Family owned and operated in Penrith for over 20 years, Emerald Dragon Martial Arts provides authentic martial arts training focused on confidence, discipline, wellbeing and personal growth.
MARTIAL ARTS IS A PATHWAY TO UNLOCKING HUMAN POTENTIAL.
At Emerald Dragon Martial Arts, we believe martial arts training develops far more than physical skill. Through consistent practice, students build confidence, discipline, resilience, focus and personal growth that extends into everyday life.
Our goal is to provide authentic martial arts training in a supportive environment where children and adults can grow physically, mentally and emotionally.
Confidence • Discipline • Resilience • Community • Growth
OUR STORY
A FAMILY-OWNED MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY BUILT ON COMMUNITY, GROWTH & AUTHENTIC TRAINING.
Emerald Dragon Martial Arts has been family owned and operated in Penrith for over 20 years.
Founded by Sifu David Greenland and supported by his wife Li and son Riley, the academy was built to create a welcoming and structured martial arts environment where students of all ages can grow in confidence, discipline and wellbeing.
Blending authentic martial arts traditions with modern coaching, Emerald Dragon Martial Arts focuses on helping students unlock their potential through supportive training, strong community and personal development.
MEET THE TEAM
EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS. SUPPORTIVE GUIDANCE.
SIFU DAVID GREENLAND (Shi Xing Ao)
Founder & Chief Instructor
MARTIAL ARTS BACKGROUND
Sifu David Greenland is a long-time martial arts instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience in Penrith. His training includes traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi and combat martial arts, combining authentic martial arts traditions with modern coaching methods focused on confidence, discipline and personal growth.
As a disciple of Shaolin Grandmaster Shi De Yang, Sifu David’s teaching is strongly influenced by authentic Shaolin martial arts philosophy and structured long-term development.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
“Lead with the Mind, and the Body will follow.”
Sifu David believes martial arts training develops far more than physical skill. His teaching focuses on helping students build confidence, resilience, self-discipline, focus and self-defence ability through supportive and authentic training.
PERSONAL APPROACH
With a combination of disciplined and supportive coaching, Sifu David creates a welcoming environment where students of all ages and experience levels feel encouraged to grow in confidence, skill and personal development while building lifelong habits both on and off the training floor.
SIFU RILEY GREENLAND (Shi Yong Li)
Head Coach
MARTIAL ARTS BACKGROUND
Having grown up training within Emerald Dragon Martial Arts from a young age, Sifu Riley Greenland combines lifelong martial arts experience with a modern and energetic coaching approach. His background includes traditional Shaolin martial arts training, striking and practical self-defence skills developed through years of dedicated practice and teaching.
As a grand disciple of Shaolin Grandmaster Shi De Yang under the disciple name Shi Yong Li, Sifu Riley continues the academy’s connection to authentic Shaolin martial arts traditions while helping lead the next generation of Emerald Dragon Martial Arts students.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Sifu Riley believes martial arts training should help students become more confident, focused, resilient and disciplined while enjoying the process of learning and personal growth.
PERSONAL APPROACH
With a positive and approachable teaching style, Sifu Riley works closely with students to help them feel supported, motivated and challenged in a welcoming environment. He connects particularly well with younger students and beginners through engaging and encouraging coaching.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
HELPING STUDENTS BUILD CONFIDENCE, DISCIPLINE & LIFELONG SKILLS.
CONFIDENCE BUILDING
STRUCTURED LEARNING
BEGINNER FRIENDLY
SUPPORTIVE COMUNITY
AUTHENTIC TRAINING
FITNESS & WELLBEING
REAL STUDENT EXPERIENCES
REAL GROWTH. REAL CONFIDENCE. REAL EXPERIENCES.
Families and students across Penrith choose Emerald Dragon Martial Arts for supportive coaching, authentic training and a welcoming community environment.
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Shane North
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barrie fumberger
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My son has been attending Emerald Dragon for around a year now . In this short time , David , Riley and all their staff have helped him grow in all aspects of life . I cannot praise Emerald Dragon enough for their knowledge , dedication , professionalism and making everyone feel part of the family . They have a way with kids very seldom seen in todays world....thanks Emerald Dragon , you have changed my boys attitude and life in a vey positive manner .
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Amber Rodgers
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This place is amazing. My eldest has loved having lessons in the Little Dragons class and has loved the movements!
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kirsty fleming
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Great martial arts school. Focus on empowering kids confidence and self control. Teachers are positive role models and passionate about their craft.
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Trang Fam
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Great place for our kid! Highly recommend
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Yasmin H
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Training under the guidance of Sifu David’s wealth of knowledge and passion, which he imparts to his students, has been what I loved most about training at Emerald Dragon. The entire senior team of Black Belts are wonderful mentors that I have had the privilege to have been able to train with over the years. I highly recommend you check them out as they are an outstanding community of martial artists - Yasmin
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John Sierra
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Martial Arts that offer you so much more than just fitness and self defence. It allows you to help develop into a better person. I couldn't endorse this place highly enough. With such a restricting pandemic behind us, it's time to challenge yourself and grow in so many ways. Good luck 🙏
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Ray Romanous
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We love the atmosphere for the last 2 yrs. My son enjoyed and his very happy. My second boy will be starting next year. Emarald dragon is the best.
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John Joyner
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Great teachers in the training of Shaolin Kung Fu highly recommended my son and wife attend remember Train Hard More Q Amituofo”
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Aileen Heather Monck
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