Vedic Maths is a popular term these days and one of the newest innovations in mathematics education. These days, everyone wants to learn Vedic math tricks because, when used correctly, they can speed up a task up to five or ten times. Starting with the basic and simple tricks that are easy to learn is a good idea if you're a beginner and wondering which are the different tricks that usually get covered in Vedic Maths curriculum. These tricks will be surely enjoyable for you.

The 10 Cool Vedic Math Tricks

Below, we'll list the 10 cool Vedic Maths tricks and walk you through the first two or three tricks  step by step to give a sneak peak into the glorious world of Vedic Maths so you can try these tricks on your own. Yes - these are really that simple. Yes, I am aware that the article's headline lists ten tricks, but I promise you that two to three tricks will pique your interest. If you enjoy these, your next best step should be to find a Vedic Maths tutor who is knowledgeable and experienced. For obvious reasons, learning from a certified trainer is always preferable to learning from free online tutorials. Simply choose a reputable tutor of your choosing to make best your crucial time.

Lets get rolling!

Trick1: ‘Multiply any two digit number by 11’

This is a straightforward method (in comparison to the conventional method) for performing this calculation. If you use the Vedic Maths method, you will be pleasantly surprised to see how much faster it is. This is because, unlike the conventional method, which requires three steps, you can write the answer in the first step.

Trick2: How to find a cube root

Steps (To find a cube root)

1. Let's split the number into Left Hand Side (L.H.S.) and Right Hand Side (R.H.S.) using a pipe separator "|" from the right.

2. Use Rule 1 for LHS to determine the nearest number's perfect cube (from the lower side), and then determine the cube root of that perfect cube.

3. To determine the final cube root digit, use Rule 2 for R.H.S.

Question – Find a cube root of 21952

Trick3: Special Multiplication (multiply with 9 series)

Trick4: Division with 5, 25, 125

Trick5: Squaring of all the numbers

Trick6: Division with Special Number of 9 series (9, 99, 999)

Trick7: Division with Special Number (e.g. 299, 998, 11, 22)

Trick8: Cube root of Perfect Cubes

Trick9: Cubing of Numbers

Trick10: Vertically and Crosswise Multiplication

While as a student you surely would love to learn these tricks, these special Vedic Maths tricks will also be a good starting point if you are a teacher looking to gain entry into the world of Mathematics. We also recommend that you should look out for a tailor made ‘Vedic Maths teacher training course’ for yourself if the aforementioned tips pique your curiosity enough. Before we conclude this article, let us share some of the key factors that you must consider while finalizing the Vedic Maths trainer for your needs so that we also answer one of the common questions from our teacher community.

If you search online you will find numerous options but its important to evaluate against some key parameters before finalizing the trainer.

Professional Certification: Vedic Maths is an extensive course covering every advanced mathematical topic. The credibility of a tutor is greatly enhanced if they hold a certification from a reputable organization such as vedicmaths.org, as these certifications are impartial.

Teaching Style: You can be sure that this fascinating subject will quickly become boring due to the monotonous teaching style. The tutor must possess the necessary abilities to structure the material and provide the foundational knowledge in a way that maintains the enjoyable aspect throughout.

Passion – The tutor must be passionate about the subject only then he or she can do justice to teaching. So try to find a teacher who loves the subject.

End to end support – Choose a trainer with extensive experience and infrastructure to provide ongoing support beyond the initial training. When you get your first set of students, you'll realize you need help in a variety of areas, including how to provide effective counselling, common challenges faced by students, common questions asked by parents, and so on. Yes, the costs will inevitably rise, but it will be the wise choice.

Before making a final decision, request a trial class so that you can easily assess the trainer's level of passion and teaching style and all the key parameters to make an informed decision.