shifu Gregg zilb
Meet Shifu Gregg Zilb – Master of Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu
Shifu Gregg Zilb is the Owner and Operator of Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu in Holtsville, NY, with over 45 years of training and 35 years of teaching traditional Chinese martial arts. He began his journey under the guidance of Shi Fu Moises Arocho and is a 35th generation Shaolin closed-door disciple of Shi Fu Kwong Cheuk. In addition, Shifu Zilb is a 9th generation 7-Star Praying Mantis closed-door disciple under Shi Fu Raul Ortiz, blending multiple traditional lineages into his unique, battle-tested system.
Shifu Gregg has mastered 18 classical Chinese weapons, full-contact combat, and real-world applications with weaponry. He has tested his martial arts skills on a global stage, competing and demonstrating in Thailand, the Philippines, China, Puerto Rico, Canada, and across the United States.
In addition to his martial accomplishments, Shifu Zilb has appeared in several films and theatrical productions, including “Blood of a Champion” (West Side Willy), “The Empty Hand”, and the off-Broadway play “Once Upon a Time in Chinese America” (1999), which ran in 32 venues.
Shifu Gregg’s philosophy is rooted in traditional Kung Fu teaching methods. Every class — no matter the skill level — remains challenging, disciplined, and focused on real martial application. Students develop not only skill and strength, but also discipline, loyalty, and respect, values central to Shaolin training.
At Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu, Shifu Gregg creates a family-oriented environment while maintaining the intensity, ethics, and rigor of a true martial arts school. Students learn Lohan Chuan, Shaolin Temple Style Kung Fu, Chinese Free Fighting (Sanda), Tai Chi, Qigong, 18 Lohan Gong, Yi Jin Jing, and classical weapons in a system that balances tradition, self-defense, and modern practicality.
Whether you are searching for Kung Fu classes in Holtsville, NY, kids martial arts, or adult self-defense training, Shifu Gregg provides lineage-based, authentic Shaolin instruction designed to build confidence, skill, and character.
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"Never mistake a belt for knowledge. Experience is earned and never given. Maintain your level or the journey you fought for will be in vain"
Shifu Gregg.
