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The Aims, Principles, Objective and Techniques of Kyushindo.

The ultimate aims of Kyushindo are:
a) The achievement of permanent peace and happiness for the human race; for people to live in harmony and peace. This can only be done through the cultivation of an understanding mind and reaching toward the highest ideals.
b) To study Kyushindo is to be in harmony with ones follow men; be they parents, colleagues, neighbours - and even all of those that you have not yet met.
c) To learn and perform good techniques is not the only aim. Martial art is just a way toward Universal understanding and is just one of many roads which could lead to world peace and Universal happiness.
d) The way of martial arts is not only the realisation of ones aims in life but to also offer a format of training and discipline within which one may to strive to make an effort for peace and unity.

The principles of Kyushindo are:
a) All things throughout the Universe are in a constant state of motion.
b) This motion is rhythmic and flowing.
c) All things work and flow in perfect harmony and accord.
d) The Universe revolves and therefore always keeps perfect balance.
Conclusion: All motion in the Universe may be resolved, basically, to a series of smooth circular movements.

The object of Kyushindo is:
To teach unselfishness and friendly co-operation in order to bring about mutual understanding and happiness, giving freedom from the prejudices and misunderstandings which lead to violence and suffering.

The techniques of Kyushindo
All Kyushindo techniques are based on natural posture and circular movements and are at all times smooth and simple to perform.
The idea of circular movement comes from the laws of motion of the Universe, and so it can be understood to be the simplest and most efficient principle of movement.

The foundation technique of Kyushindo is not using brute strength or opposing force.

Kyushindo might best be represented by a circle. A circle is round, has no sharp edges or corners and no starting or finishing point. Therefore the form or shape of a circle reveals no singular weak point.
A circle as a ball can be easily moved in all directions with very little effort - i.e. not using brute strength.

The first principle of Kyushindo is "Kuzushi" - the breaking of balance. There are only two directions to break balance, either forward or backward. All others angles are regarded as variations on this. Therefore all techniques are applied along either of these two weak lines in the partner's posture.

The second principle of Kyushindo is the circular principle.
There are no straight- line techniques in the Kyushindo style. All actions are based on circular or part-circular movements.
Since all the body's limbs and joints move in arcs or part-circular movements, the body will move more efficiently about these directions. In every technique there is a circle and if the technique is applied correctly and you have taken control of your partner, then their circle or part-circle is centred about your own centre of gravity.

In essence: Kyushindo Budo promotes flowing and fluid movement and emphasises deflection and avoidance as primary.

Kyushindo takes a long time for a student to realise its fundamentals and concepts, so it is not for the student seeking instant results.

Kyushindo techniques should be practiced in a relaxed manner until they become second nature. All power must come from the excellence of the technique - in its timing and correct method of application.