USCG Helicopter Rescue Swimmer AST "A" School class (133-19)

After 24 weeks of training the class of 133-19 Graduated with 11 students on September 27th 2019.
Aviation Survival Technicians (AST)/Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, as they are more technically called by the U.S. Coast Guard, are called upon in extreme rescue situations.
It is little surprise that they must represent the best swimmers the U.S. Military has to offer as they deal with high seas and other challenging environments. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers have been called upon in emergency situations such as natural disasters involving heavy flooding or hurricanes in the past.
The team is currently composed of approximately 350 active-duty members. The opportunity to join the elite force is remarkably selective, as only 998 individuals have achieved high enough scores in training to become ASTs since the 1980s.
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[@JimboLogic]

I saw a rescue swimmer jump out of a helicopter into tropical storm seas and swim 40 yards to a life raft and back to the helicopter through the rotor wash and waves 12 times saving people out of the raft and clinging to the side of it. They are a different type of human.

[@carolgranger9916]

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[@silntstl]

If it was tropical storm seas then he didn't "jump" he was lowered by the hoist. "Jumping" is a free fall deployment restricted to a max height of 15 ft in fairly calm seas. We never endanger our swimmers carelessly.

[@JimboLogic]

@@silntstl Sorry I was using "jump in" in the colloquial sense. You are correct he was lowered.

[@AMYP6]

Damn. That lung capacity and stamina is no joke! People take breathing for granted. Watching this makes you realize the value of a breath. Every moment counts. Nuff respect guys.

[@QuanBrown27]

You right bro 👍!

[@jameson1239]

Most people could do it it’s just a matter of putting in the effort which is still dam impressive not many people fly through hurricanes or swim in the gulf of Alaska to save someone much less want to

[@davidb8373]

Red Cross Lifeguard training in the early 90s was harder than this. We had to do all of this in the pool without fins, mask, or snorkel.

[@Ubions]

@@davidb8373 so you’ve gone through AST “A” school? Do you realize this program has one of the highest attrition rates in all the US military. Not to say Red Cross Lifeguard training in the early 90s wasn’t challenging, but I highly doubt it is anywhere near the difficulty of AST “A” school. Edit: also too, we only see what the camera shows us, you don’t see the 6 months of training these Coasties go through.

[@jameson1239]

@@davidb8373 yeah that’s horseshit the lifeguard course has requirements of a 300 yard swim any stroke, a 20 yard tow, and 2 minutes treading water the AST schools minimum requirements to be selected are a 500 yard swim in less than 12 minutes, a 200 yard buddy tow, a 25 metre underwater swim, 50 shoulder width push-ups, 60 sit-ups, 5 pull ups, and 5 chin-ups, not to mention there nationally registered EMTs

[@jibd381]

I was in the CG from 75-79, all my years at CGAS Kodiak. The AST position wasn't created till the early 80's. Back in my time all helo crewmembers were "qualified" to do this job. We were so very inadequate compared to these new swimmers. This is the best thing that the CG has done in many years. #SemperParatus

[@ericosborne4122]

Nothing but respect for ASTs, currently waiting to go to AET a school and can't wait to work alongside these guys

[@deaterk]

Eric - How about an update?

[@ericosborne4122]

@@deaterk Hey, I ended up getting stationed on C130's so don't directly work with the ASTs too much but still see them around. Been on a few hikes with some of them and they basically sprint up mountains lmao

[@Gregornmy]

*me chilling eating potato chips with my feet on my desk* I could totally do that

[@trentonellis6685]

I know right

[@alexiscamio4542]

Where you are?

[@jameson1239]

I could probably do the pool stuff the actual fitness stuff hell no

[@Alexander-hw4lv]

@@jameson1239 Z

[@Alexander-hw4lv]

Yup yup yup yup yup

[@rblibit]

When you've just jumped out of a sailboat that is on fire and sinking, and you only have a wusy little life vest cause your raft melted before you knew what was happening, nothing looks better than a brightly colored helo with some buff dude that can swim like Johnny Weissmuller getting ready to jump out of it to save your hurting butts...

[@maxdukhovskoy1406]

These guys' lung capacity is more than the capacity of Doritos bags

[@ryandan646]

Got to hand it to the coast guard though they get the most made fun of they are badass individuals who save people

[@hiddenmic1978]

Exactly🐐

[@PlasmaCoolantLeak]

If my old wrinkled ass gets in a jam in the water, I hope one of these studs is there to save it. Mad respect, gentlemen.

[@DJF1985]

Really impressive, especially the taming of the freaked out victim. In real life it is very scary to save a totally freaked out person fighting you, the water, the waves, the rotor wash, and getting them into the helo. WOW. You guys are awesome. From USMC grunt, all RESPECT!!!!

[@jonathanstamper8464]

Thank you for all the support!

[@islandtat3414]

After 20 years as a Marine infantryman, if I had to choose another service and job, this would be it! Coast guardsman you guys a super cool! 😎

[@deejackson5930]

The toughest 11 weeks of my life were in Cape May, NJ, Jan-Mar of 1974. Especially Ceremonial Holds weeks. A NC boy had no idea how cold it could be up there. Thanks for your service. Semper Paratus.

[@aymenem136]

The man Who saved a person’s life, as if he saved all humanity ,god blessed em

[@dollywestover2807]

You made it ! Congratulations to all Resue swimmers of USCG this is a taught job.

[@Amtran727]

Loved this video and the editing is outstanding! I just re-watched the movie The Guardian and it led me to this video. I was a lifeguard in high school and college and remember doing the rubber brick exercise but this training is 10,000 times harder. I salute you sir!

[@fabiandelarosa6987]

Congrats!! Thank you for what you do it takes a strong group of young men to complete this mission. Well done!

[@steveminla]

DANG!!!! The moves after 3:18 were impressive as they were smooth! Well done class 133-19!! Stay safe and God bless you.

[@yonosotros8]

You all are a special breed, thank you for your service. 👊🏼🇺🇸

[@kurtrevels9999]

A little jealous they didn’t do this for us back in the day, but love that they do this video montage now. Congratulations and Good luck you guys, your best days are ahead of you. ASTC Revels #243 retired

[@mishter.milkyduddy8500]

Kurt Revels Thank you very much for your service! Am 18 and going to join the U.s. Coast Guard soon 🇺🇸

[@Wachofeo]

with this kind of video and music, who wouldnt want to join lol. in the background you got some sgt screaming his head off

[@Jordan-ok7mj]

Andrew A petty officer*

[@ur2ez2011]

Company commander in boot camp

[@friendlyoldbum9182]

They first water rescue clip, when the guy dives under and around him i liken his approach to a shark attack hahaha. I had to watch it a few times!. Massive respect to all Rescue personnel.

[@jameson1239]

That’s how I was trained when I took a lifeguarding course you do it so the victim can’t drag you under

[@friendlyoldbum9182]

@@jameson1239 Props man, it's a skill worth having aye. Little nicer then some approaches of "just knock em out". It's as predatory as it can get, looks awesome performed correctly too.

[@teranenrique]

Hope I never have to call these guys but glad to know these guys will come when I reach out on channel 16. Thank you for your service!

[@adamlien1]

Congratulations Gentlemen! AST3 Stamper is a phenomenal example to follow. Proud of you brother.

[@jonathanstamper8464]

Thanks Adam.

[@hiddenmic1978]

@@jonathanstamper8464 Glad I chose to be a storekeeper 😂😂 Semper Paratus

[@GioDude30]

The Goat actually did it. I’m so proud of you bud! You worked extremely hard for this.

[@jonathanstamper8464]

Thanks brother!

[@DrLumpy]

Thanks boys. I'm proud of you. It's inspiring to see young people excelling, contributing, helping society. Thanks boys.

[@c.r.chandler5905]

Congratulations 133-19, it's an honor to be of service and to dedicate your lives to something more than yourselves. So others may live.

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Cliff hey there, how are you doing

[@Freedom_LoneStar]

5:29 This is why leg day shall never be skipped. Respect 🤙🏾

[@dollywestover2807]

This is an awesome class! This job is a very tough job. God bless you all USCG Rescue Swimmers!

[@paulgoyette8222]

The videos show only a part of how hard these men and women work to be the elite of the USCG! Ladies and Gentlemen thank you for all you do! BZ AST’s!

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Paul they really working hard. how are you doing

[@michelesfo7799]

I went through rescue diver training years ago. This was a great video, and I sure appreciate all that these young men do in service to our country.

[@GreenManelishi]

Civilian SCUBA Rescue DIVER, or USCG Rescue SWIMMER?

[@laurakocher1679]

Rescue swimmer?

[@juliaanikowski142]

I can’t stop watching these videos… These are literally the BEST MEN in the world…Who could ever crush on a movie star when REAL superheroes exist. ❤🥰

[@stefanmodigh7897]

If a rescue swimmer had to knock me out to save me I would be okay with that. Being in water scares the hell out of me. Big respects to them resuce swimmers.

[@TS-mq1fj]

Semper Paratus Brothers 88-92 , You make all Coasties Proud.

[@michaelmcmanus5196]

The ASM (aka now AST) program has come a loooong way. I remember when we used the Navy’s school house to train our swimmers and they weren’t EMTs. They are a small and elite group within a small and very special service.

[@mcparadise97]

Now those are real men. As a former coastie myself, I could only wish to have been able to go into the AST rate, but my swimming skills were not very good, plus I had breathing issues. So I became a Boatswain’s mate instead. It still was an exciting job being able to help other people in the water, but in another manner. Semper P. ⚓️

[@donnacurran5017]

Go USGC. Smallest branch. Only elite. Thank you for your service.💪🇺🇲⚓

[@hotbello0071]

When i served in the Coast Guard it was my dream to become an AST...harsh reality was the list for A-school was so long, many wait years for the call. I ended up sustaining a nasty shoulder injury....Dream faded.......Horrrahhhhhhh! still a great experience none the less...

[@johnpoppa3554]

Yep bunch of 4 year E2s

[@hotbello0071]

@@johnpoppa3554 back then they waived The SN test...All we had to do was pass the MRN...At least i was able to make E3 before I was discharged! Hoorrrahhh

[@Richwsams]

What fins do they use please?

[@hotbello0071]

@@Richwsams Rocket Fins or Jet fins made by Scuba Pro

[@Richwsams]

Dave S thank you

[@ritcheygax3140]

They are a brave man GOD bless us coast guard greetings from mexico(puerto vallarta)

[@suppaduppa5]

I watch these vids before every workout to myself in the right mindset

[@mbertr1071]

GREAT JOB Jon! Congratulations to you and your class!!!

[@davidjay433racing]

Well done Avery. Bunch of bad ass men saving lives.

[@sarahhilliard1304]

Way to go Branson!! You absolutely made Airsta Sitka proud!! Awesome Video!

[@rAvensBBr]

Betting these and 131-19's vids are great recruiting motivators! Great job!

[@geeftw69]

It's awesome to watch them save someone they swim far under them than they snatch u up I salute you guys 🙏🙏🙏

[@dollywestover2807]

Good job JR Ramos-Yap! and to all the swimmers.

[@syellabianca2172]

I have no idea you guys can be so funny too.. Lol! Deep respect to all of you.

[@BakaBhe239]

There is always one with a mustache

[@cecytasy9333]

grandioso video, hoy me levante haciendo los ejercicios!!!! gracias por la motivacion!!!! para que otros vivan!!!! hurraaaa!!!!

[@andressapper5752]

WARRIORS!!! MOTIVATORS! Semper Fidelis Gentleman, thank you

[@mattmcintosh4337]

That water rescue they showed was so cool

[@valerie80yearsago90]

I got nothing but... Damn Y'all are high speed. Geeeez. Badass!

[@gericarriuolo2790]

Fantastic!!! You guys are the best and so is the music.

[@5five6x45]

That was off the hook with an inside scoop well put together and freaking hilarious good job loved it❗️

[@AllAmericanGuy01]

Back in my day, we just threw a lifesaver in the water and told them to grab on...

[@tc1uscg65]

Back in mine, we would LAND in the water and pick them up. Miss those HH52's (slow but did the job) and the H3's. Big but was a C130 w/one big rotor.

[@valerie80yearsago90]

Back in your day, many more people died. Give these guys some respect. Strategies and methods evolve for good reason.

[@YesNo-hm8hj]

Idk if your joking or not but when you’re getting thrown around by massive waves and are fearing for your life, all reason goes out the window unless your trained otherwise. Not to mention they do a lot more than just fish people out of than fish people out of the water.

[@user-gb7jl4vm4w]

they're real Iron man! I respect you guys..

[@lindaenss8611]

how are you

[@geeftw69]

Hats off to these guys your awesome thanks for your SERVICE guys🤘🤘🤘

[@lukealley5736]

Coast guard is freaking BAE!!! Respect to all.

[@r4ym1n13]

Awesome video. Really cool techniques shown to rescue those victims in the water

[@007IceOrange]

Respect to you guys!

[@natehughes02]

I have been watching these training videos for years across all of the forces in the US, and from all over the world. Hands down, this is my favorite so far. Well done!

[@yvonnebraun7]

@Nate that's my favorite too. how are you doing?

[@BCCostaRica]

At 51 I would love to train with these guys and try and see if I still have what it takes..

[@danielw1765]

Their skill impressed me as a newbee in pool.

[@marciacunha6328]

Vocês são demais. Parabéns feras do mar.❤️

[@isaiah2103]

I love how they added biggie at the end

[@deshawnbranch1457]

i love the job

[@raybjr]

Respect, great training!

[@deltaecho1]

It gets really fun when working with Canadian SAR Techs and Air Force PJs

[@Yorker1998]

I don't even know how to swim.

[@katrielchapman9934]

Me either. Good thing I'm not doing this. Though I do believe it is important for everyone to know how to swim so hopefully I will learn soon.

[@taskforce6983]

never too late to learn

[@QuanBrown27]

Just some Balrog with internet access -Exactly 😄👍!

[@Donari]

Time to learn swimming is one of those skills everyone should know how to do. Like driving a bicycle or cooking basic meals

[@noteimporta2880]

you're black ?

[@kraftbloop3664]

Awesome content! Hope all is well and keep up the great work.

[@KAZALO9]

Should Still be ASM ! VICTOR 144 lives forever ! From BMs to ASTs SKs to CS we are truly ONE and Semper Paratus for life !!

[@pawelrobak9840]

Big respect 💪

[@BobHolster-om8rf]

DON'T GO IN THE OCEAN ANYMORE. BUT GLAD THESE GUYS DO. HOPE MY PLANE DOESN'T CRASH.

[@Samantha-fm1wg]

The editing at 3:05-3:50 is perfect!

[@kevinokeefe3751]

Frickin Awesome 💪respect for all these teams and families 🙏💪

[@salahgebaly4660]

My greetings from Egypt , awesome guys

[@mohamedbaiomy81]

Woooow❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@btdgamer586]

Thank you for your service everyone there❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@ryanleekinney8975]

Breath deep boys.. water also carries sound

[@2close277]

That's so cool, wish I can swim

[@Ratlins9]

Impressive video, impressive men.

[@adrianaarenal9118]

Respect for this real mens.

[@appalachianoperator]

I dont wanna make this sound easy but this sounds like so much fun

[@denzilvansensie2815]

You doing a amazing thing out there

[@Silenttec1]

Respect Guy's big Respect

[@kuutarou2105]

めっちゃカッコいい！俺も頑張る💪

[@Beauty-si6hp]

This is an awesome video!! Wow :) 😊💛

[@johanvandijkhorst6126]

Hats of to you gents.

[@trollman5720]

Hell yea I’m shipping next wish me luck I hope I can hold the standards that these guys do

[@BIGDADDY6969691]

Troll Man, how you doing in the school? MRL

[@SlappingCheeks]

These new Grinder profiles look good

[@reinaldofilho7207]

Amazing.

[@alexiscamio4542]

From France thank you

[@homeofmind8065]

Best what is in video is... Hypnotize song of notorious big ! ....

[@gonzalocueva8845]

Excelente video comandos

[@delmar2169]

This is Adorable

[@waynehearst317]

That was actually cool AF

[@owenpinggoy7887]

more videos sir to inspire everyone how important incase emergency thanks sir from Philippines godbless

[@juanfco112]

Felicidades, buen video ¡¡¡

[@280StJohnsPl]

Bravo Zulu USCG !

[@ls_andreipro7697]

Roman?

[@aymenem136]

Notorious big hypnotize 💯🇩🇿🙋🏻‍♂️R.I.P B.I.G

[@SD-lt1nk]

These guys are super fit

[@SoCalFreelance]

U.S. Navy SAR school is the second highest attrition rate program in the Navy with BUD/S SEAL training obviously being first.