Torah That Resonates

For over two decades, Rabbi Ettinger has uplifted talmidim with his clarity, sincerity, and profound Torah insight. His boundless dedication to each talmid’s success—both in learning and in life—has forged deep, lasting connections that endure well beyond their Yeshiva years. Through his shiurim, personal warmth, and genuine care, Rabbi Ettinger has also played a vital role in building and strengthening the broader community, fostering Torah growth, unity, and inspiration.

As the founder and Rosh Yeshiva of YZP’s Bais Medrash, he has infused the Yeshiva with energy, hasmadah, and genuine excitement in learning. His shiurim are lively, demanding, and deeply engaging — true milchamta shel Torah in action. Under his guidance, the Bais Medrash has become the heart of the Yeshiva, elevating the entire mesivta through its example of dedication and achrayus.

Rabbi Hoschander is an alumnus of Yeshiva Tiferes Yisroel in Brooklyn. He then learned in Yeshiva Chofetz Chaim in Yerushalayim for two years, followed by eleven years in the Chofetz Chaim Yeshiva in Kew Gardens Hills under Rav Henoch Leibowitz zt"l, where he developed a close kesher with Rav Dovid Harris shlit"a.

He served as a Rosh Chabura in Kollel Ner Dovid, became a Rebbi in Mesivta Chofetz Chaim, and later Sgan Menahel at Mesivta Tiferet Torah before joining YZP in 2011. For the past fourteen years, Rabbi Hoschander has guided talmidim with steady care, clarity, and thoughtful direction. Together with Rabbi Avi Friedman, he delivers one of the Yeshiva’s 10th–11th grade iyun shiurim, focusing on depth, precision, and the unique geshmak that comes from mastering a sugya.

Rabbi Friedman’s wisdom and genuine care draw out the best in every talmid.  He has a unique gift for connecting with different types of talmidim while keeping shiurim serious, lively, and engaging. He takes great pride in teaching the skills and confidence necessary to learn independently, helping talmidim develop into thoughtful bnei Torah. An extremely talented mechanech, Rabbi Friedman is a driving force in shaping the Yeshiva's character, standards, and success.

A respected Rov, Talmid Chochom,  and community leader, Rabbi Kohn’s wisdom and hadrachah are sought by talmidim and families alike. His Brisker derech halimud and deep Torah clarity define his shiur, inspiring serious learning and authentic personal growth. Years after graduation, talmidim return—often with families of their own—to seek his advice and reconnect with the Rebbi whose influence endures.