Where Numbers Become Superpowers
Prepare for MATHCOUNTS, AMC 8, and Math League competitions in our Mathletes program for middle school students (grades 5-8). Master number theory, algebra, geometry, and creative problem-solving strategies through team-based learning. Build speed, accuracy, and mathematical confidence that sets you apart in academics and competitions.
Coming Fall 2026
Be Among the First to Join
JAMUN Mathletes at a Glance
A brand new program launching Fall 2026—be among the founding members.
What is Mathletes?
Mathletes is a competitive mathematics program where students challenge themselves with problems that go beyond the classroom. Think of it as a sport for your brain—with individual events, team competitions, and the thrill of solving problems under pressure.
It's not about memorizing formulas—it's about creative thinking, pattern recognition, and the satisfaction of cracking a tough problem. Whether you love puzzles or want to strengthen your math skills, Mathletes makes math genuinely exciting.
“Math used to be just homework. Now it's my favorite puzzle to solve with friends.”
What You'll Do as a Mathlete
From practice sessions to competition day—here's how you'll grow as a problem-solver.
Learn Problem-Solving
Master creative approaches to math problems that go beyond textbook methods. Discover elegant solutions.
Practice Weekly
Work through challenging problems with teammates and coaches, building speed and accuracy.
Compete as a Team
Collaborate with teammates in relay rounds and team challenges where every member contributes.
Earn Recognition
Compete for individual and team awards at regional and national competitions.
More Than Just Math Problems
The skills you develop in Mathletes will serve you in school, career, and life.
Logical Reasoning
Develop systematic approaches to breaking down complex problems into manageable steps.
Mental Math
Build lightning-fast calculation skills and number sense that serve you in all areas.
Strategic Thinking
Learn to identify patterns, make predictions, and choose the best approach to each problem.
Collaboration
Work with teammates to solve problems faster together than you could alone.
“Mathletes taught me that getting stuck is just part of the process. Now I actually enjoy the challenge of figuring things out.”
Sarah L.
8th Grade, Second-Year Mathlete
How Competitions Work
From sprint rounds to countdown brackets, here's what to expect at a competition.
Sprint Round
Individual challenge: 30 problems in 40 minutes testing accuracy and speed across all math topics.
Target Round
Pairs of challenging problems with 6 minutes each. Focus on deep problem-solving over speed.
Team Round
Work together with your team of 4 to solve 10 problems in 20 minutes. Collaboration is key.
Countdown Round
Head-to-head bracket tournament for top scorers. First to buzz in with the correct answer advances.
Typical Competition
Half to Full Day
Topics We Cover
Explore the math concepts you'll master through practice and competition.
Number Theory
Primes, divisibility, modular arithmetic
Algebra
Equations, inequalities, word problems
Geometry
Area, perimeter, angles, coordinate geometry
Probability & Counting
Combinations, permutations, expected value
Topics expand as you advance. Our curriculum grows with you from beginner to competition-ready.
Mathletes Resources
Everything you need to prepare for competition—all free and designed for middle schoolers.
Getting Started Guide
An introduction to competitive math and how to begin your Mathletes journey.
Practice Problem Sets
Curated problems organized by difficulty and topic for daily practice.
Formula Sheet
Essential formulas and theorems you'll need for competition success.
Mental Math Tips
Techniques for faster calculations and building number sense.
Problem-Solving Strategies
Learn systematic approaches like working backwards and finding patterns.
Past Competition Problems
Real problems from previous competitions with detailed solutions.
Getting Started Guide
An introduction to competitive math and how to begin your Mathletes journey.
Practice Problem Sets
Curated problems organized by difficulty and topic for daily practice.
Formula Sheet
Essential formulas and theorems you'll need for competition success.
Mental Math Tips
Techniques for faster calculations and building number sense.
Problem-Solving Strategies
Learn systematic approaches like working backwards and finding patterns.
Past Competition Problems
Real problems from previous competitions with detailed solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about getting started with Mathletes.
Be a Founding Member of JAMUN Mathletes
We're building a program where math is exciting, challenging, and fun. Whether you're a student ready to test your skills or a teacher looking to start a Mathletes club, join our interest list to be the first to know when we launch.
Questions? Reach out to our Mathletes team at mathletes@jamun.org