17 Hand Technique Exercise | Shihan Michael Monaco | IFK Arizona Seminar

The 17 Hand Technique Exercise is an IFK training exercise taught by Shihan Michael Monaco during the IFK Arizona Seminar hosted by Kaizen-Kan Dojo in Tucson, Arizona, Day 1, June 4th, 2026

This exercise combines a series of strikes and blocks into a continuous sequence designed to develop coordination, timing, rhythm, focus, and technical precision. During the seminar, Shihan Monaco demonstrated multiple methods for practicing the exercise, including variations in speed, intensity, and complexity.

Special thanks to Shihan Bill Schrader, Sensei Omar Covarrubias, and the members of Kaizen-Kan Dojo for their hospitality.

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🏛️ Host Dojo – Kaizen-Kan Dojo (Tucson, Arizona):
https://kaizenkan.org

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