Ranger School: RAP Week Failure Stats and How to Pass

RAP week (Ranger Assessment Phase) is the first week of Ranger School and includes many tests that you MUST pass in order to move on to ranger School. Here are some recent statistics regarding RAP week and some tips for your own success.
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[@doom4067]

I still can't get my head around someone going through all the trouble of showing up and then not having the whole packing list.

[@therangersinger]

I could never understand that either. I was a very organized dude during my time and I still checked my crap like 30 times prior to arriving at ranger school. of course the italian airlines lost my luggage. just like they did in sniper school. just like they did for BNOC 🤣🤣. For sniper school and BNOC they arrived about 2 days later. ranger school my shit showed up 7 days later. needless to say I was a recycle right off the bat. it finally arrived, I started the next class, went straight through. the only good thing that came out of that was a few weeks of picking grass out of rocks, repainting battalion scrolls on the sides of the buildings, polishing everything that was brass in the ranger hall of Fame I ended up getting the jitters out of the way about being there that when the next class started it wasn't as much of a slap in the face 🤣

[@DickDickerson01]

IKR

[@AchillesofAchilles]

Righttt

[@HeyMikeyLikesIt2]

It happens.

[@garrettcushman1722]

I’m going for round 2 in July. I unfortunately blew out my knee in Darby. But I can attest that the Gritty Soldier Ranger prep program is GOLD! I did the 13 week and the 6 week prior to going in 2021. I arrived at school completely confident in my ability to pass RAP and move on through the course and I did. I was just unfortunate to get injured during patrols. Your advice is spot on for RAP week.

[@GrittySoldier]

It happens man, just go back and get it done. 👍

[@theblackboxpodcastshow1791]

Good luck, you'll make it, great things will come to you with a positive mindset and earning that tab is an honor that a lot of men would love to attain.

[@jasonbourne1119]

I truly believe that a good portion of the RPA failures, especially the push-up failures, fail because of something mental. I remember when I got down there with the RI right next to me, it was almost a surreal feeling, your head can definitely get the best of you.

[@SuperDannyR]

I saw these stats this past week. Definitely motivation for me to get my s*** together and stay motivated. Started your run program this week. Doing the Ranger 13 week after. I appreciate your videos man. 🤙🏽

[@GrittySoldier]

🤙

[@GGHarvey]

I don’t plan on going to Ranger school but these videos are always so informative and just great to watch! Always something to take away from it

[@matthewflores6561]

Hell Yeah Great Stuff Gritty🤓💪🏽💪🏽

[@GrittySoldier]

👊

[@hernanmarin3904]

Good info...RANGER class 9-94 here, back then we used to call it Zero week....RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!!!!

[@geraintjones6401]

Are you ok, Gritty? Weather's turning wet & windy here in N Wales. Just how I like it! 🤘

[@Cody-qq9vv]

All great info.

[@GrittySoldier]

👌

[@smtheepicgamingcouple1818]

Just watched one of your ruck walking videos and your already got me hook on your other videos man! I know what a heallock is now for running. Appreciate you man! Keep up the work. ✅

[@johnhendrickson5695]

I went through Ranger School starting in April 1973. There was no RAP week then, but basically most activities discussed in what is now called RAP was called City Week in my day. Took place at the Harmony Church area. I was a MP 2LT with a year of AD and won the class leadership award, then called Merrill’s marauders Award. 88 of the original 236 starters graduated and were TABed in my class. Probably some recycles graduated later?

[@SGMBalboni]

09-22 Grad. RS is over hyped. Show up fit and ready to go. You will be just fine. The failures during RAP week could not pass a physical event, did not know how to do land nav, or did not practice RTTs enough. Simple as that.

[@davidbordeau1698]

Real one 🤘🏼

[@soty8877]

Looks like Hawaii still in the window. I Just did “mock zero day” (on a three day notice) for air assault out at wheeler. 12 mile ruck on deck. Those garmonts saved me on the uphill run to the O-course.

[@anitahalvorson6586]

ps loved the videos on how to eat in 4 or 5 minutes. those were so cool.

[@GrittySoldier]

👌

[@estatemanager1130]

nice review

[@GrittySoldier]

👍

[@cvo7617]

Great video do you train people that are possibly becoming future soldiers

[@xxbojanglezxx4115]

Good Morning! Would it be possible for you to do a video on the top need-to-knows for members from other services who would like to work towards attending Ranger School? Not just getting in, but also those items that may be standard knowledge for Soldiers but not for Airmen or Guardians?

[@JamesSmith-ps2ez]

Good Morning Gritty Soldier, I was also one of the guys dropped from 11-22. Thanks for your video although I'd caution you that a couple of things were a bit different at RS this last time. One is the Ranger pro app is 100% not up to date with the standards at RS. Most notably is the claymore. The other thing is the "They don't smoke you before the RPA" . They got into us a bit during the layout and the forced bag carries were killers.

[@GrittySoldier]

Good intel! Thanks for letting everyone know!

[@johannbloch4002]

Keep your head up dude! I’m sure you will be back soon.

[@HumbleDishwasher]

Hey man, I was in chilling Charlie. The smoking you guys got was ruthless compared to ours XD nice job working through it. I'll see you back there homie, keep killing it

[@jhondericklaton9427]

my legs was jelly after that smoking but not bad and chewing gum makes you awake all the time

[@davidvaltiner6036]

A-Co loves to smoke you the whole day during day 0 with pushups and y-squats!!! warm greetings from Austria to all the future rangers out there and of course to all my ranger brothers

[@vi7053]

Just graduated, appreciate the videos dude

[@GrittySoldier]

Congrats! 🤘

[@nathantoland5077]

badass, just graduated OSUT A CO, 2-29. Off to airborne then RASP

[@sugewhitejacoby8654]

I think I'm going to have nightmares tonight after listening to this! I went through RANGER SCHOOL in summer 82. 62 started 19 finished! Do they just have unlimited slots for RANGER and RIP. I remember it being super hard to get in? But things have changed. I think because I was in when there was no public conflicts going on, not many wanted to go that route.

[@bignick2k215]

Got out of the Marine Corps last year, but I’ve been quite interested in Rangers. Might talk to a recruiter about it. I was admin so I know I’m at a disadvantage, I’m debating going basic rifleman to get the tab and be among the elite. Respect to you Rangers.

[@hunterv270]

Get option 40 contract go to rasp then go get your tab

[@modelashane7545]

People who complete ranger school are “ranger qualified” not actual rangers. Since you’re prior service, it will be difficult to get a contract to go to ranger bat. If you want the tab, join the guard or army, go in the infantry and perform well. Your command will send you to school as long as your PME complete. I’ve done all these, as a prior service 0311 looking through all my options I actually joined the guard, picked up rank quick, got a fat ass promotion and been sent to plenty of schools.

[@matthewmartin9926]

9-22 Grad, If possible don't take the smoking's too serious day 0 (and all of that week tbh). RPFT was very fair in terms of RI grading, I watched it as a Darby recycle as well. Land nav got a lot of people in the summer veg. Go to closest point first. RTTs should be a easy or you didnt prep well. Don't use Ranger pro its not correct. 12 mile is a grit fest/do you want it. Use and pace electrolyte consumption throughout it. RAP is an open book prep well and take it hour by hour. Sleep with feet elevated. All TA-50 is now brought from home unit. Aerobic shape is great but strength is helpful. 37min 5 mile, land nav retest, 2:57 ruck in school. I was B-co started 113 ended RAP with 52

[@hunterv270]

Very helpful thanks man.

[@UltraMarine22297]

Can you elaborate on Ranger Pro not being correct?

[@ethanrecinto1988]

as one of the soldiers that dropped 11-22, it really wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be just make sure you show up ready to do each event with little to no recovery time. Hopefully I get a chance to go back

[@GrittySoldier]

Go back! 💪

[@JamesSmith-ps2ez]

Hey Sir! It's Smith. I'm going to try and walk on to this next class. Gonna hit it again.

[@ethanrecinto1988]

@@JamesSmith-ps2ez good luck!

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

@@GrittySoldier how can I get an option 40 contact?

[@snooproach8500]

@@emmanuelawosusi2365 ask your recruiter

[@J_Bum]

Could you make a video for tips on a new guy transitioning into the Army?

[@MAC-ws8fz]

Hey Sage, what are the arm tattoo's supposed to represent? Also, Did you mention in Land Nav, are you alone in this test?

[@Redacted724]

I can pass the RPA as of now no problem, do you have any tips about the sleep deprivation? That is what will get me for sure.

[@armandopeters5086]

I’m heading out to basic July 31st I have option 40 in my contract so I got a month to train I’ve been rucking, running, etc. I’m really worried on land nav considering I’m not prior service how do you recommend getting ready at home with limited tools? Same thing with disassembling guns or setting up a land mine?

[@aquatixofficial7868]

Swimming is the only thing I’m worried about

[@GGHarvey]

Can we get some EIB/ESB train up videos!?

[@ryanburr2164]

Went in 2020. They smoked us prior to the RPFA. Tons of running to a fence 50 yards away and holding the Y squat

[@gaithergains7882]

Wassup man. I’m in the navy so I don’t really ruck. Where do you buy your Ruck bag at?

[@andrew3066]

Hi mate, do you still have a discount on the crossfire DG3 backpack for rucking?

[@erichill5328]

Anyone have any advice on some high speed civilian footwear? I love rucking through my neighborhood but I would like to not use the Garmont T8 NSF boots. I’m looking for some good low cut hiking boots. Maybe some Salomon’s would work. I purchased the arch support and socks that Gritty recommended. I just need some good quality low cut hiking boots. Thanks

[@brokenking03]

I want to go to ranger school at some point in my military career

[@marksmusicplace3627]

the crazy part is so many people go to ranger school and not attend pre ranger. Pre ranger will go through every thing to prep for ranger school success to a point.

[@GrittySoldier]

I agree, definitely don’t skip pre-Ranger.

[@primalmoustache]

Just to make sure. I hear people say chin up all the time and mean pull up. Is it really only 6 chin-ups for minimum requirement? I always felt like pull-ups were harder.

[@williamvigil2951]

For those of us who aren't prepping for ranger school but just want to work on our skills. How about you do some basics videos. Like basics of land nav for example

[@GrittySoldier]

👍

[@JohnWilliams-wz9vk]

Land nav..get a solid pace count..average it over different terrain. Trust your compass..always shoot azimuth center mass of your body. .shoot azimuths..300..yards out .or so .

[@jamesallen3799]

There is no excuse for not being able to accomplish these standards when you arrive unless you get hurt. The standards are known, and one must be ready for them. This is an individual responsibility.

[@JakubRosman]

For the 12 mile ruck, what was your strategy for pacing? Did you go all out in the beginning and taper off and risk burn out, or tried to keep it consistent?

[@GrittySoldier]

Consistency is key 👍

[@JakubRosman]

@@GrittySoldier Thank you! I leave in a month.

[@ryancooper5094]

Is going through RASP right after OSUT a good idea? My thought is since I would already be used to training and being in good shape afterwords I should be in a good mindset to continue training. Thoughts?

[@shootingbricks8554]

Rangers of the 75th Ranger Regiment statistically have the highest pass rate in Ranger School of any Army unit. If you can make it to Ranger Batt, you'll have an advantage over other soldiers.

[@tylerjohnson9436]

Hey man, love your videos, huge fan. I have a question though, will cardio slow down your muscle growth (like upper body)?

[@thisisseaurchin9089]

You just got eat enough calories.

[@rickychang3112]

Is there a way i can use a visa giftcard to purchase the 13 week ranger program, and pay the balance using a credit card?

[@patrickodonnell9388]

I have seen guys fail for not having all there gear one guy was missing a sock. I want to know when they changed it from RIP to RASP? I was in the Army back in the late 80s early 90s. It sounds like it's still the same process.

[@gen3kali877]

Is this Black Thought or Vanilla Ice level rap?

[@WBT1993]

🔥

[@tyrecelestin]

They told me not to let my chest t touch the ground on push ups.

[@personalaccount8914]

My biggest issue right now is that as far as I can tell I basically can't practice RTT's in the national guard

[@HumbleDishwasher]

Don't worry about it homie, you will get squared away at rtac

[@jimdeese7526]

I know someone who is going to Ranger School, can a soldier wear a watch in Ranger School? If so what do you recommend?

[@GrittySoldier]

Yes but only a watch with no GPS function.

[@Swxt-]

Im going after ait. I got rtli, rtac. And then i do ranger.

[@mpreste71]

Hey I’m at bragg right now, I’m trying to go to ranger here in the next few months, but have to go to surt first. What can I expect?

[@MrColin2192]

I just finished SURT. SURT RAP week is designed to be harder than Ranger RAP week. You can go on your own and train on The SURT 5 mile route on your own. They don't care. The only big takeaway if you make is past RAP at SURT is they still do all of their patrols at squad level where as Ranger School it's platoon level.

[@vpgnicaragua3927]

I got drop from class 11-22, is dumb how the cadre’s grade candidates… im heading back to ranger school class 01-23

[@GrittySoldier]

Get it done!

[@vpgnicaragua3927]

@@GrittySoldier I been 3 times to surt 😅back to back

[@LikeABoss1211]

How is the Combatives?

[@samsimon8357]

Do you have any tips on how to keep the molle 2 rucksack from creaking to a minimum ?

[@GrittySoldier]

Dude yeah that is annoying. Honestly I havnt found anything that works for me… try try ti make sure everything is as tight as it can be (attachment straps).

[@samsimon8357]

@@GrittySoldier Thanks I'll give it a try with the attachment straps I've got the older model with only the two on each side. I'll attach it near the bottom from right to left . Thanks again.

[@Felixpippenger]

Going to ranger school on October 30th, I have RTLI and RTAC the whole month before, how do you feel about those schools

[@GrittySoldier]

You’ll be set up for success after that! 👍

[@biglipgod]

at rtli rn bro

[@johnnyb33good21]

​@Keaton how did you get selected for RTLI? What are the Cadre or drill Sergeants looking for?

[@johnnyb33good21]

How many soldiers were picked for RTLI? Did you know about you would have this opportunity for RTLI, RTAC & Ranger School before you joined the National Guard

[@curtismccorkel6985]

Nice high rise

[@GrittySoldier]

👍 😂

[@jessebonnville8924]

Does anyone know if they count the reps out loud for push up and sit ups?

[@Huckleberry720]

It’s RI dependent. Just graduated 10-22 and my grader counted every one out loud. Some guys I talked to had a grader count every 10 or so and some didn’t say a word until they hit 49 or failed.

[@VitalChoices]

They smoke you all day on Day 0 during layout.

[@alexdwyer3943]

I’m leaving for basic in November and then OCS after graduation. Once I commission I know I’ll have to go to BOLC (hopefully infantry), but at what point will I be going to Ranger School? Right after IBOLC or is it weeks/months later? Also what’s different between enlisted and officers at Ranger School? Thank you!

[@outdoorchristianboy]

Usually at least a preranger program in between and no one wears rank at ranger school.

[@HectorPerez-tk7ej]

I went straight through and graduated class 11-98. Went straight to Ranger School from being a private in the 2nd 75th and never had a physical issue with any test. And P. S. No female could of made it through my class. I hear standards are lowered nowadays. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dean4996]

Be ready to run a 5:30 mile for 6/7 cupcakes

[@dorkyanimations5]

❤️🇺🇸🙌🏻

[@rayguerra5067]

I passed In pre Ranger, but didn’t pass, just kidding I passed everything, it’s Easy if you have the right mind set

[@Tkcrypto1]

5 miles and 37miles. Lol. My question is, why at the push ups and sit ups so low, but you have to be able to run like triathlete. Blows my mind that people can run 12 miles in 2.5 hours with a ruck. Lol

[@nathanisenhour4420]

Another program did 12mile in 2hrs24mins. In pouring down rain over jungle terrain surface. Wasn't nothing flat . 50' ^ -150' ^ & down. 100% humidity index. 98degs. On record. There was a guy named Dra'go. Ran triathlons in that program. I went up against him. He came past me like I was crawling. And only 5'7 tall 175 lbs. I paced in behind him . At turn point . If I recall. He done a 2hr5min time. I got back ,he asked what happened to me..I said I had to take stop and shit..lol..out of my four man team. A Sgt. Was just fkng 100yards away from the turn in. And he just locked up..His muscles were gone.locked up..lacked potassium etc. I wore jungle boots with Cadillac inserts , Goretex socks, and secret blister sauce..Dry under arm stick rubbed on tops and heel areas of the feet.. no blisters etc. My 82nd ABN unit ran 5 -10 mile runs every week...Wet 80lb sand bag work outs. Sand bag push ups. Two man teams. We trained with heavier Alice packs..Not 35..But 80lbs over weekly.. Conditioning yourself..

[@dx42]

"They're WERE 126 drops", not "there was".

[@jamescooper4872]

Question about RTT: if a soldier has earned the EIB, does this help prepare for the RTT?

[@GrittySoldier]

Absolutely, but don’t assume the EIB standards are the same as RTTs 👍

[@jamescooper4872]

@Gritty Soldier Thanks!! My son (PFC with He Old Guard) earned the EIB in March, at Air Assault School now. He's squared away, super fit, and does his prep. They have said they'll send him to Ranger School later this year. We'll see how it goes - no news is always good news for these thi gs!

[@anitahalvorson6586]

dumb question: any female Rangers?

[@GrittySoldier]

Not dumb at all, there are ABSOLUTELY female rangers.

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

How can I be a ranger right out of high school?

[@J_Bum]

Google dude…

[@maahir44]

Yeah you can do that! You have to be on active duty first though. So try to get an option 40, pass basic training, rasp and airborne school, and you’re a ranger! Well you’ll also have to pass ranger school sooner or later too. (This is coming from a civilian who also wants to be ranger, so this is not ‘professional’ advice and this is based on my knowledge)

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

@@maahir44 thanks

[@LA_Commander]

Talk to your local Army recruiter.

[@Pnpjb]

There ain’t no secret to it . Get the weapons out and get the reps in . Ranger school is not hard

[@Tyler_255]

i aint been or nothing but what about the 3 hours of sleep per night and starvation and 100 lb rucks

[@Tyler_255]

is it as bad as it sounds or na

[@Pnpjb]

@@Tyler_255 nah it’s not even bad tbh it just sounds worse then it is . I went straight thru when I was a private . Just takes a little grit and that’s all you need . The food and sleep deprivation become normal and you figure out a routine .

[@rayguerra5067]

Ranger School is easy as long as you got your packing list and Balls, swim if you need to, it’s only 1 test, don’t be a p uss y

[@namechecksout2396]

They pushed females through is this really a legitimate course at this point

[@alainfreedom3159]

Hope you did not take the poisoned government shot otherwise all this training for nothing

[@cruzduran1480]

I’m currently training for sapper school, I have been utilizing your videos as a blue print as a guide if you will, I am confident that with the advice you provide it will be more than enough to help us few that wanna take our army careers to the next level and be successful. Thanks Gritty 🇺🇸🫡