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 January and once in late July. All other classes are only offered once a year.
1. AP Physics 1(Online class, enrollment is open now,almost full)
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. USA Physics Olympiad F=ma Exam Preparation/C Mechanics : Calculus-based (Online class, enrollment closed)
Session1: Saturdays 9 am – 12 pm (PST) *** full
Session 2: Sundays 4 pm – 7 pm (PST) *** full
Runs from July 26, 2025 – January 2026, students will choose to attend either session 1 or session 2
(27 classes total)
The class prepares students for the USA Physics Olympiad F=ma exam in February 2026 and the AP Physics C: Mechanics Exam in May 2026.
Prerequisites: AP Physics 1 (Must taken from Tang Academy) and Calculus BC (Required to pass a test if not taken from Tang Academy).
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, open for enrollment now)
May 31- June 14, 2025 & July 26-Aug 30, 2025 — Saturdays 4–7 pm (PST) & Tuesdays 5 pm – 8 pm (PST)
Sept 2025 - March 2026 —Saturdays 4 pm – 7 pm (PST)
Runs from late May 2025 – March 2026 (no classes from June 15 to July 25, 2025)
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 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 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
3. AP Physics 1(Online class, open for enrollment in April 2026)
Saturday
9 am – 12 pm (PST)
Runs from July 2026 – January 2027
(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.
2. USAPhO 2nd round Exam Preparation (Online class, open for enrollment in March 2026)
Sundays
4 pm – 7 pm (PST)
Runs from late May 2026 – March 2027 (no classes from June 6 to July 18, 2025)
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 2027. Students who are US Physics Olympiad semi finalists or close to be semi finalists this year in 2026, and have learned or are learning AP Physics C are encouraged to apply. Students with 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.
4. USA Physics Olympiad F=ma Exam Preparation/C Mechanics : Calculus-based (Online class, open for enrollment in April 2026)
Saturdays 4 pm – 7 pm (PST)
Runs from late July 2026 – January 2027
(27 classes total)
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.
Prerequisites: AP Physics 1 (Must taken from Tang Academy) and Calculus BC (recommend take it from Tang Academy; required to pass a test if not taken from Tang Academy).