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Math Olympiad Classes Online for Competition-Ready Students

Build the reasoning, problem-solving fluency, and mathematical confidence needed for AMC, AIME, MathCounts, CMO-related training, and other challenging competitions without relying on memorized formulas.

90 min
Per live lesson
6–12
Students per class
18
Lessons per semester
Live
Teacher instruction

What Are Online Math Olympiad Classes?

Online math olympiad classes are structured, live lessons that teach students how to approach non-routine mathematical problems. ACE Academy combines school mathematics, Honors-level content, AoPS materials, and international competition problem-solving strategies for learners preparing for AMC, AIME, MathCounts, CMO-related competitions, Math Kangaroo, and other contests. Students complete a placement assessment first, then study at a level matched to their existing knowledge and goals.

The emphasis is not simply on getting an answer. Students practice recognizing patterns, selecting efficient strategies, explaining their reasoning, and working through unfamiliar multi-step problems with guidance from live instructors.

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Built around the learner

Choose a path that matches the student’s ambition

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Honors foundation

Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, and advanced mathematics modules develop the academic base that competition problems require.

ACE Academy Geometry competition course graphic

Competition preparation

Dedicated work targets AMC 8, AMC 10, AIME, MathCounts, CMO-related training, and other demanding mathematics competitions.

ACE Academy Pre-Algebra curriculum table

Advanced learners

Students move ahead of grade-level material, investigate why methods work, and strengthen reasoning for future STEM study.

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Academic advancement

A structured pathway can support Honors or accelerated placement, stronger school performance, and preparation for higher mathematics.

A practical class experience

What students actually do in a 90-minute lesson

The lesson structure gives students time to learn a method, try it, explain it, and revisit the reasoning. Approximately 39% of class time is dedicated to active student output through the learn–practice–explain model.

5 min
Warm-up game
45 min
Core instruction
5 min
Break or activity
30 min
Guided practice
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What You Get From Competition-Focused Learning

Develop pattern recognition and flexible mathematical thinking.

Explain solutions clearly instead of relying on unexplained answers.

Connect algebra, geometry, number theory, counting, and probability.

Strengthen performance on AMC, MathCounts, and school assessments.

Prepare for Honors, AP, and future STEM mathematics.

Handle unfamiliar, multi-step problems with a repeatable process.

How It Works

Step 1

Complete placement

The assessment identifies mathematical knowledge and the appropriate course level.

What you see: a timed online assessment with course-specific questions.

Step 2

Join a live class

Students learn in English with a teacher and a small group of 6–12 classmates.

What you see: live instruction, worked examples, questions, and guided practice.

Step 3

Practice and review

Students complete assignments, use recorded explanations, and receive performance feedback.

What you see: homework, playback, assessments, and progress information.

Features, Grouped Around Progress

Core workflow features

  • • Placement testing before enrollment
  • • Live online English instruction
  • • Pre-class preparation materials
  • • Homework with teacher explanations
  • • Midterm and final assessments

Reliability & control

  • • 6–12 students per class
  • • One 90-minute lesson each week
  • • 18 lessons per semester
  • • Recorded lesson playback
  • • Online performance feedback

Integrations & export

  • • English course materials
  • • Online assignments
  • • Recorded teacher explanations
  • • Curriculum aligned to school mathematics
  • • AoPS-based Honors content

Curriculum That Reaches Beyond Routine Exercises

Pre-Algebra

Students work with number properties, fractions, percentages, prime factorization, LCM and GCD, equations, geometry fundamentals, counting, probability, and AMC 8 problem-solving practice.

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Algebra I

The course develops equations, expressions, ratios, proportions, inequalities, slope, quadratics, factoring, modeling, and MathCounts-related problem practice.

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Geometry

Students study congruence, similarity, circles, tangents, quadrilaterals, analytic geometry, solid geometry, and trigonometry, moving from visual intuition toward formal proof.

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A use case: preparing for Geometry and AMC-style problems

Consider a student who is studying Algebra I at school, wants Honors Geometry next, and is beginning AMC preparation. The recommended route is school Algebra I followed by ACE Academy Geometry, with placement confirming the starting level. In class, the student may practice a circle problem, compare sector area with triangle area, and explain why the chosen decomposition works rather than only copying a formula.

That same learner can connect geometry with number theory and algebra. For example, students may reason that among three consecutive integers, one must be divisible by 3, or solve a system such as x + y + 2z = 35, 2x + y + z = 36, and x + 2y + z = 37 to obtain x = 9, y = 10, and z = 8.

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Worked examples
Rhombus area
Side length 60; diagonal ratio 2:1
Area = 2,880 square units
Equilateral triangle
Side length 2
Area = √3
Prime-number reasoning
A + B = C and A + C = D
A × C + B × D = 31

Proof, Results, and Real Perspectives

  • 4.5/5 TrustScore: the site displays a Trustpilot TrustScore of 4.5 out of 5.
  • 93%: the provided site survey reports stronger logic after eight lessons.
  • 95%: the provided site survey reports increased student confidence.
  • 15%–30%: marketing materials report average improvement over three months.
  • 40+ years: the research and curriculum team is described as having combined mathematics education and talent-development experience.
  • 2.6%: the provided instructor information cites an approximate North American instructor selection rate.

“I love teaching at ACE Academy because I get to work with students of all personalities, and my experience helps me connect with each of them in meaningful ways. The curriculum is also thoughtfully designed, using engaging characters that make lessons more enjoyable and easier to understand for both students and teachers.”

— Basel Am, Teacher

“I love teaching at ACE Academy because I get to work with students of all personalities, and my experience helps me connect with each of them in meaningful ways. The curriculum is also thoughtfully designed, using engaging characters that make lessons more enjoyable and easier to understand for both students and teachers.”

— Kathleena M.S.R, Teacher

Why This Format Compared With Generic Alternatives?

Decision factorACE Academy online classesGeneric self-studyUnstructured tutoring
Starting levelPlacement assessment before enrollmentStudent chooses independentlyDepends on tutor assessment
InstructionLive, structured, English instructionPrimarily independentLesson-by-lesson support
Class size6–12 studentsNo class discussionVaries by provider
Progress evidenceAssignments, assessments, and feedbackSelf-monitoredDepends on tutor reporting
Competition scopeAMC, AIME, MathCounts, CMO-related, and international contentDepends on selected materialsDepends on individual expertise

Credentials & Key Stats

4.5/5
Trustpilot TrustScore
95%
Families reported 5-star ratings
87%+
Instructors reported with graduate degrees
5+
Average years of instructor experience

These figures are provided site or marketing claims and should be considered in that context. Instructor profiles include educators connected with Rutgers University–Newark, Columbia University, Caltech, Tulane University, Stanford University, and Virginia Tech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should take online math olympiad classes?

These classes are designed for students preparing for AMC 8, AMC 10, AIME, MathCounts, CMO-related competitions, Math Kangaroo, and other mathematics contests. They also suit advanced learners who want to study beyond their school grade. Students interested in Honors, AP, engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physical science may benefit from the stronger reasoning foundation. The placement assessment helps determine whether Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, AMC 8 Basics, or another course is appropriate. A student does not need to begin at the highest level to benefit from a structured progression.

How does placement work before enrollment?

New students complete a placement assessment before joining a class. The assessment checks mathematical knowledge and recommends a course level based on the student’s current preparation. The provided assessment information lists 16 or 17 questions for several courses and a 40-minute time limit. Passing thresholds vary by course, including 60% for several listed levels and 85% for Algebra I A. Geometry placement can include geometry, equations, analytic geometry, number theory, square roots, exponents, ratios, counting, probability, and logic.

What happens during a typical online class?

Each lesson is live, taught in English, and designed for a small group of 6–12 students. A 90-minute lesson may include a five-minute warm-up, 45 minutes of core instruction, a short break or activity, 30 minutes of advanced instruction and guided practice, and a five-minute summary. Students work through examples, practice strategies, and communicate their reasoning. Pre-class materials, homework, recorded teacher explanations, lesson playback, and performance feedback extend learning beyond the live session. The stated schedule is one lesson per week over an 18-lesson semester.

Does the curriculum cover both school mathematics and competitions?

Yes, the provided course description presents the program as an integrated academic and competition pathway. Content includes school mathematics, Honors-level modules, AoPS materials, and problem-solving strategies from international competitions. Pre-Algebra and Algebra I develop foundations such as equations, ratios, number properties, geometry, counting, and probability. Geometry adds congruence, similarity, circles, tangents, analytic geometry, solid geometry, and trigonometry. This combination is intended to support school performance, accelerated placement, and contest problem-solving.

How much do the classes cost?

The provided information includes sample math package pricing of $999 for 36 lessons and $1,819 for 72 lessons. These figures are examples shown in the supplied materials and may not represent every course, location, package, or current enrollment option. The online competition format described here uses 18 lessons per semester, but the final price depends on the selected program and package. Families can use the free trial or contact the team to confirm current pricing. A placement assessment is also important because the recommended course level affects the enrollment path.

What support is available after a lesson?

Students receive pre-class preparation materials and homework connected to the lesson. Recorded teacher explanations can help students review how a problem was approached. Recorded lesson playback provides another way to revisit instruction and examples. Online assignments, midterm and final assessments, and performance feedback help families follow progress over time. The stated learn–practice–explain model also gives students repeated opportunities to articulate mathematical reasoning rather than only submit an answer.

Give your student a structured path into competition mathematics.

Start with placement, find the right level, and build the habits that make challenging problems more approachable.

Find a competition mathematics pathway matched to the learner.