Phil Robinson

Phil Robinson is the principal instructor and founder of the Daolin Centre, he practises, teaches and continues his study of Tai Chi, Qigong and Kung Fu on a daily basis. As part of his Kung Fu training Phil has also studied Daoist and Buddhist philosophies, anatomy, physiology and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Phil has studied several styles of Tai Chi but his formal training has been mostly in Chen Style, the original form of Tai Chi. His Kung Fu training has also been in various styles including Traditional Shaolin Forms, Hung Gar, Long Fist and Eagle Claw.

Phil has trained with some of the greatest martial artists in the world including; Master Liming Yue, Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei, Master Zhangdong Wu, Chen Juan and Grandmaster Wu Bin.

Phil is a qualified instructor certified to teach Tai Chi and Kung Fu. He is an approved instructor of Chen Style certified by the Manchester Tai Chi Centre. He is also a certified instructor member of the Tai Chi Union of Great Britain and The International Black Belt Association. Phil has completed many courses and many years of training in Kung Fu and he is also a certified instructor of Kung Fu Fitness. Phil is fully insured to teach Tai Chi, Kung Fu and Combat sports.