The question is often asked " What is KyuShinDo ? " this article trys to answer that question but also points out what is not KyuShinDo.

In last month’s article, I discussed the less serious infringements (Shido). This article will address the more serious infringements known as Hansoku-make (grave infringements group). A grave infringement receives a penalty of direct Hansoku-make. This means that the contestant is disqualified and excluded from the tournament, and the contest. What constitutes Hansoku-Make?

Inevitably during our randori sessions, the question is asked, “Is that judo legal?” After watching the referees at the New York Open, it became apparent that the rules for competition judo are applied strictly. The referees were quick to penalize a competitor for actions that occur routinely during our randori sessions. So, what is legal in judo? This article will discuss the less serious infringements, known as shido. Next month’s article will discuss the more serious Hansoku- make infringement.