Tiger Schulmann’s is proud to announce the November’s Instructor of the Month:
Sensei Scott Zapfel of TSMMA Wayne!

Alison from the Wayne school had this to say:

I am nominating Sensei Zapfel because of his ability to inspire his students to achieve success in all that they aspire to do. He has given me and many others the tools we need in order to accomplish our goals. Some of those goals include, but are not limited to, mastering a technique, applying the self discipline needed to achieve success on and off the mat, self motivation, getting first place in competitions, and receiving one's black belt. If you had asked me when I first began classes in Wayne, I would have never imagined that I could receive my black belt. My husband and I were somewhat overweight and began the classes to lose weight for our wedding that was 2 months away. I thought I would die after the first class and many classes after that, but with Sensei's attitude toward the sport and his encouragement, I lost the 20 lbs and I achieved my black belt in a year and 8 months. Much to my surprise, I grew to love mixed martial arts. With more of Sensei Zapfel's encouragement, I began furthering my MMA knowledge by training to be a Joshu. I was able to bring my love of teaching children (my current profession) into Tiger Schulmann's and learn how to apply my skills to teach others. Becoming pregnant and having my first child have prevented me from finishing my Joshu test (I only had the practical left to take) but I am sure, with Sensei's encouragement, I will get back to it soon. If Sensei Zapfel could do this for me in the short time I have known him, then I can't imagine what he has done for countless others. I can't wait for my daughter to begin classes under his teaching; it will change her life in many ways and teach her many practical skills. TSMMA of Wayne is not only a school it is a family and I am proud to be part of Sensei Zapfel's TSMMA family.

Tyler wrote in:

I am nominating my instructor, Sensei Zapfel, because he pushes me to be my best, and teaches me that I should never give up on anything that I do!
He teaches me to push beyond my limits...and ROCK THE HOUSE! Quitters never win! He teaches us about how to handle bullies, and to never use our skills on anyone, unless you have to! He is funny, encouraging, and wise. He teaches us about life and that sometimes we will need to stand up for ourselves. He teaches us that we need to believe in ourselves and in everything that we do...courage under fire...be your own person! He teaches us different techniques in martial arts, and does not move on until everyone does it correctly. My Sensei challenges me, encourages me and believes in me! If I focus on what I believe in, and believe in myself I will go far!

Adi is a person of few words, but still gets the point across:

Sensei Zapfel from my school in Wayne is very motivating! He always makes everyone feel better and he makes classes fun and challenging.