Amy YangPersonal
Some of my many hobbies
Endurance Sports
I've fallen in love with endurance sports and being outside in nature. Pushing myself this way reminds me that my body is more capable than I think, and that I can get past whatever doubts my mind throws at me. I just did my first full Ironman triathlon and first ultramarathon in 2026!
Snowboarding
Growing up in New Jersey, we were a skiing family and went at least once a year. In college I picked up snowboarding and have gone every season since! There's something so freeing about flying down the slopes.
3D origami
Ever since I was introduced to 3D origami in middle school, I've been hooked. Turning paper into 3D art fascinates me, despite the inevitable paper cuts. It's also my way of bringing my love for Pokémon to life!
Music
I was surrounded by music from a young age, playing piano, violin, clarinet, and bass clarinet. In elementary school I would "force" my brothers to help me put on concerts at home for my parents. I enjoy all kinds of music, but my favorite is classical, on both piano and violin.
Chinese Diabolo and Chinese Dragon Dance
Embracing my culture, I volunteer teaching Chinese diabolo and dragon dance. I performed traditional Chinese dance from a young age and love sharing it with people who haven't seen it before. I hope to inspire the younger generation to be proud of their heritage!
Volunteering
2024 to present
Philly NeuroArts Network
A Philadelphia network that connects people of all neurologic abilities with the arts, through music, movement, painting, and poetry.
2016 to 2024
Songbird Youth Volunteer Group
A New Jersey youth group that performs music at senior centers, hospitals, and food kitchens, and runs food and toy drives.
Teaching
Tutoring
I've been tutoring since 2016 and find it super rewarding to help students understand concepts. I've taught everything from Mandarin to elementary school subjects to standardized test prep, and I've helped both domestic and international students with their college applications.