Shihan Shannah Robin, born in Marigot Dominica, is already known locally as a philanthropist, educator, national athlete and accomplished martial artist. He is also the head of the Universal Martial Arts Academy – Robin Ryu. Recently Shihan (a Japanese term meaning senior or master instructor) has made some big strides into the entertainment industry. He has featured on several popular media including DC’s arrow in Season 6 episode 21. He hopes to continue gaining rolls as he has always had the dream of being in the entertainment industry.
Shannah Robin was born in Marigot, Dominica on September 17th 1981 to humble means, from a young age he would often work odd jobs in order to support himself and his family. His upbringing was varied and difficult but as a result he has been no stranger to hard work. Armed with his work ethic along with moral guidance and wise sayings from his Grandmother he was able overcome the challenges which has responsible for the downfall of many of the young men from his generation to become the head of his own international school of martial arts.
He has also produced his own documentary about his life called A journey of courage: the life of Shihan Shannah Robin. Which has already been shown to the youth of Isaiah Thomas Secondary School. He hopes his documentary will inspire people to overcome their challenges and achieve success. To this end he has pledged the proceeds to sponsor the highest achiever in technical drawing each year, for the next 3 years. He informs DNO that this process has already started.
On relocating to Canada Shihan Robin was introduced to the movie and television industry an opportunity that garnered him several roles in TV shows and movies including: The Arrow, The Colony, The 100, Pup Star 2, Once Upon a Time, I-zombie, and Ice. He has confirmed featured roles in The Arrow and Pup Star 2.
Even with his success abroad Shihan Robin was clear that he has not left his home behind. He travels back and forth between Dominica and his business operations abroad. Always eager to give back, he was here after hurricane Maria contributing to extensive recovery efforts within the local community while also rebuilding his business.
Below is a video clip of his appearance on the TV show arrow
A website is being created where his documentary will be made available online. Currently, a copy can be obtained at his dojo in Roseau, address and contact below:
Universal Martial Arts Academy – Robin Ryu
4 Federation Drive, Goodwill
Roseau, Dominica
(767) 612-5822
AHHHHHHH!!! That’s my teacher. #Hypedaf
Sometimes you just ignore negative statements coming from small minded uninformed people.
Waw, The gull of some of you people. Instead of just supporting our own, you want to find something to bring him down. If you don’t have anything positive to say , don’t say anything but it’s just the typical Dominican mindset. Shannah i am proud of you bro. You are doing your thing and you are letting your passion drive you. Continue working hard at it and continue investing in yourself. I believe in you and i know there are many others that do as well, but remember you will always have haters, there will be doubters and there will be non-believers but also there will be you proving them wrong every day. Wish you all the success bro. Remember you have greatness within you
Congrats!! Such an inspiration and humble soul! Keep it up
Great Work Shihan Robin greetings from Geneva. CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Keep it coming.
Good job bro, you out there putting your best foot forward.
Nice, but that’s a Cameo, not a Featured appearance.
You gotta start somewhere.
And you will stay an idiot!
Quick Quick let us see your featured appearance!!
There are no results when his name is searched in IMDB.com (Internet Movie Data Base).
get out of here! Say something postive and move on- Jah man
That is because he was just an extra in the background. He is the dark skinned police officer in the court room and outside in the street. good work non the less, maybe something bigger can come out of it. I hear stunt doubles make good money too.