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94%
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
93%
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
90%
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Our Results
The Proof Is In The Numbers
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
At Mathnasium of Southland, our tutors use the Mathnasium Method™ to help students develop a deep understanding of math. This proprietary teaching approach blends personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques, ensuring each student receives math help tailored to their unique needs and learning styles.
The Mathnasium Method™ is designed to build a strong foundation for math excellence, empowering students to truly understand and even enjoy math.
Our caring and specially trained math tutors in Calgary deliver face-to-face instruction in a supportive, engaging group environment. We support K-12 students of all skill levels, both in-centre and online, to help them reach their full math potential.
Learn how Mathnasium tutors helped Halo gain confidence in math.
At Mathnasium of Southland, each student receives a personalized learning plan based on a detailed assessment of their skill level, challenges, and academic goals.
This tailored approach allows students to learn at their own pace while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with the confidence they need to excel in their math journey.
Discover how Mathnasium helped Maddie transform her math skills to achieve more confidence in the subject. Initially struggling with the lowest math grades in her class, Maddie worked with our tutors using a personalized approach tailored to her specific needs.
Math Tutors Near You
We specialize in math-only instruction with a customized and fun learning approach that delivers results. We proudly serve local communities, including:
Meet the Team
Mohsen Shabib
Expert of the Global Mathnasium Brand – Education Sector
Dr. Mohsen Shabib is a senior education professional and a recognized expert within the global Mathnasium brand in the education sector. He holds a B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Engineering, with a strong foundation in mathematics and advanced.
With over 20 years of multidisciplinary experience across academic and educational environments, Dr. Shabib has extensive expertise in teaching, tutoring, and training students from diverse age groups and academic backgrounds. His academic career, combined with hands-on instructional experience, enables him to bridge rigorous university-level knowledge with effective, student-centered learning practices.
Dr. Shabib has successfully tutored students in mathematics for many years, with a proven record of improving academic performance and deep conceptual understanding. His instructional approach emphasizes mastery of mathematical concepts, problem-solving skills, and long-term confidence building. He strongly believes that sustainable academic success comes from clarity, structure, and individualized learning—not shortcuts.
As the director of Mathnasium of Southland, Dr. Shabib applies Mathnasium’s individualized teaching philosophy with precision and consistency. He values the program’s ability to adapt instruction to each student’s strengths, needs, and learning style, and firmly believes that students learn best in a structured yet engaging and supportive environment.
Dr. Shabib is deeply committed to ensuring that students not only improve their grades, but also develop confidence, independence, and a genuine understanding of mathematics that supports long-term academic success.
Outside of his professional work, Dr. Shabib enjoys spending time with his family, maintaining an active lifestyle, and hiking—particularly in Banff National Park.
Diana Hall
Centre Director
Diana is the Centre Director at Mathnasium of Southland. She is a certified teacher, gaining her Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Calgary. Diana is also the previous owner of a successful tutoring centre in Salmon Arm, BC, where she lived for 20 years. She has taught and tutored students of all ages and abilities and loves to build rapport with each individual. Diana is experienced, inspiring, and supportive. She has extensive volunteer work as past President of the Vernon Vortex Speed Skating Club, and currently delivers food hampers to families in her community. Diana has a passion for math and is excited to bring the Mathnasium Method to children in the surrounding area. She has 3 teenaged children and enjoys sports and arts in her free time.
Adrienne Bursa
Assistant Centre Director
Adrienne is the Assistant Centre Director at Mathnasium of Southland, where she plays a key role in supporting students, mentoring instructors, and ensuring a high standard of math instruction at the center. With a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Calgary, Adrienne brings a unique academic background enriched by a strong foundation in Mathematics. Despite her formal studies in the Social Sciences, Adrienne pursued her personal passion for math by completing several post-secondary Mathematics courses, including second- and third-year courses in Calculus and Linear Algebra. This diverse academic experience, combined with her extensive work in the Not-for-Profit sector, has shaped her into a compassionate and effective educator.
Adrienne is dedicated to making math accessible, engaging, and meaningful for every student she works with. She strives to instill not only mathematical skills but also a lasting sense of confidence, curiosity, and accomplishment in learners of all ages. As Lead Instructor, Adrienne leads by example, fostering a supportive, positive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, challenge themselves, and grow.
Allen Sandwell
Instructor
Amir Kashi
Instructor
Adrina Sadeghian
Instructor
Sina Taheria
Instructor
Students can take 3 easy steps to enrol at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and what they still need to learn.
Mathnasium of Southland is located at 10233 Elbow Drive SW, Suite 155, in Calgary, AB. You'll find us in a convenient shopping area near Southwood Veterinary Hospital, Imaginary Wars Gaming and Hobbies Ltd., and Plato's Closet. The centre offers ample parking and easy access for families.
We serve students from Southland and surrounding communities. Local schools we support include:
Foundations for the Future Charter Academy
Braeside School
Eugene Coste School
Ethel M. Johnson School
Willow Park School
Robert Warren School
Canyon Meadows School
Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School
St. Catherine Elementary School
St. Benedict Elementary School
Harold Panabaker School
John Ware School
Haysboro School
Henry Wise Wood High School
Yes, Mathnasium of Southland offers online tutoring via our virtual classroom, Mathnasium@Home.
Students who choose to attend online receive live, face-to-face instruction in a fun and supportive group environment, guided by our same caring tutors in Calgary whether they attend online or in person.
No, whether attending online or in-centre, students receive the same quality of live face-to-face instruction. Online students receive the same personalized learning plans and caring support from our specially trained tutors as those in the centre.
Mathnasium’s specially trained tutors can help students learn and master any K-12 math class or topic, from basic arithmetic through algebra, geometry, and advanced high school math.
Our learning plans are tailored to each student’s unique learning needs and style, so they can receive focused instruction and make meaningful progress toward their goals.
Mathnasium of Southland provides premium value through a flat monthly membership and a one-time enrolment fee.
Most students attend two to three times per week. After a diagnostic assessment, we design a personalized learning plan with recommended session frequency based on your child’s goals. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more.
No, the cost of membership is the same whether students attend sessions online, in-centre, or use a hybrid approach.
The purpose of the diagnostic assessment is to provide insight into the student’s current skill level, learning style, and unique goals. We use these insights to create a learning plan tailored to their specific needs, so they can truly understand math and build the skills they need to advance.
At Mathnasium of Southland, we do not follow a traditional curriculum. We use our proprietary approach called the Mathnasium Method™, which combines personalized learning plans with proven teaching techniques to develop solid foundations for math mastery.
Our approach builds on each student’s existing knowledge, addressing the gaps in their understanding and introducing new concepts gradually and in a logical sequence. We work with students to expand their mathematical thinking so they can build the skills and confidence to excel in the classroom and beyond.
Both! We support students of all skill levels, whether they are looking to catch up, keep up, or are ready to get ahead on their math journey.
Students who are struggling with math receive caring, targeted instruction to (re)build foundational skills and confidence. Advanced learners enjoy personalized enrichment opportunities designed to challenge their thinking and deepen their understanding.
Absolutely! We welcome students from homeschool, public, and private school backgrounds across Calgary and surrounding communities.
Our flexible scheduling and personalized instruction complement homeschooling programmes and goals.
Yes, our tutors make time during each session to help students with their math homework and ensure they understand the concepts they’re learning in school.
No, all instruction takes place during sessions, whether online or in-centre. We do not assign additional homework, allowing students to focus and make meaningful progress while they’re with us.
Yes! Mathnasium of Southland prepares students for school-based and standardized math tests, including state assessments and college entrance exams.
Our test prep includes personalized learning plans, targeted practice, and strategies to build both skills and test-taking confidence.
Free Math Assessment & Consultation to identify strengths and support success.
Schedule Free AssessmentKnowledge Hub
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Mon
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tue
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wed
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thu
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
Mon - Thu
12:00PM - 7:00PM
Fri
10:00AM - 3:00PM
Sat
Closed
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Closed
| Mon: | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Tue: | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Wed: | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Thu: | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Fri: | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
| Mon - Thu: | 12:00PM - 7:00PM |
| Fri: | 10:00AM - 3:00PM |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
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