MAXIMIZE YOUR CHILD’S POTENTIAL
Give your child an unfair advantage at school and in life! Our students can focus an average of 120 minutes on math tasks.
We are an award-winning abacus math school that teaches lifeskills through math
START FOCUSING ON WHAT TRULY MATTERS FOR THEIR FUTURE!
Accelerate your child’s success with a guaranteed method.
- CONFIDENCE: Your child more confident in and out of classroom.
- PERFORMANCE: Excel in ALL subjects. Not just math.
- DISCIPLINE: Become more disciplined and organized
- FOCUS: Guaranteed to improve your child's focus
THE MIWAKO METHOD
YOUR CHILD WILL MASTER THE 5 TEACHING PILLARS
CONCENTRATION
Our students, as young as 5 years old, are trained to focus for as long as 120 minutes without interruption!
DISCIPLINE
The direction of the beads, hand positioning, and placement of the Abacus are details that matter in the classroom & with Abacus Online!
PROBLEM SOLVING
Our students are trained to look at a problem and work it out mentally before diving in and resolving 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.
“Some parents describe it as Magic. I describe it as dedication, hard work, perseverance, and focus”
“I believe that every child is gifted. I brought the Japanese teachings and the Soroban Abacus to build a solid foundation of mathematics, focus, and confidence, so children can overcome the fear of math.
Every student can become an overachiever at JAMS.”
Sensei Miwako – Founder of JAMS and creator of THE MIWAKO METHOD
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THARIQ RIDHA
Stanford University – Computer Science
Studying the Abacus from an early age has not just made me much more proficient at math, but has also pushed me to consistently practice and always seek to improve.
MADELEINE BEAUPRE
Cal Poly – Perfect score SAT Math
Miwako Sensei taught me more than how to achieve high scores. She taught me how to set and achieve goals, compete to the best of my ability, yet also be a good sport when things didn’t work out.
VIVEK KUMAR
Vanderbilt University – Perfect score SAT Math
Sensei Miwako has grounded me in
understanding the importance of hard work, determination, professional discipline, integrity, and family.
JORDAN ANDERSON
OSU – Doctor of Pharmacy
The dedication and perseverance learned through the Abacus has shaped the way I tackle problems. Miwako taught me how to learn. I was taught perseverance, humility, and culture.
SHE LEARNED MORE THAN JUST THE LOVE FOR MATH
Watch this 2-minute video as one of our parentsm, Jyothy, shares with us the impact of The Miwako Method had in her daughters’ academic and life success.
HE’S KNOWN TO BE SMARTER THAN PEERS OF THE SAME AGE
Gayathri doesn’t have to worry about school math anymore. Watch the 2-minute video to learn why her son is above his peers and has a love for math.
HE LEARNED THE IMPORTANCE OF HARD WORK
Samu’s mom is proud as her son achieved perfect score on SAT and is off to brilliant life achievements. All thanks to The Miwako Method he learned at JAMS: “He definitely has been able to work big equations and problem-solve as it applies to life itself.”
SHE IS NOT SCARED OF BIG NUMBERS
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!
THESE TWO ARE FASTER THAN A CALCULATOR
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?
COMPLEX ALGEBRA EQUATIONS MENTALLY
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!
IF YOU REACHED THIS FAR DOWN THE PAGE… CONGRATULATIONS!
You truly care for your child success, not only academically, but also in life. Take the first step and register for our trial classes.
TRY aND ENROLL YOUR CHILD
Our trial class offer makes it easy and risk free for you. For only $50 you get 2 classes to see if Abacus is right for your child. Your $50 is credited towards the registration fee when you enroll to become a student.
GAIN AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE
Using the proven teachings of Abacus and The Miwako Method, your child will increase focus and mental stamina. All while doing math!
WATCH YOUR CHILD TRANSFORM
Children become highly focused and confident in and out of the classroom! There are 5 main teaching pillars. Your child will master all of them overtime.
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!
Ready to Start your child on a Proven Path to 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.