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In the same way that illustrating the form from start to finish is the most efficient way to convey how to execute the form, highlighting errors and how to correct them in the order of the form's execution is also the most efficient way to provide this information.

 

This section can be likened to an instructor watching the form being executed and providing feedback and corrections as needed. One major disadvantage that the written word has when compared to the visual and verbal, is that all potential errors need to be illustrated; rather than just the ones being observed and commented upon. This can make for the work to be longer and more complex than it would otherwise be, in relation to a personal setting.

 

Another disadvantage to this type of illustration is that if one reads the entire book from start to finish, some of the data in this section appears to be repetitive. And it purposefully is. This has to do with the structure and format of the data. Just as the illustration of execution is broken down into the individual self-defense techniques and isolation maneuvers, so too is the breakdown of the errors and their corrective suggestions.

 

One must keep in mind that these guides are not created solely for the purpose of reading, but also for study and reference. And, for a comprehensive overview of the form, this repetitiveness is necessary.

 

It is surmised that these books will most commonly be used as reference guides, rather than a read through book. And from that assumption, it is a requirement that each section be complete and stand on its own, regardless of repetitiveness in relation to other elements of the form.

 

This highlights one of the largest advantages that the written word has over the in-person scenario. The written word can be referenced again and again without any changes or influence.

 

Also, the reader can find corrections to problems that they didn't know they had. Or, that the reader may be exposed to issues they didn't even consider to be problematic. Or further, that the reader is exposed to information that the observer failed to notice and/or comment upon.

 

In the end, the intentions of either situation are the same. To expose and find solutions for errors that may arise during the form's execution. And, the walk-thru method is the most efficient and direct way to fulfill this objective. Its logical, straight forward, easy to reference, easy to read, and comprehensive.