Phoenix Taekwon-do & Kickboxing Renfrewshire

Phoenix Taekwon-do & Kickboxing Renfrewshire Learn a holistic approach to self-defence, sport, fitness and the dynamic martials art of Tae Kwon Do and Kickboxing Scottish national coach 2007-2013.

First of all, Thank You for checking out Phoenix taekwon-do Renfrew. Anyone who is interested in learning a new martial art will want to know about the people who will teach them, right? Well, here goes:

Master Scott McMillan - Senior instructor and founder of Phoenix Taekwon-do in 2001.
6th Dan black belt in taekwon-do, with over 40yrs training in martial arts (33yrs in taekwon-do). Scott has al

so studied karate, hapkido, kickboxing & krav maga. Former World champion, with multiple domestic titles - British, Scottish, Welsh & English. Having coached multiple world champions, Scott was inducted into the UK Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2023. He is also the author of the book "Our way - Beginners/ intermediate guide to sparring"

Kev Wyllie. Kev is a taekwon-do black belt and has almost 40 years experience in martial arts (which began due to being bullied at school) including karate, aikido, muay thai & kickboxing and has many years of practical experience & training in the military & security industry. He has several taekwon-do Scottish championship Gold & top 3 medals and has achieved top 3 medals in the World championships 2023, English & British championships and also in Scottish & international kickboxing competitions. Yes, we still compete, but you don't have to, unless you really want to. So we, as your instructors, not only know how you feel as you think about making this change, but leading by example is at the core of everything we teach and we will be here to support you through every step of your journey to become the best version of you.

13/06/2026

Everyone at Phoenix taekwondo wishes Team Scotland good luck in the football World Cup. To help lift the spirits, here's a wee throwback to last July, when Mr Wyllie, and the Paisley & District RBL pipe band led over 300 Scottish fighters (including 67 from Phoenix) at the start of our own World Championship.

13/06/2026

Well done to all our students who smashed their colour belt grading last weekend! Continuing our 100% success rate, you guys were awesome!

Folks, today is set to be the hottest day of the year so far, which means tonight’s training session is going to be a sw...
25/05/2026

Folks, today is set to be the hottest day of the year so far, which means tonight’s training session is going to be a sweaty one! To perform at your best and train safely, you need to start preparing right now.
When you train in high heat, your body relies heavily on sweating to keep your core temperature down. If you start class even slightly dehydrated, your energy levels drop, your reaction times slow down, and you risk heat cramps or exhaustion.
Here is what you need to do today:
Hydrate NOW, not later: Don't wait until you get to class to start drinking water. Hydration is a slow process. Sip water consistently throughout the day so your body is fully prepped before you step onto the mats.
Bring extra fluids tonight: Please bring much more water than you normally would. A single small bottle won't cut it tonight.
Consider electrolytes: If you have sports drinks or electrolyte tablets, bring them along to help replace the essential salts you'll lose through sweat.
Let's look after ourselves and each other so we can have a great, safe session tonight. See you all on the mats—don't forget your extra water!

25/05/2026

Meet the Team Behind the Champions!
At Phoenix TaeKwon-Do & Korean Kickboxing, we don't just teach martial arts—we build stronger, more confident individuals. And it all starts with our world-class instructor team!
Whether you are looking to learn vital real-life self-defence, get in the best shape of your life, or step onto the competitive stage, you are learning from some of the best in the business.
Master Scott McMillan – 6th Degree Black Belt.
Founder & Senior Instructor
With 40+yrs martial-arts training and over 25+ years of teaching experience, Master McMillan is a former World Champion and spent 7 years as the National Coach of Scotland, leading the team to a European Team Title. Inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame, his ethos is simple: to guide every single student to reach their full potential.
Kev Wyllie – 2nd Degree Black Belt
Instructor & Competitive Powerhouse
Bringing over 40+ years of martial arts experience, that started due to being bullied, Kev is a current Scottish Champion and World Championship bronze medallist who is still actively competing and winning at international levels. As a 16-year security industry and Scots Guards veteran, Kev brings unparalleled, real-world self-defence expertise to the mats.
A Proven Track Record of Excellence:
When you train with Phoenix, you are joining a legacy of success. Together, our instructors have produced:
120+ Black Belts coached from the ground up.
Phoenix has produced dozens of Champions dominating at World, British, Scottish, English, Irish, and Welsh levels, bringing home hundreds of medals - with a team of instructors who lead from the front. Still competing, still winning after all these years.
Real-life self-defence skills that build unstoppable real-world confidence.
From a bullied child to a champion, or a beginner to a Master, everyone's journey has a starting point. Let us help you start yours!
Start your journey today!
Classes are open from 7yrs-adults and all skill levels. Come down, meet Scott and Kev, and see what the Phoenix community is all about.
Call us: 07885 772577
www.phoenixtaekwondo.com

22/05/2026

A martial arts class without its values is just a room where people learn how to punch and kick.

Tonight in Glasgow, a small moment reminded me of why the mental side of training matters just as much as the physical. When some of our beginners were asked what Taekwon-Do is all about, they immediately said: "Fighting."
It’s a totally natural answer. When you first start out, the physical stuff is what you notice most. But true Taekwon-Do is about growing on the inside. We teach students how to be strong so that they have the confidence and maturity to choose peace out in the world.

That growth is built on five simple but powerful ideas:
Courtesy (Ye Ui): Having great manners and showing genuine respect to everyone you meet.

Integrity (Yom Chi): Doing the right thing simply because it’s right—even when no one is watching you.

Perseverance (In Nae): Not giving up when things get tough, shaking off mistakes, and trying again.

Self-Control (Guk Gi): Being the boss of your own body, actions, and temper.

Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool): Having the bravery to stand up for what is right, even if you're standing alone.

To our new students: it is completely okay if you don't fully get this yet. We all start at the beginning. But as you keep showing up and training, I hope you’ll see that the most important goals we achieve aren't trophies or belts, they are the ways we improve ourselves as people. 🥋✨

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Mondays/Renfrew Leisure Centre. Wednesdays/Trinity High School
Renfrew
PA48PL

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Monday 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Wednesday 6pm - 8pm

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+447885772577

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