Basic Combat Training | Boot Camp | U.S. Army

United States Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) is the rigorous initial training program for recruits joining the U.S. Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. Some attend One Station Unit Training (OSUT), combining BCT and advanced individual training (AIT) in a 22-week program, mainly at Fort Moore, Georgia, for infantry. Other career paths undergo BCT at various locations like Fort Jackson, Fort Sill, or Fort Leonard Wood, with AIT tailored to their Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). AIT can last from 4 weeks to 7 months, including specialized training like language courses. Throughout, recruits face demanding physical and mental challenges, adhering to strict schedules and rules.
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[@mr.v1475]

I promise you that this video is strictly just trying to appeal to the public. They still yell and smoke trainees.

[@deFINExGaming1]

Yeah they act nicer on camera to lure the weak ones in, and to put on a facade for the parents

[@Jay-nv7ho]

Depends on where you go for basic training. Fort Jackson they barley gave a shit & barley yelled at anybody when I was there.

[@deltashot5608]

when i got to osut they did the 100 yards thing but as soon as we got into the bay they went straight to the shark attack and smoked us all day.

[@hestoncjr.3560]

Yeah that, and also that you would literally be getting to reception in the middle of the night and being forced to stay up 24 hours streight the first day you get there. I reccomend for anyone that is going to get as much sleep as you can on the plane ride there. Man that whole first 24 hours was brutal for me. Looking back I'm glad I went through it though.

[@deFINExGaming1]

@@hestoncjr.3560 it’s definitely one of the toughest things to do

[@british_772]

Thank you to the soldiers who gave their service to our country and sacrificed a piece of themselves for us.

[@ScottBay]

Ur welcome

[@conartistap8831]

Ur welcome

[@edilsondiaz6224]

Thank You for your support

[@fedupamerican6534]

To all the young people going to the military. Thank y’all very much Keep your heads up and enjoy this

[@your_wildlife-biologist.]

Yea i hope to join the army when i finish high school i am in 10th grade

[@fedupamerican6534]

@@your_wildlife-biologist. a lot of my family served in the Army from pilots to a tank gunner to infantry. I unfortunately couldn’t get medical waiver to serve. My 10 year old son knows his family history and he wants to go into the Army

[@esther4557]

Aw man, no more shark attacks? They got 90 sec to get off that bus??? I was told to get the f$ck off that f&cking bus!!!

[@suromoshon3128]

They still do that

[@texas4ever984]

@esther; I completely agree with your comment. When I went to basic in 2003, it was straight hell. These new soldiers got it easy.

[@koboldking74]

It really only looks like this because of the cameras, also depends on the basic training location site.

[@texas4ever984]

@@koboldking74; I went to Fort Jackson for basic and I can tell you that it was not so "relaxing" as people make it out to be. To prove that it wasn't relaxing, we had higher PT scores than the ones who went to Fort Beninng.

[@texas4ever984]

To add to my previous comment, I went to basic straight out of high school weighing 205lbs. When I graduated basic, I weighed 165lbs. So much for "Relaxing Jackson," more like "Brutal Jackson"

[@Lee-hd3gf]

No way it’s that quiet. Just no way 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@krandelvision555]

Basic training sure has changed in the last 45yrs.

[@monster21blog36]

True

[@J_J2552]

Don't worry, just got out of basic. This is VERY much an ad, not what happens.

[@user-kusynrp]

@@J_J2552cuantos meses son???

[@krandelvision555]

@@user-kusynrp when I was in, Basic Training was 8 weeks. But now I think it is more like 12, but I could be wrong. It was a long time ago for me.

[@krandelvision555]

@@J_J2552 I am not worried at all. Been their, done that to. Almost 44 years to the day of writing this reply to you. Very fond memories of a good time in my life. 3 years active and then 3 years in the IRR, then discharged-Honorable. I did my duty and served my country.

[@Iris1987_]

I was here for 22 weeks for arms program and BCT. I was here while they filmed this stuff, idk why the drills actin so calm but they definitely are way rougher. A lot of yelling and smoking happen

[@N.E.S3.0]

NIKKO ORTIZ needs to do a breakdown of this video

[@Chief_Mouse]

My thoughts exactly

[@K3v1n._420]

Yes

[@kevinsutton7752]

Agreed!!

[@abigailol6594]

i graduated from fort sill last year this must be relaxin jackson 😭

[@monkeymanofficial2718]

How is fort sill? I ship there the 17th

[@fishymcfishiana3079]

​@@monkeymanofficial2718 Very hot, very humid, miserable in the winter. And it all depends on what training company you get assigned to.

[@abigailol6594]

@@monkeymanofficial2718 it’s very hot i went there in late july and it was super hot and dry and when i graduated it was cold and there was some snow, depends on your battalion most do it the same tho the first 3 days are “hell” where the drills smoke you all day long but then it gets easier don’t worry im a skinny girl and i did it 💀

[@itzjxcksxn2209]

Fuck no trainee, that bitch humid and they still yelling lol

[@laurensboswinkel5669]

I go to fort sill in July Im nervous

[@WeLikePOVSoccer]

Getting shipped out next Monday ‼️

[@invild2004]

good luck im going on august

[@parisjames7247]

Me too bro Fort Leonard Wood!💪🏿

[@invild2004]

@parisjames7247 good luck brother 🙏

[@monkeymanofficial2718]

I ship on 17th to Sill

[@roberttaylor4213]

@@monkeymanofficial2718that’s where I did my basic at when I was in

[@hzjohnson1632]

Just graduated BCT 2 weeks ago at Ft. Leonard Wood! It was easy and tough at the same time. Everyone can pass, but it's a mental game as well as physical. Once it's over you miss it, but you'll probably get through it by counting down the days. This video is very much an ad, but your experience also completely depends on your company and location. We had a small shark attack and got smoked all the time, but our drills were very cool! We had it better than most companies. Bravo next door was significantly rougher on their trainees. They had far more people on suicide watch, allowed Fight Night, and were harsher when it came to smoke sessions. They low and high crawled at least a few times every week. So it all depends. No matter what, anyone can pass. Just arrive prepared, and be smart with how you present yourself.

[@captainripzgaming3247]

what company were you? i also graduated from there not too long ago

[@kierankrentz9891]

I'm heading there aug 5th, 12c 652nd engineering company is my end game. Any tips?

[@billlong963]

By definition, "boot camp" is initial training into the seagoing forces--the Navy, the Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard. You will never hear the term "boot camp" used by Army cadre.

[@nickknightly8939]

Shipping out to Fort Sill June 11th. Can't wait for the experience and a fresh start on life.

[@thequestlivetolearntolive.8555]

kIT

[@mrdavila4898]

it's gonna be pretty hot and humid, and by the end of the 10 weeks, you're gonna start to feel some of the cold and windy climate. It's pretty green though, you'll get to see tons of woodland. Stay strong brother, hope you pass BCT, learn from your drills and battle buddies, and have fun. Welcome to the Army!

[@richardbird9326]

Its not boot camp in the army its BASIC Training !

[@Will-cd1tl]

wElL bAcK iN mY dAy

[@mrdavila4898]

As someone who went to BCT last year, they still yell and smoke the fuck out of you unhingedly, is it bad? of course not, best thing that happened to me, helped me come out of my shell and become confident as I went from a sheltered home to a stressed induced environment. Stay strong brothers, and those who wish to join, your drills are there to break you, but to make you, don't take it personal, because once those 10 weeks are done, you'll be someone you never thought you would become.

[@christianbond5269]

This is why im thinking of joining and what I hope it will do for me.

[@xo.bnicole4957]

@@christianbond5269same

[@kimberlyquick6979]

Thank you for your service! My husband served 27 years! United States NAvy! He is a disableld veteran! GoD Bless! Lets go..,,,,.40! 😢❤ Lets go 30!!❤🎉🇺🇸

[@kimberlyquick6979]

Beautuful! Thank you for your service!❤

[@kimberlyquick6979]

Go Navy #27

[@kimberlyquick6979]

Please respect and serve our United States Military! Thank you!

[@kimberlyquick6979]

God bless you ❤ 14:43 14:45 Thank you!!

[@TheCDLDriver]

I ship out for basic on the June 25, 2024!

[@JustaUser82nd]

Good luck, you’re lucky cuz you’ll have it easy. Not mines lol

[@TheCDLDriver]

@@JustaUser82nd Appreciate that, yeah I heard it won’t be as bad as it was back then. Wish I could have experienced that.

[@Angelo-dm7dl]

@@TheCDLDriveru dont wanna experience that. Are u going to fort Jackson?

[@TheCDLDriver]

@@Angelo-dm7dl Fort benning, well FT Moor now

[@Angelo-dm7dl]

@@TheCDLDriver you an 11B?

[@lancecrane10]

I just watched the USMC bootcamp video. It's amazing how different they are in the receiving phase.

[@bluedream9717]

Shipping out to fort jackson june 24th excited for a change of pace in life💪

[@chuckmalone7890]

August 13th

[@Jandsbaskette]

Good luck boot camp sucks but you'll get through it

[@bluedream9717]

I bet it will for sure, going in at 26 years old also so I hope it all goes well!

[@at0mous]

August 27th for me

[@chuckmalone7890]

@@bluedream9717 I’m 34 bro we got this!! 😎

[@theweirdo2624]

Shipping out on August 12 to Fort Benning 🫡

[@sm8supermario888]

Man good luck 👍

[@Jandsbaskette]

Good luck brother. Boot sucks but you'll get through it

[@cantthinkofaname9274]

I’m shipping on July 1st to Benning! See you there!

[@timoconnell7784]

I was in basic training in 1966 before I went to Vietnam! Times have changed

[@inexilepodcast]

It’s so quiet 🤣😂It was loud when I was in.

[@tribeval]

I was more focused on the numbers. That's a very small group, and they're getting dropped off during the day.

[@peerzeidler]

Group - Go !!!

[@anxietyscout]

I'm sorry but "Trainee GoPro" 19:10 got me!

[@bryaanrazo]

this definitely relaxin jackson

[@cathleendarigo1268]

Ok, now i figured it out, Boe Jiden and Pladimir Vutin are in cahoots..

[@tatianak47]

I'm enlisting in July! 😊

[@SQUIRTLE_DEMON]

Don't do it mate. its a trap they lied to you.

[@bigmoochie595]

So am I ! See you there 🤝🏽

[@user-lp3dfnedknksandlfdsre]

ㅋㅋㅋ 한국은 의무적으로 누구나 입대를해

[@fredoondabeat]

I ship out for basic training on September 3rd, 2024🫡

[@danielvillatoro3912]

Same here to ft Leonard

[@fredoondabeat]

@@danielvillatoro3912 that’s where I’m going too..12T💪🏽

[@tonymurrietta]

Good luck 🤘

[@fredoondabeat]

@@tonymurrietta thanks I appreciate it 💪🏽

[@shawn420]

another producer going into the military 🫡 i’m rey go to the air force

[@monster21blog36]

Great job 👏 on the video Repcet to the men and women fight for are country

[@joycewilbanks7922]

Almighty God Bless Each One.

[@stinky16862]

basic training is all mental

[@darrellshoup]

Not mentioning everything else, but did they not have a Ranger seat and then I see using a figure 8? I rappelled with a commercial harness and figure 8 for fun but not having to go through the basics doesn’t help them.

[@mcoleman6893]

The branches should start telling potential enlistees what is expected of them before they arrive for basic training. If they cannot deal with what is coming, then maybe they should not be there.

[@tonymurrietta]

I ship out October! Wish me luck 🤘

[@vylenkortez2621]

How old r you?

[@1xaanarchy]

Same 🔥

[@1xaanarchy]

What’s your mos

[@SamDemon99]

Getting shipped out to Fort Jackson on June 17th.

[@brandonc.136]

goodluck

[@leosam6819]

@@brandonc.136 he wont need it shits easy asf

[@Azrael69605]

You’ll be fine it’s easy just don’t give up

[@saintofthemoon1192]

Goodluck i was at fort jackson for basic back in july of last year and im telling you reception is the worst aspect and don't believe the 4 day sign expect to be at reception for like a week or so once you actually arrive at your company for basic things got a lot easier in my opinion in terms of you aint standing around in formation for like 8 hours straight lmao

[@WackerZ_]

For thise rhat are wondering, alot of the beginning is reception. Reception is before yoy get to training. You won't deal with alotta of the nonsense and excessive yelling whilst at reception unless you do something really dumb

[@boomerang6130]

A couple of the guys looked like they were too old to join the army.

[@gahugeecasron1589]

No more yelling and screaming " front leaning position"? Hmm, i don't get it, i been out over 50 years and could easily do this training. But, i appreciate the new trainees becoming men and diciplined soldiers. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS ! 🇺🇸

[@wtflightningstaff8038]

I was marines gotta ask where the hell is the friggin volume!!!

[@deFINExGaming1]

EXACTLY!! I was a Marine as well, 9 years ago and I’m reenlisting to the army soon. The way the army does things is so different, honestly it’s softer 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@robertsamueljr2878]

I think because of the recent deaths in basic training

[@deFINExGaming1]

@@robertsamueljr2878 that definitely makes sense, there’s no excuse for any death and any self harm in boot camp. These drill sergeants/drill instructors get too power hungry, and the evil in their hearts magnifies. They enjoy making others miserable because they’re miserable.

[@McMegahertz]

​@@deFINExGaming1Why are you reenlisting into the Army rather than the Marine Corps? I'm thinking of enlisting into the Marine Corps Reserve

[@deFINExGaming1]

@@McMegahertz for certain reasons I can’t do the Marine corps again, honestly speaking I had very poor leadership and they fucked me over with my reenlistment code. But the army said they would accept me because the reenlistment code was actually wrong. So yeah I’m basically going where I was accepted. But good luck with Marine Corps reserve, boot camp will really change your life. To this day I still have so many memories and lessons I carry with me. Always remember your why

[@Chayil_]

I’m joining next month hopefully headed to BCT sooner than later been my dream sense I was a little girl to be GI Jane 💪🏽 at 28 I’m not going to let my dream pass me by any longer ! GO ARMY !

[@peepers46]

Damn Ive been out almost 40 years and seeing this makes me want to do it all again.

[@boomerang6130]

Not me, I could not wait to get out. Kudos to the ones who do serve and thank you for your service, but the military just was not a good fit for me. I enlisted in 1982, served 4 years in the Navy, then got out. TBH, there were parts I really liked and other parts I really hated.

[@peepers46]

@@boomerang6130 Thank you as well for your service. I enlisted in 82 also, almost re-enlisted but my Dad (a Police Officer) had a heart attack about the time I was ready to re-up and I made the mistake of getting out. 2 years active Military Police

[@boomerang6130]

@@peepers46 Thanks also for your service. Is your dad ok? I really admire those special forces guys in our military, esp. the Navy SEALs. These guys are some badasses and true American patriots. I am glad we have them on our side. I often fantasize about what it must feel like to make it through seal training.

[@peepers46]

@@boomerang6130 Thank you @boomerang6130, my Dad was forced to retire in 1984, after the heart attack and actually survived until 2010. I certainly agree about our Special Forces teams, I’m glad they are on our side. I thought about going to Airborne school, but never did it. I was offered Military Dog Handler and a $5000 bonus if I re-enlisted, if I had known my Dad was going to be alright, I would have done it. Have a great day

[@Mike_J_DV]

Joining the Army, still early in the process. Studying up for the ASVAB on 06/26. Going in at 32

[@Noneforsale]

Im going into the navy this year. First thing i notice is how small the group is in terms of numbers. Is it gonna be like that in the navy too. Its kinda sad most people arent wanting to join when there young.

[@Defyik]

Because everyone in America is obese with no worth ethic also the leadership has been lacking in the armed forces and our president is brain dead, wouldn’t wanna join at all in the state of this country

[@ShriekingCrows-bp3vh]

Yeah when I was in the Navy boot camp we all had small divisions. We had 4 RDCs one extra because they didn’t have enough divisions to train.

[@robertubanwa4786]

I ship out for basic August 26, 2024!

[@Jandsbaskette]

Good luck boot camp sucks but you'll make it

[@georgelemoine7402]

BCT in Fort Ord California 1975 . Charlie 5-3 OD green black boots and no dipper changing service.

[@orlandoperez2156]

I remember in Fort Benning, my Drill Sergeant said “You Got 9 Seconds To Get Off My Bus and 7 Seconds already Gone!!!! Move! Even My FHP instructors at the academy in Tallahassee were harder then these Drill Sergeants. This must be Fort Sham-a-lot, the garrison unit.

[@ronpetrus7676]

This is the new generation Army, let’s take it easy on them and not hurt any feelings

[@user-ck5is2pg9y]

I finished basic 4 month ago, and this was not like mine😂 they will smoke the hell out of you.

[@2trxpz_]

Getting shipped next Month

[@ShriekingCrows-bp3vh]

I ship out in September prior service from the Navy.

[@skeptical7025]

This shit is way too quiet. Somethings off lol

[@DannerL]

This is my white noise

[@Jandsbaskette]

I remember 120th its been almost a year since ive shipped out

[@joeaho2577]

That looks like Boy Scout camp compared to when I did basic there in 1981.

[@b58powa]

80s boot camp was like Girl Scout camps compared when i went to Ft Leonard Wood in ‘64.

[@joeaho9736]

​@@b58powaI have no doubt about that.

[@jimthesnowboarder12]

@@b58powa eyup

[@laynestaley4957]

'60s boot camp was like a girly sleepover party compared to when I enlisted 1898! You Nancy boys and your candyass "repeating" rifles. You don't know how good you kids have it!

[@kirbymorris2253]

They were a lot meaner when i was in. Ft. Ord ca. 1972

[@zionholmes9633]

Did they sign a contract or something at 4:08

[@DjMitchell-es7hq]

The nostalgia

[@2J9992]

Where the pushups at?

[@christopherfreeman3357]

Thank God I made through basic training and never have to go through it again. lol 😂

[@III-ph5tu]

Shipping to Fort Sill July 29

[@Mannydingo30]

I don’t remember the civilians being that nice haha! “Excuse me mam these boots are to small” “no they are not I been doing this for years” (in my head, well you been screwing Ppl For years!)

[@SuperFriday]

Whoever's reading this, subscribe! This is a good channel!

[@F4mos]

120th HHC WOOOOOO!🎉🎉

[@Varu56948]

wanting to join us army as a foreigner but not being able due to not having green card is different kind of pain😭😭😭

[@drdoodoo1284]

they cant yell cuz its hazing? how are these new guys gonna react to getting shot at?

[@golfery5119]

First off, they definitely do yell, and scream. And they cuss. Second, hardly anybody in the modern day is going to be on a world war 2 battlefield or even a vietnam nungle to get shot at.

[@dunnallen6773]

“Trainee go-pro” lol

[@XVNRX]

Lmao I hate that they be nice in front of the cameras

[@KevinNguyen-md5ve]

My Ship Date: 08/19.

[@drugedbyfreedomjimmy]

damn, they et more and beter than i do on a daily basis... makes me wanna get a green card and join

[@chris141]

Damn I remember those hallways lmaooo

[@chuckmalone7890]

Ship out Ft Jackson August 13th 2024 💪🏾 🇺🇸

[@Jandsbaskette]

Good luck

[@chuckmalone7890]

@@Jandsbaskette thanks!!

[@2J9992]

Damn they wearing black shirts in the sun 💀

[@raptorx4724]

Army is implementing a new approach to training.

[@tribeval]

3:48 how did he not get smoked for that shirt 😂

[@HanzoPlayin]

When I was there it was much more hectic Ik this is reception but damn

[@robertsamueljr2878]

How long ago?

[@chrisacosta_1516]

So they threw grenades in reception 🤨🤦‍♂️

[@mariomendez7599]

people dont undterstand its not like this lol

[@joycewilbanks7922]

Isaiah 6:8 KJV

[@Parrishinn]

PCs on in the dfac crazy😂

[@SA345yt]

My Civil Air Patrol Encampment was more intense than this 💀

[@drk_hrs_of23]

Watch out yall. We have a tough guy here.

[@rachelletanzil599]

Why is they in navy uniform colors no disrespect towards the soliders.

[@gunsnstripes4473]

It must definitely be MOS dependent bc I just got back from Fort Moore/Benning infantry school and it was nothing like this! 😂

[@JordanBaxter-yi8is]

It is MOS dependant. The easier MOS's go to Jackson. I'm sure they yelled less cause the cameras were rolling in this video.

[@armandopena1504]

This is the biggest lie they scream at you and just smoke you no matter if it’s now or before I promise this video is nothing. You work until they want

[@annathompson9930]

I ship. Out for basic June 10th 2024 🫡

[@Xyrem_]

Me too, what mos

[@robertsamueljr2878]

Where to and Mos

[@conartistap8831]

My birthday

[@brickermaxwell4558]

i ship tomorrow 👍

[@annathompson9930]

@@Xyrem_ 68c

[@j0e_r0gan_clips]

5:02 dude ain’t see the camera for min 😭

[@Mr2Staxx]

Whose idea was this?

[@ognate1607]

Im curious why no one bloused their pants? Is it a new regulation?

[@Nick-TechProductions]

No yelling? Wtf

[@Fear0911.]

yeah, they get in trouble if they do, people get offended easily now days

[@fernandogon19]

There’s cameras on them they didn’t even show them getting “corrective training” lol

[@mrballoony3645]

@@Fear0911.marines still do it

[@Fear0911.]

@@mrballoony3645 we all know, this is army

[@javi9388]

39:00 😂

[@robertsamueljr2878]

58:05 thought they did this in the beginning

[@m_i_z_z_y1074]

Just got out of AIT and basic at fort jackson and gregg adams don't not bring a dam suit case they may be nice here on camera but they will f$^k with u If they see that shit lol

[@doomchronic]

i ship to sill june 18th no way there’s no volume

[@vamonosrving]

I can honestly tell you that this is totally the opposite of what I experienced during my basic training. Ft. Sill OK 1994

[@ibrahimsanogo5209]

I just got back from basic and AIT 2 weeks ago. Drill Sergeants fixing your bed for you?? Bullshit. Empty beds?? Bullshit. They show you once during the first 72 and if you mess it up you're gonna get in the front leaning rest or get evicted.

[@user-wi1xs5pc7g]

Fort Jackson?

[@ericgarcia3287]

I'm surprised that the DI's uniform shirts are so baggy, that looks so sloppy. Example is when the SFC at graduation who was in front of the LTC, his shirt was so huge. What ever happened to wanting to look better and caring about how you look.

[@dlekander]

Maybe its my jarhead mentality but wtf did I just watch?

[@jasongalloway2161]

So im enlisting this thursday and thought i should give this a look and damn, this is pitiful. I hope this is just a fluke or was only like this because of the filming crews

[@vylenkortez2621]

I have a question how old r you? Like around 17? Cause I wanted to do it but I’m still 16 n I heard you have to be 17

[@jasongalloway2161]

@vylenkortez2621 I'm 22. I also was going to join when i was 17 but realized i wasnt ready quite yet therefore I chose to wait because I knew I still had some growing up to do and wanted to experience life for a bit.

[@Kris-qm3xp]

Yeah, they’re just that calm cause it’s on camera but then again it’s just reception, not necessarily BCT yet at least the first few minutes.

[@Abood_311-]

Bro why is there ladies in the army🤦🏻‍♂️

[@elevenb6967]

For the same reason there are ladies in all four branches. -_-

[@user-iz1md5pi2i]

Why should drill sergeants be softer? If recruits can't handle being yelled at, how are they going to handle it in a real world situation?