Phase 1 experience (siu)

[@benjaminbrown45]

I start phase 1 December 14th but they haven't given me much info on what to bring. Do I need to bring my own sheets, towels, civilian clothes, laundry detergent etc. I got the list of stuff they said I need to bring but they didnt mention a lot of this stuff.

[@lowlifesailor9042]

So id say bring maybe 3 outfits of civilian clothing and 3 outfits for sleeping so like sweat pants shorts and about 7 days worth of white t shirts also laundry detergent I recommend the pods and anything else you think you may need while your there you can order on Amazon and it will come right to the school every Tuesday

[@aliceallen34]

Just got the MMC card! So excited I guess the next step is to fill out the SIU application? Or go to the local union hall first?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Congratulations it’s a big step fr and the Next thing to do would be filling out the application they will send you a email that says you will need to go to the union hall and take a math and reading test

[@DomoniqueCross]

How long did your mmc take to come back

[@SeaTea1111]

Do they still require you to get a COVID vaccine in order to attend…..?

[@Davidbreedvision]

Yes you will need a Covid vaccine card

[@simmy6813]

Good video, I go next month. Glad 2 see you enjoying the journey.

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Most definitely I wouldn’t want it any other way also congratulations

[@simmy6813]

@@lowlifesailor9042 most certainly. And thanks!

[@FaithSLopez]

how long do you have to take before you get your date to go to piney point? i have done step 2 but have not heard back from them yet on a date

[@lowlifesailor9042]

They have a new phase 1 class every month so if you already did all the steps then you may Be in the August or the September class make sure you have the correct email also

[@davejlowe1966]

During Phase 1 (or any other really), was there any PT/physical fitness every day (remembering my days in the Army decades ago lol). Pushups, situps, running, etc., every morning?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Yes so in phase one you exercise with mr.guy personally for 2 weeks and then you have to take the coast guard physical fitness test you gotta be able to keep up with mr.guy when y’all stretching and then you gotta be able to stand on one foot for 15 seconds after that you gotta run up and down a flight of stairs for 3 mins now you do this physical fitness test in phase 3 also but the good thing about phase 3 is you don’t have to workout with mr.guy for 2 weeks even tho it was a good experience

[@davejlowe1966]

​@@lowlifesailor9042 Ok, thanks for the info!

[@benjaminbrown45]

I know they told me i have to pay for my plane ticket to piney point but how do you get to piney point from the airport? Is it better to fly into Richmond, Baltimore, or D.C.? Do they pay for transportation to your ship assignment for phase 2?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

These are all good questions so after you pay for your plane ticket to bwi Baltimore/Washington most of your class should already be there but a bus comes and picks you near the baggage claims area

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Also with phase 2 everything is paid for by the company your ship is with. they pay for your flight to the closest airport to your ship they arrange for someone to come pick you up from the airport and drive you to the ship

[@lowlifesailor9042]

So really once you pay for your ticket to phase 1 and 3 everything else should be taken care of

[@Hardawayfits]

When you start actually working do they pay for plane ticket to ship locations?

[@XxLastYetixX]

hey thanks for sharing your experience, I am going to piney point next month , i was wondering if there was a gym at the training center or do you guys work out or run as team while your are there for the 4 months of phase one?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Yes they have a well equipped gym at piney point and yes for like 2 weeks you will be working out with the head commandant while in galley I believe

[@PrinceOfMotivation]

Do you go straight to the ship after phase 1 or do you get to go back home ?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

You go straight to the ship

[@PrinceOfMotivation]

Thank you for responding. I actually watched one of your previous videos , and you spoke on going straight to ship after phase 1

[@Hardawayfits]

How long is each phase? Can I go straight to work after training?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

@@Hardawayfits phase 1- 4 months (at school) Phase 2-2 months (on boat) Phase 3- they discontinued it Phase 4- 4 months (on boat) Phase 5-1 to 2 months depending on what department you chose (at the school)

[@lowlifesailor9042]

@@Hardawayfits but to answer your question you start a entry level job for 2 months right after you complete your 4 months of training at the school

[@jojosbizarreadventures]

im getting ready to head to piney point soon but i already have knowledge of the basics i have my stcw's already from basic fighter fighting to vpdsd so idk maybe ill be ahead of the game but i really wanted to know do i have to go fully bald with my head or can i still have some type of hair on my head i am a guy and i already know the beard has to go but how short would i have to cut my hair?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Honestly if your like poc it can be in a fro but like not to big maybe 3-4 inches off your head and if your a non poc just have it out of your face make it look neat but honestly knowing mr.guy if it’s not to his liking he will shave it off himself and you don’t want that I promise

[@jojosbizarreadventures]

@@lowlifesailor9042what's poc? and i have dreads but i have them up in a bun in the front but i don't mind cutting them off and having a lil fro or nun like that

[@lowlifesailor9042]

@@jojosbizarreadventures ohhh ok yeah they gonna make you cut that and it’s a person of color

[@jojosbizarreadventures]

@@lowlifesailor9042 ill have it cut before i go up there but im pretty much a laid back guy i dont necessarily talk unless im answering questions or am asked to speak about things other than that im chill and go with the flow and follow directions so hopefully that isn't too much of a problem

[@elhadjimakhfousdiop8723]

Hi I’m in Jacksonville so where I can go to do my drug and medical paperwork?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

So I usually go here the name is Primary Plus Occupational HealthCare and the address is 3636 University Blvd S Ste A8 Jacksonville FL 32216-4210 also there phone number 904-800-9534

[@alena4772]

Hi, thank you for sharing your journey! How much was the class?

[@CJohnson-v6g]

I take my math and reading test on monday and im super nervous I have been out of school for 11 years math was never my subject how can i study for the test?

[@Daquan.P23]

That’s wussup I leave to go in October 23, what you pick as your job

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Congrats and at the moment until I upgrade I’m a wiper in the engine department

[@FaithSLopez]

How long did it take for them to give you a date to leave?

[@Daquan.P23]

@@FaithSLopez you called them

[@lowlifesailor9042]

@@FaithSLopez 2 months was the latest I started all my physicals and stuff on September 27 2022 and I started my program November 17th 2022

[@FaithSLopez]

@@Daquan.P23 so I have to call them or the union hall?

[@itsalwaysrainingwhereistay]

How do you like it so far?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Honestly I love it it’s a great experience it’s like yeah you work but you get paid handsomely for your work also you get to travel so it’s like a win win at the school it’s decent you can’t really go anywhere but it’s still a good experience

[@roderickburks8174]

How long did it take for your mmc

[@lowlifesailor9042]

My mmc took about 3 months

[@Bcarlin2023]

I was told we can video our experience there at the school.. were you just cautious about filming others...? Im totally going to record as much as i can

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Lol I’m not gonna answer the first question because mr.guy told us we needed permission to record certain thing that’s why I didn’t put a lot of in depth things into the video and to the second question yes I was being very cautious because they started kicking ppl out for being on there phones during any time also some of my classmates started acting really shady to the point where I knew I couldn’t trust them with anything

[@lowlifesailor9042]

But I say go for it just don’t get caught because they also said we can have our phones out once we have our privileges hence the skip from the bus ride there to December

[@Bcarlin2023]

@lowlifesailor9042 I hear that... man it'd be cool to chat with ya more then on here get all the 411 info haha I'm getting ready to fill out my app info today.. not sure when I'll get to piney point but, at least start the process today. Got my passport already, gonna apply for my Twick card and MMC card as well been talking with Wayne.. I'll mention I'm talking to you and Joe Fanta I'm seriously looking forward to this new journey

[@lowlifesailor9042]

@@Bcarlin2023 no problem man I really hope you make it btw what department are you hoping to get into

[@Bcarlin2023]

@lowlifesailor9042 going for AB >then deck officer>then work my way up to a Captain...

[@shaaymarie4145]

Was the class group diverse , did you feel comfortable in your environment?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Honestly I wanted to make a video on this but was unsure it’s very diverse but there are a few bad Apple who like to go on power trips to try and satisfy there inferiority complex but other then that it’s very diverse as far as race ppl who like different genres in music,shows,and different styles also if your Muslim they try and comprise on certain things like food/Ramadan

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Also yes I felt like piney point was like a second home you have a schedule to follow its not like your sitting around all the time and that’s what makes time pass by so quick it was fun but you also have to stay on your toes at least for the first month

[@Joevermeulen]

How long after you took the reading and math test did you receive the next email 🤔

[@ranniefore3640]

Is Mr. Guy still there?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

@@ranniefore3640 when I was there mr.guy was still there but after class 900 he retired and mr.romar took over

[@alexandersandoval1838]

hey did you have to wait to go to piney point at all

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Just for like 2 months my class was in November but I started the physical process in September

[@coreberry]

Sorry do they pay you while you were at training?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Yeah you get 40 dollars every 2 weeks I think they may have increased it tho they changed a lot of things

[@DropshiRick]

It says you need a physical and drug test as a requirement for the classes but I already got those’ done while getting my mmc do they count?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

Same thing happened to me so basically they do count but only towards your mmc/medical certificate siu wants you to do there own physical and drug test at a specific company for the program

[@DropshiRick]

@@lowlifesailor9042 thank you

[@partyeffectsdotbiz]

enjoyed this

[@Xoamarie]

How long is this program ?

[@brandobee2264]

A year

[@roderickburks8174]

How long did your mmc take??

[@lildean_14]

Mines took only a month

[@brandobee2264]

If you dont have it piney point does it for you during phase 1

[@ranniefore3640]

P.S. I was n class 832

[@walterhicks5772]

Did the showers have doors

[@lowlifesailor9042]

No but they do have curtains

[@aliceallen34]

What's your Instagram handle?

[@lowlifesailor9042]

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