*Updated January 2022 Below is a list of items that are unauthorized to possess during Navy Basic Training. Do NOT bring or acquire any of these items during training: Shaving cream All aerosol container After-shave/cologne Lighter fluid Disposable Lighters (the fluid cartridge of a "Zippo" lighter will be confiscated) Playing cards, dice, gambling paraphernalia … [Read more...]
What to Bring to Navy Basic Training
Below is a list authorized personal items that you may bring to Navy Basic Training. These items are not required. Any items you bring that are not authorized will be boxed up and shipped home at your expense. Wedding ring Wrist watch Religious medallion (Cannot be larger than a dog tag) Writing materials (No bottled ink is allowed) Pocket Bible Pocket dictionary … [Read more...]
Required Checklist
Below is a list of items that you must bring to U.S. Navy Basic Training and are allowed to keep during U.S. Navy Basic Training: All Recruits Must Have Social Security card Immunization records Covid-19 Vaccination Record Card (if vaccinated) Two Forms of Valid Identification One form of identification MUST have a photo. The name on ALL identification MUST match. If … [Read more...]
What’s It Like?
Recruit training, or "boot camp," will be approximately ten weeks long. The goal of this training is to transform you from a civilian into a Sailor with all of the skills necessary to perform in the fleet. Your training will include physical fitness, seamanship, firearms, firefighting and shipboard damage control, and lessons in our heritage and core values, teamwork, and … [Read more...]
Step 5: Start Training
https://youtu.be/HmzIHHdyaBk?si=v_DFic_dg8SIKNNi It is extremely important for everyone serving in America's Navy to be at the top of their game in everything they do. With that being said of course the training is in-depth, hands-on, and very challenging. Boot CampThe Navy Boot Camp is located at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center north of Chicago, Illinois, near the … [Read more...]