WEEK 4 | Civilian To Soldier | British Army Basic Training | Infantry | Battle PT

Part 4 of the Civilian To Soldier series!
You will get to see what it's really like to go through Basic Training and the process of transforming from a regular civilian into a fully trained Infantry soldier.
This week the recruits conduct another tab (loaded march), the weapon handling test and their first battle PT session!
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[@scott5600]

Good effort, subbed. Not sure if you have done, but should do a Q&A for the lads wanting to join. Would be a good insight.

[@tashagoodall6448]

and lasses 😉

[@scott5600]

@@tashagoodall6448 chill out will ye.

[@djrxp]

Great idea!

[@petersandrew2946]

Hello @djrxp, I’m an African and over here in Ghana 🇬🇭 wanting to join the Force, what is the necessary stuffs to do whilst where in Ghana 🇬🇭. Thanks

[@4321woodsy]

To everyone worried about battle PT. You will end up loving these when at regiment as you will do it Friday morning and then early finish. I learned to love log runs, stretcher races etc as I knew that in about 4 hours I’d be on the road home for the weekend.

[@djrxp]

Couldn't agree more. Get stuck in and it pays off

[@tizsroywilliams4188]

These videos have been inspiring me each time I hope after the pandemic cools down I can finally get to join

[@goproko5695]

Same mate.

[@gw2891]

Did you join?

[@KarlFarmery]

Every video is just getting me more and more hyped.

[@djrxp]

Glad you're enjoying them!

[@sjph3121]

Another amazing video mate! Best British army channel out there.

[@djrxp]

Appreciate your comments mate. Thanks

[@jamiedargie2995]

I am hoping to join Harrogate next year and then onto applying fully, you've helped a bunch thank you!

[@vicvaughn9034]

once you are at harrogate you have already "applied fully" What do you mean? defo go to harrogate though it will be the best time of your life

[@djrxp]

No dramas! Thanks for the comment, good luck with it!

[@gw2891]

Did you join?

[@ashleecoggin2630]

im lit counting down the days!!!!

[@DJRAJEE]

@C B why you on this video then?

[@James_-hu3sm]

@C B its a good way to better yourself get a trade for example physically demanding its not for everyone but everyone is different

[@YorkieLad]

If you have a sense of humour you will love it mate , if not fuck it give it a go and you will get through it

[@DJRAJEE]

C B why you delete all your comment saying how the army is shite and telling everyone not to join because it sucks lol

[@fin1518]

This is really helpful for us lads wanting to join up, mint series.

[@keycommander971]

Boss u need some better bright lamp for when u are talking! Get yourself to the QM lol. Keep the vids coming 👍🏼

[@djrxp]

😂 😂 roger. Will try and get it sorted 😂

[@meganandwillow]

Keep going bro! You can do it! 🙌🏼

[@djrxp]

💪

[@oliverrich1195]

Appreciate the videos, I start my training in a couple months so this is very insightful 👌🏻

[@djrxp]

Awesome stuff, glad to hear it. Good luck for training!

[@joshuacowan8899]

Same here Oliver Rich gives me a good insight and thought on what i need to do

[@innocentatsem1472]

I'm trynna join the British Army so I been doing some training from home too!

[@djrxp]

Good stuff 💪

[@CC-io3nc]

My training platoon were the first to be issued the new MTP combats! That was back in 2012! January the 8th... Nice to see they've got new MTP daysacks and webbing. We didn't have those.

[@imranzazai7404]

Amazing the british army training.

[@altaylor3988]

I cannot believe that on the run the instructors allowed them to look at the ground most of the time, it seems to me from my Non Marine Military Service that this was an ideal opportunity to teach that this run was not simply an opportunity to build up stamina but also that in a real fire fight situation being alert to covering the surrounds and possible enemy presence/ambush was of greater benefit that looking at the road head one pace at a time which was NOT productive

[@djrxp]

Thanks for the comment. I understand your point however there is plenty of time for us to highlight the importance of situational awareness (and we are already doing so). This was fitness focused and is also only a glimpse of what happened on that session. Appreciate the comment though.👌

[@Dobaya01]

50 yr old mum here! That's very interesting! I hate looking at the ground when running 5km makes it seem like a long slog! I like to look towards my goal. Love the vids.

[@paulakershaw6691]

My son finish his training this month, only three weeks left 😀

[@djrxp]

Almost there! Great achievement when he does.

[@paulakershaw6691]

He at pirbright

[@joehunter804]

I have my basic training at Pirbright 18th October. Really looking forward to it.

[@owenbrown1724]

Remf

[@BuxtonHouse]

i have Purbright on 25th October

[@elaminmochichi7767]

Can u tell me how you physically preparing for it

[@owenbrown1724]

El'amin mochichi just run, don’t bother with weight training. Run for distance up to 10k and get your time down. And occasionally test yourself on 2km best efforts. Try throwing in some body weight circuit type exercises, just to get yourself prepped for PT. If you’re going Pirbright then you won’t be doing too much PT anyway so don’t panic

[@joehunter804]

El'amin mochichi I just stick to the basics , I do a lot of body weight exercises and running. Just run as much as you can.

[@heinobezuidenhout674]

The commenwealth recruits are doing well.

[@rararasputin_2481]

Love your videos man, just trying to get my mum to let me into the army when 16-17 not over 18

[@eliselawless3246]

My mum just stopped me from going to military preparation college ans I just turned 18 so hopefully I’ll join the army in 2 years

[@pivottech8881]

My dad just left and my mums like no what if you get a partner think of what it will do to him or her. Honestly I'm not getting put off. I'm considering rmp

[@scott5600]

@Luke yeet what do you mean don't get paid much? pays a decent wage for what you do. especially when you deploy and get a OP bonus. Can still do education + uni through the Army.

[@pivottech8881]

@Luke yeet I do plan to join at 18? And a lance corporal makes 27 grand a year according to the website. I may be even looking into Sandhurst try become an officer

[@kyleh877]

@Luke yeet I joined when I was 16 im now 18 and I earn an extra couple 100 then the rest of the privates, you get a bonus for joining at a young age and going to afc harrigate

[@enangonie3606]

Getting ready 👏🏽👏🏽

[@thestrickymoore]

love these videos, I'm hoping to apply in December.

[@camsmith6034]

The weapon handling is best part of the army and the cadets

[@oliverfernandez6536]

Even when u get to fire blanks it’s good fun

[@djrxp]

Going on exercise is great. Challenging, rewarding and stuff you just don't get to do elsewhere!

[@estulin88]

Great stuff! Thankyou!

[@djrxp]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sumdumguy8917]

I left in 2016 im 33 now and still think of re joining 😂

[@djrxp]

It never leaves you!

[@-banksy-]

u should mate, my dad just turned 42 and has rejoined navy. best decision he's made in recent

[@Butchbuchsnan]

I’m thinking of joining and am also 33. It’s now or never.

[@sumdumguy8917]

Luke G.A the Army life is something I feel everyone could do with experiencing. The job, the ex’s, the mates you find, the list goes on. Best times of my life were during my time In the forces!

[@sumdumguy8917]

Luke G.A ex’s as in excersises

[@Leady00]

loving these vids mate

[@Rebecca2001w]

I go basic in few months and I can’t wait I just really worried for the runs/tabs because they are my one downfall

[@djrxp]

Don't panic, if you start in a few months you've still got time to prepare. Just get used to running longer distances (doesn't need to be with weight) to build up your endurance

[@taylaroberts2679]

hey, have you joined in yet? it’s good to see another female wanting to join in. i’m wanting to join in myself as a female and i’m super excited. the only thing i’m worried about is not being able to pass basics and being sent back.

[@mikeywade85]

Another good one. keep up the good work going to watch all this

[@mushbrain1753]

looks a blast, best job

[@rapnerffoamblasters5084]

Great vids keep them coming

[@syphoss3621]

just started my application and cant wait for training, been working heavily on my run times and am now confident, this series is brilliant for what to expect while im there, also is this catterick?

[@gw2891]

Did you do it?

[@syphoss3621]

@@gw2891 got medically deferd for a couple thing one being mild scolosis which took about 8months to sort and the other being weight which im working on currently, will be re appyling soon since its still what i want to do.

[@gw2891]

@@syphoss3621 good luck to you stick with it, will be the making of you 👍

[@syphoss3621]

@@gw2891 thanks mate just trying to make the best of my time

[@JamesAlexCoyle]

Leave for basic in 6 weeks. Watching these to get pumped and settle the nerves

[@djrxp]

Nice mate, good luck!

[@gw2891]

How did you get on?

[@jonathanbuchan1915]

going to catterick on the 23rd of august i cant wait anyone else

[@Andyrobinson44]

I am mate! Cya there :D

[@joshmunden8893]

Yes mate

[@joshmunden8893]

Andyrobinson44 same here bro

[@djrxp]

Good luck lads!!💪

[@jonathanbuchan1915]

see you lads there 4th scotts you guys?

[@sw0po_144]

Love the videos, just a quick question, are they given their own rifles from early on to account for the sight and lining it up with your sight if you know what I mean?

[@brokengolden2688]

Just waiting on my gp to give to the go ahead and I can join yeeehaww can’t wait

[@Mac-jr2rt]

'Cattle Grid!' that brings back memories 😂

[@cubz5049]

Hahha yes it does

[@sumdumguy8917]

FOOTING

[@djrxp]

😂😂

[@everythingiskaos14]

I did a virtual shooting range with the army while in college. I got 21/21 and the guy said I should go for marksman when joining. (which I am) sniper hopefully. Love all of it

[@ST0N3Z-]

I’m 15 and thinking about joining so I’m binging this, I’ve done some reserch and honestly I’m really interested, but I’ll definitely have to exercise a bit more since I’m pretty scrawny tbf

[@jackalexander1390]

I’ve applied back in February waiting to go to the assessment centre

[@liamduncan3936]

Is it a long wait once you are ready to go to the assessment centre?

[@djrxp]

Good man. Best of luck!

[@jakestewart5368]

will you continue to do these videos right the way through till pass out, thanks ?

[@djrxp]

Yes I will!

[@harrywilliam5133]

cant wait to see the drill part too

[@JamesWilson-wi2qv]

Loving the videos. I've just sent off my appeal as I was rejected back in april on my medical history! Hopefully comes back positive!

[@TerriblyShocking]

Had the same thing for the marines took 3 months... Just keep training and stay positive lad

[@JamesWilson-wi2qv]

@@TerriblyShocking how did your appeal go? Successful?

[@TerriblyShocking]

James Wilson Yeah it was sweet mate got my vPJFT+ next Thursday

[@trillzeh66]

Tom Littlefair how long did you have to wait after applying to start training?

[@TerriblyShocking]

TRILLZ MS I started 1 year before even applying. Just basics mate running, press-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups and circuits. Right now it’s taken 7 months to get to the stage I am into my application just because of medical

[@YeNZeC]

Is the speed of these Loaded marches 15min/Mile ?

[@robindennis2299]

Not by the mile anymore mate, 4km 50 minutes 40kg, 2km 15 minutes 25kg. They now base the loaded marches of of this staple. Look up RFT infantry standards.

[@robindennis2299]

@Luke yeet nah 4k 2k for us mate, Rifles, Swift and Bold!

[@noahnoway2216]

@@robindennis2299 damn 40 kg, only marching or with running?

[@lewiswalshfitness2773]

Love the new video

[@djrxp]

Thanks mate - appreciate that!

[@philjefferson7560]

My son is currently at Catterick. Just finished Week 4 Guards training. How easy/difficult is it to switch to a different infantry regiment? Not sure he’s enjoying the idea of the ceremonial duties now he’s actually there. Loves the soldiering though.

[@gw2891]

How did your lad get on?

[@ballen6748]

Do the recruits have weekend leave at the end of week 4? Or has that changed due to covid 19?

[@djrxp]

Usually they do. But due to COVID that is not happening at the moment. The training teams are putting together weekend activities so that recruits can have some well deserved down time

[@ballen6748]

djrxp Thanks for getting back to me and answering the question. Helpful information 👍🏽

[@jasonchow2512]

Got a fade haircut. Will that stop me from joining as i see all the lads have buzz cut.

[@kangaroocal8358]

LOL

[@BellogsTheChicken]

I done my basic in 1986 it was tough

[@scarfacegaming1399]

Noticing there is alot of pt, I am a bit of a couch potato 🥔 right now, what would you suggest that I should do to get my stamina up and my run time down, please I would like a work out plan as I want to be as fit as I can get befor going in thanks

[@jasonwale8406]

Start off with gentle jogs

[@scarfacegaming1399]

Like long slow runs as I am really in fit right now

[@jasonwale8406]

Scarface Gaming yea you don’t wanna do full on running you gotta slowly ease in to it

[@scarfacegaming1399]

What sort of running???

[@evanmclean4893]

The army has fitness standards and training plans online mate, have a look on their website 👍 as long as you meet the minimum standard the instructors will develop you throughout training to progress your fitness

[@markleigh8277]

What is in the shooting section of the army combat marksmanship test

[@johnmoseskamotho]

i love this

[@blackmafia7464]

Great days

[@jackbreadmore8455]

I start at Pirbright this coming Sunday! Is phase 1 at Pirbright at all comparable to what infantry do up in Catterick for the first weeks?

[@christopherlane776]

Phase one is pretty much the same thing no matter the job role you've chosen

[@djrxp]

Pretty much spot on

[@jacobburchill4059]

As training as a soldier / officer do you have to swimming training sessions?

[@soldier2297]

Yes. Not many

[@djrxp]

Yes, you will have a swim test as well. But don't worry, you can learn if you can't swim!

[@lazyc1412]

Fastest click of my life lol

[@djrxp]

Rapid💪

[@Ethan-ej6fd]

Is it difficult to learn how to take apart a rifle and put it together again?

[@djrxp]

Learning anything brand new takes time. But the section commanders will teach you everything you need to know and you will have so much practice at it that it will become second nature!

[@Ethan-ej6fd]

djrxp cheers

[@Will-zq5gn]

Does every infantry unit get the same travel opotunities like belize and so on or only certin units go to certin places (sorry for bad eng)

[@DH-hl5tc]

All depends mate

[@callamtitan5458]

Depends on your battalions plans, there’s like a calendar lay out of where you’re going. It’s all found on each regiments social media where there going in the next few years

[@Will-zq5gn]

Thank you both!!

[@tgfrenchman3258]

The Royal Marines go to Belize, i haven't heard of Army Infantry going to Belize, however i could be wrong as i don't follow the army infantry.

[@Will-zq5gn]

@@tgfrenchman3258 the guards do by the looks of it on the website some of the regular infantry regiments go mainly places like cyprus kenya etc both look good tbf

[@pauleric8799]

spent many of afternoons running round them tracks

[@danjones4432]

Does the training follow the same plan with each intake or are there slight differances

[@DiedASurvivorOnYT]

All the same mate

[@callamtitan5458]

Courses are changed every 2 years. Slightly. But nothing considerable.

[@djrxp]

It's all the same, there could be very slight differences but not much at all

[@fn_adumola1237]

Im only young at the age of 13 but through inheritance i am considering joing the army when i turn 16 and climb ranks throughout time

[@scarfacegaming1399]

Dude I salute you, training is going to be hard so train hard now and have an edge when it come to pt (physical training)

[@tgfrenchman3258]

It would be better to do education until 18, before joining a part of the military where you gain little to no civilian qualifications. Otherwise if you get rejected, injured or end up leaving the military you will be screwed. Think smart, not quick.

[@FM-wj2jd]

I am not physically in shape yet but want to join the army soon, and I’m trying to re-create these exercises at home as much as I can. Would like to know a little more about the length and weight to carry so I can be more than ready! Currently 1st week getting in shape and running 2k with 15kg in just over 13mins.

[@louixgreen9013]

The test at the end is a 4k tab with 40 kg followed by a 2k best effort with 25 kg in under 15 mins

[@FM-wj2jd]

@@louixgreen9013 thanks man I haven’t got that sort of weight and not gonna over do it till I’m there but I can smash these runs now

[@jamie3270]

Application is in, been awaiting review for many weeks. Reading about how many people get rejected for medical reasons slightly stressing about a talk I had with the doctor years ago where they said I had mild anxiety and prescribed me pills for it along with therapy. The Army website says anxiety is fine as long as there is not 2 or more episodes... Anyone have any idea what classes as an episode? Would just talking to a doctor about this count as a single episode?

[@eliselawless3246]

I have mild development delay, I hope that won’t be a problem in 2 years time when I apply

[@jamie3270]

Keep the dream alive and if I find out anymore myself on this I'll try let you know what I find out :)

[@lewdar_]

it usually means 2 visits to the doctors. If you've been to your GP once and never went back then you should be fine. I'd appeal it. I've been to my GP twice for anxiety and I was fine

[@jamie3270]

Thanks for that bit of info, really put my mind at ease, I wasn't anxious at all about it lol

[@callamtitan5458]

Chase it up with your candidate manager. Hounding then does get your application moving quicker

[@shadowzzx1627]

I'm thinking about joining afc harrogate. Have you got any advice that will help me.

[@beccar8343]

I’m thinking about joining to

[@morningstarboi6861]

I get that this was made 3 years ago, but hey: I'm starting basic in September, and I've been doing fitness, training, all that, but recently I've been getting what the doctors are describing as exercise induced Asthma. I've never had asthma, and it's only recently started happening and I'm really worried that it'll stop me from being able to start a career in the army

[@hoshthemosh5701]

So if you wanna apply you have to do it online even if covid 19 wasn't a thing. Do you have to chose where you go or is it just one location if you wanna be a soilder not a salior or pilot.

[@tgfrenchman3258]

Different branches will have completely different locations. ie Army goes to Harrogate. Certain roles also will go to a different locations, e.g. Royal Marines will go to Lympstone, even though thats not where the majority of the navy trains. Is this what you're asking? in short, no you don't choose where you go, every role will have a location of where they are trained.

[@hoshthemosh5701]

@@tgfrenchman3258 thank you really much, that helped me a lot, thanks

[@tgfrenchman3258]

@@hoshthemosh5701 np

[@franklinsarpong9993]

I am only 1year in the Uk and will like to join the Army next year that will be my second year.can i join the army? My second question too is i am now in college studying Btech in IT can i join as an officer with only my Btech qualification?

[@djrxp]

Hi there. Best thing to do is to check on the British Army website! And to go for Officer selection you will need UCAS points (180 I believe)

[@zx10rmac84]

Good luck with that one lol. ✌️🇬🇧

[@Liam-ke6sc]

How many times do you get to go back home during phase 1 training?

[@ilhancinar9580]

To my understanding this is phase one training for the infantry, how different is it from the training you will receive for a non infantry regiment say the artillery?

[@josephwilson2232]

Done my basic at pirbright, basic training is pretty much the same but the kit they get is a lot more upto date. A lot of it’s just mental and physical gris

[@callamtitan5458]

It’s infantry specific training. Every soldier completes the first 12 weeks regardless of where you train but then on after, you’ll go into your trade training

[@EzeThankgod-ts3vp]

I want to apply as a Commonwealth Do i need a British military as a guarantor?

[@jakewebster2787]

Are softies standard issue now, I been in over a year and rumour is they are but no one in my chain of command wants to let us new guys at unit on how to get them :)

[@djrxp]

I am slightly out of touch with what is issued at battalions as I am in Catterick. But I highly doubt it's because your Chain of Command don't want you to have them! We got issued them at certain times such as before deploying on tour

[@Imz64]

Why cant we be more heavy on the shooting like the americans. Also can you customise ur loadout or do u have to have the magazines a certain way. Really annoying if it all has to be specifically a certain way

[@nicholasvellacott546]

I am interested in joining the army (I am thinking about the Royal Military Police) I am currently studying my a level courses, and I wanted advice on something, I want to get a degree at some point, would you recommend going to university before applying, or I read somewhere (not sure if the source is credible) that when serving in the army, the army would pay for the degree course, what do you think is the best approach? (Of course there is no guarantee I will pass all the tests, but I sure am thinking about trying)

[@latch9781]

Got to ask, why did they have the orange tips on the rifles in the tab at the start?

[@tgfrenchman3258]

To show it's not able to fire ammunition. Ensure they didn't give a real gun to them

[@BigMatt226]

Hi when im older im thinking of joining the british army. How long do i have to serve for before retirement

[@Kahuna010]

you can never retire

[@BigMatt226]

Wait what so i can never retire if i join

[@Chris-m-m02]

@@BigMatt226 you can

[@BigMatt226]

@@Chris-m-m02 how long do i have to serve for before retirement tho

[@joshjarvis2088]

Think you serve 26 years and then can retire? But it works in a few sets of years so at first you’ll sign up for 4 then you can either leave the army after that or continue for another set of years (I think)

[@r1wantone]

When do they get to do some live firing?

[@reaperdays5545]

Loving tour videos as they show inside wiev off training and what tou can expect andbits good basic knowledge if you geting ready to join army . Im training at a moment geting my self ready to join so digging up as much info as i can ,just couldint find info is palm tattos are allowed ? If anyone knows please drop me a message or reaply just donwn below .thanks in andvance

[@smithmario2416]

Are commonwealth individuals allow to join the British army yet?

[@eliselawless3246]

No not yet but keep an eye on the army website

[@wazz6765]

Elise Lawless no, plus fight for your own army

[@BuxtonHouse]

@@wazz6765 not as simple as you think

[@wazz6765]

Paul Brockbank how is it not simple to enlist for your own military

[@callamtitan5458]

Yes.

[@FM-wj2jd]

How long was this loaded March?

[@e92jacko]

Since when were recruits allowed camelbacks and their own personal webbing etc???

[@djrxp]

Great question. It's not personal, all the kit is issued. The Army has developed the kit needed. Camelbaks are a great bit of kit and everyone is issued one.

[@e92jacko]

djrxp that’s awesome. I’m currently in phase 2 raf reg training and the kit and webbing is very different, just thought it would be the same across tri-service but it’s cool to see it varies throughout. Great video!!

[@YurikoKataoka]

1:37 why are they holding their weapon under their armpit? We have to face the barrel up and put it against our chest no matter what while marching...

[@scarfacegaming1399]

When moving a a squad or tabbing its easier to carry it that way ( correct me if I am wrong)

[@YurikoKataoka]

@@scarfacegaming1399 Yeah it is and it's lovely to carry a weapon like that so you don't have to keep it up all the time. When we are doing a tactical movement, we have to keep the butt on our shoulder. If we are marching we have to keep the barrel up and stuff, that's awful if you are carrying a bag of 40+kg and shit. But that's how we do it in The Netherlands.

[@evanmclean4893]

@@YurikoKataoka work smarter not harder ;) I guess it depends on the situation. Like you said on a tactical patrol weapon systems would be shouldered in case of contact with an opposing force.

[@YurikoKataoka]

@@evanmclean4893 Yeah you are right. ;)

[@YurikoKataoka]

@Anduril I couldn't see if it was a tactical patrol or just marching. It's totally different in the UK. Thanks for your reply. Cleared up things!

[@georgehowes5317]

Thoughts on the fusiliers

[@djrxp]

Great armoured Infantry unit. Are you joining?

[@fesaitumario8836]

Trust the Fiji boys to be laughing and joking in the middle of a battle PT :)

[@kanedavies8856]

hi, dunno if you can help but I have assessment centre coming up on the 21st and I have recently seen a comment somebody was rejected due to high blood pressure, both my parents (father has been in 25+ years and still in) have it so thought I'd check mine out and it's consistently in the pre-high to high zone. I'm 6'1 76kg run 4 times a week 5ks 10ks and interval, my diet is clean. Leading up to assessment I won't be consuming any alcohol or caffeine and cutting back on salt intake etc. have you ever known anyone being rejected through high BP? It's stressing me out which is ironic as it's most likely making it worse haha

[@evanmclean4893]

I've know people be rejected for high blood pressure but you're taking the right steps to try reduce it. Good luck mate

[@kanedavies8856]

@@evanmclean4893 absolute nightmare, would crush me. Aw wey staying positive and see what is said thanks

[@evanmclean4893]

@@kanedavies8856 took me 6 years to get in from my first application, just don't mention anything at assessment. If you don't get in the first time around it just gives you more time to prepare

[@kanedavies8856]

@@evanmclean4893 wow that's some commitment pal, good effort yeah I'm saying dick until/if it's mentioned, this has been in thr pipes for months so I've had donkeys to prep. But with all the time I'm looking at threads and getting worked up about shit that is probably nothing, cheers

[@kanedavies8856]

@Luke yeet I'm assuming I don't get a choice do I?

[@andreastrano9153]

Hi , I’m Italian and I would like to join whit British army , it’s possible?

[@ericransome4264]

What watch is this that you are wearing

[@victersunil4140]

Me from India can I join British special forces or British army???

[@reynolds2638]

Issued webbing is really good now better pouches

[@djrxp]

Have you got it?

[@reynolds2638]

What have I got webbing ??? Yeah bought mine own in the end was sick of not being able to get to pouches fast lol

[@diitzu6714]

question. if your male does your hair need to be shaved/buzzed

[@mrturtle1016]

best haircut for the army cause you wont have to worry about it for a while

[@reynolds2638]

What’s the orange caps on end of the rifle

[@djrxp]

BFA (blank firing attachment). It is used when on exercise using blank ammunition. For training purposes only.

[@reynolds2638]

Yeah instead of bfa then ??

[@reynolds2638]

Yeah bfa I always used was big yellow ones lol better then orange caps less cleaning lol

[@harveyjoe2496]

fuck i should have went to Catterick...

[@chairmanDSE]

i saw a recruit with beards.. what could be his reason?

[@djrxp]

If certain religions/cultures/medical reasons mean that having facial hair is a necessity then it can be allowed. It must be kept neat and tidy. Your platoon staff will let you know

[@chairmanDSE]

I think i would have to keep beards when i join rifles reg as i usually have hair in growth (bumps) whenever i shave

[@globalnews6748]

Is this Harrogate or catterick

[@ljenko93]

Catterick

[@joshuathorpe6530]

Got one week left before I’m staring I can’t wait now

[@shmached]

Whats ya start date mate?

[@joshuathorpe6530]

shmached 9th August

[@shmached]

@@joshuathorpe6530 good luck mate! Whatre you joining?

[@joshuathorpe6530]

shmached royal tank crewman

[@shmached]

@@joshuathorpe6530 is that at Winchester or pirbright?

[@emekajoseph692]

Am a Nigerian, how do I enroll into the British Army??? It has been my dream..

[@magana604]

Just apply and wait for your call

[@s7d383]

Is it common for people to be rejected because of bad eyesight?

[@tgfrenchman3258]

It depends what role you are going for mate, for infantry roles you generally have to have decent eyesight. It is not required that you have 2020 vision, as you are allowed to have glasses. But the glasses are only allowed to be a certain prescription. That prescription will not be a strong one, so you still need pretty good vision.

[@tgfrenchman3258]

@Luke yeet Mate, i applied for the RM like 3 weeks ago and sent my medical off last week. I don't imagine there being any different in the way its processed. You get an eye test and you send the results off, they determine off of those results whether you pass.

[@mattwiper]

@@tgfrenchman3258 as long as your not colour blind and your prescription gives you good vision it dosent matter how bad you eye sight is without glasses. But eye defects ect will be a fail

[@joesheldon1401]

Is that a Royal Anglian flag I see

[@djrxp]

Absolutely💪

[@olliesaunders7856]

What watch do you have?

[@djrxp]

Garmin Fenix 3. I'm looking at upgrading soon. Really like the fenix, would recommend

[@jamesedwards8890]

Anyone for the 18th October intake?

[@djrxp]

Good luck!

[@elaminmochichi7767]

How do you get good at crawling ?

[@tgfrenchman3258]

just crawl more. But, crawling shouldn't be an especially hard task. If you find it difficult you need to improve your overall fitness.

[@elaminmochichi7767]

@@tgfrenchman3258 okay

[@djrxp]

Develop your upper body strength. But don't worry, we will teach you how to crawl (and there will be lots of opportunity to practice!)

[@normandoweir6437]

How long does training last for?

[@mrturtle1016]

14 weeks

[@gw2891]

@@mrturtle1016is that 14 weeks basic infantry training then join the battalion?

[@mrturtle1016]

@@gw2891 yes

[@gw2891]

@@mrturtle1016 that’s been cut massively since I joined

[@zx10rmac84]

Poacher or Viking mate. ✌️🇬🇧

[@djrxp]

Viking👌