Landau Tzou
Silver Achievement
Name: Landau Tzou
School: Saint Francis High School
City: Saratoga, CA
Anzan Level: 5 Dan
Length of Learning: 9 years
Contest Results:
2022 All-USA Calculation Contest Silver Prize,
2022 Correspondence Test Bronze,
2024 All-USA Calculation Test Silver Prize
Scholarly Achievements:
I researched machine-learning, specifically electrical vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles, at NASA Ames. I also competed at TSA Teams, placing 12th overall in the state, qualifying for nationals.
Social Achievements:
Accumulated over 150 hours of service in volunteering as a summer camp counselor and various food banks.
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Athletic Awards:
USAWKF Junior National Wushu Team Athlete ('19-'25);
represented USA at: Traditional World Kung Fu Championships ('19)—1x Bronze, 1x Silver;
Pan American Wushu Championships ('22 and '24)—2x Bronze, 5x Silver, 1x Gold;
Golden State International Wushu Championships ('22 and '23)—9x Gold, 1x Silver, All Around 1st
Testimonial
Learning the abacus has been a wonderful experience. Beyond strengthening my mental math skills—and the advantages they bring at school—it has also sharpened my work ethic, focus, and discipline, qualities that carry over into every area of my life. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow through abacus.