Haha. Some memories about that school!. I was a Marine in Ranger class 12-92 . Anyone going there should focus on knowing that no matter how much it sucks while you’re going through it; graduation day will come as sure as the sun will come up to warm you up, you will eat again, you will sleep again, don’t give up just because you’re uncomfortable. Get that tab.
I was in the 82nd in the early 80s, I love your videos, you motivate me in life. I work in DevOps and Cybersecurity now but I gleen so much from your enthusiasm and willingness to share your knowledge. I appreciate the work you do.
An Army Infantry SSG. I once had a 2LT platoon leader who was peered out of Ranger School... TWICE! Not sure if he was being a turd, or just because he was naturally stubborn. But having served with many who were tabbed, the takeaway here is this: Be a pal. Offer to carry more than your share, help out buddies and leadership whenever possible, and this won't happen to you.
My son graduated in April with RC 5-24, his first attempt at RS; he recycled once in Mountains (for an ND), and got GO's on 4-6 looks overall. Recycling Mountains was actually good as it let him build his strength back. Currently serving with TOG. Proud Ranger Dad!
Mountain phase, did a night time live fire ambush ( towed vehicles ) . When we started pulling back there were person sized shadows scurrying around the positions we had been firing from. Found out later it was back woods hill people grabbing spent brass. The Tennessee valley divide is literally Deliverance.
Yeah, that never happened. There are no "live fire" patrols at modern Ranger School. And the only live fire type patrols they did back in the day was in FL phase. So, yeah, you just heard a story that somebody that went to Ranger School told and decided to embellish on it.
Thank you for a most interesting and well-presented video. In the mid 70’s my boss was an infantry captain in the Royal Canadian Regiment. One day he told me about his experience on the US Army Ranger course. He said they were required to make a jump and the Americans assumed the Canadian students would all be jump qualified. He wasn’t and had never made a jump but he asked his fellow students for assistance and with their help learned what to do, and so was able to make a successful jump. Later when this leaked, he was called before the school staff where he was admonished (with a Ranger wink). What struck me most about this Captain was that he was of medium build, quiet and soft spoken, the opposite of a Rambo type warrior. A vacancy on a US Ranger course was much coveted and those selected did not want to fail. Returning to your regiment without earning the Ranger tab would be a source of shame.
I'm just a German father of a 82nd soldier who really wants to try the Ranger Tab. Watching your Video's just makes me even prouder: Great Information. Message to the rest of the World. Don't mess with the US Military. These guy's and girls are good!
Just bought your 13 week ranger training program. It looks great. As someone who strives to achieve being a ranger and ultimately SF, it looks like an amazing start. Currently in the enlistment process.
I grew up in Pearl Harbor Hawaii. My dad was a chief for 20 years my mom was a marine. My sister just joined the army and is living her best life playing in one of the top bands..I played baseball professionally. Transitioning into a stable career post covid has been difficult. At 32 my wife and I have 2 kids under 3 and I want to join up with the goal of becoming an army ranger which is how I found your channel.
Liked and subbed. One of the best and most informative video I have seen in my research. I’m an Air Force E-6 and I’ve had this ambition to do Ranger school and this was everything I was looking for. Thank you sir!
Graduated class 11-86. After the Mountain Phase we jumped into Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah for a Desert Phase. Then we jumped into Florida for the final phase. Back then it was only one MRE a day. We looked like refugees when we graduated.
i was SF Navy, my son left 2 weeks ago to basic. His path he signed up for is Army Airbourne Ranger Combat Medic. I don't speak Army so this video is very helpful. Thank you.
GL to your son, if you would, tell him to really wk in AIT since they don’t have any Ranger Leays? There (Ranger sergents who come do pt there) and he’ll have to put in the work by himself and battle buddies on the side once he gets phased up
Having just dropped out of RASP and now being sent to Ranger School literally a month after getting to my unit, I'll ne honest, I'm terrified of failing again, I know I won't quit, but that fear is always in the back of my mind. I pray to God that He will help me through this and help me not give up on myself again. Thank you for this video sir, I'll be coming back with that tab!
I get the sleep deprivation, I was used to it in the Marines but 0-5 a day for 62 days? That's crazy how do people function? Longest I went was 2 hours per night for 12 days and I was already seeing things and hating life.
I'm 41 and trying to get in Ranger School. Just finished BCT and checking if I can join just because a Sargeant told me I would quit. Proved him wrong on BCT and looking forward to prove him wrong here, also.
Here goes. I go to the pre- ranger at the end of June. Then once that's done I go straight to Ranger. But the catch is I'm doing JRTC before pre Ranger. Two days after JRTC I start pre Ranger. I'll make it happen. The way I look at it, I'll stay in shape and get into the military planning mind set necessary for the missions at the school. My only concern is keeping my packing list up to date.
I'm 30 yrs old joining the military for the first time. Im not in my 18 yr old prime shape. I leave March 4th. This is something I always wanted to do and wanted to be a part of . I've already been through MEPS and I signed to be a 25u Airborne Ranger. Any advice on how to take on ranger school or anything you've said outside this video that I should know or be aware of in order to prepare?
I have heard that SORs are for for real-world safety issues but it sounds like also for blue:blue behaviors on FTX even with blanks, etc. Adjusting fire onto friendly forces, failing to shift supporting fires, etc. Back in my day, it would have been Major Minus Spotreps. "Volunteer to hump the Pig / 240 - every time." Best advice I got before Ranger School. Class 4-83.
@@GrittySoldier I have been following you for years! You’re the reason I applied to OCS 2x! By far one of the best leaders the Army has!! Congratulations on JM brother!
Would you recommend the same training program for a woman? Is there any modifications/extra work maybe that should be added? I know it’s same all at the school, so this is just for training purposes.
Off topic question, anyone got watch recommendations for Ranger? I was thinking about a Hamilton Field Khaki but I don't like that the sapphire glass is reflective. Easy fix with a watch cover if anyone's got suggestions. Can I take an analogue non-GPS watch with built in barometer, altimeter, compass? Definitely gonna take at least two watches with me when I go in July.
You’ve got to get in the pool and put yourself through the standards. I’d also find a place with a high dive and start getting over any fear of jumping into deep water from heights.
fixing to sign a contract with my job being 25Hotel with airborne school, then ranger school after airborne. i’m physically getting myself prepared but im nervous that i wont be trained enough in basic boot camp to efficiently carry out rtts and land navigation for ranger school, any tips?
You sure you want to be a 25H? Also are you going National Guard because the only people who I see getting Ranger School (not Rasp) is OSUT soldiers in National Guard.
I would say really focus on cardio. When I say Cardio try doing an 8 mile run at a 8:00 to 8:15 pace 5 Mile with the goal of being as close to 7 minute to 7:15 pace 8 - 10, 400m (1/4 mile) Sprints with a target time of 1:30. Try getting a toatal amount of 20 to 25 miles a week of running just so you get used to the amount of volume and stress on the body. Stress fractures and pains is what gets alot of people and to mitigate that you just need to add volume to your workouts. Strength training is important as well.
@@mcknightdavenwhy do you want to be a 25H? Do you want to work with computers? Cause if you want to do computers what you should really ask is what type of computer work you want to do?
Sailor here interested in ranger school.. Im good to go I can handle this kind of training, I’m very physical fit however the only thing I am not sure of is not being able to parachute? Do you have to parachute?
can you become a ranger regardless of your mos? i really want to become a ranger later on but my mom doesnt really liike that im joining the army so shes making me choose a "safer" mos
Pick the mos that you will have the most enjoyment with. Do not pick an mos that you won’t want to do every single day as your job. This is your career after all, and you’re becoming an adult and a leader. You must choose for yourself, something that you want to wake up and do, even on the tough days. That being said, any mos can attend ranger school, but combat arms typically send the most with infantry being the largest population. Regardless, bug your leadership about going as much as possible, and prove to them that you will pass ranger school by being athletically dominant, and a leader! Good luck.
I would say prepare for the current one, but go through the new one a few times just in case. ARTB has still not published a release date, I’m already having doubts it will be January…
🤔 I would say not really, I guess in some ways, but a lot more is just up to you on whether you’ll fail or not. RIs will NOT hold your hand with anything.
Ranger School is NOT a School! You don't "Learn how to be a Ranger". You go to Ranger School, to prove that you ALREADY ARE an Airborne Ranger. That means understanding the RAID, AMBUSH, MOVEMENT TO CONTACT, AND RECON so you could do it in your sleep; literally. Listen to the OP ORDERS, understand what is being communicated, plan a simple and clear mission, and make audibles as needed. ALSO, go to School Airborne Qualified. Airborne Operations are a significant part of being an "Airborne" Ranger. Everyone gets hurt jumping; CSM Birch broke his leg jumping at Haditha, and he didn't get it fixed until 3rd Batt came home two and half months later. You will be fine...
Haha. Some memories about that school!. I was a Marine in Ranger class 12-92 . Anyone going there should focus on knowing that no matter how much it sucks while you’re going through it; graduation day will come as sure as the sun will come up to warm you up, you will eat again, you will sleep again, don’t give up just because you’re uncomfortable. Get that tab.
My kid just started Ranger school today. 90% chance of rain on Tuesday when, as I understand it, they'll be doing land nav.
Did he get his tab?
I was in the 82nd in the early 80s, I love your videos, you motivate me in life. I work in DevOps and Cybersecurity now but I gleen so much from your enthusiasm and willingness to share your knowledge. I appreciate the work you do.
That’s awesome to hear man seriously. Thanks for the support! I’ll keep doing my best to provide more motivation! 🤜 🤛
An Army Infantry SSG. I once had a 2LT platoon leader who was peered out of Ranger School... TWICE! Not sure if he was being a turd, or just because he was naturally stubborn. But having served with many who were tabbed, the takeaway here is this: Be a pal. Offer to carry more than your share, help out buddies and leadership whenever possible, and this won't happen to you.
Went in as E5..Promo..went in hard ..stayed hard..even surrounded by RIs..in the team shaq..First time go .fuckem
My son graduated in April with RC 5-24, his first attempt at RS; he recycled once in Mountains (for an ND), and got GO's on 4-6 looks overall. Recycling Mountains was actually good as it let him build his strength back. Currently serving with TOG. Proud Ranger Dad!
Mountain phase, did a night time live fire ambush ( towed vehicles ) . When we started pulling back there were person sized shadows scurrying around the positions we had been firing from. Found out later it was back woods hill people grabbing spent brass.
The Tennessee valley divide is literally Deliverance.
Damn that’s hilarious 😂
That’s ghost child. He is still here picking up brass to this very day.
Yeah, that never happened. There are no "live fire" patrols at modern Ranger School. And the only live fire type patrols they did back in the day was in FL phase. So, yeah, you just heard a story that somebody that went to Ranger School told and decided to embellish on it.
@@briang9005😂😂😂😂 damn you caught that nigga
Thank you for a most interesting and well-presented video.
In the mid 70’s my boss was an infantry captain in the Royal Canadian Regiment. One day he told me about his experience on the US Army Ranger course. He said they were required to make a jump and the Americans assumed the Canadian students would all be jump qualified. He wasn’t and had never made a jump but he asked his fellow students for assistance and with their help learned what to do, and so was able to make a successful jump. Later when this leaked, he was called before the school staff where he was admonished (with a Ranger wink).
What struck me most about this Captain was that he was of medium build, quiet and soft spoken, the opposite of a Rambo type warrior. A vacancy on a US Ranger course was much coveted and those selected did not want to fail. Returning to your regiment without earning the Ranger tab would be a source of shame.
Got my Sapper Tab with your program - it’s the real deal. Ranger School is next up! Thanks so much for your videos.
You gotta embrace the suck!!! Keep sharing and speaking the truth brother!! "STRIKE HOLD"
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Yes 😂
Awesome video, thank you. Off to OSUT as a 30 year old in a month. Hitting Airborne and Ranger school after. Excited but anxious.
I'm just a German father of a 82nd soldier who really wants to try the Ranger Tab. Watching your Video's just makes me even prouder: Great Information. Message to the rest of the World. Don't mess with the US Military. These guy's and girls are good!
Just bought your 13 week ranger training program. It looks great. As someone who strives to achieve being a ranger and ultimately SF, it looks like an amazing start. Currently in the enlistment process.
Good to hear! Stick to that program! Tons of Rangers have seen success using it. 👊
@@GrittySoldier Yes sir! I’m excited as hell. Thanks and be safe out there 💪💪 👊
I grew up in Pearl Harbor Hawaii. My dad was a chief for 20 years my mom was a marine. My sister just joined the army and is living her best life playing in one of the top bands..I played baseball professionally. Transitioning into a stable career post covid has been difficult. At 32 my wife and I have 2 kids under 3 and I want to join up with the goal of becoming an army ranger which is how I found your channel.
SFC here graduated 10-23 keep grinding!
Wait. What company were you?
my prospective class up date is 11-24, thanks for the vid gritty, keep the ranger school vids coming!!🤝
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Liked and subbed. One of the best and most informative video I have seen in my research. I’m an Air Force E-6 and I’ve had this ambition to do Ranger school and this was everything I was looking for. Thank you sir!
Graduated class 11-86. After the Mountain Phase we jumped into Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah for a Desert Phase. Then we jumped into Florida for the final phase. Back then it was only one MRE a day. We looked like refugees when we graduated.
Awesome this is a huge help! Thanks man I’m still working to get there. Hopefully this spring!
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i was SF Navy, my son left 2 weeks ago to basic. His path he signed up for is Army Airbourne Ranger Combat Medic. I don't speak Army so this video is very helpful. Thank you.
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@@ARKADIES40where’s the cap? You saying 68w can’t go ranger/airborne????
GL to your son, if you would, tell him to really wk in AIT since they don’t have any Ranger Leays? There (Ranger sergents who come do pt there) and he’ll have to put in the work by himself and battle buddies on the side once he gets phased up
WTF is SF Navy?
Having just dropped out of RASP and now being sent to Ranger School literally a month after getting to my unit, I'll ne honest, I'm terrified of failing again, I know I won't quit, but that fear is always in the back of my mind. I pray to God that He will help me through this and help me not give up on myself again. Thank you for this video sir, I'll be coming back with that tab!
Did you decide to drop out?
Just graduated from ranger school, have a video/advice for fitness/nutrition afterwards. Lost about 30 pounds and obviously super weak now. Thanks!
Great video! Enlisted DHG, Class 4-92. I still dream about those blueberry pancakes in Mountain Phase.
I get the sleep deprivation, I was used to it in the Marines but 0-5 a day for 62 days? That's crazy how do people function? Longest I went was 2 hours per night for 12 days and I was already seeing things and hating life.
I'm 41 and trying to get in Ranger School. Just finished BCT and checking if I can join just because a Sargeant told me I would quit. Proved him wrong on BCT and looking forward to prove him wrong here, also.
Here goes. I go to the pre- ranger at the end of June. Then once that's done I go straight to Ranger. But the catch is I'm doing JRTC before pre Ranger. Two days after JRTC I start pre Ranger. I'll make it happen. The way I look at it, I'll stay in shape and get into the military planning mind set necessary for the missions at the school. My only concern is keeping my packing list up to date.
That mission and purpose slide is me front and center lol.
Man hopefully I get a slot to go to Ranger School next year
Interesting… Ranger school is almost the same length of time as Bone Marrow Transplant treatment for hematologic malignancies (leukemia, etc)
I'm 30 yrs old joining the military for the first time. Im not in my 18 yr old prime shape. I leave March 4th. This is something I always wanted to do and wanted to be a part of . I've already been through MEPS and I signed to be a 25u Airborne Ranger. Any advice on how to take on ranger school or anything you've said outside this video that I should know or be aware of in order to prepare?
I have heard that SORs are for for real-world safety issues but it sounds like also for blue:blue behaviors on FTX even with blanks, etc. Adjusting fire onto friendly forces, failing to shift supporting fires, etc. Back in my day, it would have been Major Minus Spotreps. "Volunteer to hump the Pig / 240 - every time." Best advice I got before Ranger School. Class 4-83.
I have to go.
I’m on my way to W.O.C.C in January then hopefully off to RTB after WOBC!
Let’s go!! Awesome path man!
@@GrittySoldier I have been following you for years! You’re the reason I applied to OCS 2x! By far one of the best leaders the Army has!!
Congratulations on JM brother!
You have a RASP II date? What MOS are you?
Would you recommend the same training program for a woman? Is there any modifications/extra work maybe that should be added? I know it’s same all at the school, so this is just for training purposes.
Yep same program, we’ve have many females use the program and find success at Ranger. 👍
15:23 most important part of the video
Off topic question, anyone got watch recommendations for Ranger? I was thinking about a Hamilton Field Khaki but I don't like that the sapphire glass is reflective. Easy fix with a watch cover if anyone's got suggestions. Can I take an analogue non-GPS watch with built in barometer, altimeter, compass? Definitely gonna take at least two watches with me when I go in July.
Great and insightful video!
How likely is it to get a ranger school slot while stationed in korea? Especially in a non infantry mos
Is the mountain phase very similar to mountain school?
I’m getting ready for ranger school and I’m honestly so terrified of the combat water survival part… how do I get rid of that fear
You’ve got to get in the pool and put yourself through the standards. I’d also find a place with a high dive and start getting over any fear of jumping into deep water from heights.
Noo, Gritty haven’t said that he hopes that we’re out there, achieving whatever our goals might be, the day is ruined, nooo.
You’re right I totally forgot to say that 😂
fixing to sign a contract with my job being 25Hotel with airborne school, then ranger school after airborne. i’m physically getting myself prepared but im nervous that i wont be trained enough in basic boot camp to efficiently carry out rtts and land navigation for ranger school, any tips?
You sure you want to be a 25H? Also are you going National Guard because the only people who I see getting Ranger School (not Rasp) is OSUT soldiers in National Guard.
Yeah check out this video: th-cam.com/video/eGp4k8d2P14/w-d-xo.htmlsi=x_ZsUbSJZD2x3t7D
I would say really focus on cardio.
When I say Cardio try doing an
8 mile run at a 8:00 to 8:15 pace
5 Mile with the goal of being as close to 7 minute to 7:15 pace
8 - 10, 400m (1/4 mile) Sprints with a target time of 1:30.
Try getting a toatal amount of 20 to 25 miles a week of running just so you get used to the amount of volume and stress on the body. Stress fractures and pains is what gets alot of people and to mitigate that you just need to add volume to your workouts.
Strength training is important as well.
@@tracphonevirtualmagazine okay thank you, is a 25H a bad idea?
@@mcknightdavenwhy do you want to be a 25H? Do you want to work with computers? Cause if you want to do computers what you should really ask is what type of computer work you want to do?
The frame next to the door is crooked just fyi
Class 2-14/ mountains was cold af
Drone city
Bruh 🥶
Since allowing Women through, it appears that Ranger School is not the same anymore. You got Soldiers gaining weight during Ranger School?
Sailor here interested in ranger school.. Im good to go I can handle this kind of training, I’m very physical fit however the only thing I am not sure of is not being able to parachute? Do you have to parachute?
Uh, it is called Airborne Ranger….if you don’t want to jump then look into USMC Infantry. ARSOF and NAVSOF are Airborne Units.
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can you become a ranger regardless of your mos? i really want to become a ranger later on but my mom doesnt really liike that im joining the army so shes making me choose a "safer" mos
Pick the mos that you will have the most enjoyment with. Do not pick an mos that you won’t want to do every single day as your job. This is your career after all, and you’re becoming an adult and a leader. You must choose for yourself, something that you want to wake up and do, even on the tough days.
That being said, any mos can attend ranger school, but combat arms typically send the most with infantry being the largest population. Regardless, bug your leadership about going as much as possible, and prove to them that you will pass ranger school by being athletically dominant, and a leader! Good luck.
Should we still train for the current RPA or the RPA 2.0? What guidance would you give sir?
I would say prepare for the current one, but go through the new one a few times just in case. ARTB has still not published a release date, I’m already having doubts it will be January…
@@GrittySoldier Do you have any advice on training for that skedco drag, which is 185 pounds?
do you keep your phone during ranger school?
Definitely no
Is an RI similar to a drill sgt?
🤔 I would say not really, I guess in some ways, but a lot more is just up to you on whether you’ll fail or not. RIs will NOT hold your hand with anything.
The Women must Love you cause you have the looks and the uniform and lots of army expiriance, just saying
Oh well thank you! I’ve only got one woman I’m concerned with in that regard though 😉
Does the Army pay you to make videos? Or is all of this under your own volition?
I wish the army paid me to make videos 😂
Nolan the Police Officer???
Comment for algorithm
I’ll take it 😉
@GrittySoldier keep it up Sir!
I served 8 years in the U.S. Army and did enough to be the greatest armed forceman in history, the Lebron James of the armed forces.
Ranger School is NOT a School! You don't "Learn how to be a Ranger". You go to Ranger School, to prove that you ALREADY ARE an Airborne Ranger. That means understanding the RAID, AMBUSH, MOVEMENT TO CONTACT, AND RECON so you could do it in your sleep; literally. Listen to the OP ORDERS, understand what is being communicated, plan a simple and clear mission, and make audibles as needed. ALSO, go to School Airborne Qualified. Airborne Operations are a significant part of being an "Airborne" Ranger. Everyone gets hurt jumping; CSM Birch broke his leg jumping at Haditha, and he didn't get it fixed until 3rd Batt came home two and half months later. You will be fine...
In this video are you describing the training for the 75th rangers or the standard ranger course.
Can a 50 year old make it through RANGER school?
Yes
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