WEEK 10 | Civilian To Soldier | British Army Basic Training

[@taffoire1]

I just wanted to thank you for these videos - they were invaluable in helping my son prepare for Phase 1 - he's now on week 9 at Vimy Barracks. They are also tremendously helpful to me as a parent, knowing what sort of things my son is doing each week! Back when I joined the Navy 25 years ago there was obviously nothing like this available, best we could hope for was a friend of a friend who had joined up! Thanks again, I have recommended this channel to friends who's children are also considering joining the Army

[@djrxp]

Really great to hear and thanks for taking the time to comment. I'm glad its helped!

[@followingliam9173]

Passed AC and now waiting to get my date for Para’s. Fingers crossed it’ll be soon! Great video as per usual. 💪

[@taigolan8734]

You've got Prac still lad

[@NathRiley]

I’ve got my PRAC in just under 2 week good luck to you lad 💪🏻

[@arwen_m7786]

Wow well done paras is hardcore

[@rossdalziel6615]

RileyHD hope u have been training in boots.steeple chance is a lick

[@kylebrand1536]

Got my prac on the 21st September, can’t wait

[@teaguanohalloran2379]

I start my basic training this month for the guards can't wait, your videos are great👍

[@vot3xtr4p24]

whats your date mate im going guards next month aswell

[@ryanthomas1438]

Did u pass?

[@danjones4432]

@@ryanthomas1438 they would only be 2/3 of the way through the course at this point at most

[@brendagosine3947]

Thank you for these videos,my son is currently in week 8,gives me an insight into what he goes through. Keep up the good work .proud mummy. 😁😁💪💪

[@kelvinmwangi313]

Great content. Loving the series.

[@keycommander971]

Love your channel boss brings back good and bad memories! Hope u continue it when u go back to your Reg

[@tristan5055]

I’m way overweight but have started walking 5k around my local woods which I will eventually turn into a run etc, I’m also doing home workouts as I want to lose weight ASAP and never been so motivated to do it, a big factor of it is now knowing that I 100% would like to join. Any advice and honesty would be massively appreciated, thanks!

[@djrxp]

Keep working on the fitness, you've already made the biggest step which is to get moving! Stay motivated and try to enjoy the process, that should keep you committed and consistent which is the biggest thing!

[@cameronjones5228]

Just waiting on medical results and got told then I'd be given my assessment center, hope it doesn't take too long.

[@RSAwarrior]

Final interview and bleep next Wednesday after finally passing medical. So excited 💪💪💪

[@mattywhite12]

Great video, can't wait I have my assessment centre on the 13th.

[@edits0257]

when did you apply mate ?

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

Good luck! Prepare yourself both mentally and physically. Make sure you can do the bleep test once or twice before to get used to it!

[@mattywhite12]

@@Xavier-zd4jq thank you. And I have done it around 4/5 times and passed so i should hopefully pass assessment.

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

Well done! Keep a cool head and always say yes to anything you're asked to (you might get asked if you want to do the Technical Selection Test which is just GCSE Maths) I would just give it a bash because it opens up your options so much!

[@mattywhite12]

@@Xavier-zd4jq thank you and will do. I thought you had to do the maths and English test anyway? But thank you for the advice.

[@Tommophillips99]

Best series I’ve watched. Can’t wait for next week’s video

[@willixmxjb8279]

Got my assessment centre on 14th of october cant wait

[@lewiswatson1083]

Will someone who’s predominantly left handed struggle with the aspects of combat in basic training, such as firing a rifle?

[@djrxp]

Not at all! You'll get thorough training with all weapon systems. It will feel natural

[@DavidRoyle-i4u]

Miss the training...brilliant time of my life.

[@wolfie_3652]

If i sign up for a application how long does it take to get approved for me to join, i heard it takes a couple months.

[@eliselawless3246]

It depends on the role and medical I think

[@eduardopombo4611]

Hi, thank you for the videos, I'm following from the beginning and I find it very interesting. I'm a Portuguese officer and I wonder if the syllabus of the course is non classified do that I compare yours with ours. We have 5 weeks of basic training followed by 7 weeks, so 12 weeks for everyone. Then they have to take other courses for a specialisation. Thank you. Cheers

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

In the British, the officers have 44 weeks of basic training (split into 3 terms) at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. The video you see here is the training basic soldiers which is for 14 weeks, afterwards, soldiers then go onto their phase 2 trade training which varies depending on the job role.

[@shmached]

@@Xavier-zd4jq close, but this is the 28 week infantrymans course. There is a phase 1 and phase 2, but its done at the same place with the same people.

[@rorytait5640]

Do the paras see themselves as an english regiment. I'd love to join them but am Scottish and dont want to feel like I dont belong in the regiment.

[@tomstravels520]

There are loads of Scots in the paras. Yeah they’re all down in Colchester but doesn’t mean they’re English

[@ryanpate762]

I'm a British citizen living in Australia right now and want to become a paratrooper, is there a way I'm able to do my interviews and entry tests from here and then fly over for basic?

[@jojo-pn7qh]

try the live chat on the website or something

[@YeNZeC]

All the info is on the Website, if you can't find what you're looking for contact them.

[@rosst3499]

Great video... AC on 22nd October at Pirbright, hoping to join the Reserves, 6 RIFLES.

[@m.tshimanga7403]

Can't wait until applications are open to Commonwealth citizens!❤🇿🇦

[@noelfuh8153]

It is the same with me I am also in south Africa

[@elvishlychho5633]

Same here from india

[@noelfuh8153]

@@elvishlychho5633 wow that's lovely, I am called Noel

[@cheatchanbothcheatchanboth2632]

Good job 👍 of UK 🇬🇧

[@djrxp]

Thanks👍

[@wolvoman1]

I notice the discipline regarding the correct way to wear a beret has been relaxed, even from senior officer rank.

[@ZanderOhh]

Got deemed unfit in my online medical a few weeks ago. But I'll keep watching these to stay motivated while appealing. Sick videos mate.

[@Will-zq5gn]

Same position mate looking foward to getting started working in maccies isnt fun lol

[@benruss7100]

Zander Ohh I've been through the process of appealing just stick with it hopefully it won't take you long.

[@ZanderOhh]

@@Will-zq5gn let's hope we get in so we're not finished like that mate 😂

[@ZanderOhh]

@@benruss7100 will do going to do everything I can to get in. Cheers mate.

[@fitnesschaos7528]

I’ve got a question. I’m interested in joining Infantry/Paras but will swimming be required?

[@expertgaming8152]

It’s not a test mate ,you can get in without it they’ll teach your there ,this guys who’s replied doesn’t know what he’s talking about

[@fitnesschaos7528]

EXPERT GAMING alr thanks I appreciate it

[@AdventuresWithKyle16]

You do have to do a test. You tread water for 2 minutes and then swim 100m

[@expertgaming8152]

AdventuresWithKyle that’s not true ,a test means pass or fail ,it’s more of an assessment type thing they see what you can do and improve of what you already have even if you can’t do the 100 m or 2 mins

[@expertgaming8152]

AdventuresWithKyle I’m literally joining in 2 weeks so I think I’d know

[@yeboahaugustine816]

I know one day i will join the army 🙏🤲 my dream job ☺️

[@generalgrievous9841]

Got my assessment next Monday, can’t wait for it honestly. Aiming to get into 2 lancs!

[@mattywhite12]

I'm hoping for the same are you going cattrick or Harrogate?

[@edits0257]

when did you apply mate ?

[@mattywhite12]

@@edits0257 me? A while ago I'm going in to cattrick if I pass my assessment on the 13th. What about you?

[@god4143]

2 lancs is spec inf, it’ll take u a long time to get in unless you’re switched on and a good Bod.

[@generalgrievous9841]

MW2002Fitness Catterick man!

[@OldBiscuitYT]

what happens if you fail any tests during training?

[@djrxp]

There is a process of retraining and retesting in place to make sure everyone can achieve the standard required

[@OldBiscuitYT]

@@djrxp ok thanks for the reply, love the vids!

[@charlesmucheru4415]

Encouraged

[@Bullet-Tooth-Tony-]

Good shooting lads, those bull pups are supposed to be very accurate!

[@tomstravels520]

In correct hands yes. The A3’s are even more accurate

[@Rswa4897]

Quick question in the army in general is the adventure training/caving mandatory or is it only in certain branches,

[@boaby6722]

what’s a good sort of minutes per mile ratio to gauge how you’ll fair in basic training?

[@djrxp]

Hi Robbie, it obviously depends on the distance. The test is to achieve 2km in 10:15 secs

[@patrickfitzgerald6119]

What video did you use for the bleep test as there are multiple online and I’d like to do a comparison as im going to Harrogate in 32 days

[@BradleyCTurner]

Im in a weird position in my application process, when i first did the application i was basically obese but training and losing weight, from many sources i thought itd take a few months to get an assessment center date but i got it in 5 weeks, my bmi isnt below 28 and i csnt reach the required bleep test score about 1 level below, i tried telling my recruitment office but they advised i do it anyway as rescheduling it would be far longer than just redoing the fitness or tst if i failed. But overall im bummed out im no where near where i wanted to be and can see me failing the assessment, either on medical due to bmi or the fitness. I have AC on 21st sep.

[@maxwellbonett4712]

My advice to you would be give it your best shot and try it out anyway, if you fail and need to redo the application process when you're fitter so be it, but you may as well try it out. Who knows, you could pass the test and be inducted in earlier than you expected and still make it! Best of luck.

[@wolfie_3652]

I have so many questions like, what standard weight you should be if you want to join, do you pay you own flight to come up there. I'm also having trouble applying online is it possible for to call and sign up that way.

[@gh72883]

At the begining the number of the soilders were many and on this episode there are only a tiny number of soilders.. Is ig because they have failed the test or somdthing else ??

[@KodeyDoesDrawing]

i start harrogate in october, what are your top tips to smash basic. appreciate it

[@yesyesoyes72]

Hope you enjoy it, I am hoping to get into the September 2021 intake

[@reubenworthington1615]

On the long course?

[@KodeyDoesDrawing]

Reuben Worthington yep Royal Artillery

[@jaygear2799]

Bringontheworld I’m hoping to join at that time too when do you think is best to apply?

[@lewisnewman9633]

Me too mate long or short course?

[@deathfromabove8219]

what’s the best way to prepare for medicine ball throw?

[@justjames5398]

If you are in basic for infantry but your fitness is a lot better, say 13 on bleep test, can u transfer to para?

[@djrxp]

If you want to join Paras it would be best to apply to be a Para recruit

[@Bristol_boxing]

So 8.6 for the infantry on at the army assetmemt centre.. So the best effort on bleep on this video.. What if you only hit 8.6.. Is this still a pass?

[@chriswatton1854]

This may be a stupid comment, but I notice all the recruits shooting from their right side. Naturally I would shoot from my left side (having been clay pigeon shooting). I notice the shells leaving the rifle from the right side, would this hinder somebody shooting from their left? Are you taught to fire from the right? Great videos

[@ShaunOllerton]

Ejection port and cocking handle are exclusively on the right hand side of the weapon. You'll be learning and firing from your right shoulder

[@chriswatton1854]

@@ShaunOllerton Thanks for your reply 👍

[@yesyesoyes72]

@@chriswatton1854 reason you shoot from the right is due to what Shaun said about the cocking handle being on the right. As the shells eject off the right if you shoot using your left hand the shells with just hit you in the face

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

But there are plenty of lefties that can fire from the right (me included) theres tons in the army... dont worry about it

[@chriswatton1854]

@@Xavier-zd4jq Thanks, that's good to hear

[@anitastanley-pc7ff]

Can you tell me what the 2K run pass time is please.

[@kenanzorlu331]

Just wondering what it’s like for left handers ? Because most videos I see all the marches... all guns are in the right hand, an I can’t imagine myself holding a gun in that hand etc

[@Gman-tr8wb]

SA80 can only be fired right hand. Lefties, just have to suck it up and get on with it

[@kxrrzy]

I suffered with a minor case of GAD 3 years ago I’m no longer taking meds for it as my doctor believes I’m well . Will I be able to join the military ?

[@rhysgriffiths3346]

You will need to have been off the medication for at least 3 years

[@tnyashyt5135]

I'm want to join but I'm Indian and I dont have sslc marksheet ( like gcse) will they ask when I'm there in England for recruitment?

[@coopercampling1413]

is it a good idea to join apply at 16? i could go to harrogate collage but i don’t know if i should or not. is it worth it?

[@TheCrazzyashley]

what happenes if they can't get 9.5 on the bleep test?

[@sebharvey5749]

Have my assessments on the 27th Sept and if they go okay then intake date is 7th Feb, looking to be a cmt

[@bencollins5650]

Passed the ac as a recovery mechanic basic on the 8th November looking forward to it. Anyone know if you still get the long weekend home on the 8th week?

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

I'd think so, but you might get Christmas and New Year off too

[@bencollins5650]

Xavier cheers mate I was just uncertain because I have so many mixed answers atm 😂 I have mates that are in saying yeah you do the recruitment centre saying you don’t put them my instructions with what to expect saying I possibly do

[@rene9ade]

im croatian,27,no military experience.what are the odds for me to join Paras?

[@maxwellbonett4712]

I don't think you can join as Croatia is not part of the Commonwealth, don't take my word for it though.

[@rene9ade]

@Dav serban no i haven't.i have interest in paras because i heard FFL nowadays are very childish and they dont take it seriously like paras do

[@rene9ade]

@Dav serban fuck.

[@Gman-tr8wb]

Question, why are they training with SUSAT, when the LDS is used now?

[@tomstravels520]

LDS is still in limited numbers and only for frontline infantry. They’ll learn to adapt when they get to unit

[@jaygear2799]

When would be a good time to apply if I’m joining straight after I finish my GCSEs next year?

[@joevaller489]

I would say apply at the earliest possible moment you are eligible because your application could take around 3-6 months till you start basic

[@jaygear2799]

Joe Valler okay thanks mate could I just say when I’m hoping to join?

[@mattywhite12]

@@jaygear2799 I think if there is a suitable slot for you they will send you. But you might get to do your assessment center while in last year of school but once you left you can then go straight in to army. Good luck with your application anyways.

[@jaygear2799]

MW2002Fitness thanks mate was just really unsure when to start 👍🏻

[@matthewsmith2813]

I would love to join the paras or the infantry but I can’t swim. Is there a swimming test and if so will they teach me how to swim

[@nosamsemaj9150]

They don’t do the swimming test cus of COVID-19

[@nosamsemaj9150]

And the paras right now has a waiting list of 8-9 months

[@nosamsemaj9150]

Ben okay

[@yesyesoyes72]

They can teach you how to swim

[@benruss7100]

Was wondering if you knew how easy it is to transfer regiment?

[@callamtheowl5955]

Not very difficult my friend contact your leading officer and let then know

[@jensoncole1885]

Im joining raf cadets in a month or two but joining the raf when im 16 as a weapons technician im 14 now just trying to conquer my fear of heights (im petrifyed ) any advice

[@ftsupreme1483]

Don’t join the raf

[@lachlanchester8142]

Get a grip (at least that's what they'll tell you in the military)

[@jamieharvey409]

Is there any extra kit i should bring with me to phase one thats not on the kit list that would make life easier, like a swiss army knife or something like that

[@MickeyBoy_3]

Never go with a weapon, mate... it’s stated on the joining instruction. You don't wanna cause problem for urself. Please don't go with anything weapon 🙂🙏🏿

[@jamieharvey409]

@@MickeyBoy_3 didnt think it would be classed a weapon, thanks for the heads up though much appreciated 😅

[@MickeyBoy_3]

@@jamieharvey409 you welcome mate... are u going for infantry?

[@jamieharvey409]

@@MickeyBoy_3 no mate, im joining the engineers, start basic training on the 4th october

[@robertarundell2149]

Zinc oxide tape. Cover any hot spots on your feet. Blisters are a bitch...

[@jensoncole1885]

Im joining the raf cadets in a month or two and joing the raf as a weapons technician when im 16 im 14 now trying to conquer my petrifyeng Fear of heights but dont know how any advice ?

[@Tommophillips99]

I sorted mine whilst I was at college doing military prep age 17. As of yesterday I’m now 21 and the fear is back. The only way to ged rid of it from my knowledge and personal experience is to keep going to high places so much that you get use to it. Once you’re use to it don’t stop going because the fear will come back as it did to me.

[@jensoncole1885]

@@Tommophillips99 thx appreciate it

[@Tommophillips99]

Jenson Cole no worries

[@jamesholland1006]

Many recruits shoot left handed in basic training ?

[@tomstravels520]

You can’t shoot left handed with the SA80. If you are left handed you have to adapt

[@jamesholland1006]

@@tomstravels520 cheers man , is it hard to adapt for recruits who are left hand and eye dominant and would it not be of a benefit having left handed shooters in terms of cqb and breaching rooms ?

[@lawsonwardle8635]

When you pass out do you get issued the khaki suit or don’t you because of corona?

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

Usually they do, but because of corona apparently you cant get them because you cant socially distance with the tailor. My question is, what about the recruits who are getting measured at the beginning of training to get the correctly fitted kit... 🤔🧐 makes no sense to me

[@lawsonwardle8635]

Xavier will you get issued the suit eventually?

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

@@lawsonwardle8635 Got no idea mate. All up in the air with all this Covid stuff

[@lawsonwardle8635]

Xavier it has messed things up, I go in, in a a couple of weeks and I would of felt prouder passing out in the suit then I would in my comats

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

@@lawsonwardle8635 Yea I know exactly how you feel. God willing it will all work out. It might sort itself out by the time you're halfway through training...

[@100p9]

does anybody know the score you need to get on the cognitive test to get royal armoured corps

[@Xavier-zd4jq]

I didnt even know the score to do the Royal signals, they dont really tell you. But honestly it shouldn't be that hard. Call up your recruiter and ask what you got and if that suits your job choice 😉👌

[@shmached]

October 18th start date at ITC anyone?

[@heinobezuidenhout674]

How long is basic training?

[@tomstravels520]

Infantry 26 weeks, bit extra for paras and guards Others 14 weeks

[@heinobezuidenhout674]

@@tomstravels520 thanks man. So let say I do my 14 weeks and then you apply for a role like a infantry soldier right. Before you start receiving full pay.

[@tomstravels520]

Heino Bezuidenhout you apply for your role before you start any training

[@danereeves2185]

I’ve got ac Monday , I’m not sure what to do any advice

[@kanedavies8856]

Brush up on maths, go over the act. Don't refuse Tst even if you aren't going for an engineering role, it all counts to your final grade, this shows willingness to put yourself forward. I'm assuming your run should be sound at this point relax and try and enjoy it. I got an outstanding A grade 2 weeks ago mate just keep calm and polite and go over some basic maths most of all it was shocking how many just winged it

[@danereeves2185]

Kane Davies cheers mate my running is good no doubt about that what’s more bothering me is actually going I’m going meant to be going into the welsh guards but I’m having my doubts With different people telling me different things just really don’t no what to do

[@kanedavies8856]

@@danereeves2185 have 3 in your head they say brush up on them and ask lots of questions, get on reddit there's a good subreddit called r/britisharmy ask questions. Don't let other people tell you what to do stick to what you want to do, I must have switched like 5 times before I settled, going avionics tech reme start Feb, long old wait haha

[@danereeves2185]

Ino the guards is what I’d want to do, but it’s just dounting on me weather joining would be the best thing for me

[@kanedavies8856]

@@danereeves2185 ah I see, I'm 23 now and got myself some life experience before I committed, what I would say you can go to assessment then pull out you have not committed even once you have passed. Take some time and think and think what else you're gunna do instead but personally I wouldn't join if you aren't 100% I'm sure many have and it's worked out okay but I feel it's something you should be sure on bro

[@TheWhiteWallPod]

How many times/how far would you recommend running per week? Love the videos!

[@owenbrown1724]

Correct

[@kanedavies8856]

4 times a week, mix 5ks, intervals and 10ks

[@donbarry1]

anyone going Royal Irish ?

[@donbarry1]

Alex 28 yes galway proud 💪🏽

[@jordonfoster5360]

Anyone here looking to join 1 Mercian?

[@iiCTHEnewsLL]

Yes mate just waiting for my dates now they are saying most likely new year some point

[@jordonfoster5360]

Roy Cropper I want to go into armoured infantry and reading up on them all and having friends that worked in/with them I think they’ll suit me best

[@jordonfoster5360]

Braaannndd price ahh good luck pal, have to let me know how it is, I’ve been waiting so long for news myself haha

[@iiCTHEnewsLL]

Jordon Foster just got my date for November mate hope you don’t have to wait too long

[@jordonfoster5360]

Braaannndd price ah wicked, is that basic training?

[@tanks6868]

hello there are more men or women in the british army????😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

[@tanks6868]

@@OfficialBenHall so more women or men???

[@tanks6868]

@@OfficialBenHall ????

[@nosamsemaj9150]

Thomas Brian more men than women

[@yesyesoyes72]

There is more men but the army is diverse and all roles are open to women.

[@mylostsanctuary]

why are you always asking this question? it is obvious that there is more men than woman and this has been answered to you on other videos

[@keycommander971]

Come on boss what happened to having the cap badge over the left eye? Your not a para lol and was that a screw with his hand in his pockets with no headdress or ear defence on tut tut tut lol

[@Zincheavymetel]

anyone staying november 15th at Pirbright?

[@masonrees6398]

8th nov

[@Zincheavymetel]

Mason Rees damn, i start on the 15th

[@theodr9224]

Got mine 11th

[@masonrees6398]

@@theodr9224 are you sure? 11th November? Is that a Tuesday?

[@Zincheavymetel]

Theodr good luck

[@scottw0028]

2:03 whos missed then lmao

[@ALoonwolf]

Wow, they really bang it just inches away from their ears. And notice they need to wear EAR PROTECTION, which means without it THEIR WEAPONS HURT THEMSELVES!!! I heard a soldier guy say he burned himself by carelessly grabbing his gun by the wrong part. OK...

[@traceyprice524]

I start 20 th September who's joining the royal Irish regiment

[@djrxp]

Good luck!

[@truthmediarebel5816]

As an ex SAS/Paratrooper i advise you not to join the British army. You have no human rights, after service no care, put on the streets and many ex soldier commit suicide. Don't join.

[@tomstravels520]

So what, we should just have no army at all?

[@truthmediarebel5816]

@Alex 28 Men normally apologise what are you? www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-47881119

[@russbooth6766]

probs as there are not many jobs for squaddies who can transfer their skills over. You have human rights don`t be so bloody daft. After service care is out there, its just a case of being persistent enough when accessing the help to make sure you get it.