SECTION I
REHEARSAL SEQUENCE
A question must be asked up front by the commander. Do I have time for a full-force rehearsal? If so, how do I piece the rehearsal together so that, if either time or the enemy closes, I will have at least provided some form of sychronization?
Orient participants to the training aid and terrain (ideally, rehearsal is done on actual terrain- if not possible, then use similar terrain).
Define the "standard." What will the commander accept as satisfactory performance for the rehearsal?
Verbally to visually "walk through" the concept of operation. All participants must have the commander's intent in mind, to be able to "unleash their own initiative" when necessary.
- Leaders interactively verbalize their elements' actions (not one at a timebut synchronized all at the same time).
Focus on key events and timing and achieving desired impact on the enemy.
Consider each enemy course of action.
- Identify contingencies (repositioning or counterattack).
If the standard is not met, rehearse again, time permitting.
Feedback: Ensure changes are updated on the Decision Support Template (DST), possibly:
- Positions
- Timing
- Decision points
At task-force level and above, updating the DST is one of the best immediate benefits of a good rehearsal.
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