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Leaving in April
I am sure this has been discussed a million times, but I am new. My son leaves for boot camp in April. He has chosen Master-At-Arms for his career. Any advice on what we can do to get ready and what he should be reading up on or studying? I did see that post for the "one month out" which is awesome. Thank you in advance for your time.
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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I left info for you on both preparing to leave and on the MA rating on your My Page.
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Permalink Reply by CryptoDad on
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http://www.navy.com/navy-life/life-as-a-sailor/fitness.html
Get fit now. One less thing to worry about at boot camp. Plus it lessens the chance of injures during training. (Go to the search box at the top of this page and type in "shin splints".)
Fitness is not just a boot camp thing. Sailors are tested twice a year, as long as they're in the service. Three strikes and you're out. Seriously. Its part of the Navy lifestyle, so start now.
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Permalink Reply by Julie on
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Getting fit is awesome advice. When I went in the best advice I ever got was from my Dad who told me "Keep your eyes and your ears open and your mouth shut". What he meant was pay attention to what they are telling you, what is going on around you, and they do not want or need your opinion. This is not meant as a bad thing. It is how they build sailors and is a necessary thing. You, and your son, will make it through this. It won't be easy, but it isn't meant to be. Welcome to Navy Moms!!!
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Permalink Reply by Anti M on
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All he needs to study at this point is what is in his dep guide. 11 general orders, chain of command, the creed and so on. There are a couple of exams in boot camp, naval history and such, but not too difficult. They will have some classroom time.
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Permalink Reply by Steph Proud AG Mom on
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Have your FS join Navydep.com Alot of advise and support. And definetly start the fitness now! I had an SR separated because she didn't commit to working out prior to shipping. She got shin splints and rolled her ankle which wasn't healing. My FS is working out now, and is shipping in July. Good luck to you!
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