Mahj Life Instructor Guild.

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YOUTUBE NMJL Nitty-Gritty Let's Play Livestream
2026-05-25 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-18 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-11 13:00 - 14:30
In these sessions, we play American mah jongg using the National Mah Jongg League card at Mahjong Time. We begin with a 15-30 minute interactive presentation on a fundamental topic, followed by gameplay with commentary.

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Topics

YOUTUBE Beat the Pro Let's Play Livestream
2026-05-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-08 18:00 - 20:00
In these sessions, we play American Mah Jongg using the National Mah Jongg League card at Mahjong Time on Fridays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Eastern Time – as long as we have over 100 viewers, we’ll keep adding an hour of gameplay!!! Players who registered in advance will play with me! This session is designed for experienced players.

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YOUTUBE NMJL Simply Social Let's Play Livestream
2026-05-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-15 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-08 17:00 - 18:00
In this session, we’ll be playing American Mah Jongg using the National Mah Jongg League card at Mahjong Time. This is a social livestream. If you prefer gameplay with commentary only, consider joining nitty-gritty livestreams on Mondays.

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YOUTUBE Learning Lab Instructor Edition
2026-05-21 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-14 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-07 13:00 - 14:30
Designed for mah jongg instructors, this session explores teaching challenges, tricky student questions, group dynamics, and instructional clarity—perfect for anyone who teaches or plans to.

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MLIG MPI Support
2026-05-18 15:00 - 17:00
This is a focused session for Mahj Life Instructor Guild members enrolled in the Merit Program for Instructors who are seeking help with requirements, documentation, progress tracking, or questions about earning and maintaining merit. If you are a guild member, log in and click “Microcredentials” on the dashboard for details. If you are a current or aspiring instructor, consider joining us!

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MLIG BizDev Support
2026-05-11 15:00 - 17:00
This exclusive event is for Mahj Life Instructor Guild members. The topics will focus on building a sustainable and scalable business. If you are a guild member, log in and click “courses” on the dashboard for details.

If you are an aspiring or current instructor, consider joining the Mahj Life Instructor Guild.

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IN-PERSON Branson Mah Jongg Retreat
2026-05-07 15:00 - 2026-05-10 12:00 | Branson Towers Hotel in Branson, MO, 236 Shepherd of the Hills Expy, Branson, Missouri, 65616, United States
Mah Jongg Retreat – Branson, MO SOLD OUTMay 7–10, 2026 | Branson Towers Hotel

Join me as a special guest presenter at this three-day mah jongg retreat in Branson, Missouri. Enjoy open play, planned activities, special games, door prizes, and plenty of time at the table with fellow players.

Registration is $275 (early bird $250 by March 15 – SOLD OUT) and includes two lite lunches, evening snacks, and a goodie bag. Limited to 40 attendees. Contact Cindy Lubbert at 417-241-1516 for details and registration information. Waiting list available.
