1978 – 1985 Competition years:

‘All American Open ’ at Madison Square Garden

‘Ying Yee Urban Cup Invitational’

‘Empire State Championships’

1979 – Present Referee / Arbitrator years: Under Master Kuhls’ tutelage, Hanshi Viggiano became highly requested referee for many of the top tournaments in the New York Metro area. At present, He is the Chief Ring coordinator for ‘The Garden State Games’ and work closely with the games sponsor. Here are only a few of the main tournaments that Hanshi has judged: ‘The Playboy Invitational’ 1981; ‘Ying Yee Open’1984-1986; ‘Empire State Nationals’ 1985-1992; ‘The Garden State Games’ 1988-2003; ‘The All Goju Ryu’ at John Jay College 1990-2003.

1991 - Opened a second Dojo in the Bronx; Performed demonstrations with Master Kuhl throughout the New York area; Refereed with Master Kuhl extensively over the years; Greeted as guest at many events and promotions with Master Kuhl; Held weekly classes at a fire house on Long Island; Visited a London, England Dojo and presented J.K.C.K. to the class.

1985- Presented a seminar in Plano, Texas.

1988- Presented a seminar in Texas with Grandmaster Bill Liquori of American Goju Karate