Robby Oliver began training Shorin-Ryu in 1988 under Sensei Mark Gillingham through the Recreation and Parks service of St. Mary’s County Maryland.
In 1995, Robby continued his training in Matsumura Shorin-Ryu Seito alongside (now) Sensei Wayne Dean and Renshi Kirk Dean. Shortly thereafter, Robby continued his training with the late Sensei Sypher and Sensei Buckner.
To this day, Robby continues his training at Dean’s Okinawan Martial Arts and Self Defense as one of the most senior students and instructors.