Ryobu-Kai Brighton is part of the Japan Karate-Do Ryobu-Kai (JKR), a professional, international organization teaching a style of karate called Shindo Jinen Ryu, combining elements of karate, aikido, jujitsu, and kendo in the formal curriculum. Training in the JKR is conducted in the traditional Japanese method, stressing discipline, consistent attendance, etiquette, and hard work. Junior classes in Brighton are split into under and over 10 age groups.