Taekwondo school incorporating all aspects of Taekwondo from both ITF & WT. Formed By Phill Zdybel in 2024 after handing over the reins of Geelong Taekwondo to his two senior Black belts, Andrew Watkins (a professional teacher) and his son Joshua to Jointly manage and operate together. Phill Zdybel:
Phill Zdybel is a highly accomplished martial artist and fitness professional dedicated to empowe
ring communities through the disciplines of taekwondo, strength and conditioning, fitness, boxing, and kickboxing. With a mission to bring these transformative practices to the rural areas of Yarriambiack and Buloke Shires, Phill is creating opportunities for individuals of all ages to enhance their physical and mental well-being. Phill’s impressive career is highlighted by numerous achievements:
• ITF Hall of Fame Inductee for his outstanding contributions as an International Ambassador in martial arts.
• Winner of multiple World Championship medals, representing Australia in sparring and power breaking events.
• National Team Head Coach for Australia at the 2018 ITF World Championships in Argentina and for the Netherlands at the 2022 ITF World Championships.
• Special Needs Coaching Advocate, leading mixed-ability athletes to achieve dual gold medal victories on the world stage.
• Pioneer in integrating ITF and WT styles, fostering inclusivity and collaboration in martial arts.
• Advocate for fitness and well-being, offering expertise beyond taekwondo to include strength and conditioning, boxing, and kickboxing. Phill’s personal story is one of resilience and inspiration. After suffering a coronary artery aneurysm during a recreational basketball game in November 2022., he collapsed and went into cardiac arrest, being clinically dead for 28 minutes, Phill embraced a renewed purpose to share his passion for health, fitness, and martial arts with others. In 2023, his determination and hard work took him to the ITF World Championships in Korea, where he achieved remarkable success, earning a silver medal in sparring and a bronze medal in Tul. In Yarriambiack Shire (Warracknabeal & Woomelang) and Buloke Shire (Donald), Phill is spearheading initiatives to introduce martial arts and fitness programs designed to build confidence, foster resilience, and create a sense of community. His workshops, classes, and events are tailored to be inclusive and welcoming, ensuring everyone has the chance to grow and thrive. Phill Zdybel is not just an accomplished martial artist and coach—his life experience enables him to act as a leader, mentor, and community builder. His vision for Yarriambiack and Buloke Shires is one of strength, unity, and growth through the transformative power of mindset, physical fitness and martial arts
Classes are for all ages and all abilities. Adapted Taekwon-do for specials need is catered for and incorporated into our mainstream classes. Typical Class Could Include an Education & Training In. Kicking & Boxing, Wrestling & Grappling, Balance & Focus, Coordination, Stick Fighting, Knife Defence, Strength & Endurance, Patterns (Tul & Taegeuk),
Special Techniques, Power, Adaptability & Problem Solving
Instructor is internationally and AQF qualified not just in house
Private, Semiprivate or Group Lessons
Bookings are required
