I am Tony Robinson MSc DipSM, founder of AR Training & Consultancy, a British Army veteran, and an award-winning self-defence trainer. With over 30 years of leadership and teaching experience, I specialise in resilience, readiness, and personal development. My CV reflects a career dedicated to helping people and organisations perform at their best.
Veteran officer with over 30 years of British Army service, including time in the Army Physical Training Corps (APTC) and the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC), rising to the rank of Captain. As the founder of an award-winning self-defence organisation and now leading AR Training & Consultancy, I bring a proven track record in physical training, self-defence instruction, resilience coaching, conflict management, and operational leadership. My career combines frontline military experience, accredited training expertise, and strategic management qualifications to help individuals and organisations build discipline, resilience, and readiness in real-world settings.
International background in training, leadership, and operational management.
Over three decades of service in the British Army, rising to the rank of Captain.
Served with the Army Physical Training Corps (APTC), delivering physical and adventure training, resilience coaching, and readiness programmes to soldiers across units.
Later, I served in the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) as a Unit Training Officer, where I was responsible for planning, delivering, and assuring training programmes to maintain operational readiness. In this role, I developed and managed structured training across combat and technical skills, ensured compliance with Army standards, and mentored soldiers and officers of all ranks to support their professional and personal growth. Alongside my training responsibilities, I gained valuable experience in safety, wellbeing, and personnel development under operational conditions — skills that continue to underpin my work today as a trainer and consultant. As an Army Unit Welfare Officer, I provide support, guidance, and welfare solutions to soldiers and their families, reinforcing my focus on resilience and well-being under pressure.
Operational deployments included the Gulf War, Bosnia, and Afghanistan.
Developed extensive leadership, mentoring, and operational readiness expertise in high-pressure environments.
Founder of AR Krav Maga Self-Defence Training – Norwich’s multi-award-winning self-defence school.
Delivered training to thousands of students across all ages and abilities.
Specialist in self-defence, conflict management, physical interventions, and resilience coaching.
Provider of 1:1 private personal training and small group instruction.
Founder of AR Training & Consultancy, delivering bespoke training and consultancy services to individuals, schools, organisations, and corporate teams.
Security Logistics Manager, TAG International (Middle East): Spearheaded complex operations in challenging environments, emphasising safety, readiness, and operational efficiency. Provided international consultancy and logistical oversight, working cross-culturally to ensure effective security operations in high-risk settings.
International experience managing multi-stakeholder operations, integrating security, training, and logistics solutions.
Experience in designing and delivering programmes tailored to diverse audiences, from individuals and schools to corporate and overseas teams.
Current work includes teaching Krav Maga classes, 1:1 personal training, and Door Supervision in Norwich to maintain real-world expertise.
Volunteer Norfolk Broads Authority Ranger, helping protect and preserve the National Park while promoting safety and responsibility.
Active mentor and supporter of community fitness and self-defence programmes.
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership – an advanced leadership qualification at the senior management level.
Krav Maga Expert Level 1 – professional self-defence instructor and founder of AR Krav Maga Self-Defence Training.
BTEC Level 3 Award in Self-defence Instruction.
BTEC Level 3 Award in Education & Training – qualified to design, deliver, and assess structured training programmes.
BTEC Level 3 Award for Deliverers of Physical Intervention Training for the Private Security Industry Award (Qcf) – certified to teach safe and legally compliant restraint and disengagement techniques for security professionals and organisations.
BTEC Level 3 Award in Physical Restraint Instruction – specialist qualification supporting best practice in control and restraint training.
BTEC LEVEL 3 Close Protection Operative.
BTEC Level 3 Award in Conflict Management Training – qualified to deliver industry-recognised training in conflict resolution, communication, and safe de-escalation strategies.
MSc in Strength & Conditioning.
BSc (Hons) in Sports Rehabilitation.
Firearms Competency Certification (ISO/PAs 28007 Standards).
NOCN L2 Award for Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry.
Over 30 Years’ Military Service (Retired Captain, British Army) – extensive operational leadership and resilience experience.
Self-Defence Instruction (Krav Maga) – award-winning expertise in practical, real-world self-defence.
Conflict Management & Physical Interventions – accredited SIA trainer in de-escalation, control, and restraint.
Resilience Coaching – developing mental toughness, adaptability, and readiness under pressure.
Leadership & Strategic Management – over 30 years of military leadership experience, complemented by a BTEC Level 7 in Strategic Management & Leadership.
Security Logistics Management – international experience leading complex operations in the Middle East with TAG International.
Cross-Cultural Leadership – successfully delivered training, consultancy, and operations across diverse teams and environments.
Training Delivery & Programme Design – BTEC Level 3 qualified in Education & Training; expert in designing structured training programmes.
Coaching & Mentorship – proven ability to develop individuals and teams at all levels.
Risk Awareness & Safety Oversight – RAMC, welfare, and operational background in wellbeing, compliance, and safety management.
Public Speaking & Workshops – engaging sessions delivered to schools, businesses, and community groups.
Family-focused: proud husband, father, and grandfather.
Passionate angler, especially pike fishing on the Norfolk Broads.
Enthusiastic mountain walker and advocate of health, fitness, and active living.
My career has always been driven by discipline, resilience, and readiness — values I now embody through AR Training & Consultancy. If you’re seeking tailored training, personal development, or consultancy that achieves tangible results, or if you'd like a complete copy of my CV, I would be delighted to hear from you.