COACHING STAFF

Tom Zapf
Head Coach / Instructor

Tom began training in 1999 at the Cincinnati Academy of Martial Arts. Tom was exposed to a myriad of martial art techniques including, Boxing, Muay Thai Kickboxing, JKD concepts and sub grappling while training at CAMA. In 2003, Tom started Fusion MMA with the intention of offering Cincinnati it's first Mixed Martial Arts training gym. Tom quickly gained the respect and attention of the mixed martial arts community by training aspiring mixed martial artists to compete in local MMA promotions. Tom's light hearted yet professional coaching style has led to many team victories and championships under the CMMA and Fusion MMA banner.

Doug Keefe
Coach / Instructor

Doug came to Fusion as a wrestler. Wrestling in HS, and also at UC, Doug really sharpens the wrestling technique of every student who trains at Fusion. In addition to his wresting game, Doug has trained extensively under Dahei Hale, a certified Muay Thai instuctor, as well as over seas in Thailand, the motherland of Muay Thai Kickboxing. Doug is a student of the art of combat and enjoys coaching. He is proficient at ensuring that every fighter at Fusion is well conditioned and ready to do battle.

ASSISTANT COACHING STAFF

Jeff Welge (3 years +)	Jeff has been with Fusion for three long and dedicated years. Always attentive, Jeff demonstrates a professional attitude, yet he is light hearted enough to not take himself to seriously. Jeff enjoys motivating and preparing the Fusion Fight Team whenever any team member has a fight approaching. Jeff displays a strong sense of discipline while training, and seems to always be one of the last people to leave the gym. Fusion MMA appreciates having an assistant coach such as Jeff, for without him, the structure would suffer greatly.
Clint Eastman (3 years +)	Clint joined Fusion MMA in mid 2007. Clint is a cool guy with an infectious positive attitude, who always goes out of his way to enthusiastically greet new students. With a background in wrestling, Clint has become well versed in the Fusion MMA curriculum. Clint has a very technical standup game, and is always willing to lend a hand, or join in the fray of training when preparing students for competition. Fusion MMA is fortunate to have dedicated assistant instructors such as Clint.
Chris White	Chris joined Fusion MMA in 2006, and has remained dedicated for over 3 years. Chris excels in every area of training, but he particularly favors his ground game complimented by a tight rubber guard and a dangerous half guard. Chris is a laid back and low-key kind of guy, who brings a disciplined approach to training, and is always helping to tweak and fine tune every student's technique. Chris has competed for Fusion MMA in local MMA and grappling tournaments.