Great info, I just re-enlisted in the FL ARNG at 41yo after being out of the Regular Army for over 21 years. Mentally ready for BCT but hoping this old bag of bones can keep up with the tweens 🤣. Pensacola FL here. Going to my first RSP in 2 weeks.
Wow! This should be interesting for you! I can foresee you getting a lot of respect for re-enlisting at 41 and for having Prior Service with the Regular Army. I was in charge of the RSP program in East TN and with any experience at all, it should be simple for you, yet, a good refresher. Good luck! Would love to hear back from you after your first RSP drill.
@@SFCBEITZ thanks for circling back! The FL ARNG is honestly great, but going back through BCT at 41 was hell, since I was not an NCO when I was Hon. Discharged 22 yrs ago. I got treated the same as the 17-22 yr olds, didn’t get any special privileges or get to sleep in a separate barracks unless you’re E5 or higher. We had 4 of those prior NCOs and they got their own barracks, released everyday at 1800, not have the insane fire guard duty punishment, had cell phones every night, and base passes every weekend. I was the 3rd oldest in the company and got crapped on 19 hrs a day for 2.5 mos just like all the others. No respect for prior service if you weren’t an NCO even though I was older than all the DSs and they knew I’d been through all that mess before. Sadly, it’s a very unmotivating environment nowadays vs when I first enlisted in 1998. I’m glad it’s done now and I accomplished that goal, but I wouldn’t do it again if I’d known it was going to be that bad this time. RSP was okay, nothing too torturous for the new guys going in but I didn’t see a reason for recent graduates waiting for their unit pick-up to have to go there for 3 months before the First Formation handoff that FL does now. Just unnecessary ‘humbling’ for people who are ready to hit the ground running.
@@joeguillory8050 That's brutal that they put you in with all the new privates! After IADT, I attended 4 additional MOS schools throughout my career. I had it made in the shade at all those schools because I was an NCO. I literally only reported to classroom training, other than a PT test on the first week I didn't have to do any PT, the Army paid for a rental car for me, I stayed in a hotel lol I basically worked from 0800-15 or 1600 with an hour+ break for lunch. When I wasn't in classroom, I was doing whatever I pleased. In most of the MOS courses I attended, there was a lot of MOS-T's who had it good like me. We took a trip to Six Flags one of the times, went to a Cardinals game, clubbing, etc. lol battle handoffs have to wait 3 months to get picked up by their unit now? why?
@@SFCBEITZ FL ARNG now has what’s called First Formation where we all go to Camp Blanding in Jax/Starke to get CIF, ppwk processing, and med screenings for unit handoff. They only hold it every other month, but you have to sign up by the 20th of the previous month. So I missed that cutoff by a week due to BCT grad and had to wait through 3 mos of RSPs again before the next one. So I didn’t actually report to my unit til Sep after I grad in May.
Hi Sergeant! I leave next Wednesday, Jan 4 for Ft. Benning. I had a great time at RSP. I wish I had one or two more drills actually. I only did two. Keep up the great work.
I recently enlisted and I haven’t gotten to go to one RSP since it was later in the month I happen to ship out 2 weeks after of my first RSP drill. Will I be given enough knowledge from only one drill? I probably will only get a small bit of red phase and be instantly switched to blue phase. I got a spot into the ARMS 2.0 Program before BCT so I don’t know if I’ll be able to get enough prep for BCT because of my lack of RSP drills.
In the morning you will wear clothes to do physical training (PT) in, then you will change into uniform after. You should get your uniform issued your first or second drill. I recommend bringing a backpack to drill where you can keep some deodorant/hygiene items, your phone, and anything else you may need.
Anytime! What part of FL? I was actually born in Fort Myers, FL. I currently live in TN but make trips to Florida like 4 times a year. I won a trip down to Tampa a couple years ago for being one of the top recruiters in my state. We stayed downtown on the water and did some fun stuff and spent some time with soldiers from the FL National Guard too.
After I enlisted I found out that I only have two drills before I ship! Will I still be allowed to ship if I didn't get to go through all the phases? What if I'm not physically 100% rdy? I'm exercising in the mean time, but still... some things, such as running, takes time to make a habit and perfect (plus you don't want to get yourself hurt before you ship or before drill weekends)?? I ship at the end of July and tomorrow is my first (split) drill which will end at the end of Saturday.
From now until the end of July, you can make some big gains/huge improvements in your physical fitness level. Something that might help you mentally though is; when you get to BCT, they treat everyone like everyone is out of shape, and at a low fitness level. So, if you go there after almost 2 months of running, doing push ups, and sit ups, you will be in a lot better position than you realize. When you arrive, they don't expect you to be in good shape. I know you are probably feeling some nerves, but, I hope this drill you are currently at helped you feel a lot more prepared! Let me know how drill went please! You don't have to go through all phases, since you ship soon, they will make sure you go through the most important parts of RSP only.
@@SFCBEITZ that helps a lot mentally! Since I'm going in at an older age I've really been fighting the thought that all these younger ppl are just going to walk over me, but physically they may but in maturity maybe not. That's what we are a team for though, right? To balance out our abilities, strengths and weaknesses! Thank you so much for the encouragement! I am very excited about drill tomorrow and can't wait to go! I was issued my ocps today since I had to do a split with the SFC since I won't make it on Sunday and I must say... so proud and honored to be able to wear this uniform and I look forward to training and serving with all my brothers and sisters.
@@SFCBEITZ 1st drill was awesome! The running got me, but the encouragement empowered me! I had the 1SG running next to me and encouraging me as well as my recruiter. The 1SG walked with me after and talked with me about the Army and was very kind (but I feel bad because I had no idea at the time who or what rank he was so I just called him sir..). Other than that it was all the typical rsp drill stuff and by the end of the day I was even more proud to wear the uniform, rdy for the journey, and feeling like a part of a family which meant a lot!
@@rachaelmarie2237 That is the exact response I was hoping to hear! Normally after the first drill, you get a much better understanding of what to expect, and what you need to do to prepare yourself for BCT. I got your back too, so if you need anything, just holler, battle.
@@SFCBEITZ Yes Sir we did it virtually I find it pretty boring tbh, my recruiter sent me out a homework packet and turn it in after. I enlisted as 88M shipping out to BCT on March in Fort Sill.
Ahhh, yeah, I could see where virtual wouldn’t be nearly exciting...but I’m glad you at least got paid. I’m actually qualified as an 88M! You’ll go to Fort Leonardwood for AIT...it’s a pretty cool school.
Yes, everyone goes through the RSP unless they’re a “direct ship”. Meaning, you ship pretty much immediately after you enlist. But 99% of people who enlist into the National Guard do at least one weekend at the Recruit Sustainment Program. It’s a great program that will benefit you tremendously before BCT, even if you only go once.
We typically only have red, white, blue, green, and gold phase. However, I believe some RSP's have a purple phase where it's your first and last drill before basic training. So, am I correct that this will be your first drill you've attended and the last drill you will have before you ship? If so, you will be very busy. Mostly, they will be making sure you are administratively correct. They need to make sure all your personal data is uploaded into the system and it is correct, there's forms you will need to complete, you will get a shippers brief...it won't be the most exciting drill because it'll be a lot of paperwork that needs to get accomplished. If those things aren't complete, then you cannot ship.
They probably won’t assist you in transferring branches, they’ll likely just try and convince you to stay in. If you are persistent enough about wanting out, they’ll probably discharge you. If they’re dicks about it, they can discharge you dishonorably and make it hard for you to be able to join another branch because the type of discharge they did. Are you in that situation personally? If so, what’s making you change your mind? My recommendation would be to complete your time in the Guard, then once your contract is up, join whatever branch you want. When you complete your contract, you’ll get out with a clean and honorable discharge, which will look good on your background for life, and then you can do whatever you want/join whatever branch you want.
Now if you are talking about wanting to go to the Army from the Guard, my recommendation is: complete BCT/AIT while in the Guard and when you get back, ask for a conditional release (DD368) from your leadership, and that’ll allow you to transfer without any blemishes. I don’t think you can do a conditional release to another branch like the Marines or Airforce, but, you could do it if you just wanted to change which Army component you are in (Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard). Meaning, if you are in the Guard, you can do a conditional release to the Army or Army Reserve...or if you are in the Reserve, you can conditional release to the Army. If you are in the Army though, you can’t conditional release to the Guard or Reserve. They will only allow you to change your service from part time to full time, not full time to part time.
I can hook you up with a Recruiter who can break down the requirements for you, if you’d like? Just let me know what city you are in and your zip code, I’ll find you a Recruiter and provide you their number. Basic requirements are: be at least 17 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, or be a high school Junior or Senior on track to graduate, no medical problems that would prevent you for military service and no major legal trouble.
They should allow you to drill at the nearest RSP...for my troops that lived over an hour away from the RSP, I use to pick them up and drive them so they didn’t have to use their own gas or put wear and tear on their vehicle...but it won’t effect you negatively other than you’ll have to get up extra early.
I'm a non citizen from South Africa and have a South African friend that just enlisted and was sworn in he is also a non citizen. Would I be able to join as an active duty member or transition to active duty if I receive my green card?
You don't have to be a citizen to join, but you need to be a a permanent resident (green card holder). So yes, if you have a green card you can enlist. Once you go to Basic Training, the Army will start your citizenship process. Green card holders cannot enlist in jobs that require a security clearance.
@@SFCBEITZ thank you for the reply. I have a friend that just been sworn in by the national guard and he does not have a green card yet. Do you have any information about that?
@@dewaldderidder1006 to join you must be a US Citizen or a permanent resident, there's no way around it. The Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) would not even allowed him to physical and enlist without being a citizen/permanent resident. He had to of provided some type of paper that shows he's a permanent resident. The green card is an I-551 form, if he doesn't have that he had to of provided a similar form that shows he's a permanent resident. www.nationalguard.com/eligibility
Yeah, ask him what he used to get in if he didn’t have a green card. If he doesn’t know, ask him to ask his Recruiter. There is another form or two you can use in replace of the green card but they’re documents that show you’re a permanent resident. Sometimes people don’t even know they have a green card because that’s a slang word for a I-551 form.
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Great info, I just re-enlisted in the FL ARNG at 41yo after being out of the Regular Army for over 21 years. Mentally ready for BCT but hoping this old bag of bones can keep up with the tweens 🤣. Pensacola FL here. Going to my first RSP in 2 weeks.
Wow! This should be interesting for you! I can foresee you getting a lot of respect for re-enlisting at 41 and for having Prior Service with the Regular Army. I was in charge of the RSP program in East TN and with any experience at all, it should be simple for you, yet, a good refresher. Good luck! Would love to hear back from you after your first RSP drill.
Joe, I am coming back to old comments following up to see how things are going? How is the FL ARNG treating you? Best wishes! Happy Thanksgiving!
@@SFCBEITZ thanks for circling back! The FL ARNG is honestly great, but going back through BCT at 41 was hell, since I was not an NCO when I was Hon. Discharged 22 yrs ago. I got treated the same as the 17-22 yr olds, didn’t get any special privileges or get to sleep in a separate barracks unless you’re E5 or higher. We had 4 of those prior NCOs and they got their own barracks, released everyday at 1800, not have the insane fire guard duty punishment, had cell phones every night, and base passes every weekend. I was the 3rd oldest in the company and got crapped on 19 hrs a day for 2.5 mos just like all the others. No respect for prior service if you weren’t an NCO even though I was older than all the DSs and they knew I’d been through all that mess before. Sadly, it’s a very unmotivating environment nowadays vs when I first enlisted in 1998. I’m glad it’s done now and I accomplished that goal, but I wouldn’t do it again if I’d known it was going to be that bad this time. RSP was okay, nothing too torturous for the new guys going in but I didn’t see a reason for recent graduates waiting for their unit pick-up to have to go there for 3 months before the First Formation handoff that FL does now. Just unnecessary ‘humbling’ for people who are ready to hit the ground running.
@@joeguillory8050 That's brutal that they put you in with all the new privates! After IADT, I attended 4 additional MOS schools throughout my career. I had it made in the shade at all those schools because I was an NCO. I literally only reported to classroom training, other than a PT test on the first week I didn't have to do any PT, the Army paid for a rental car for me, I stayed in a hotel lol I basically worked from 0800-15 or 1600 with an hour+ break for lunch. When I wasn't in classroom, I was doing whatever I pleased. In most of the MOS courses I attended, there was a lot of MOS-T's who had it good like me. We took a trip to Six Flags one of the times, went to a Cardinals game, clubbing, etc. lol battle handoffs have to wait 3 months to get picked up by their unit now? why?
@@SFCBEITZ FL ARNG now has what’s called First Formation where we all go to Camp Blanding in Jax/Starke to get CIF, ppwk processing, and med screenings for unit handoff. They only hold it every other month, but you have to sign up by the 20th of the previous month. So I missed that cutoff by a week due to BCT grad and had to wait through 3 mos of RSPs again before the next one. So I didn’t actually report to my unit til Sep after I grad in May.
Always great content, truthful and straight forward. This sounds like a great program!
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Hi Sergeant! I leave next Wednesday, Jan 4 for Ft. Benning. I had a great time at RSP. I wish I had one or two more drills actually. I only did two. Keep up the great work.
I have a question though: how long are black and gold phases for 11B? Do you have a video on it? Thanks!
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I recently enlisted and I haven’t gotten to go to one RSP since it was later in the month I happen to ship out 2 weeks after of my first RSP drill. Will I be given enough knowledge from only one drill? I probably will only get a small bit of red phase and be instantly switched to blue phase. I got a spot into the ARMS 2.0 Program before BCT so I don’t know if I’ll be able to get enough prep for BCT because of my lack of RSP drills.
Great vid bro!
I will be in the rsp for 6 months, what uniform will I wear? Thanks man!
In the morning you will wear clothes to do physical training (PT) in, then you will change into uniform after. You should get your uniform issued your first or second drill. I recommend bringing a backpack to drill where you can keep some deodorant/hygiene items, your phone, and anything else you may need.
How's it going at the RSP Hunter?
Very useful video. Thank-you! 🙏🏽
Thanks for your support - glad I could help!
Thank you point man I’m in contact with a Sgt in Florida army national guard recruiter and next year I’m starting my ms1 year of rotc thank you.
Anytime! What part of FL? I was actually born in Fort Myers, FL. I currently live in TN but make trips to Florida like 4 times a year. I won a trip down to Tampa a couple years ago for being one of the top recruiters in my state. We stayed downtown on the water and did some fun stuff and spent some time with soldiers from the FL National Guard too.
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Angelo, how is it going? Did you ever join the Guard?
@@SFCBEITZ no i was not able to due to medical reasons but i do greatly appreciate your help in realizing my dream job
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Thanks for your continued support and for watching Battle!
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After I enlisted I found out that I only have two drills before I ship! Will I still be allowed to ship if I didn't get to go through all the phases? What if I'm not physically 100% rdy? I'm exercising in the mean time, but still... some things, such as running, takes time to make a habit and perfect (plus you don't want to get yourself hurt before you ship or before drill weekends)?? I ship at the end of July and tomorrow is my first (split) drill which will end at the end of Saturday.
From now until the end of July, you can make some big gains/huge improvements in your physical fitness level. Something that might help you mentally though is; when you get to BCT, they treat everyone like everyone is out of shape, and at a low fitness level. So, if you go there after almost 2 months of running, doing push ups, and sit ups, you will be in a lot better position than you realize. When you arrive, they don't expect you to be in good shape. I know you are probably feeling some nerves, but, I hope this drill you are currently at helped you feel a lot more prepared! Let me know how drill went please! You don't have to go through all phases, since you ship soon, they will make sure you go through the most important parts of RSP only.
@@SFCBEITZ that helps a lot mentally! Since I'm going in at an older age I've really been fighting the thought that all these younger ppl are just going to walk over me, but physically they may but in maturity maybe not. That's what we are a team for though, right? To balance out our abilities, strengths and weaknesses! Thank you so much for the encouragement! I am very excited about drill tomorrow and can't wait to go! I was issued my ocps today since I had to do a split with the SFC since I won't make it on Sunday and I must say... so proud and honored to be able to wear this uniform and I look forward to training and serving with all my brothers and sisters.
@@SFCBEITZ 1st drill was awesome! The running got me, but the encouragement empowered me! I had the 1SG running next to me and encouraging me as well as my recruiter. The 1SG walked with me after and talked with me about the Army and was very kind (but I feel bad because I had no idea at the time who or what rank he was so I just called him sir..). Other than that it was all the typical rsp drill stuff and by the end of the day I was even more proud to wear the uniform, rdy for the journey, and feeling like a part of a family which meant a lot!
@@rachaelmarie2237 That is the exact response I was hoping to hear! Normally after the first drill, you get a much better understanding of what to expect, and what you need to do to prepare yourself for BCT. I got your back too, so if you need anything, just holler, battle.
@@rachaelmarie2237 Rachael, it has been a year since we talked last, how is your military career going?
I was excited to go to my first RSP Drill but lockdown occurred because of the surge of COVID cases. :(
Noooo! Are you guys at least doing drill virtually and getting paid? What MOS did you enlist as?
@@SFCBEITZ Yes Sir we did it virtually I find it pretty boring tbh, my recruiter sent me out a homework packet and turn it in after. I enlisted as 88M shipping out to BCT on March in Fort Sill.
Ahhh, yeah, I could see where virtual wouldn’t be nearly exciting...but I’m glad you at least got paid. I’m actually qualified as an 88M! You’ll go to Fort Leonardwood for AIT...it’s a pretty cool school.
@@psalm.23.mocha. I'm going to RSP this summer, and choosing 88m as well! I feel like virtual RSP would be unrealistic and unfair 😔
How's the Guard treating you brother?
So at rsp I will get a uniform if I have like pretty much an entire year until I ship to bct?
Is this something most people participate in? It seems like it would be.
Yes, everyone goes through the RSP unless they’re a “direct ship”. Meaning, you ship pretty much immediately after you enlist. But 99% of people who enlist into the National Guard do at least one weekend at the Recruit Sustainment Program. It’s a great program that will benefit you tremendously before BCT, even if you only go once.
@@SFCBEITZ got it, thanks!
Hi SFC Beitz what will I be doing during purple phase?
We typically only have red, white, blue, green, and gold phase. However, I believe some RSP's have a purple phase where it's your first and last drill before basic training. So, am I correct that this will be your first drill you've attended and the last drill you will have before you ship? If so, you will be very busy. Mostly, they will be making sure you are administratively correct. They need to make sure all your personal data is uploaded into the system and it is correct, there's forms you will need to complete, you will get a shippers brief...it won't be the most exciting drill because it'll be a lot of paperwork that needs to get accomplished. If those things aren't complete, then you cannot ship.
@@SFCBEITZ yes it is cause I'll be shipping out to fort Jackson soon
@@adamcaza879 good luck fam!
If you feel like the national guard isn’t for you and try to transfer branches before bootcamp can you?
They probably won’t assist you in transferring branches, they’ll likely just try and convince you to stay in. If you are persistent enough about wanting out, they’ll probably discharge you. If they’re dicks about it, they can discharge you dishonorably and make it hard for you to be able to join another branch because the type of discharge they did. Are you in that situation personally? If so, what’s making you change your mind? My recommendation would be to complete your time in the Guard, then once your contract is up, join whatever branch you want. When you complete your contract, you’ll get out with a clean and honorable discharge, which will look good on your background for life, and then you can do whatever you want/join whatever branch you want.
Now if you are talking about wanting to go to the Army from the Guard, my recommendation is: complete BCT/AIT while in the Guard and when you get back, ask for a conditional release (DD368) from your leadership, and that’ll allow you to transfer without any blemishes. I don’t think you can do a conditional release to another branch like the Marines or Airforce, but, you could do it if you just wanted to change which Army component you are in (Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard). Meaning, if you are in the Guard, you can do a conditional release to the Army or Army Reserve...or if you are in the Reserve, you can conditional release to the Army. If you are in the Army though, you can’t conditional release to the Guard or Reserve. They will only allow you to change your service from part time to full time, not full time to part time.
Requirements to join the program ? im interested currently in NY
I can hook you up with a Recruiter who can break down the requirements for you, if you’d like? Just let me know what city you are in and your zip code, I’ll find you a Recruiter and provide you their number. Basic requirements are: be at least 17 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, or be a high school Junior or Senior on track to graduate, no medical problems that would prevent you for military service and no major legal trouble.
yo point man what if I live far from an rsp location will that effect me in an way?
They should allow you to drill at the nearest RSP...for my troops that lived over an hour away from the RSP, I use to pick them up and drive them so they didn’t have to use their own gas or put wear and tear on their vehicle...but it won’t effect you negatively other than you’ll have to get up extra early.
I'm a non citizen from South Africa and have a South African friend that just enlisted and was sworn in he is also a non citizen. Would I be able to join as an active duty member or transition to active duty if I receive my green card?
You don't have to be a citizen to join, but you need to be a a permanent resident (green card holder). So yes, if you have a green card you can enlist. Once you go to Basic Training, the Army will start your citizenship process. Green card holders cannot enlist in jobs that require a security clearance.
@@SFCBEITZ thank you for the reply. I have a friend that just been sworn in by the national guard and he does not have a green card yet. Do you have any information about that?
@@dewaldderidder1006 to join you must be a US Citizen or a permanent resident, there's no way around it. The Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) would not even allowed him to physical and enlist without being a citizen/permanent resident. He had to of provided some type of paper that shows he's a permanent resident. The green card is an I-551 form, if he doesn't have that he had to of provided a similar form that shows he's a permanent resident.
www.nationalguard.com/eligibility
@@SFCBEITZ that's how I understand it also. I will find out when I get in touch with him. Thanks for the information
Yeah, ask him what he used to get in if he didn’t have a green card. If he doesn’t know, ask him to ask his Recruiter. There is another form or two you can use in replace of the green card but they’re documents that show you’re a permanent resident. Sometimes people don’t even know they have a green card because that’s a slang word for a I-551 form.