Live online competition mathematics
Live, structured online tutoring combines placement testing, challenging problem solving, guided practice, and teacher feedback for students preparing for AMC 8, AMC 10, AIME, MathCounts, Math Kangaroo, and related competitions.
An online math competition tutor provides live instruction focused on the reasoning, strategies, and problem types used in contests rather than only reviewing routine school exercises. Students work through algebra, geometry, number theory, combinatorics, probability, ratios, functions, and logical reasoning while learning how to select an efficient approach for unfamiliar problems. The program is designed for advanced learners, competition participants, Honors-track students, and STEM-oriented students who want deeper mathematical understanding. Placement testing helps identify the appropriate starting level before formal instruction begins.
Built for different goals
The right course depends on a student’s current mathematics, target contest, and appetite for challenge. Each path connects academic foundations with competition-style thinking.
The Honors pathway uses Art of Problem Solving materials across Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, and Geometry. It integrates competition-style thinking into academic mathematics and supports students preparing for future AMC participation, Honors placement, or accelerated coursework.
Pre-Algebra A → Pre-Algebra B → Algebra I A → Algebra I B → Geometry
The Competition Math pathway concentrates on classic problem types, advanced techniques, strategy selection, and selected AMC and international competition problems. Teachers explain not only how to solve a problem, but also when a strategy is efficient and how to adapt it to a new question.
AMC 8 · AMC 10 · AIME · MathCounts · Math Kangaroo
Students build fluency with arithmetic, powers, fractions, ratios, percentages, equations, angles, perimeter, area, counting, probability, and competition strategies. This foundation is relevant to AMC 8, MathCounts, and Math Kangaroo preparation.
Foundations first, then flexible problem solving
Geometry topics include congruence, similarity, triangle geometry, quadrilaterals, circles, tangents, coordinate geometry, solid geometry, trigonometry, and multi-step construction. The Geometry course includes 18 lessons with a midterm and final assessment.
Recommended for approximately Grades 7–8
Build a systematic framework across algebra, geometry, number theory, counting, probability, and logic.
Develop independent thinking instead of relying on memorized procedures.
Connect school mathematics, Honors courses, and competition mathematics in one progression.
Receive teacher feedback on strategy choice, homework, mistakes, and unfamiliar problems.
Practice through online assignments, simulated competition tests, recorded explanations, and mistake analysis.
Support stronger school performance, placement preparation, Honors progression, and STEM foundations.
Step 1
The assessment identifies current knowledge, gaps, and the suitable difficulty level before enrollment.
You see a recommended course level.
Step 2
Students attend 90-minute English-language classes with guided instruction, active practice, and competition problems.
You see concepts, strategies, and worked examples.
Step 3
Homework, recorded explanations, assessments, reports, and simulated tests turn practice into an ongoing feedback loop.
You see priorities for the next stage.
A student may encounter a figure that looks unfamiliar, such as two overlapping circles. The goal is not simply to recall a formula; it is to decompose the figure into sectors, triangles, and circular segments, then select the shortest valid route.
For two circles passing through each other’s centers with AB equal to 6, the shaded common region can be analyzed as two circular segments. The solution uses sector area, an isosceles triangle, and a 30-degree–60-degree–90-degree triangle. The resulting area is:
This is the kind of transfer students practice: identify structure, choose a representation, remove unnecessary work, and explain why the result follows. The same approach applies across geometry, algebra, number theory, and probability.
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| Decision factor | Online competition program | General online tutoring | Self-directed practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placement | Course placement test before class | May depend on tutor discussion | Student chooses independently |
| Problem selection | Competition knowledge and classic problem types | Often follows immediate homework needs | Depends on available materials |
| Feedback | Teacher strategy feedback and mistake analysis | Varies by tutor | Usually self-evaluated |
| Assessment | Midterm, final, and simulated competition tests | May be informal | Practice scores only |
| Continuity | Modular progression across academic and contest mathematics | Can be lesson by lesson | Student manages sequence |
The materials identify Dr. Zhengyu Mao, a Rutgers University–Newark professor and Columbia University mathematics Ph.D.; Dr. Hui Jin, a Columbia University Electrical Engineering adjunct professor and Caltech Ph.D.; Dr. Jian Li or Dr. Zhenting Ma, described as a Tulane associate professor and CMO qualifier; and Dr. Yuan Zhao, a Stanford Ph.D. in Linguistics and Cognitive Science. The materials also cite mathematics competition experience, research backgrounds, and curriculum-development expertise among the teaching and research team.
The program is designed for students preparing for AMC 8, AMC 10, AIME, MathCounts, Math Kangaroo, and other competitions. It also suits advanced learners who want mathematics beyond regular school coursework. Honors and academic-advancement students can use the pathway to strengthen placement and accelerated-math preparation. STEM-oriented students may benefit from the emphasis on logical reasoning and a stronger mathematical foundation. A placement test is required so the starting course reflects the student’s current knowledge.
New students complete an online placement test before joining a formal class. The assessment is intended to identify current knowledge, learning gaps, and an appropriate difficulty level. Available assessments include Honors Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, and Competition AMC 8 Basics options. Most listed tests contain 16 or 17 questions and allow 40 minutes, although the AMC 8 Basics B assessment is marked as unavailable. Passing thresholds vary by course, including 60% for several listed courses and 85% for Honors Algebra I A.
A 90-minute lesson begins with approximately five minutes of a math game or warm-up challenge. About 45 minutes are used for core concept explanation, worked examples, and tiered practice. After a short five-minute break or focus-restoring activity, students spend about 30 minutes on advanced learning and competition-thinking practice. The final five minutes summarize the lesson and identify review priorities. The program states that 39% of class time is allocated to active student output, including problem solving and mathematical explanation.
Yes, the stated competition targets include AMC 8, AMC 10, AIME, MathCounts, and Math Kangaroo. The curriculum includes classic problem types, innovative problem-solving strategies, and selected problems from past international math competitions. Students also receive simulated competition tests and mistake analysis as part of the formal learning workflow. Pre-Algebra preparation is specifically connected with AMC 8, MathCounts, and Math Kangaroo. The materials describe these outcomes as preparation ranges and do not present them as guarantees of a particular score or ranking.
The supplied pricing examples show a 36-lesson package at $999 and a 72-lesson package at $1,819 for math. These are sample package prices provided in the available materials rather than a complete pricing catalog. The exact amount may depend on the selected course, package, location, and enrollment details. Families can use the free-trial or contact options to confirm current availability and pricing. A placement evaluation should be completed before selecting the appropriate course level.
Parents can access learning reports and online homework progress for formal courses. The program also includes midterm and final assessments, recorded teacher explanations, simulated competition tests, and mistake analysis. These resources help families see which concepts were taught and which areas need more review. Teacher feedback focuses on strategy selection as well as the final answer. The available materials do not promise a specific score increase for every student, so progress should be interpreted alongside participation, practice, and assessment results.
Start with placement, train with expert guidance, and build the reasoning habits that unfamiliar competition problems demand.