Blundell founded the system because of the reduction in the standard of martial arts being taught around the world. Although there are many fine martial artists providing quality instruction, there has been a world wide trend of impostors with no real martial arts qualifications teaching martial arts to cash in on their popularity. Another factor influencing this decline in standard has been the dilution of many martial arts system to make them safe for tournament use.

Kumiai-Ryu is based on traditional karate, but also incorporates Free-Style Martial Arts, Phoenix Martial Arts Systems, Western Boxing, Muay Thai, Grappling, Kyusho Jitsu, Okinawan Kobudo, and Kung Fu Weaponry. All techniques are taught to be as effective and safe as possible in a realistic self defence situation, and emphasis is placed on the effective self defence application of the systems Kata. This realistic training is vital, for the way you train is the way you will react in a real situation. All Kumiai-Ryu instructors are highly motivated, dedicated professionals.

Kumiai-Ryu Martial Arts is for everyone. Our dynamic system is flexible enough to accommodate people from all walks of life and backgrounds. When you attend a KRMAS Training Centre you are learning more then just how to kick or punch, you are learning a new way of life.