WEEK 8 | Civilian To Soldier | British Army Basic Training | Infantry

Part 8 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 platoon takes on their first individual best effort weighted run (2Km with 15KG) following a 4Km weighted tab (20KG). This weight will keep increasing to meet the Infantry standard. The recruits conduct more live firing on the ranges and hone their marksmanship skills at different distances.
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[@Kalikz]

Don’t know his name but that guy fuckin loves it always a smile gotta respect the man

[@michaelbeach8988]

Loving this series! Great insight for a civilian!

[@Chinny42nd]

Best videos to watch to boost confidence or excitement! Really good for those wanting to know what happens week to week

[@pivottech8881]

These videos never get old. Love watching these for motivation and getting through covid. Stay safe

[@joshgrant6414]

This is amazing loving the series

[@ShaunOllerton]

Just stumbled across this series looks really good. Great insight into the beginnings of Army life. Once A Poacher, Always A Poacher.

[@djrxp]

Awesome thank you for the comment! Always nice to hear from the same cap badge

[@adamsmohammed3780]

That was amazing training.

[@rachelb2930]

I think you may have gotten a new subscriber!! Love this wee series, like I have no interest in joining Army , plus can't anyway because of health reasons but it's so interesting. It's amazing seeing the next generation of soldiers training to fight in whatever there asked to. Hope this group all pass out with flying colours and stay safe in there next adventure. Keep the good work up watching from Northern Ireland.😁

[@djrxp]

Thanks! Really appreciate the comment and glad you like it.🙏

[@paraskarki1537]

Namaste sir, I’ve just watched your videos from week 1to 8.I love these videos and I have just subscribe your channel.sir, if you have any training videos of Gurkhas,upload it.i am from Nepal. I am also trying to join the British Gurkha army this year so I want to see the training videos of Gurkhas to get basic knowledge.🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@martinchamberlain542]

I really hope you make it,sir. We really appreciate the Gurkhas here in the U K, you are the best.

[@Leady00]

Another top vid mate!

[@sergeil7375]

Great series, better insight on what to expect in the coming weeks, starting in September 💪

[@jameshorne7728]

What date mate I start on the 27th at Winchester

[@adamwoodford7629]

Final Fling in November. Unluckeee.

[@jameshorne7728]

Adam Woodford yeh I know it’s gonna be tough but I’m really looking foward to it

[@adamwoodford7629]

@@jameshorne7728 I did mine in the snow in January. Should be a doddle.

[@jameshorne7728]

Crannman I will see you there mate haha

[@lewiswalshfitness2773]

Great new video mate give people a chance to see what they are going to have to go through

[@djrxp]

Thanks! Appreciate the comment

[@spudlightgaming7680]

Absolutely love these videos been watching them from the start! currently in the process of applying for the infantry and turning my life around! i cant wait!

[@thatmancunian281]

me too mate, what regiment are you thinking?

[@chadwicklufc2832]

same lads got my briefing coming up

[@LiamMaccabe-wn2zx]

You do it

[@kelvinmwangi313]

Great content

[@wiberly661]

brilliant series love it

[@djrxp]

Great stuff :)

[@johnmoseskamotho]

just keep up the good work

[@wild_yeti]

Assessment on Tuesday. Hoping for the best. Great videos

[@djrxp]

Best of luck!

[@minii8608]

loving this series, got my date for glencourse assessment centre so great insight on what to expect if accepted

[@djrxp]

Thanks for the comment and good luck!

[@tartan_ninja69]

That a Sunto? cannot beat it, I love mine. Your lads were looking strong on the tab, And if your Lads can smile after an issue Horror bag sausage roll they must be good :D

[@jbeaumont702]

Love these videos. Great to watch before starting training.

[@jadenlambeth5223]

When do you start?

[@jbeaumont702]

Jaden Lambeth I’m going to pirbright in sept 27th

[@murray5645]

i have my assessment in 7weeks and if i pass i hopefully start at catterick next septemeber

[@jadenlambeth5223]

J Beaumont Nice. What is your 2k time because mine is awful so I’m just trying to find out how fit most people are going into training.

[@jbeaumont702]

Jaden Lambeth I did the 2km run at AC last September and got around 8:30 somewhere.

[@eugeniavalmond5757]

Kool video

[@harrychamberlain8780]

I’m 15 and looking to join Harrogate next year. These videos are really good and only get me exited if I get the chance to join

[@djrxp]

Awesome stuff - good luck!

[@DysfuncGamingTMS]

I'm hoping to start training asap! waiting on assessment dates atm, great series though

[@lucyknight9151]

Same here good luck

[@lewishunter7133]

Same here as well

[@sultansuleman1046]

This is a good series wish I had that when I was gonna go in

[@djrxp]

Thanks man!

[@sultansuleman1046]

@@djrxp what CIC course they on bud

[@jamieharvey409]

I start phase 1 on the 4th of October and while I’m going to Pirbright this is still helping me a lot in regards to what to expect for when I am training thank you for these videos they help a lot

[@TooQuickMitch]

Are you older than 17

[@TooQuickMitch]

Coz my start date is October 4th as well but I’m going Harrogate because I’m only 16

[@jamieharvey409]

Yeah im 20

[@StubieWan]

I used to be DS at RTC Pirbright. Good accommodation, good ranges and the scoffs not terrible. Just keep your head down give it your best and you'll do fine.

[@jamieharvey409]

@@StubieWan thank you so much, any tips/ do's and donts?

[@loqoriowaqanidrola1890]

Would love to see some beasting 😂😂😂 especially the locker monster going through some secure lockers and rooms 😂😂 knowing it’s not only shooting, tabbing, admin.

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

we all hated the locker monster!

[@djrxp]

Haha! All I'll say is the video is less than 10 mins from an entire week ... 😂

[@rorytait5640]

Great video. What size was their groupings roughly?

[@axelsaward7414]

that watch tho 👀🔥

[@djrxp]

Haha its the garmin fenix 3 💪

[@cheatchanbothcheatchanboth2632]

Good job 👏 of UK 🇬🇧

[@thejastdays]

I’m off to catterick on the 20th these videos are good insight cheers!

[@TriPsUK]

Alright mate if its September 20th ur off then theres a group chat with like 12 of us who are also goin on Sep 20th would u like to join?

[@thejastdays]

TriiPPs Go on then mate is it on messenger?

[@TriPsUK]

@@thejastdays aye what's ur FB and profile pic

[@thejastdays]

TriiPPs Thomas Storr and haven’t got a pfp haha

[@TriPsUK]

@@thejastdays u add me mate its Kieron Tate with a Union Jack pfp

[@loganwilly8357]

I’m in Harrogate 5 months in and would way prefer to go catterick would be 10X better but not being the age there is no point waiting when you can pass out before the time u can join catterick

[@connorallen506]

They have it cushty in basic now look at the webbing day sack and boots bet these go through training blister free

[@djrxp]

I definitely would not describe the training they are going through as cushty😂

[@lukestapleton7917]

Anyone starting Catterick in September? Love these videos can’t wait to get there now

[@drflake4589]

Me, which reg?

[@Taylor-uq1ce]

I should be starting in October, good luck

[@lukestapleton7917]

Dr Flake rifles mate, what’s yours?

[@TriPsUK]

@@lukestapleton7917 theres a group chat with 15 of us all goin September 20th if that's ur dat I'll add u to chat if want?

[@lukestapleton7917]

TriiPPs aye cheers mate

[@tomsardeson9371]

This gets me so fired up. Anyone else starting at catterick on october 18th?

[@joewebster4835]

Tom Sardeson good luck bro 👍

[@shmached]

Yes me mate, im going royal anglians, wbu?

[@untoldfable6435]

i am too, Royal Anglians also.

[@shmached]

@@untoldfable6435 you got a social media I can add mate? Gonna be it together for 6 months might as well get to know each other now

[@untoldfable6435]

@@shmached yes mate, Instagram @chibbetson

[@milliegreen5994]

Do you have a small private locker in basic training, other than the kit lockers?

[@User-fu7io]

Quick question after all trainings do you guys get gun licence and fight in the open after training like missons

[@edwardreid7586]

October 25th can't wait to start my journey at pirbright!

[@noelfuh8153]

Wow that's lovely, could you tell about the recruitment process I have checked the army website but it's not really clear for commonwealth citizens like us. So do you mind telling me about it

[@carolinemarcello1818]

@@noelfuh8153 if you got in touch with Edward Reid please let me know am having the same issue

[@noelfuh8153]

@@carolinemarcello1818 hello Caroline

[@carolinemarcello1818]

@@noelfuh8153 hell noel did you get any new updates?

[@noelfuh8153]

@@carolinemarcello1818 no I have not gotten any new updates. I am still struggling to know about the process for commonwealth citizens

[@robertosullivan672]

Just a quick question,if you wanted to replicate the kit/weight the lads carried, for your own training. For the 4Km they were wearing belt order and the 40L issue Daysack.For the 2Km they were wearing belt order and the issue 17L assault pack. Packed 17L carried inside the 40L to make up the weight up to the start point of the 2Km??? If so does anyone know what items are packed in each(belt order/17L/40L)?

[@danjames9714]

Start ITC on the 27th of September anyone on that date too ?

[@ethanryan5299]

Deffo got beasted because a screw pocketed abit of brass then said he found them after they brass picked😂

[@cubz5049]

that one screw who always has the same piece of brass in his pocket and always pulls it out after brass picking and claim he's found it

[@nathanjones4496]

20th September start of a new Career can’t wait

[@pauln1998]

Catterick?

[@ashfordgriffith3067]

Team caterrick here.

[@joekenny4733]

Pirbright 20th September

[@djrxp]

Good luck!

[@nathanjones4496]

pauln1998 Catterick bud

[@cgs6070]

Looking at starting my application tomorrow to join the infantry. Just wondering if they will be any quals that I can get while I’m in to help me for when I come out in years to come ?

[@Seewhogetsluckyfirst]

Get a trade mate join something else

[@djrxp]

There are many opportunities available to you. If you continue with the career then you will get qualifications that can get you a degree as well (Sgt Maj level)

[@Emily-lk9cf]

Hey what time do you have to wake up every day when your in the army

[@djrxp]

Depends what is going on, whether you are on exercise, operations, training in camp or just regular work routine. Also depends on how you as an individual want to start your day. BUT, typically, the working day starts at 0800

[@ericransome4264]

What watch is this at the start of your video

[@fwickham2074]

How many weeks are basic training? I’m most likely gonna be joining because I got rejected by my university, just researching which job role I would love. Love all your videos mate!

[@schemasnow2611]

Was 26 apparently 18 now

[@park_rat_matt]

SchemaSnow Pretty sure it’s still 26 weeks basic.

[@brandonhandse5864]

Its 26 weeks for both basic and phase 2 training. think basic is around 14 week or so

[@park_rat_matt]

Brandon Handse Think were on about infantry so it’s 26 weeks basic minimum for infantry at catterick. Phase 1 and Phase 2 are both included in the combat infantry course.

[@schemasnow2611]

Its 18

[@bel320]

I was on that range 2 weeks ago lol

[@djrxp]

Hopefully it was sunny😂

[@ALoonwolf]

Get them to shoot at bullshit until they run out of ammunition. Then continue shooting back with your unlimited supply. Match their training distances but run across much tougher environments than smooth flat paths.

[@armadillobest1114]

Are the recruits doing the 4KM tab with 20KG and 2KM run with 15KG ? Because I am about to start basic training phase 1, I have chose infantry rifles regiment and I would like to know if this it will be done by the infantry rifles regiment please.

[@djrxp]

In this video yes, the weight starts off low and we increase it as we go. Don't worry about training with weight, just get the cardio in

[@ewanedwards2721]

Can u do a video on you becoming an officer?

[@djrxp]

Quite a few people have asked this. At some point yes I will, and I'll try and get some fellow Officers to give their input too!

[@ewanedwards2721]

@@djrxp Thanks that would give me a great insight as I would like to become one myself but I'm only 16 at the moment.

[@akashali2705]

Do you still get to go home on weekend during phase 1 training or has that changed due to covid 19?

[@djrxp]

Good question. It has changed due to COVID but there is still leave programmed in.

[@akashali2705]

@@djrxp how often do you get leave?

[@elaminmochichi7767]

How to get good at tabbing, fast walking especially with short legs im 4 foot 8 manlet, I wanna be able to catch up with the same pace and stride but I guess they're going to have farther steps 😞

[@bradturner7678]

Damn you smol.

[@elaminmochichi7767]

@@bradturner7678 Xtra smol 😟

[@park_rat_matt]

Just practise carrying weight mate. Time in the hills carrying weight is brilliant and will give you a good head start. Just remember to start off slow and light, then build up the weight and distance as you progress.

[@elaminmochichi7767]

@@park_rat_matt Thanks!

[@wavesdunya9846]

Could you please tell me what watch that was at the beginning

[@MLEWISA95]

Garmin

[@djrxp]

Garmin fenix 3

[@Adam-sp8pl]

Who picks up all the brass?

[@jordonfoster5360]

I’ve just got a call about my AC, they’re rushing me to catterick instead of waiting for a space at Glencorse. Can’t deny I’m nervous now they’ve pushed it less than a week

[@kianmoran4349]

Don’t worry mate you’ve got this 💪🏻💪🏻

[@jordonfoster5360]

kian moran cheers pal! Done it in December but couldn’t do the run because of shin splints 😂 now 2 month of training has to be squashed down into a week hahaha

[@kianmoran4349]

Jordon Foster I’m goin to AC In October but not looking forward to the bleep test as I’ve not been training it as long as normal running

[@jordonfoster5360]

kian moran yeah I find the bleep test a lot harder than the run, harder to keep motivated in a small group. Only good thing is you get 3 warnings so guess it’s a kick in the arse every time

[@jordonfoster5360]

kian moran what regiment you going for?

[@tizsroywilliams4188]

Wanna join so bad. My country has been covid 19 free for a few months now wish I could jus fly up n join already

[@jactucker6636]

Your country ?

[@tizsroywilliams4188]

@@jactucker6636 st Vincent and the grenadines

[@magobilk]

I’m guards and our 4K was 40kg and 2k was 15kg

[@MrWANG-do8cc]

Hello Sir, I got my back injury at the gym but i can do most of the task. Does it affect on training? Can i join ? Thanks

[@bradturner7678]

Is it spinal?

[@MrWANG-do8cc]

No mate

[@BobGnarly420]

Whats happens if u don't pass in those 15 mins

[@djrxp]

You get an opportunity to retest

[@liamsmith6628]

RIP that guys nan.

[@djrxp]

😂 I'm surprised there haven't been more comments like this👌

[@ryanoshea6910]

How long is it for the application process to join take on average?

[@TooQuickMitch]

RYAN OSHEA it takes about 8 months on average but because of COVID-19 it may take longer. I applied in November 2019 and my assessment was in February 2020, after that if you pass you just have to wait for a email or text to say when your start date is. For instance I’m going on October 4th 2020 at Harrogate.

[@ryanoshea6910]

@@TooQuickMitch Thanks. can't wait to join up.

[@wilmawinkydoo7005]

What coy are you in, in battalion sir?

[@djrxp]

I was in C Coy. Had an absolutely fantastic time.

[@TooQuickMitch]

Anyone going Harrogate on October 4th

[@michaelperkins1065]

can i still join the army because i want to do royal engineering if i have eczema

[@yesyesoyes72]

Hi, this might help you. apply.army.mod.uk/how-to-join/can-i-join/medical#

[@TooQuickMitch]

Michael Perkins it depends on how bad your eczema is

[@victersunil4140]

Please share with me information

[@vvortexxo2]

How come they all get susat scopes now?

[@tomstravels520]

Probably because most front line units have LDS so they can give the SUSAT’s to training units

[@tmarshyyy161]

How long before you start basic do you get your instructions and kit list? I start on the 20th September and I haven’t received them yet.

[@TriPsUK]

Alright mate do u want to join a group chat theres 12 of us all goin on September 20th

[@tmarshyyy161]

TriiPPs yeah go on then

[@TriPsUK]

@@tmarshyyy161 what's ur Facebook?

[@TriPsUK]

@@tmarshyyy161 which one mate?

[@TriPsUK]

@@tmarshyyy161 done it I think

[@Tommophillips99]

How many weeks of basic training in total including any time you spend going back home if there is any?

[@callamtitan5458]

24 weeks training I think still. You get leave in between training segments. And weekends off but with covid I guess it may be different

[@Tommophillips99]

Callam Titan how long would leave be? Or is that included in the 24 weeks?

[@djrxp]

This course is 23 weeks. The normal course is 26 weeks. This is slightly less due to COVID restrictions when it was planned

[@Tommophillips99]

djrxp lovely stuff thank you

[@darrenmcc1968]

4:06 someone got that rifle on full auto

[@tomstravels520]

That’s from a different range. The rate of fire is too slow to be from rifle

[@oliwiarodak465]

do you have to know how to shoot with a gun before this whole training thing

[@skiz-7104]

no wth

[@TomTheGamer913]

Stupid question lol obviously not

[@juliet5696]

Hey, do you have any women training with you? Do men and women train together? Thanks!

[@djrxp]

Yes we do! Have just replied to your other comment😊

[@dylanbarker6400]

What happens if you fail all these assessments what happens ??

[@TomTheGamer913]

You may be back trooped and finish your training with another troop. But that’s only if you’re really behind lots of times. They build you up so you should be able to do it by week 8

[@lewisnewman9633]

What happens if they don’t meet the 15min pass for 2km?

[@adamwoodford7629]

Then they're a fat mong that should of never applied to join on the first place. You can walk it in that time..

[@vxprn_]

@@adamwoodford7629 😂😂😂

[@nathanwilson4849]

Slightly off topic; anyone know what watch that is?

[@MLEWISA95]

Garmin

[@djrxp]

Garmin fenix 3 to be exact!

[@MLEWISA95]

djrxp that’s the one , sir 👍🏽

[@oliviasmith3922]

do men and women train together or is it separated?

[@slyninja2298]

They sometimes train together

[@schemasnow2611]

Together

[@dalemurphy1035]

Wow just fucking wow lol

[@djrxp]

?

[@Danny-gb2kj]

Are tabs mainly walking/fast walking?

[@yesyesoyes72]

Pretty sure that tabs are fast walking mixed with running. Due to a tab being a Tactical Advance to Battle

[@OperatorKerri]

There's meant to be a formula to it but it's really up to the PT staff. You'll march at a brisk walking pace for most of it and you'll double for a couple of hundred metres every couple of kilometres.

[@yesyesoyes72]

@@OperatorKerri Yea

[@park_rat_matt]

Just to clarify tabs will always consist of carrying a weight such as your Bergen, webbing and rifle. The tactical advance to battle simulates what it would be like to walk into a battle with all your gear. This is why a lot of tabs end with a shooting exercise.

[@NONESHALLPASS1066]

Can I join the army if I have moderate autism?

[@danjames9714]

Yeah one of my mates have done it

[@djrxp]

Best to apply and ask the recruiters/on the medical

[@NONESHALLPASS1066]

djrxp thank you sir I’ll probs apply next year so that I can train for the selection if they say yes, thanks mate god bless

[@Cammy-ds2qt]

Is this basic training or infantry training

[@djrxp]

Basic training. Infantry training starts in week 12

[@romaiobrown-senior8602]

How do you get into the role you do?

[@romaiobrown-senior8602]

Like what regiment/route?

[@djrxp]

To be an officer you must attend the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. It is there where you then decide what regiments/Corps you wish to join

[@gw2891]

@@djrxpand you change your name to Rupert 😅

[@discobriscoe5880]

S

[@donbarry1]

anyone here apply for Royal Irish

[@andrewstinson5946]

4:16 Fagan

[@anujjha4225]

I have 2 doubts 1.. If we are selected for Biomedical scientists.. Phase 2 training is for 3 yrs.. What should we get paid.. As a private or as a trainee 2..In phase 2 training.. Can we live off campus privately.. 3..If we are single.. And want to leave in military quarters.. Can we leave alone or with girlfriend..

[@anujjha4225]

@UC77gOxgEaVkmovuxiW9ERtA what about.. If i want to leave with my mom dad... In service family accommodation.. Without getting married... Or in phase 2 training

[@elaminmochichi7767]

@@anujjha4225 I think you get paid as trainee cuz you're still training in phase 2, you get paid private after passing phase 2 I THINK, key word think lol. If ur single you can live in military quarter.

[@anujjha4225]

@@elaminmochichi7767 if want to leave as a couple with gf.. Can we leave in service family quarters

[@elaminmochichi7767]

@@anujjha4225 Yes you can cuz your girlfriend is family and hopefully you guys will marry soon

[@schemasnow2611]

If you're not married the army count you as single

[@wild_yeti]

That South African is always so happy.

[@frazerhamilton9910]

Kneeling supported position mmmmmmmmmm maybe the instructors need a wee lesson

[@lewishardiman7628]

I did mine in 9minutes 56

[@victersunil4140]

May i join the British army me from India.