We learn many fighting movements put to a pattern via a form. These remain to be only movement until we begin to understand the usages of them. There are 2 main ways that I know of to obtain that understanding. One is to be taught the concept or idea of the movement and the other is to be taught specific techiques for each particular move. I prefer to learn the concept of the movement then apply it to several different situations. This of course can have its draw backs, because it can lead away from the repitition that is important to learning. However it can give you several options if applied correctly. I used to learn in the manner, this technique goes with this move and this goes with that, but then I found myself looking to get into that exact situation in an exchange. The chance of catching someone trying to pound you to the ground in that actual position is slim to none. I would end up abandoning the technique all together and just straight box. Also when teaching the techniques it is common to hear, "What if I did this?". Having that question myself and being asked that question gave rise to my thought that the concept is the way to go. Sure you have to show several techniques to gain the concept or idea but it's not a 1:1 relationship. It becomes a 1:many relationship. What are your thoughts on this? Do you prefer the concept or the technique style of learning how to apply your form movement?