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Gaia Banovich
Biography
American Mahjong lessons & socials Welcoming newbies to the wonderful world of Mahjong! Florida’s Sun Coast – St. Pete, Tampa, & beyond.
Gaia LOVES mah jongg! She enjoys the challenge of creating order from the randomly drawn tiles and cherishes the camaraderie of playing with others. With its engaging combination of luck and strategy, mah jongg offers everyone a timeless game of exploration, challenge, and friendship. Gaia would love to introduce you to this entertaining game. Perhaps you’re already familiar with the basics and need to improve your skills. Then she is your Mahj girl, too! You can trust her to help you take your game to the next level so that you can play like a pro in no time. Get in touch and get your Mahj on! Learn More: https://masteryourmahjong.com/
Student Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
In-Person Lesson Size: 3-8 players; up to 24 with assistants
In-Person Guided Play Size: Up to 16 players
In-Person Group: MAHJ & MINGLE THURSDAYS IN ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA
Sip, connect, and play American Mahjong in one of St. Pete’s most stylish spots. Come solo or bring your Mahj besties – no group required! This bi-weekly afternoon event is all about community, connection, and creating a welcoming space to grow your skills. Whether you’ve just started or you’re already a confident tile maven, there’s a seat for you. Please note: This is not a first-timers class. You’ll need to know the basics to participate in the open play social, but I’ll be floating to help where needed. Must register to attend. Learn More: https://masteryourmahjong.com/products/mahjong-mingle-open-play
Microcredentials:

First Principles Promise: I promise to teach you the first principles of mah jongg using the official rules, giving you a strong foundation and the confidence to play with anyone, anywhere.
Variations Awareness Pledge: I pledge to distinguish house rules from the official rules and help you understand their impact so you can confidently adapt and enjoy the game anywhere.
Certifications
- Learning Lab Associate Instructor
- Pride in Excellence Initiative
