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​​HELPING YOUR CHILD REACH ACADEMIC GOALS
DOESN’T HAVE TO BE THIS HARD!

JAMS Abacus students are 2 to 3 grade math levels above their peers.

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SO YOU WANT YOUR CHILD TO DO WELL IN MATH?

Abacus math classes is a proven method to improve a student’s ability to process numbers and do calculations quickly.

  • Enjoy math and become the best math student in the class
  • Your child more confident in and out of classroom
  • Guaranteed to improve your child's focus
  • Excel in ALL subjects
  • Be quick on your feet

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WHERE YOUR CHILD’S FUTURE BEGINS

“The sooner kids stop counting on their fingers, the better they are at math later in life.”
Stanford University Research

BOOK A VISIT. WATCH A CLASS IN ACTION

Schedule a class observation. Meet one of our teachers, get an introduction to Abacus, and ask all your questions to see if Abacus is right for your child.

LEARN TO PROCESS MATH QUICKLY

Using the proven teachings of Japanese Abacus math, in as early as 3 weeks, watch Your child adding and subtracting multiple numbers at lightning speed.

WATCH YOUR CHILD TRANSFORM

Children become extremely focused and confident in life! There are 5 main teaching pillars of Abacus Online. Watch the video above or scroll down to read them.

JAMS PARENTS IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Raaga started at JAMS when she was only 5 years old. Today she is at middle school, and is still a JAMS student. Watch this 2-minute video as her mother, Jyothy, shares with us that her daughter learned a lot more than just the love for math.

JAMS PARENTS IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Gayathri doesn’t have to worry about school math anymore. Watch the 2-minute video  to learn why her son, a JAMS student for 3.5 years now, is above his peers and has a love for math.

JAMS PARENTS IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Samu is the mother of Vivek, a JAMS student for 10 years who is now in college. Vivek is off to a brilliant career and life achievement: “He definitely has been able to work big equations and problem-solve as it applies to life itself.”

WATCH A JAMS STUDENT IN ACTION

Watch a 7-year-old JAMS student rock one-digit and two-digit mental calculations in this short video. Big numbers are not scary for little Hannah Tanga. She can do this all day long!

WATCH A JAMS STUDENT IN ACTION

Siblings Jenna Parker and Lukas are faster than a calculator when it comes to adding and subtracting any sequence of numbers. Do you have as much fun as they do with math?

WATCH A JAMS STUDENT IN ACTION

Watch this 37-second video showing how a 16-year-old JAMS student calculates algebra equations using his refined mental math calculation skills. Catch him if you can.

5 TEACHING PILLARS OF JAMS ABACUS

CONCENTRATION

JAMS students, as young as 6 years old, are trained to focus for as long as 120 minutes without interruption!

DISCIPLINE

The direction of the beads, hand positioning, placement of the Abacus are details that matter in the classroom & with Abacus Online!

PROBLEM SOLVING

JAMS students are trained to look at a problem and work it out mentally, before diving in and trying to resolve it.

TIME MANAGEMENT

In class and with Abacus Online, students learn to be quick on their feet. A timer is used and they are motivated to do faster than last time.

CONFIDENCE

At grade school, our children are at least 2 math levels ahead. This boosts their confidence and self-esteem.

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All the teachers are professional and genuinely care about your child’s progress. They go the extra mile in recognizing your child’s aptitude for Math. This is a totally different math experience that my 3rd grader has witnessed and abacus has exceeded our expectations in every way. For us, it was vital that our child enjoys math while she enhances her skills and abacus provides both! The owner is extremely observant and works meticulously with each child. Thank
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Aarsi Aggarwal
Since we have started our daughter with this program, she has made leaps and bounds with her math skills. The teachers have been very impressive with with their ability to teach several students at a time online successfully. Her confidence has Grown as she continues with the program
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Deborah James
My daughter has made very good progress during her 7 months at JAMS, and the teachers, classes, and materials are excellent. I recommend JAMS for any parent who wants their child to learn abacus skills.
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AS SEEN ON TV…

Thank you, KGW-TV, for telling all of Portland about the amazing things we teach at JAMS! Our students showcased their amazing skills, and Sensei explained that Abacus is about more than just mental math! It’s about discipline, time management, concentration and more.

Watch the show yourself. Then register your child for a free class or for our online Abacus classes and help them excel at math and life!

“It’s hard to explain the sense of joy I feel when I can help a student overcome a fear of math or when a student is recognized as outstanding in math or TAG by the grade school.

We bring the teachings of Soroban Abacus to help build a solid and strong foundation of Mental Mathematics, focus and confidence. We strongly believe that every student can become an overachiever at JAMS.”

Sensei Miwako, Founder of JAMS

OTHER ABACUS SCHOOLS WILL:

Teach your kid how to use the Abacus
to process numbers quickly and
accurately.

JAMS ABACUS MATH SCHOOL WILL:

Teach how to use the Abacus to develop discipline, concentration, problem-solving, time management, and confidence. Accuracy and speedy calculation happens naturally.

Start Your Child on a Proven Path to Academic And Life Success

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We believe that every child has a unique learning style. At JAMS, our personalized coaching will help your child succeed within the classroom, with Abacus Online and beyond.

What is the difference between JAMS, Kumon and other coaching/tutorial centers?

Apart from being popular in China and Japan, these two teaching styles are very different in nature. Kumon focuses on learning through repetition, memorization and discipline. Abacus focuses on visual learning, problem solving and organization. Kumon also focuses on math, reading and writing. Abacus strictly focuses on mental math and a life skill of seeing the world through a mathematician’s eyes. You can read our blog post about the difference here.

What is the right age for a child to start learning the Abacus?

Students of all ages and math proficiency are welcome to start their Abacus learning at any grade or learning level and our Abacus Online options are a great way to start. Ideally, a student should be old enough to promptly recognize and write numbers from 0 to 9.

What kind of calculations does the Abacus help my child with?

Both basic and advanced math problems can be solved with an understanding of the Abacus, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, square root, cube root and others. The mental math calculation also helps children with elementary advanced mathematics at all school levels, including algebra and college-level math.

I have never used the Abacus. How can I help my child with her/his homework?

Our teachers are focused on each child’s personalized learning, and encourage him/her to do their homework independently so we can assess their skills and identify where they may need help. We only request that you commit to carving out time for your child to focus on doing their JAMS homework and encourage their learning journey, which is made easy with Abacus Online.

Is it true that concentration skills are improved by learning the Abacus?

Yes, absolutely! Here is a good example: When you work on addition and subtraction with 10 two-digit numbers, you have to move Abacus beads approximately 30 times. If you make even one mistake, your answer is incorrect. So it is vital to remain focused, which enhances concentration skills.

My child doesn't like math. How can JAMS help?

At JAMS and in our Abacus Online classes, your child will rediscover math. Our personalized teaching helps your child be confident and, most importantly, enjoy math.

Can JAMS help my child to be ahead of peers in math?

Online Abacus classes will help your child excel in grade school and beyond. A vast number of our students have earned recognition such as TAG, and every single one is at least 2 grade levels ahead of their peers. We have a diverse group of students from across the world who outshine their peers not only in math but also in other disciplines using the skills that they learned at JAMS. Even if you or your spouse are not good at math, Abacus Online can still help your child excel.

As a parent, am I required to learn the Abacus to help my child?

Absolutely not. When your child starts at JAMS or our online Abacus classes, we provide a complete kit (including the Abacus) for a one-time fee. As a parent you do not need to learn the Abacus to help your child succeed. We only request that you commit to carving out time for your child to focus on doing their JAMS homework and encourage their learning journey.

Don't calculators and computers make the Abacus obsolete?

Our teaching philosophy around mental calculation both in person and with Abacus Online leverages the Abacus to give our students essential problem-solving skills and to help build their focus, persistence and sense of accountability. These are life skills that help them compete and succeed in today’s and tomorrow’s world – and no calculator or computer can teach these skills.

Is it true that the Abacus can help improve my child's communication and skills across other subjects?

Yes. Focus, persistence, time management, organization and self-driven accountability are all keys to your child’s success in the classroom and beyond. JAMS and Abacus Online parents see their children become more engaged with schoolworks in all subjects. Their children are better prepared for tests and become more confident and successful overall than their peers.

How do I prepare for a classroom observation?

To help you prepare and make the most out of this activity, read our comprehensive guide about classroom observation.