Civilian to Soldier | What happens in British Army Basic Training? | WEEK 1
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- The first video in the Civilian to Soldier series - WEEK 1!
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Hi, excuse me begin naive, I've always wondered if there was a way to sign up to do all the training and then be sent off on a tour, I would like to go on tour and serve my country, I dont want to join and wait around going to gym and doing training for years to then leave ( i dont mean that in a disrespectful manner as it may not be that way ) I dont want to be disrespectful asking this as am unsure how the system works but would there be a way to be almost drafted to the front lines (even tho I understand there isn't much deployment at the moment) after completing training in other words?
Not being funny you are sat here giving all this people information, let's be honest you are a capt at ITC.
What have you done in your 5 years in the army!!!
I can guess nothing at all, you are doing this just to look good for your Sjar!!
Honestly the most suprising thing for me was seeing all of the trainees bringing their own ironing boards.
Do you need to take one?
@@horsesinmycar7179 i think they ask u to join a call 1-2 weeks before training n in that call they will tell u what u will n wont need.
@@horsesinmycar7179 take one anyway,better to have your own than having to borrow one
Back in the 80's we just all shared irons and boards.
True, I was going to comment this.
Soldier from the US here. The differences are countless. Less stress and more attention to professional criticism. Will definitely follow this series.
Hey man, thanks for the comment! Glad you enjoyed 💪
That's why you have week soldiers, the U.S.A is on another level 💪🏻🇺🇸
@@newlevelgamer5879 couldn't be more wrong xD
There's literally more stress..
@@newlevelgamer5879 The British literally have tougher AND longer training, hence they're on another level you retard lmao
Loves watching how each soldier in every different country prepares for their initiation, though I’m not in the military... Great work!
Thanks for the comment Sherry 👌
@@djrxp is the uk army still recruiting commonweath nationals during the covid period
@@jamiekebarrett9418 In the UK, COVID was as over then as it is now, but from what I've read online, they're not accepting Commonwealth applicants except musicians due to being at capacity.
My son is currently on week 10, I’m so proud, they’ve gone straight through with no visit home just yet due to COVID-19. It’s so great as a Mum to have a recent update on what goes on. Thank you
Thanks for the comment. My platoon is also in week 10. They are doing well and morale is high (definitely excited for a week of leave very soon!)
My son Mason is hoping for the 11th to come home, which would be amazing, as my Birthday is the 18th, no pressure lol, though I totally understand if it doesn’t go ahead. He FaceTimes me when he can, makes me laugh he’s always cleaning or polishing something. Not once has he said I can’t do this, or I want to come home, it’s what he’s always wanted and I’m 100% behind him. I’m so happy as a Mum that he said he feels at home in Catterick. You guys do an amazing job. Can’t wait for the next update. Thank you
I wish my mum was like you. Shes never said anything good. No matter how i try. Shes a perfectionist.
@@michelleannis3695 Do you have to play to try the Army training
As a disabled person living in the UK, I appreciate your valor brother, keep it up.
respect british .
from southkorea(r.o.k)
🇰🇷🤝🇬🇧
Respect South Korea
From Britain 🇬🇧🤝🇰🇷
The best Korea
@@reggierussell6804 can we please have another flood?
@@jenniferisabitch9517 maybe 😏
Respect to South Korea 🇬🇧🤝🇰🇷
Im glad Norway have mandatory Military service. It can vary from 12-18 months. Ive learned so much. Better self confidence, courage, discipline, better physique, friendships and memories i will never forget. I dont regret a second for joining!
Thanks for the comment, good to hear the positivity!
@nofxckingregrets it is yeah mate get out on your fourth, what he means is (mostly) everyone has to do a certain amount of service in Norway unlike over here
I used to watch the videos of British boot camp like "Wait, where's the hazing?? Where's the abuse? Where's the threatening to screw his girlfriend and not allow him to graduate??"
Then, I served with you guys and the British guys showed that they were very capable warfighters. Even though we went through a lot of tough times in the field, we had so much damn fun. The Brits love to get drunk and have fun at the bar. Every time we did a joint training exercise we would have such a blast at the bars and yall randomly break out in a song. That was the most hilarious thing to me. I would be sitting there like "How the hell did they memorize all these lyrics???" Lmaooo. I love you guys.
Shout out to you guys in the British Armed Forces. Yall have a very capable military and any rogue power would be stupid to mess with you guys. Absolutely amazing group of men and women to serve with and great dedication to being excellent at what you do.
Shout out from the USA brothers
in comparison to basic training in the us, this seems to be so much more calm, and relaxed, with pretty nice lodging too. The ability to have your phone as well (In basic) is completely foreign to me
Just passed my medical after over a year of appealing
Hopefully you can start training sooner rather than later - keep at it 💪
Worst part lad, gd luck
djrxp why didn’t you join the Royal Marines?
I’ve just been put on a 3 month fitness plan after appealing so if all goes well hoping to join RLC as a force protection driver
Mind me asking what the appeal was over mate?
Would of been good to see this 16 weeks ago before I started training at Catterick.. quality video for lads wanting to start up and wondering what it’s like! Starting my attack 2 now
Thanks for the comment - good luck with phase 2 👌
Bayonet 2 after tac 2 haha enjoy.
Ron Lancs NCSO’s tricked our platoon into thinking at the end of the exercise we were going home. Ended up getting helmets and webbing on and told to go brass picking🤔 waking down the hill we hear Scotland The Brave playing on the bagpipes🤣 ended up being one of the first lads to be taken out so wasn’t too bad on 2 hours sleep
Ceez classic mate. They did the same to me.. Enjoy Tac 3 mate 😂😂😂😂😂😂 it will change your life.
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I have been out 8 years now and decided to reinlist been waiting over a year to get back in I know It dont help with the pandemic but the civy run recruitment is shocking
Good luck for getting back in! Good to hear that you want to rejoin. Stay motivated throughout the recruitment process
Is it bad, again another shocking decision made by the MoD to save a couple of quid. You want to armed forces people when you walk into the careers office not fat civvies
Reminds me of my Basic training last year. They're excited to start, a big attitude difference between these soldiers and conscripts like me and most of my boys. Just a 3SG from Singapore.
I'm sure it brings backs memories! A good attitude towards training is key to development and learning 💪
Im 17 and I’m leaving for my basic this Sunday and I’m so excited for it man biggest step I’ve ever taken
Good luck
Lol you’re 17? And you want to die for a government that doesn’t care about you? Seriously do something else with your life!
I can see on your picture, you made it! 💪
Looks just a little different from the start of my training back in 1978.
Haha there will still be similarities 😂
@@djrxp it's we're different for starters you have men and women train together in the same units that is so unprofessional and why don't the girls cut their hair that's sexist?
Kerry Phillips how the fuck is it unprofessional
@@kerryphillips5154 You're a idiot mate
PC Queen's Men and women together is mad the best regiments are round Say sow UK SF and US SF and every test that has been Is negative stop watching who dares wins and look at facts unless you want to be unprofessional Or be the best regiment and grow sum balls
I'm Starting basic training tomorrow, im looking forward to it massively but am very nervous! lets see how it goes
How is it
@@JD-ky9ys i think he isn’t allowed to have a phone in basic training
I’m 31 and looking at this.
👀
How it go, Oli?
@@JD-ky9ys You will do fine. Drill Sergeant will beat the last remaining childhood out of you. You come out the there Other side a Man..
Im in the slovenian army going thru boot camp only 2 more weeks...been on it for 5 months now. Stay strong lads 💪🏼
Great stuff mate. Keep at it 💪
the next generation of warriors, Amen
Absolutely
The next war won't be fought with people
@Daisy Moultrie hey daisy:) in the least rude way possible, they're out here fighting for you're freedom, whether you agree with their career choice or not its not difficult to be respectful, i know people that have gave up their life to make sure you and you're families are safe and i will be doing the same too, there is different regiments in the army, from chef to infantry to dog handlers. i'm not sure why you're on a video about the army if you don't agree with their occupation.
@Daisy Moultrie are you in the military? there is so many regiments there, so many lives been took. if nobody's in the military we all die from attacks, we need the military stop being ignorant.
@Daisy Moultrie freedom of speech then i guess, agree to disagree, but lets not call people names that are risking their life's, if u dont like it dont watch videos like this.
Proud to have you all as allies. Greetings from the States!
Great stuff. Thanks for the comment! Appreciate it
This brings back some good memories. I joined 1LI and did my Infantry training at Catterick in 1997. The accommodation block camp is still looks the same. Good Times.
I love how this guy is replying to every pers that comments, not a lot of people would do that keep up the great work✌️🙏
He didn’t reply to yours
I have now ! Give me a chance😂
Thanks Jessie. The comments are coming thick and fast now but I am trying my best!
This is gonna be me once I am finish with higher education and complete all my university educations. So really love to see the content, you've got yourself a subscriber!
Thanks Michael, much appreciated and glad you enjoy it. Best of luck with the studies, it will all pay off in the end - stay focused!
@nope nope and what would you recommend? Intelligence and infantry are my two main considerations
I served 1998-2010, ITC was fierce when I went through there, so they still do the bayonet training day, never forget that woke up at 4am having to shave in cold water out of my mess tin, then eat breakfast out of same mess tin then thrashed all day long, was savage!
Great vid! I’m currently waiting on my assessment date for the infantry!
Thanks - that's great stuff. It'll be worth the wait!
Did my phase one and two 26 years ago now... incidentally one of the blocks in ITC is named after my mate who was KIA in Afghanistan, Sjt Steve Campbell (rifles)
Thanks for the comment. I know the story behind that. It's good that the block is named after him.
This seems completely different than US Army basic training, cool to see how they do things in other countries tho
Might just be because of covid.
This is how it's done.
prizm yeah this is the right way to do it
How's it different?
@@jeddy_bravo we get treated 1000x worse lmao
Wish there was something like this available when I joined back in 2013. Good job mate
Thanks - appreciate that!
I'm going in 44 days , can't wait 😂🔥🔥
Awesome, you'll enjoy it
where you going in going pirbright
When did you apply
Enjoy! I left 13 years ago and couldn't be happier 😂
@@jamesst1809 Catterick
about to start my basic training in a 2 weeks at Winchester so its great to get an idea of what to expect, thank you for uploading this!
What are you going to do Josef? Got my initial interview on Wednesday.
How did it go ???
Much love from the United States! Brothers in arms.
Thanks man 🙏
Thank you so much Sir for doing this, it’s been a while since we got new footage from ITC Catterick. Wish my platoon had a TH-cam channel. 💂🏿
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks 👌
I have my assessment next week Friday, looking forward to it.
Best of luck, I'm sure you'll do well 💪
Better than the German basic training 🤩
I started my military service 10 years ago ! I stand together with British troops in Afghanistan !!! Good guys stay strong ! Best wishes from Germany 🇩🇪
I was a combat medic for the marine corps commonly known as a “Corpsman.” i fought with germans. you guys are always fun to drink with
Just saw your channel mate definitely gonna be watching your videos! Thanks for taking your time sharing this with us 👍
Thank you mate, appreciate it. Some good stuff in store 🤙
Interesting. My late father had many postings and 'jobs' within the REME circa '56 to '86. He was told by his civvy boss he should join up for some man-management training so, as opposed to choosing a trade, he went RD because he wasn't seeking to cut out a career in the Army but thirty years later he was a Major (OC TRG BTN & DEPOT REME). They were based in Arborfield. I worked in SEE and my mother was the Chief Clerk of 45 SQN RCT - before they all amalgamated into the RLC or the 'Really Large Corps'! Thank you for sharing this video - I had been watching a TH-cam reboot of all the Lads/Bad Lads Army which led me here. I used to attend the Passing Out Parades often as Dad's companion - new dress always provided hee hee! Sadly, he passed in 2008 from Pancreatic Cancer. Thanks again for the memories x
Respect to the female recruits, you've got it girls!
Absolutely 💪
Women and men in infantry together is unprofessional army is PC mad
@@hadof8415 shut the fuck up just because these woman are doing more than you will ever
@@hadof8415 shut it you tosspot
Lol OK captain civvi I am a women soilder Here is a civvi question for you why don't prisons have man and women together?
I am also in the process of joining Royal Gurkha Regiment back from here in Nepal.
That's great news. Do you have a start date?
@@djrxp no sir i was the potential recruit for these year 20/21 but unfortunitly due to pandamic of Corono virus our new recruit registration got cancelled .
But the good thing is that previous year intake potential recruit who have done good in there selection process but unable to make it up to get selected in British army are gonna going to get chance to join the selection process these year if some how the condition of virus will improve.
So may be u can wish me a better luck because i am preparing for intake 21/22.
According to the notice provided by BGN
(Richard Goodman)
Colonal
Commander British Gurkha Nepal
On 1st september the decision will be made for furthur selection process.
th-cam.com/video/L92ZcTnx2Is/w-d-xo.html check this out sir ,🙏🙏🙏😇
@@kiranjitgrg9c732 Fantastic video! I always enjoy working with the RGR. Keep working hard and you'll do it. Best of luck Kiranjit 💪
0:50 shouldve told him that suitcase had wheels lol
I thought that hahaha
I enlisted 3 weeks ago and going through the 1st lots of steps so his series is absolutely brilliant thanks mate
Hello. How does one enlist? Am from Kenya and would love to join the force.
@@Nahashawnjulu go see your local careers office or try contact someone from apply.army.mod.uk
@@humphreysmunchies6417 thank you so much buddy, I will surely check it out.
Best of luck in your job sir.
@@Nahashawnjulu no problem buddy good luck in your endeavours 👍
Anyone watching this preparing for going, but also shitting bricks and getting nervous watching all this, but also at the same time excited.😬
Also amazing video! Thankyou!
Haha thanks for watching!
Going to be heading back to Catterick soon to rejoin after 3 years out
Nice! What regiment are you rejoining?
The army is very underrated
Crazy how different it is from USAF BMT. Nobody got screamed at, no "GET OFF MY BUS!" session or anything, but i cant argue with the results.
I see it's changed a lot since I enlisted back in 99 i did my basic training at ATC Lichfield then my infantry training at ITC catterick brings back some great memories watching all these
Donno how many times ov watched this video but doing last bits of preparation as I start tomorrow 😁
I start May 16th! Good luck with your training.
Hope it's started well mate. Best of luck!
I would love to do this so much, unfortunately I have borderline personality disorder so there isnt a chance in hell I would pass the medical. Respect to the armed forces 🥀
People who put their life on the line to fight pointless wars for oil barrons are not all there anyway.
I’ve always thought about joining the RCS reserves as a historian and signals officer in London, but not a bit fan of training tbh lol. I’m not overweight but I’m not super fit either. Also my ADHD and OCD might make it worse :(
@Alex 28 go fight for the queen who is a massive share holder in oil fool.
@@paul-sr8qk please take your tinfoil hat else where
@@paul-sr8qk Said like a bloke who has absolutely no chance in doing what we do! Good luck in life pal 👌
This is to all those wanting to join. If you are a clean person, organised, healthy and work great as a part of a team showing responsibility, leadership skills and can handle pressure in any situation. Then you'll pass without any problems. If you are just the opposite then you will have issues.;)
Is it difficult for a commonwealth member to join the British army
Love how they have ironing boards. It is super nice that they are wearing suits too! (:
All part of the process🤙
Love the video man!! I’m about to join the USMC and I’d love to see a “week 2,3,4” of the British training. I’m fascinated in how other forces train💪🏾
Hi Jospeh. If you haven't already, check out the channel. Week 2,3,4 are all up now!
djrxp thank you!! I’d definitely love to see the rest of your videos 🙌🏾💪🏾
Good video mate, I look forward to seeing the next one! Still waiting for my assessment date as corona delayed my first one then I’ll get my date for catterick can’t wait! 👍
Thanks mate. Awesome stuff, I'm sure you'll do well. What regiment are you looking to join?
djrxp I appreciate that brother! I wanna join 2rifles
@@Frankstar Keep preparing well 💪
Only a month to go till I’m off to do this myself! More than buzzing 💪🏻🏴
Can’t wait to get started on the 23rd of August at Catterick 🤙🏻👌🏻
Great news, good luck with training !
My bf is finishing his last few weeks in Harrogate he went to catrick for a few day excersize
He'll be back in Catterick soon for phase 2?
Jesus christ this brings back some memories. Good and bad
Thanks for the upload , apprecaited❤️
No problem, thanks for watching
13 days absolutely buzzin
Brilliant, what regiment do you want to join?
This looks so cool! I have always dreamed of working on the dog section. Is the training pretty similar?
Me too! That’s why I’m watching this because I’m considering it now
@@cal9957 good luck, its a contested job
I’ve applied (Im 16) and I hope I get innn 💕
Good luck!
@@djrxp thank you ☺️
I love this. Great vid.
this is fantastic, i love the style of these videos
Thanks for the comment mate, appreciate the feedback
Going to AFC Harrogate Soon! WHOOP WHOOP!
Good luck!
I'm 13 Planning to go to the Army But im sensitive and Yh...
Do some research and see whether its for you, you might be surprised!
I’m 13 as well mate looking to join when I’m able i believe we could do it you just gotta be yourself
Same here but I’m not sensitive
Respect from 🇮🇪. Our nations had a very bad start but at least the Irish army and the British army are training together and serving overseas together in places like Mali and previously in Kosvo, Bosnia, afghan and other countries
Hey bro im sorry for our history
Good video mate, thanks for posting and giving us some insight👊🏼
No dramas, thanks for the comment and glad you enjoyed 👌
I’m going this August
Good stuff, keep watching to see how these guys develop over the coming weeks
Same here
Good luck 😊
Can non-citizens/foreign nationals join? How difficult would it be and how often does it occur at least in your experience?
Can’t wait to follow this along mate!
Thanks for the comment - glad you enjoyed it!
I watched a video on US drill camp, and then I watched this. Seeing my country treat their army properly puts a smile on my face.
I mean, the world should stop needing millitaries, but i am pointing out the difference.
I don't understand what you mean by "properly"
@@anfrex3342 with dignity and respect, not endless shouting and emotional degradation.
Trying to teach them to iron like guardsmen I see. Though you'll never be as good as us xD
Hey wanted to ask i sent back my medical forms however i have mild allergies will this stop me from moving on to the next stage🥺 please reply
Hi Sara - I am not a doctor but if they are mild I am sure you will be fine. Best thing is to call and ask your Candidate Support Manager who can talk you through it. Good luck!
Using emojis like that will
Microwave I’m at Harrogate now just go with a positive and high mindset go in and go in hard
Pretty sure if you’ve got a nut allergy they might not due to rations. Unless it’s changed ofc.
Ron Lancs thankyou so much
Started watching this playlist to give me a good insight on what to expect :), Ill comment as i go along :D, my medical has been sent over so just waiting to get approval then fingers crossed all goes well and I'll be in training.
Awesome mate! Good luck with it and hope the videos help!
As the 1000th comment, I must state:
2024 was a shite year for y’all still in 2020!
seeing a lot of women joining now, nice to see the changes i guess
Yes, women can now join the Infantry. Many have already completed training and are at their battalions
@RESIST your pathetic you fucking loser they are out there fighting for our country, and what have you done? Your probably some fat ,sweaty,virgin
@@djrxp It's at a lower standard so I think this is very problematic.
@@grahamhill676 yeah but after the selection they are held to the same standards
What happens when u finish all your training and stuff do u get deployed
Once you have completed training you will arrive at your battalion, join a platoon and start preparing for whatever is coming up. That includes exercise and deployment on operations.
djrxp thx man
Wow, I'm learning a lot in this video
I'm glad its helpful!
will hopefully join when i’m 18, i’m unbelievably excited, this is the only career that feel like i’d be good at and really passionate about. thankyou for making this video brother
salam. lol im just joining for the training and if its good might stay..hows it like
@@improover5145 joining for the training? You gonna leave right after?
@@TomTheGamer913 Yea i gotta leave although i do want to explore other countries
i just like the milatry training aspect of it. Parents are trying to stop mw from it espexially my mother and family but im still gonna join
@@improover5145 you do realise once you finish training you have to do 4 years service minimum. Or you go to prison.
@@TomTheGamer913 Really? damn ima be around my mid 20s then
Can I join the British army at the age of 19 without college degree?
Yes
I think you can join as an officer at 18 and a soldier at 16 (not sure off the website)
You can join the army as a hobo mate
As long as you're fit and don't have offensive tattoos 9r tattoos that are above the neck then maybe. But surely you'd need some documents etc
@@AhmedAhmed-hu3he can I get ur number so we can talk better on whatsapp and pls put ur country code on the number
Any update on the sickle cell blood test that was introduced in January? I’ve been waiting for a test since February 5th and can’t start until I do the test
Best thing would be to call your candidate support manager. They should be able to give you a timeframe on these things. I wouldn't worry, I'm sure you'll be fine
im guessing the wardrobe at 3:40 was shot before it got draged all over the floor😂😂fun times miss this place
The Rifles, Swift and bold.
Are you in the Rifles or want to join them?
@@djrxp currently service nearly 8 years
@@scott5600 Top man
British people be like: “Odd bloke that one”
I'd recommend taking one and an iron, also take a sensible back pack and suite case. Try saving some money before you go in and don't over pack to much personal stuff, learn to live with what your issued.
Be prepared to change the person you are, if you can't accept change and the fact you will have to fight to be a soldier, then don't bother turning up and wasting their time.
Seems pretty chill. Britain, Canada push their recruits but don't abuse them. I can dig it
Good work! Love to see it, After leaving Guards 19 4 years ago I will be returning to complete training for a second time, god help me lol!
Best of luck!
Brilliant video, thank you ⭐️
Thanks!
What’s the crack with all the ironing boards? The white table with a horse hair blanket on and starch sufficed when I joined in 1986!
Haha I guess things have moved on just a tad!
I'd recommend taking one and an iron, also take a sensible back pack and suite case. Try saving some money before you go in and don't over pack to much personal stuff, learn to live with what your issued.
Be prepared to change the person you are, if you can't accept change and the fact you will have to fight to be a soldier, then don't bother turning up and wasting there time.
Thanks for the help. I’m going to the assessment centre Monday and if all goes well starting training at Harrogate in September. I know it doesn’t mean much but you’ve gained yourself another Sub. :)
Thanks Jake, appreciate it 👌 keep working hard and good luck at Harrogate 💪
I’m going to Harrogate in October aswell mate
Wotsits Yh i just passed at the assessment centre so see you there 👀
Wotsits they also changed my start date to October :/
Jake Seaman yeah mine was supposed to be September but now it’s 4th of October
dope vid! respect from singapore
Thank you!
Just turned 16 a few weeks ago and I'm going to my infantry awareness activity in less than a month I'm excited I'm only away for three days and I get to book time off school for it :)
British: takes oath to serve the royal family
Americans: takes oath to serve a piece of paper
Waiting for my assessment date can’t wait to get into it
What regiment do you want to join?
I have been out 18/19 years and I still miss it brilliant life
I did training in that barracks, starting in June 1990! Vimy Barrack I was a Junior soldier in the R Signals, I also did my trade training there. Helles barracks was also our place as well. Certa Cito!
I bet this is bringing back some memories!
djrxp I don’t recall having wonderful memories of Catterick, after a year and half of hell on catterick training area in the snow and rain, and effin gorse bushes (arrrrrrgh!) I was happy to touch down in Germany for 8 years. My bro lives local and we still discuss certain aspects of catterick and Colburn that are long gone. But it’s nice to watch from a far as an armchair general and gob off about yoff nowr days😀! Enjoy, keep leading from the front👍🏻 and when it stops being fun, pop smoke and find something new.
I've heard great things about Germany, it's a shame most won't experience that now. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, appreciate the comment👌
You never forget your first week of basic!
Gonna start basic on september first in Germany. Already excited
Good luck!
Hahaha great video, Seen me mate signing in at the start.
Hope its going well 💪
Makes me want to join back up watching this
Give it a go 💪
Love british 🇬🇧 From Malaysia 🇲🇾