Starting martial arts, whether for yourself or your child, is a big decision, and we’re here to make that journey feel exciting, supported and achievable. At Kumiai Ryu, you’re joining a community that truly cares. Our Instructors are welcoming, highly trained and committed to helping every student grow at their own pace. From your very first class, you’ll feel the difference in how we teach, how we support you, and how we celebrate every step forward.

For children, our programs are designed to build confidence, resilience and focus in a fun, encouraging environment. We work alongside parents to help kids develop real-life skills such as discipline, respect, teamwork and emotional regulation – all while having a great time learning martial arts. Many parents tell us they see improvements in their child’s confidence, behaviour and school performance within weeks.

For teens and adults, KRMAS offers a positive, ego-free training space where you can build fitness, learn effective self-defence and gain mental clarity. Whether you’re looking to get stronger, reduce stress, reconnect with yourself or set new goals, our community lifts each other up and supports every journey, from beginner to Black Belt/ Badge and beyond.

When you choose KRMAS, you’re not just joining a class…

You’re joining a community that trains together, grows together and believes in your potential.

So come grow with us... and bring the entire family!

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Kumiai Ryu Martial Arts System (KRMAS) was founded by O-Hanshi Kevin Blundell Kaiso in Orange NSW in July 1989. O-Hanshi was inspired to create a progressive system of martial arts that was welcoming for different ages and abilities whilst also acknowledging the history of the traditional arts. O-Hanshi created an inclusive training system with the focus on technique & quality at the forefront of the club’s progression. At the time of starting KRMAS, O-Hanshi had already clocked up over 20 years of regular Martial Arts training in several Martial Arts disciplines including years of hands-on experience in the Security Industry where he held a Master Security Licence.

From these humble beginnings of just 3 locations with less than 50 members to now decades later with over 15 locations home to nearly 2,000 active members across the ACT, NSW and QLD, KRMAS has grown to become a highly regarded, respected industry leader in the Martial Arts Industry around the World!

KRMAS offers many programs that will fit you and your family’s needs. Mums and Dads not only will you achieve the benefits of greater health, fitness, self-defence skills and strategies, more importantly you’ll experience family bonding all conducted by our dedicated team of Government recognised accredited Instructors who are here to assist you reach your Martial Arts Goals and achieve Black Badge or Black Belt Success in all facets of your life!

A centre piece to KRMAS is the self-defence skills and strategies that are incorporated into every program. Offering realistic training in a range of situations and scenarios relevant to this era is vital, for the way you train is the way you will react in a real situation.

KRMAS Government recognised accredited Instructors are highly motivated, dedicated professionals with a range of Martial Arts and Fitness Industry experiences and qualifications. From Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Diploma through to University Degree qualifications in Health, Fitness, Coaching & Sports Science’s to back up their decades of hands on relevant Martial Arts experience.

O-Hanshi Kevin Blundell Kaiso

• Founder Kumiai Ryu Martial Arts System
• 10th Dan Black Belt in Kenpō Karate
• 4th Dan Black Belt in Traditional Karate
• Kru-Head Teacher in Muay Thai
• Senior Coach in Sanda-Combat Kung Fu
• Brown Belt in Judo
• Diploma of Fitness
• Diploma of Sports Coaching
• NSW Combat Sports Authority Trainer & Official
• Director Australian Coaching Council Ltd
• Level II Government Recognised Accredited Martial Arts Coach
• Level II Government Recognised Accredited Kung Fu Coach
• National Development Manager Sanda-Combat Kung Fu
• Oceania Development Manager Sanda-Combat Kung Fu
• Board Member Educational Funding Company
• Started formal Martial Arts training in 1969