Basic Training
Basic Training consists of three phases:
Red Phase: The Army makes sure every recruit is physically and mentally prepared to start Basic Training. Upon determining this, recruits are given a haircut, issued Army uniforms and are ready to start training.
Red Phase: The Army makes sure every recruit is physically and mentally prepared to start Basic Training. Upon determining this, recruits are given a haircut, issued Army uniforms and are ready to start training.
- Recruits arrive for general orientation and are given haircuts and issued Army uniforms.
- Basic Tactical training begins followed by Nuclear Biological and Chemical Defense, Landmine Defense and rappelling at the confidence tower.
- Recruits learn about Army heritage and the Seven Army Core Values
- Recruits undergo the Army Physical Fitness Test to help determine their physical aptitude. This test is routinely administered to Soldiers throughout their enlistment periods to ensure their top physical condition.
- Tactical Foot March, Basic Rifle Marksmanship
- Engagement Skills and Situational Training Exercises
- Field Training Exercises, Confidence Obstacle Course and the Tactical Foot March
- U.S. Weapons Training (.50 Caliber M2), (Hand Grenades), (M136 AT-4), (M240B Machine Gun), (M249 Machine Gun)
- Field Training Exercise 3
- Tactical Foot March 10KM and 15KM