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AP Physics 1, 2 & C, Demystified

AP Physics 1 and 2 test reasoning more than formulas: explaining why, comparing scenarios, and designing experiments. We have tutored 80+ AP Physics students, and the ones who do best learn to explain their thinking in words, not just in equations.

During the school year, a tutor works from your student's class assignments and tests. In the spring, sessions shift to AP exam practice with timed multiple choice and free-response questions. Sessions are 1-on-1, online from anywhere, with written feedback after each one.

Online AP Physics tutoring anywhere in the U.S., plus in person in San Diego, the Bay Area, Denver, and Salt Lake City.

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AP Physics 1 and 2

How We Prepare Students for the AP Physics Exams

Reasoning, Not Just Formulas

Practice explaining answers in words and comparing scenarios, the skills the exam scores most.

Free-Response Practice

Experimental design and qualitative-quantitative questions, written out and reviewed with feedback.

Spring Exam Review

Timed practice in the weeks before the exam, focused on the units that need it most.

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Why Us

Why Choose Our AP Physics Tutors

1, 2 & C

Algebra-based AP Physics 1 & 2 and calculus-based Physics C, matched to your course.

Free-Response Ready

We coach the explanation and diagram skills that earn full credit on FRQs.

Physicists & Engineers

Tutors who know the exam and can make tough concepts intuitive.

Exam Strategy

Timed practice builds pacing and confidence for test day.

How online ap physics sessions work

  • Live on Zoom, one tutor with one student, camera on.
  • Shared whiteboard for working problems and diagrams together in real time.
  • Bring the homework: share the screen to go over assignments or practice tests.
  • Notes and feedback: students keep the notes, and the tutor writes feedback after every session.

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Meet Our Tutors

A Few Of Our AP Physics Tutors

Arian, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Arian A.

5.0session rating
San Diego, CA
Online In-Person
Physics

Arian has over 6 years of tutoring experience in physics, math, computer science, and engineering, and holds a bachelor's degree in Physics from UCLA.

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Arani, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Arani A.

5.0session rating
San Jose, CA
Online In-Person
Physics

Arani has 8 years of tutoring experience and holds a BA in Physics and Applied Mathematics and an MS in Applied Physics.

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Tony, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Tony W.

5.0session rating
Berkeley, CA
Online In-Person
Physics

Tony has two years of tutoring experience and is a graduate student in Mechanical Engineering, teaching math and physics through AP and college levels.

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Victor, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Victor C.

5.0session rating
Coronado, CA
Online In-Person
Physics

Victor has 7 years as a university math instructor and over 20 years of one-on-one tutoring experience.

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What We Cover

AP Physics Topics We Cover

The AP Physics topics we cover.

AP Physics 1, 2 & C

AP Physics Tutoring by Location

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A Parent's Question

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Tell us the subject and level, and we'll show you tutors matched to it, with their profiles and reviews. You choose the tutor and the time, and your first hour is free. Prefer a recommendation? Call us and we'll suggest a great fit.

Frequently Asked Questions

AP Physics 1 covers mechanics: motion, forces, energy, momentum, and rotation. AP Physics 2 covers fluids, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Both are algebra-based and emphasize explaining reasoning.

A good time to start is when the first unit test goes worse than expected, often in the fall. Starting early helps a student build habits for setting up problems before the harder units arrive. Exam-focused review usually begins in the spring.

Yes. Online sessions use a shared whiteboard for diagrams and problem work, and families anywhere in the U.S. can book.

Your tutor starts by pinpointing exactly where you're getting stuck, then builds a personalized plan to close those gaps and build real understanding, not just homework answers. Every session is one-on-one and tailored to how you learn.

Your first hour of tutoring is completely free, no commitment required. Browse our tutors, find the one who best fits your needs, and book your first session right here on the website. Prefer to have us handle it? Call us at (801) 508-4080 and we'll match you with a great tutor and book your first hour for you. Either way, you only continue if you're happy, it's how we let the quality of our tutors speak for itself.
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Tutoring starts at only $60/hour! Your exact rate depends on a few things: whether you meet online or in-person, whether it's an academic subject or SAT/ACT test prep, which tutor you work with (some cost more than others), and whether you pay as you go or buy a package, bulk hours come at a discount. After your free first hour we'll put together a plan that fits your goals and budget. The easiest way to start is to create an account and set up your free first session online in minutes, or just call or text us at (801) 508-4080.
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Your first session is free! After that, we keep a credit card on file and charge it as each session is completed, with no large upfront payment and no long-term contract. If you'd like to save, our academic tutoring offers a discounted 10-hour Honor Roll package, paid up front; its hours never expire and can be shared by any student in your family. Our SAT and ACT prep is sold in packages of 12, 24, or 48 hours, with a lower per-hour rate the more hours you buy. For SAT and ACT prep you can also spread the cost over 12 months with our financing option through Affirm.

Last updated September 2026

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