Basic Training | LAST MINUTE TIPS Before Leaving

[@Jacob-wr7ch]

I did such a good job flying under the radar the drill sergeant asked me who I was and if I was there the whole time in like the last week of basic 😂.

[@r1chexy398]

Jacob2581 damn how?

[@alanzandraheslep4008]

Share your method!

[@Jacob-wr7ch]

Simple, do everything they tell you and don’t mess up. The less you mess up, the less chance you’ll get called out. Also don’t volunteer for anything and don’t talk much.

[@JKVTrucking007]

Lol

[@corbin87445]

Same I was at the forge and he asked if I was in his platoon

[@haydenmcc6187]

Leave tomorrow. God give me strength 💪

[@GoogleGebruiker]

And how is it?

[@saljm697]

You'll be out soon! Good on ya brother.

[@royalbloodlinewarriorblood1474]

How did it go?

[@saljm697]

@@royalbloodlinewarriorblood1474 He died.

[@karanbhandari976]

Hayden McC how was basic training ?

[@markjacksonroyales1674]

Here's the summary: 1. Don't pack excessive stuff for basic training; only bring what you need. 2. Get a good night's rest before leaving for reception, as the first day at basic training can be physically and mentally demanding. 3. Be mindful of the people you associate with; avoid troublemakers, as drill sergeants observe and judge the group dynamics. 4. Basic training is a temporary phase; keep in mind that everything has an end, which can help endure the challenging moments. 5. There are two approaches to basic training: flying under the radar or embracing leadership roles. Choose what suits your goals and personality. 6. If you want to be a leader, volunteer for leadership positions, score well in PT tests, and make it known that you are willing to take on responsibility. 7. If you want to fly under the radar, avoid drawing attention to yourself, don't volunteer excessively, and try not to be in the spotlight. 8. When dealing with homesickness, try not to dwell on it too much; focus on the tasks at hand and get immersed in the training, as it will help time pass more quickly.

[@ThePoshPrince]

Thanks a lot

[@aaotcis]

Basic Training is your first opportunity to excel with three weapons: Grenade, Rifle, Machinegun. Maximize on achieving EXPERT, these badges will be displayed on your Class A (dress uniform). The APFT is your greatest achievement during BT - strive for the highest score possible. Also, be proactive in developing personal soft skills COMMUNICATION is your strongest interaction skill. Leaders are recognized by being SELFLESS, helping your mates (those asking for it, and those struggling with tasks), do not worry about being seen as "goody two shoes" or "wanna be", your DI/DS will see it, recognise it, even refer other enlistees to you on case by case basis.

[@MattWard89]

Love your comments, except that (thumbs down) one.. But It's ok I also agree with you in a way on that.

[@mondaysinsanity8193]

Is there no pistol training? Im amazing with a handgun and was hoping to shine there oh and is there any knife or any martial arts?

[@chernobyl1987]

Monday's insanity I think in Mossad academy.

[@MrBoat-me5ts]

mmmmm grenade. yeah :)

[@MrSheckstr]

I flew under the radar by volunteering to be a row guard. The red vest kept my nameplate covered whenever we were in formation.

[@J23Fitz]

I graduated OSUT in February but damn I never thought of that! Very smart my guy

[@BrobaFett2494]

shipin out in the next few weeks! bro ive been watching your vids since i enlisted over the summer and they 100% helped ease the stress of going to basic. thanks man!

[@BlazingMaryJane420]

Where are you shipping to? I leave for Ft. Benning in less than 2 weeks

[@BrobaFett2494]

fort sill. since you are going to benning you are probably infantry right?

[@BlazingMaryJane420]

Deadly POG Yes sir! Was curious if we were going to be leaving at the same time to the same place

[@StraightStallin]

Leave for fort sill the 20th🤘🏽

[@BrobaFett2494]

nice man il probably be getting there right when you get out of reception haha

[@kylem5311]

Fixing to go to a recruiter Monday for enlisting in the army! Your videos are definitely easing my mind and getting me overall excited to join, I'm married 3 kids and 27 years old bout to be a big change!! Good luck to everyone joining! 😎😎

[@redjack7296]

So how did it go

[@hostilewarrior03]

Leaving within the next couple weeks to BCT and can’t tell you how much your videos have helped put my mind at ease... I’ve always felt no matter what I never did enough to prepare for anything no matter what it was and that’s the only bad feeling I have now. Thank you for your videos they have helped so much

[@brandenjoseph31]

hostilewarrior03 did you take the OPAT?

[@hostilewarrior03]

Cloudy HD yes I did

[@BlazingMaryJane420]

Where are you shipping to?

[@hostilewarrior03]

Cory Swope I’ll be going to Fort Benning

[@woechun-li763]

hostilewarrior03 yea he has yo!! This dude actually sits and talks with you and makes you feel encouraged! I’m currently waiting on my moral waiver my battalion commander is the guy over the Puerto Rico mission so he’s never in office but he just got back today so hopefully tomorrow or Monday I’ll talk with him and he can approve my waiver. Been waiting about 2 months. Now granted 1 week was hurricane Irma and then last week up until yesterday he was in Puerto Rico. Now after the interview and it gets approved I’m off to MEPS and then it’s a departure date! But shootemup89 do a video on moral waiver and why they are needed and how long they take!

[@Lana-tx9ee]

Taking the ASVAB and going to MEPS next week . Enlisting as a 68W !!

Nice! I'm E Co. at 232ND right now just starting Whiskey Phase in two days. Don't sweat BCT but try to get in shape for 232, they do some hard PT here (look out for A Co.)

[@T38-m8o]

i ship out in like 5 seconds

[@MikeWill30]

How was it?

[@dhruvjat8150]

Guess he never made it back out

[@JungSooLeee]

RIP T38

[@jaydensain4409]

He alive but he dead ☠️

[@PhilMacrackin-wj7bg]

@@jaydensain4409he still at 30th ag 4 years later handing out juice boxes😂

[@tko0988]

I ship out tmrw. Thanks for the vids bro

[@insertname9581]

Does anyone else not mind being smoked or tune it out just like *that's a loud ass fly in my ear*

[@twoez9686]

Lmfao I'm about to board my plane to ship out to basic and this comment helped. It's your fault if I start laughing when he's in my ear.

[@ttaarraaayt8660]

@@twoez9686 how was it?

[@Idev721]

August 26, 2020. Currently almost 3:30 in the morning. First flight on my itinerary towards Ft. Jackson is at 0900 and I cannot sleep... the time leading up to this day went by so fast and since I am going into the Army as an active duty 25Q soldier, I already know that I will not see my family in what will be a very long time. I'm ecstatic and a little nervous to start this new chapter of my life. Wish me luck guys. :)

[@corbin87445]

Left for jackson August 17th pretty good time

[@marshmallowsnack9118]

Leaving Monday. Thank you Matt for all the videos. Wish I discovered them sooner but I’m thankful for RSP teaching me a lot. You would be a great teacher/recruiter at RSP. Keep up the great videos!

[@cameronandrews844]

Shipping tomorrow to Fort Sill Oklahoma! Thanks for all the videos Matt! Keep up the good work and keep helping us feel more confident before we go!

[@ritawallace3723]

can’t tell you how much your videos have helped put my mind at ease...

[@deviousdismantled6134]

I leave for Fort Sill, feb 5. Thank you for these videos man. They helped alot! If i ever cross your path Imma shake your hand because you really did help put my mind at ease.

[@jessetimmerman3548]

Devious Dismantled how’d it go? I leave for Fort Sill in 12 days

[@thechurches_]

Shipping to Fort Jackson today! About to board the plane😁

[@A-arxn]

Leigha Churchill update? I leave to Jackson in a few days

[@alkalionpower]

relaxing Jackson

[@olaitansalako2718]

When u get off the plane, is there bus straight to fort Jackson

[@r1chexy398]

imsokewl27 the most random comment

[@lupemartinez6452]

@@r1chexy398 frr

[@RafaelMartinez-he6sk]

I leave to Fort Benning on January 16th. 11X. Thank you so much for your tips and advice. Keep doing what you’re doing 🤘🏽

[@apallok54]

Rafael Martinez how did you do

[@racheltemplin2880]

I leave next week for Fort Sill. I've been re-watching all your BCT videos to help mentally prepare myself.

[@MattWard89]

That’s awesome to hear! Good luck in basic! :)

[@bryanpatenge3347]

Ft Benning in 2002 they were not messing around. 11b is no joke

[@malikky9731]

That's what I want . What was it like

[@18klix25]

Leaving for BCT in Fort Jackson in two weeks and have been doing some running, push-ups and sit-ups for the past month. Hopefully I am good enough. Thanks for the tips Matt!

[@DrGrape-iq7fi]

Crazy I seen this video when it came out and now seeing 2 years later and leaving in a week feels good

[@nickhers9413]

Leaving for Benning today, thanks for the vids Matt they’ve helped me a lot!

[@isaiahcollier2028]

You at reception

[@sk8mates443]

I leave in 2 days! Been watching all of your videos and planning and preparing! Thanks for everything! Fort Jackson, here I come!!! - Andrew Stokes

[@fubienkasirri2087]

I love this guy. Very simple and straightforward.

[@jcpenny2438]

No one: Absolutely no one: The Military: Die and then you're in.

[@1104hitman]

Leaving for Fort Jackson tomorrow, thanks for all the informative vids. You’re the man.

[@CL0SRAY]

Leaving to Fort Sill Oklahoma in 2 weeks! I’m nervous as hell but also excited! Thank you for these videos !

[@sierrasparacello5624]

Carlos Estevez i leave August 19th! For Fort Sill too! See you there!

[@CL0SRAY]

sierra sparacello 13th for me. 3 more days 😬🤞🏾

[@brittinystovall3009]

I love watching your videos! My boyfriend is at basic training and you give the most information I have found yet! Thank you for easing my mind!!!

[@shawnwilloughby1003]

I am headed to 30th AG in October. Thanks Matt for all of your tips and videos! I believe that in failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. Your content really helps people like me.

[@iPepy]

Shipping tomorrow. Sitting in the hotel right now

[@jaydensain4409]

Good luck bruh 😎

[@ebag2316]

Leave to Fort Benning tomorrow, thanks for all the tips Matt, your videos have helped tremendously in me preparing!

[@jaineshnesh3858]

"is all temporary"

[@pogga7622]

Jainesh Nesh god bless you man that is really comforting

[@nicholassteiner8340]

Family day - Infantry OSUT - five weeks left - thank you for everything, Sir.

[@ATF-US]

going in a few months when i get my senior credits. planning on going into airborne school. this video definitely helped

[@xinyuxue868]

Leaving in 2 days to fort Jackson, hardest part is saying good bye for awhile to family and friends for me... i can take beatings and ass chewing but damn, my friends made it hard for me lol

[@mzzsoldier25yearsago65]

I want the hard route when I go to basic training , I’m going to destroy every obstacle that comes my way I love PT

[@wes3166]

Did you?

[@d3lan011]

Fort Jackson in 2019/09/17. I’m hype for this. Can’t come soon enough. Thank you for putting these out to make the process easier.

[@tannerpaulson2668]

Leaving in 12hrs. God, give me strength! Fort Sill here I come

[@zachrowley7989]

Leaving for basic soon myself can't wait for this opportunity all the info you've given in your videos definitely help!

[@MattWard89]

Good luck!!!

[@dylanbratton2108]

I leave for marine basic Monday. I’ve not slept in 2 days, so nervous. It’s Thursday… love the video

[@ThePoshPrince]

Hope it went well

[@anemonespotted189]

I’m outta here tomorrow boys, headed to benning

[@GoogleGebruiker]

And how is it?

[@JoshVanTubergen]

Today's the day...

[@MattWard89]

Good luck!

[@andrewst.pierre4420]

Can you make a video how to get into airborne and rangers and such if airborne isnt in your contract

[@aaotcis]

Andrew St. Pierre Airborne and Air assault are voluntary schools, tabs that must be renewed yearly. Ranger is a disciplined school with specific job titles, something you talk to your recruiter. Of course, you can volunteer for Ranger school after serving for awhile, however, speaking a foreign language will give you an edge. It's preferred, too.

[@mauricematla1215]

Or if you have trubbels being away from home and miss your mommy. Stay out.

[@deediedededoe]

Maurice Matla are you ok?

[@michaela.6381]

I know this is a 3 year old video, but if anyone else reading this with same question - if it’s not in your contract, 99.99% of the time you won’t get jump school (or Air Assault). The only .01 percent of the time where you might get to volunteer during BCT to go to jump right afterwards if someone else wants to get out of jump and a slot opens. The Army couldn’t care less you want to jump, they just want slots filled. The fine print is “needs of the Army”, so if you have an open contract, it’s very hard to get jump right after BCT. Most likely you’ll have to wait until it’s time to re-enlist to get jump as an incentive to re-up. Bottom line, if you want something, get it in your contract! My first contract included jump, guaranteed 82nd, and ACF. After my first enlistment with the Army, I’d ultimately go into the Air Force, retiring from the Air Guard. Each time it came time to re-enlist, took advantage of incentives so had plenty of bonuses, student loan repayments, and even an F-16 ride.

[@nathanroth6769]

Leave for Fort Jackson tomorrow. Thank you for all the great videos!

[@JAndersonThe2nd]

Nathan Roth i leave June 17th to fort jackson

[@alexandermacbeth4068]

i leave next tuesday and broooo. your videos are exactly what i needed. Thank you So much sir.

[@blacknyellow962]

I leave tomorrow for Fort Benning and I’m excited

[@Luckyshot90]

blacknyellow962 how was it?

[@StraightStallin]

Perfect timing i leave for Fort Sill the 20th, thanks for another awesome vid✊🏻

[@nathanadams4820]

StraightStallin How was Fort Sill? I leave Monday for BCT there!

[@destineepowell6837]

How was fort sill I’m going there

[@tquorivan9084]

Leaving on Sunday.! Thanks for this video.!

[@MM-us3bn]

Leavin 9-16-24 thanks for the info.

[@NinjaTraylen]

Leaving out today appreciate it

[@migelioo]

Heading out tomorrow!!

[@GoogleGebruiker]

How was it?

[@migelioo]

Token Black it was definitely an experience like no other

[@itswysdumb]

Leaving in 2 weeks ! Super excited 🤞🏽

[@connormurphy5968]

1 week you got this bro! Listen to this good advice he gives. I was known like the 2nd day by my drills. By week 5 or 6 every single drill sergeant besides like 2 from my whole company knew me

[@itswysdumb]

@@connormurphy5968 thank you man ! Cheers 🤞🏽

[@markusfink5248]

Heading off tomorrow to Ft Leonard Wood tomorrow!

[@aRafeal]

Leaving Monday thanks for the videos

[@Jjindot_gae]

Hey Matt. Your videos helped me a lot! I'm leaving in 2 weeks to Fort Jackson woohoo!! 15Y all the way up!!

[@karensarreal71]

Thanks for this video. I will be leaving on the first Monday of January 2019. Your videos have been my help in preparing for BCT.

[@bagelmania2770]

I leave in a couple of weeks to Fort Jackson. Been binging on all your videos lately. Great advice.

[@CMoneyMoss]

15W Fort Sill January, thanks for the videos man.

[@Gunst_the_god_eater]

i go for the same mos in july

[@destineepowell6837]

Kein Suppe Fur Dich what day in july

[@Gunst_the_god_eater]

the 9th

[@Gogogo978]

Shipping tomorrow morning thanks for the videos !!!!!!

[@sierrasparacello5624]

Leaving for Fort Sill, OK on August 19th!!

[@annawhetstone667]

sierra sparacello I leave the 20th for fort sill!

[@sierrasparacello5624]

Anna Whetstone omg I’ll see you there!!

[@eahunter]

How was it ??

[@shaynapeeples6630]

I leave next Tuesday...fort Jackson🤪🤪🤦. I'm excited n nervous but ready

[@ninalovee2869]

Shayna Peeples relaxion jackson!

[@KanyeLoreEnthusiast]

Your channel is a godsend, thank you so much. I leave to Fort Jackson a day before my birthday lol

[@MattWard89]

I left the DAY OF my birthday lol so I feel You on that one

[@mikenolan9440]

Leaving for basic in 3 weeks. Looking forward to it. Thanks for the vid

[@devoncompton8840]

Leaving for Fort Benning in 4 days, lets see how well this works.

[@rednoseready5960]

This video seriously helped me plan. I think my struggle will be the last one because I think often and about everything and I’ve never been able to turn it off. I’ll have to seriously work on being in the moment and not ten years in the future

[@user-ov1ep5rf2l]

How'd it go

[@andrewtola7181]

Your video are great, I'm shipping out today on my way to reception. Thanks for your great information.

[@chrischarlie6806]

I'm at the Hotel right now and go to MEPS tommarow morning. I might wear in, pray for me (to God the Father in Jesus name, aided by Holy Spirit.) Amen

[@recceralph]

Shipping to Benning at the end of the month!!! Thanks for all the help

[@jasondove1219]

Another great video shootem. Informative, unbiased, and helpful. Thanks for all you do!

[@MattWard89]

Thanks!!!

[@faithmaine5529]

Leaving for Jackson on monday. Super nervous but your videos really helped

[@zebhedrick9757]

I got 19 days till basic at Leonardwood , gonna be there for 5 months, 9 weeks of basic, 9 weeks of advanced for 74D, super excited

[@isaiahcollier2028]

How was it

[@daviddumas5503]

Leaving tomorrow for Ft. Jackson!

[@gregjohnson71]

Leave in 2 weeks for Fort Jackson best part of that is I'm suppose to leave reception and start basic on my birthday (shark attack is the best gift ever lol jk) but I'm ready to go wish me luck

[@valoranderson3755]

Shipping tomorrow BABYYYY!!!!

[@damiangonzalez6297]

Leaving to basic training June 8 thank you for the videos you posted I'm little less nervous and more excited

[@KYZIONWOW]

Bro I leave today man I’m excited asf too

[@Planetts.]

@@KYZIONWOW how did it go

[@mag1631]

Being first and going for that Army Achievement Medal will not pay off unless you plan on trying to be hardcore your whole career. AAM is a very easy medal to get. I'd recommend never be first and never be last. Because so much also depends on your units you also end up going to after basic.

[@mag1631]

The best leaders I had were very down to earth people that got promoted naturally. Take that how you all want. So much varies with personality and life after basic training.

[@jeremyfrancois9101]

One tip I would give is get in the best shape of your life before you leave. It will be much easier and one less thing the drill sargent will mess with you on

[@lameboysharp9928]

Shipping tomorrow, thanks for the info

[@leothelion9030]

Thanks for the tips good advice leaving for Fort Lost in the Woods Missouri on the 16th June 2018 Good idea to add more # to get more veiws

[@Kayo.kale1]

I ship out tomorrow. I’ve been so scared about leaving currently 18 and the first family member to join the military. I currently miss my family members so much

[@jakeoffill93]

Leave Nov 4th to Jackson. Thank you Matt for your information.

[@patchymoisture2208]

So do i!

[@tvushington6994]

Leaving tomorrow 💯. Thank you for this

[@tvushington6994]

@Angie Ball it’s going great actually, thanks for asking. Basic training wasn’t bad tbh, u just always need to remind urself why ur there and u will get thru it. Ur days there literally are numbered. Just remember ur not alone and u will end up making some great friends along the way. AIT was pretty pleasant but the real army has been a great experience. And more importantly, never take anything that the nco’s say to heart. It’s a pressure tactic and nothing more 💯

[@mrabrahamlews7614]

Me leaving tomorrow wish me luck and god give me strength to build this brother hood and bond

[@ron-totorelador9521]

insipiration right there.

[@ctray3688]

I ship out for basic and then OCS later this month, so I’m expecting the instructors will except more from me. My hope is that it will be like working as a C.O. in Corrections where sure I steer clear of the troublemakers and don’t trust my stuff and secrets with my co-workers, but we still can count on each other to work as a unit when it hits the fan. Wish me luck!

[@owen-nd7om]

This is some pretty good advice, thank you I ship tomorrow.

[@NOrtiz-xd1ki]

Leaving tomorrow, it'll be hell but I can't wait.

[@Cp0455]

Needed this I leave in a few days.

[@woechun-li763]

Josh Cadwell good luck man! I’ll be right after you soon!

[@MattWard89]

Good luck!

[@Mattropolis97]

Shipping out to Fort Sill in 3 weeks and these vids helped a lot! Got a year and a half long korean class at DLI after, and then my MOS training at Huachuca for 5 months 🤙🏻 Any other linguists???

[@laurafrazee6190]

How’re you liking DLI? I’m headed to ft leonardwood in 4 weeks, and then to DLI for 35P right after. Any info would be great!

[@SweetBoiish]

i ship out monday! fort jackson!

[@GoogleGebruiker]

How is it?

[@kingslate1]

Do you get any bonuses/perks for graduating top of your basic training class?

[@SAMIAM4YOU]

My son is there now for the new 10 week program they are doing. Your videos have helped me, he didn’t want to know Thanks for the videos, my dad said he was in the army they had Sunday off. I can’t imagine that is the case now days. Is it? Thanks

[@NatashaWashaya]

I leave tomorrow! I thank god for everything and I know I will make it To fort Jackson 🥲♥️

[@notmyname3947]

I'm leaving on June 13 this year thank you Matt for the tips

[@jaimecortez6930]

Good video. It bring back good memories!

[@stevensam7800]

extremely good and useful content

[@nicomurphy5206]

Leaving for Fort Sill, Okla. in one month. Gonna be an amazing worst nightmare

[@guadalupecerna8676]

Do we get our phones back at any time burring basic training? I understand we are not allowed to have them while doing PT or marches, i am just wondering do we ever get them back to use in out own time?

[@joshmeier9348]

Did you get the answer?