Jump Ahead of the USACO Curve.
Don't just learn to code: learn to compete. Work directly with an ICPC World Finalist and active Codeforces Grandmaster to fast-track your algorithmic mastery. From advanced foundations to USACO Platinum, get the rigorous 1-on-1 coaching needed to secure a definitive edge for elite CS college admissions.
OUR MISSION
To educate the next generation of computer scientists
Our goal is to provide premier algorithmic programming coaching, and teach our students the study of algorithms and data structures. We focus on helping high school students prepare for the prestigious USA Computing Olympiad.
Learn With Your Coach
Every session is taught personally by Kevin Yang. Get started today!
ICPC World Finalist
USACO Platinum
Codeforces Grandmaster
Recursive Dragon USACO Promotions
Since July 2022
33
Bronze → Silver
14
Silver → Gold
6
Gold → Platinum
1
Platinum → Camp
Coaching Programs
Programs are priced by the student's current USACO division and the outcome we're targeting — not by the hour. Every program includes the full support system below. Students move to the next program tier upon promotion.
COACHING PROGRAM
Silver → Gold
Weekly 1-on-1 sessions
Full support program included
Starting at $1,500 / month
Every program includes:
Discord access with a 24-hour weekday response SLA (up to 5 substantive threads per week)
Mock contests on our custom automated grading engine, calibrated to your student's division and spaced across the term — each followed by a guided live upsolve
Next-session upsolve support on any problem the student is stuck on
Weekly executive report to the parent: what we covered, position against plan, score trajectory, and focus for the week ahead
Shared progress tracker for student, parent, and coach: score history, topic-by-topic mastery, and mock contest results
End-of-term written trajectory review and readiness assessment
Meet Your Coach
Every session is taught personally by Kevin Yang — ICPC World Finalist, USACO Platinum, and active Codeforces Grandmaster, currently at Columbia University.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Tell me more about the USA Computing Olympiad, and why I should participate?
The USACO is the most prestigious high school programming contest in the United States, and experience in it is highly valued by colleges and tech companies. Additionally, it's the ideal way to hone your mathematical reasoning and coding skills at the same time!
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How do we get started?
Start with a free consultation — a call between the coach and you, the parent. We'll discuss your student's current division, competition history, and goals, and determine which program is the right fit before any commitment is made.
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What is unique about Recursive Dragon?
Every student works directly with the same coach, an ICPC World Finalist and active Codeforces Grandmaster, rather than being assigned to whichever tutor is available. The goal isn't just to teach coding skills, but to build real problem-solving method: proof-level correctness and disciplined debugging, not pattern matching. Learn more about your coach.
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What resources does Recursive Dragon provide outside of class?
We strongly believe that learning never stops. Every program includes Discord access to your coach with a 24-hour weekday response SLA, so students can request help or clarifications in our official Discord server if they have questions about a homework problem or a concept covered in a session.
Testimonials and Case Studies
CASE STUDY
"After starting 1-on-1 coaching, this student rapidly bypassed the Silver and Gold divisions. Through intensive algorithmic training and contest simulations, they secured their USACO Platinum promotion in just under three seasons. They are currently preparing for USACO Camp Qualification."
Anonymous — High School Freshman
TESTIMONIAL
"My coach and I worked through various Gold topics, as well as Platinum topics. He is a very patient and friendly person, and an amazing role model. Moreover, he is great at explaining difficult problems with clear diagrams and examples, and is passionate about the topics that he teaches. I grew as a programmer, and better understood many advanced topics with his coaching!"
Charlotte (New York City, NY)
USACO Gold student
TESTIMONIAL
"Recursive Dragon helped solidify my ability to create efficient algorithms using Python, especially with prefix sums and dynamic programming. Eventually, my coach helped me transition seamlessly from USACO Bronze to Silver, where I've learned a lot of new concepts and solved a lot of cow problems."
Woojin (San Jose, CA)
USACO Bronze student