12-Hour Intensive Video Crash Course
Covering the Core Skills of Levels 1 & 2
Designed for students in Grade 4 and above, parents, and educators, the Life of Math (LOM) Introduction to Mental Math Using Abacus Crash Course helps strengthen number sense, improve concentration, build confidence, and develop powerful mental calculation skills. No prior abacus experience is required.
Unlock the Power of Whole-Brain Development in Just 12 Hours
Many students struggle with mathematics not because they cannot understand advanced concepts, but because they never had the opportunity to develop strong number sense and mental calculation strategies. This crash course provides a structured introduction to the proven Life of Math Abacus Method, covering the essential concepts from Levels 1 and 2.
Welcome to the GOAT family! Whether you are learning for yourself or supporting a child or classroom, this course gives you the foundation needed to experience the benefits of mental math using the abacus.
Course Goals
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Use the Japanese soroban abacus with confidence.
Perform direct addition and subtraction.
Apply Friends of 5 and Friends of 10 strategies.
Develop the foundations of mental visualization.
Strengthen number sense and computational fluency.
Improve concentration and confidence in mathematics.
Key Benefits
Whole Brain Development
Strong Number Sense
Computational Fluency
Mental Math Foundations
Parent & Teacher Friendly
Course Materials
Included with the Course
Life of Math Mental Math Using Abacus Workbook (Printable PDF)
Step-by-Step Video Lessons (3 months of access)
Answer Key PDFs (3 months of access)
These resources support structured learning, guided practice, and independent review at home or in the classroom.
Required Materials
Japanese Soroban Abacus
Pencil
Certificate of Completion (Optional)
Participants who would like to earn an official Life of Math Mental Math Using Abacus Foundations Certificate must:
Complete all course modules.
Schedule a one-hour virtual assessment with a Life of Math team member.
Successfully demonstrate proficiency in the core concepts taught throughout the course.
Pass the virtual examination.
Assessment Fee
The virtual assessment session is not included in the course tuition. Assessment and certification fees are based on the current hourly rate and will be communicated at the time of scheduling.
To schedule your certification assessment, please contact:
Email: info@lifeofmath.com
Upon successfully completing the assessment, participants will receive an official Life of Math Certificate of Completion, recognizing their achievement in the Foundations of Mental Math Using Abacus program.
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What Comes Next After This Crash Course?
The 12-hour crash course builds the essential foundation of the Life of Math Abacus Method. After completing this introduction, students can continue into the structured mastery levels of the full program.
Each level is carefully designed to build upon the previous one, guiding students from strong number sense to advanced mental arithmetic with confidence. As they progress, they develop faster calculation skills, stronger concentration, improved memory, and the ability to work with larger numbers, decimals, multiplication, and increasingly complex mental math.
Beyond mathematics, the program helps students build discipline, focus, resilience, and problem-solving habits that support long-term academic success. By completing all seven levels, students gain not only advanced mathematical abilities but also the confidence to embrace new learning challenges with a positive mindset.
Course Note
Complete the crash course in one weekend or learn at your own pace. This intensive program focuses on the essential concepts and strategies from Levels 1 and 2. While it provides a strong foundation, mastery requires continued practice and application.
Participants are encouraged to continue into the full Life of Math Mental Math Using Abacus Program to achieve complete mastery of Levels 1 and 2.
Contact
For course information, certification assessments, or enrollment inquiries, please contact the Life of Math team at info@lifeofmath.com.
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