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“Zurab stands out for his exceptional blend of deep expertise in competitive physics and math and his ability to present complex material in a surprisingly accessible way. He takes the time to understand each boy’s strengths and weaknesses, crafting a personalized study plan that addresses their unique needs.”

— Parent of two competition-math students (coached by Zurab J.)

“I started off not even knowing how to solve most of the problems, but with his guidance I feel a lot more confident and prepared to tackle AIME-type problems.”

— Student preparing for AIME with Ashyrgeldi

“Rather than reciting solutions from the textbook, he guides her to solve the problem herself, gives hints along the way. When I hear her say ‘wow! that’s how it works!’ I know she is learning.”

— Parent of AMC 12 → AIME student

“We are incredibly grateful to have found Oscar. His expertise in competition math is outstanding, and his ability to break down complex concepts into understandable steps has made a significant impact on our son’s learning.”

— Parents of AMC 8/10/12 & AIME student

AMC 8/10/12 Prep with former IMO Medalist Tutors
From struggling in the AMC to AIME in 12 months

Q: How does AIME qualification work?

Roughly the top 5% of AMC 10 and AMC 12 scorers are invited to take the AIME. The exact cutoff varies each year — typically around 100–105 on AMC 10 and 85–90 on AMC 12.

Q: How long does it typically take to go from AMC to AIME?

With consistent 1-on-1 coaching, going from a mid-range AMC 10 score to AIME qualification typically takes 6–12 months of focused preparation, depending on starting level and commitment.

Q: What does a typical tutoring session look like?

Each session is a live 1-on-1 video call. The coach presents problems, guides reasoning through Socratic questioning, and adapts difficulty in real time. Sessions typically cover 4–8 problems with deep discussion of strategies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should my child start AMC prep?

Most students begin AMC 8 preparation in 5th or 6th grade, though motivated younger students can start earlier. For AMC 10/12, starting at least 6–12 months before the exam gives enough time to build problem-solving depth. The earlier a student develops mathematical thinking habits, the stronger their foundation for harder competitions.

What's the difference between AMC 8, 10, and 12?

AMC 8 is for students in grade 8 and below — 25 questions in 40 minutes covering pre-algebra through introductory geometry. AMC 10 and 12 are for students in grades 10 and 12 respectively — 25 questions in 75 minutes at a significantly higher difficulty. AMC 10 excludes some advanced topics (trigonometry, complex numbers, logarithms) that appear on AMC 12. Top scorers on AMC 10/12 qualify for the AIME.

How does AIME qualification work?

Roughly the top 5% of AMC 10 scorers and top 5% of AMC 12 scorers are invited to take the AIME. The exact cutoff varies each year — typically around 100–105 on AMC 10 and 85–90 on AMC 12. AIME is a 15-question, 3-hour exam where every answer is an integer from 000 to 999. A combined AMC + AIME score then determines qualification for USAJMO (from AMC 10) or USAMO (from AMC 12).

How long does it typically take to go from AMC to AIME?

With consistent 1-on-1 coaching, most students see meaningful score improvement within 3–6 months. Going from a mid-range AMC 10 score to AIME qualification typically takes 6–12 months of focused preparation, depending on the student's starting level and commitment. Some students progress faster when they have strong foundational skills and just need to develop competition problem-solving strategies.

What does a typical tutoring session look like?

Each session is a live 1-on-1 video call with your child's coach. The coach presents problems, guides your child through the reasoning using Socratic questioning, and adapts the difficulty in real time. Sessions typically cover 4–8 problems with deep discussion of solution strategies, common traps, and alternative approaches. Homework is assigned between sessions for independent practice.

AMC 8/10/12 Prep with former IMO Medalist Tutors From struggling in the AMC to AIME in 12 months