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Thinking about joining, help!
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Permalink Reply by ChrisAmo on
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First of all, congratulations on at least thinking about joining the Navy. It has so much to offer a young person....a steady paycheck, health care, job training, friendships and travel. My son is just about to return from his first deployment and has visited 5 different countries while gone. I can't help you with the "girls at bootcamp" info but rest assured, someone out there will answer your questions. Boot camp isn't easy but it's only 8 weeks and then you're off on your new career. My advice (whether boy or girl) is to get in the best shape of your life. PT will be so much easier if you're not trying to play catch-up all the time.
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Permalink Reply by xrayyrayyx on
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yes, thank you! I am attending a gym daily even though i havent depped (spell check?) in yet! I have been looking at different fields & have been talking about my options with my mother, who is really excited. I just get nervous about all the things i have to memorize (which if i join ill start learning RIGHT AWAY!) but i have a lot of problems with being under pressure, especially while being yelled at, im sure ill get use to that quickly, haha! Im sure i sound like a complete wimp, but ill be the first to admit that im scared!
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Permalink Reply by Anti M on
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I cry easily, but the yelling was easier to handle that I thought it would be. You get used to it quick, and it isn't personal. Everyone is getting yelled at, so it is spread around a bit. Just practice finding a calm place in your mind. Or pack a sense of humor. My problem was not laughing while being yelled at once I decided it was funny. That really, really isn't smart.
LOL, practice reciting the stuff you have to memorize with something yelling at you. Because that's when they will want it! Or while doing push ups or jumping jacks!
Boot camp is over quickly, although the first two or three weeks everyone tends to hit a low spot. Perfectly normal.
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that sounds just like me! I either laugh or cry! hahahaha!
Yes,my recuiter said during pt they were going to yell at us & get us prepared, i havent signed up just yet, but i want to do it soon! I have so many other questions too! Just like the gas chamber, that freaks me out as well!
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Permalink Reply by Proud Mom (2nd Time Around) on
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I was in bootcamp about 20 years ago and I did not prepare myself AT ALL and I did fine... It was hard but millions have gone through it, so you can definitely do it!!! The gas chamber is not near as bad as what people think...it's a very short period of time and then it's over! It DOES suck but it'll be over before you know it!
My advice is to at least start memorizing what you have and try to get into some physical activity routine so you are not in COMPLETE shock. But, even if you don't, you will probably be fine. You are conditioned the entire time so you'll be okay.
I cannot thank the Navy enough for turning me into a responsible adult with good work ethic! It is one of the best things I ever did!
Good luck to you!
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Yes, i work out every day & as soon as i were to be depped in i would be studying like crazy! you guys are helping me so much you have no idea! I just cant seem to let this go, its like my heart keeps screaming DO IT & my mind just plays back my fears, but theres nothing more powerful then conquering them! I know my family will be so proud! i just hope i can manage to pull through & do this!
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Go to FB and join the Women Redefined group. It has people who are going through what you are going through
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ok i will, thank you!
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Permalink Reply by adm60 on
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http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/pdfs/Recruit_Trainee_Guide_rev_A_July_...
I feel pretty sure you have done a lot of exploring on line. There are some really good videos about boot camp and I think photos and videos of the actual GL camp are very helpful in visualizing what it might be like. I do know the more studying of the material before you go could really ease your fears and the stress of the training. Listen to adults who know you, and let them know you need their honest opinion about whether you are mature enough. It is a huge step, but if you can pull it off, you immediately become economically independent and responsible for yourself as an adult---with lots of guidance to help you as you mature fully.
I wish you good luck.
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Permalink Reply by BunkerQB on
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CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING:
New Video "Welcome To Boot Camp - Processing Day" (Navy Live) (click here)
New Video "Return To Boot Camp - Reveille" (Navy Live) (click here)
New Video "Return To Boot Camp - Physical Training" (click here)
New Video "Return To Boot Camp - Preview of Battle Station, PIR" (click here)
All released recently 03/01/2011, more will be released next month.
Bootcamp Processing Days (click here)
This is a fantastic power point presentation made by Craig, a N4M member. He was in the Navy himself and has a son in the Navy. You'll see maps, photos - a great overview of the beginning processing days.
Topics to talk about BEFORE they ship off to BOOTCAMP (click here)
This is a N4M Forum Discussion posted by Angie recently. Angie is Navy Counselor at the Command Career Center in Great Lakes, IL. She assist sailors with their career choices once they are done with bootcamp and all their training.
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wow thats funny! But i will definately have to remember that!
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Permalink Reply by Sailors Mom on
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I am not going in but my daughter is....She too is getting the jitters, What I tell her is what I am going to say to you. Just think after boot camp, the world is your oyster. You will see things that us mom and dads have not seen, you will do amazing things and maybe one day become I don't know the first female president, who knows where this can take you. Just hang in there breath and just think its only eight weeks. it will go by fast, and before you know it your graduating. Smile Sailor.
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