Classes
Ongoing Sessions
We offer physics classes for many levels. Students (8th – 12th grade) who are interested in AP Physics and the USA Physics Olympiad with strong math and science backgrounds are encouraged to apply. There are five different levels offered:
AP Physics 1* (Algebra-based)
Condensed AP Calculus BC
USA Physics Olympiad F=ma exam preparation (Calculus-based) and AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism (Calculus-based)
USAPhO second round exam preparation (Calculus-based)
*AP Physics 1 is offered twice a year, once in July and once in December. All other classes are only offered once a year.
1. AP Physics 1(Online class, full, enrollment is closed)
Fridays (first 4 classes in January 2026)
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm (PST)
Tuesdays (2 classes in April 2026)
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm (PST)
Saturdays (remaining 18 classes from February to early June 2026)
9 am – 12 pm (PST)
Runs from January 9, 2026 – June 6, 2026
(24 classes total)
This class prepares students for the AP Physics 1 exam and covers all content required by the College Board. It is a prerequisite for the F=ma preparatory classes. Students (8th – 10th graders) who are interested in AP Physics and the US Physics Olympiad with strong math and science backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Prerequisite: Geometry & Algebra II.
3. AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism (Online class, Open for enrollment now)
Sundays
4 pm – 7 pm (PST)
Runs from February 15, 2026 – May 10, 2026
(16 classes total)
This class prepares students for the AP Physics C E&M Exam and covers all content required by the College Board. Students will be ready for the Exam on May 15, 2025. AP Physics C is the prerequisite of Dr. Tang’s USAPhO 2nd round preparation class.
Prerequisites: both AP Physics 1 and Calculus BC or AP Physics C Mechanics
Upcoming Sessions
2. Condensed AP Calculus BC class (Online class, open for enrollment now)
Start Date: February 8, 2026 or choose a later start date that suits you
End Date: concludes on May 31, 2026, for students attending one class per week. Students have the option to complete the course by May 31, or extend it until July 15, 2026, in time for Dr. Tang’s F=ma/AP Physics C Mechanics class.
Total classes: 17
Format: Pre-recorded video lectures
Prerequisites: Pre-calculus or Algebra II AND at least AP Physics 1 from Tang Academy.
This class focuses on limits, differentiation, integration, as well as applications of these concepts. It is the prerequisite for Dr. Tang’s USA Physics Olympiad F=ma Exam Calculus-based preparation class, AP Physics C E&M class, and USAPhO 2nd round preparation class..
*** New format: This course specifically designed for students who value a flexible and self-paced learning environment; it is conducted entirely through pre-recorded video lectures, with direct support from Dr. Tang via email.
4. USAPhO 2nd round Exam Preparation (Online class, full, enrollment is closed)
Runs from late May 2025 – March 2026
Prerequisites: AP Physics C Mechanics & AP Physics C E&M
This class prepares students for the USAPhO Exam, the second round of the USA Physics Olympiad, in April 2026. Students who are US Physics Olympiad semi finalists or close to be semi finalists this year in 2025, and have learned or are learning AP Physics C are encouraged to apply. Students with AP Physics 1 and Calculus BC who would like to learn Thermodynamics, Optics, and Modern Physics may also join early parts of the class. Current students in Dr. Tang's AP Physics C E&M class are qualified to join the class.
1. AP Physics 1(Online class) — Enrollment Opens: April 2026
Days: Saturday to Sunday
Time Commitment: Students must allocate time between 5 am PST on Saturday and 7 pm PST on Sunday to complete the weekly 3-hours class.
Course Duration: Runs from July 18, 2026 – December 2026
Total Classes: 24 sessions (3 hours each)
Class Format: Pre-recorded video lectures
Prerequisite: Geometry & Algebra II.
This class prepares students for the AP Physics 1 exam, covering all content outlined by the College Board. It is a prerequisite for the F=ma preparatory classes. Students in grades 8 to11 with a strong math and science background and are interested in AP Physics and the US Physics Olympiad are encouraged to apply.
3. US Physics Olympiad F=ma Exam Preparation/AP Physics C Mechanics : Calculus-based (Online class) — Enrollment opens: April 2026
Course Duration: Runs from July 18, 2026 – January 2027
Total Classes: 27
Session 1: Days: Saturday - Sunday
Schedule: Students must allocate time between 5 am PST on Saturday and 7 pm PST on Sunday to complete the weekly 3-hours class.
Duration: 17 classes (3 hours each, July 18, 2026 - November 2026)
Format: Pre-recorded video lectures
Session 2: Days and Time: Saturdays 4 pm – 7 pm PST
Duration: 10 classes (3 hours each, November 2026 – January 2027)
Format: To be determined
Note: Students must complete Session 1 to enroll in Session 2. Students who took the F=ma class in the previous year may skip session 1.
Prerequisites: AP Physics 1 (Must be taken from Tang Academy) and Calculus BC (recommend to be taken at Tang Academy; students who did not take it at Tang Academy are required to pass a placement test)
The class prepares students for the USA Physics Olympiad F=ma exam in February 2027 and the AP Physics C: Mechanics Exam in May 2027.
Enroll Now and Take Your Physics Skills to the Next Level!
2. USAPhO 2nd round Exam Preparation (Online class) — Enrollement opens: April 2026)
This comprehensive online course consists of four sessions designed to prepare students for the USAPhO Exam, the 2nd round of the US Physics Olympiad, taking place in April 2027.
Session 1: Thermodynamics, Oscillations, Waves and Sound, Optics
Duration: 13 classes (3 hours each, May 27 - June 14; July 15 - August 6, 2026; no classes from June 15 to July 14, 2026)
Session 2: Relativity and Modern Physics
Duration: 8 classes (3 hours each, August 8, 2026 - September 13, 2026)
Session 3: Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism Review
Duration: 14 classes (3 hours each, September 19, 2026 - January 3, 2027)
Session 4: Overall Review
Duration: 9 classes (3 hours each, January 17 - March 21, 2027)
Class Format: Pre-recorded video lectures for Session 1, 2, and 3; Format for Session 4 to be determined.
Prerequisites: Completion of AP Physics C Mechanics & AP Physics C Electricity &Magnetism.