From the Passive Participant to the First Place Most Fit Female in the 90-Day Challenge
Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts Manhasset student Sandra Tylipakis shares her story of how martial arts helped her grow in every aspect of her life and become a better mother Never did I foresee myself taking up a sport like martial arts. You could say that I was more like your everyday- Zumba-kinda-gal. But after […]
Losing Baby Weight in the 90-Day Challenge: Yes, It’s Possible
Denise Tura, a first-place most improved female on the 90-Day Challenge, shares how enrolling in martial arts helped her lose baby weight while gaining a healthier lifestyle and an extended family Ask every mother you know, and they’ll confirm: losing baby weight is a challenge. Every woman deserves to be treated like an absolute […]
When Legos and Bare Knuckle Boxing Collide: Meet Jimmie Rivera!
When you hear the name Jimmie Rivera, you’ll probably think about El Terror and his impressive stretch of winning 20 of 21 consecutive matches. Jimmie Rivera is a professional mixed martial arts fighter, owner and instructor at Tiger Schulmann’s Short Hills. Like many kids, he grew up watching Ninja Turtles and The Karate Kid and, at […]
Running for Life
To commemorate the 15th Anniversary of the opening of Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts Smithtown, owner Sensei James Leonelli and a group of his students and staff participated in the “5k to End Addiction” which sponsors a charity called Hope House Ministries. Hope House is leading the fight against addiction on Long Island, NY. “I […]
I get to decide who I want to be
Watch Jaclyn’s inspirational story When Life Gets Better by filmmaker Sam Rivera. Tiger Schulmann’s student, Jaclyn, shares her story of how kickboxing training helped her fight severe mood disorder. If you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, I want you to know that you are not alone. I’ve been there. I know how you feel. […]
My Son Struggled With Autism, Bullying, And Insecurities, But TSK Helped Him Grow to a Strong Young Adult
We sat down with Kim, who, along with her son (Nick) attends Tiger Schulmann’s kickboxing classes. She wanted to share their story in the hopes that it will help others, particularly children on the autism spectrum. I still remember that day 9 years ago, as if it was yesterday. I walked into Tiger Schulmann’s […]