When your in boot don't over think things. That's what causes so much stress, I saw guys get worked up for the simplest of things. An don't worry about the Drill Instructors I mean if you basically do what they tell you the first time then they won't mess with you..as bad..
JAY FINLEY My ship date is may 5 but Im a grad so could be sooner good luck getting smoked keep your wits about you and I'll see you on the other side.
for all those who are not in the military or are keyboard warriors leave this guy alone this guy has heart and atleast he is following his dreams instead of playing soldiers so shut up
Thank you for your service!!!!! Thanks for putting this video together. My son (18yrs old) shipped earlier this week to Parris Island. Looking forward to graduation!! That first phone call really hit me!! Semper Fi!!!!
Lmao awesome vid man! I love how you said "you're gonna have shit birds barely doing 2 pull ups" hahahha that motivated me on doing well bc I am shipping off next month man!
I DEPed into the Marine Corps in June and don't ship out until January. I have done hours upon hours of research and physical training to prepare me for boot camp. I have seen ever Marine Corps video there is. I came across your video, and this is BY FAR the most informative video about boot camp on RUclips. Thank you for this. Semper Fi
What is most important is to keep that faith. Stand tall stand proud and be proud of who you are about to be. A Marine. The strongest military family there is. You stand for what you believe. Be strong. God bless y'all
I have so many set to mail, just waiting on his platoon number and I will mail them. Bless you and your family's heart that you have not seen them in so long. Thank you for your service!!!!!
Thank you for serving! Your video is very informative. I will be enlisting and eventually going through OCS in either the Army or Marine Corps next year. Nice flag btw
8pm is bed and wake up at 4am, and whenever your senior has duty so like every third night, you wont get mail for the first 3 weeks though cuz everything is getting situated- Born to Kill
Thx for your insights im leaving today for paris island I pretty much knew most of this stuff but your video was very helpfull on the things I was not aware of thank you.
You went over everything bro great vid! one question though i should ask my recruiter but say i gotta piss and we are in the field or i gotta poop what the hell am i sopposed to do?
@Nick Shaffer I'm in the DEP Program and leave for Parris Island June 16th, and I know my run time is normally a 10:30 mile and a half. To run better, hydration is key. A gallon of water a day, a good, but somewhat fast pace, and on that last stretch, do a dead sprint to the finish. No matter if it kills you, it's very rewarding in the end.
This seems like a whole different environment. I leave in oct and I am so nervous yet excited I don't think nothing can prepare you for this experience. just take a chance and got through with it.
hi americanstrongs,i do big believe in us marines..hope through this video i got friend from us marines.im from philippines and hope any of your troops can visit here too through visiting forces in our country..a soldier is a hero.two thumbs up!
Write ALOT of letters to him and send pictures, that helped me alot. Enjoy your time you have with him after he graduates because ive been in a year and havent seen my family in 9 months
Its the same for everyone 12Am arrival no sleep admin for a couple days. Its suppose to disorient you & scare you into passiveness. It is literally a well designed operation to get all recruits in line for getting the recruits in line to become well trained Marine
I was disoriented for the first week. 1st few weeks are the worst but once you begin to get into shape and get over the initial shock it becomes bearable. Last few days are actually fun... Semper Fi... SSgt USMC(1994-2006)..
i love watching vids like this, i got 2 1/2 more years left until i can join cuz im only 15, but i want to be a combat engineer then go marsoc and hopefully do 20 years and retire from the Military, get a nice job in engineering and be able to tell a shit ton of stories and be the first one in my family to be successful in life!
@77thNYSV they either keep it their at the base or they send it back home. Your recruiter will tell you what civilian clothes to bring so you wont have problems.
Here is a good tip. Join the Marine Corps only because you really want to. Don't join just to satisfy someone, and/or to get them off your back. Otherwise, you'll end up regretting it. The only persuasion you should listen to is your own. Also, joining the military doesn't make someone a good person. Otherwise, there would be no such thing as a brig. It is who you are that makes you a good person
You can get a GI bill after you serve to pay for college afterwards and there are some tuition programs but i dont know how those work now. its different for whatever MOS you might have like if you are active duty infantry its not gonna happen because you wont have enough time
Experiences vary. The general outline of bootcamp is the same for everyone but you can't really explain what to expect. That 3 days of receiving was 10x worse than Black Friday. Then again I went through bootcamp in 2006,
Watching this in 2017 because I'm so close to going into boot camp and I need to lose a bit or weight since I'm a short person. Any advice? I'm also very unsure about what exactly I want to do in the Marines. I'm hoping to go in August! (:
im leaving to p.i in 7 days, this video helpful, the only thing im worried about is the heat and water survival week, besides that im motivated and ready.
There is almost no preparation you can do for what you are about to endure. Its hard to explain if you have never been. Its another world once you enter those gates. Get mentally ready. Shut your mouth until you are spoken to. Then reply as loud as you can. Get ready to run. Speed and intensity is a phrase you need to understand. Good luck
i cant wait till im 17 to enlist but im only 16 right now..im going to start talking to my recruiter soon and start training more since im already in decent shape...my cousin graduates friday and im going to be there.
Lol man brings back memories, worst part of boot camp is you see something either stupid or funny and you can't laugh it you will get IT'd other than that it's an experience though will never forget Ooraah Marine Corps!
Americanstrong5 Glad you made it back. Thank you for your service. So what do you want to do now? I like the videos I've seen on here so far that you've made.
Have a question for you americanstrong5. I know someone who is trying to become a marine he is afraid that he can't make it in: he is not 18 yet and is getting a small charge with possetion first offence nothing else on his record and it will come off when he is 18 if they do see that is there still a chance he can make it in?
Honestly the only hard part about it is Thursday and Friday...seeing the graduated class and their happy families. Hurts you emotionally, other then that shit is pretty easy. First 3 weeks are horrible but 2nd-3rd phase is pretty chill after a while
@LISTALOBSTER You get an hour each day for free time. Right before free time starts a drill instructor will hand out mail. During free time you can also write or send letters, read, or just relax. Also later in training a squad leader can either extend free time to 2 hours or take away free time as punishment.
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if youre watching this..... STAY MOTIVATED :D
oorrrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
somekindofmonster7 RAOOOOOOOOOOOOOORRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
somekindofmonster7 Yes
HooRah!
but it's all worth it at the end, when u can call ur self a marine
Then you go back to hating your life
Tomorrow is my day, I can't wait to be a Marine and serve this amazing country.
Miozza46 Its good to serve,but the way you answered deserves a slap a slap along the head,nobody responds like you did...what an idiot
Amazing country my ass
+Derek Chen fuck you
It's been a year how you doing
DiAntonioC are you a badass?
This is exactly what I was looking for. No sugar coating or any bs. Currently a Poolee. Ship date to Parris Island is 20150209. Let's do this!
When your in boot don't over think things. That's what causes so much stress, I saw guys get worked up for the simplest of things. An don't worry about the Drill Instructors I mean if you basically do what they tell you the first time then they won't mess with you..as bad..
agarcia2511 he is eexactly right go in good shape and listen to what they say and you will be good
that about when I go in San Diego though good luck future marine
AU HTWO O when do you ship? I ship out feb 2nd to san diego
JAY FINLEY My ship date is may 5 but Im a grad so could be sooner good luck getting smoked keep your wits about you and I'll see you on the other side.
Holy crap dude, you remembered like every single detail. Good stuff.
If you are meant to be a Marine grass week is great.
for all those who are not in the military or are keyboard warriors leave this guy alone this guy has heart and atleast he is following his dreams instead of playing soldiers so shut up
Thank you for your service!!!!! Thanks for putting this video together. My son (18yrs old) shipped earlier this week to Parris Island. Looking forward to graduation!! That first phone call really hit me!! Semper Fi!!!!
By far the most informative video online. I leave for Parris Island March 11! Thanks for a great video!
Holy fucking boot.
Thanks for the video, it helps a lot. Not many people do these types of videos.
Lmao awesome vid man! I love how you said "you're gonna have shit birds barely doing 2 pull ups" hahahha that motivated me on doing well bc I am shipping off next month man!
Thank for posting... As a Mom, I was searching youtube for these types of videos... My son is year and half in and LOVED BOOT lol
I DEPed into the Marine Corps in June and don't ship out until January. I have done hours upon hours of research and physical training to prepare me for boot camp. I have seen ever Marine Corps video there is. I came across your video, and this is BY FAR the most informative video about boot camp on RUclips. Thank you for this.
Semper Fi
Gunny by now I’m sure
What is most important is to keep that faith. Stand tall stand proud and be proud of who you are about to be. A Marine. The strongest military family there is. You stand for what you believe. Be strong. God bless y'all
I have so many set to mail, just waiting on his platoon number and I will mail them. Bless you and your family's heart that you have not seen them in so long. Thank you for your service!!!!!
Thanks man, this video has made me a little more confident. When the days get closer you start thinking too much.
Thanks for the story man. Makes me chuckle remembering I was worried about it but never got the chance to go.
Thanks for laying that out! I'm anxious to join go this summer!
Most helpful video by a long shot thanks for the advice
Im planning on enlisting into the Marines right after high school, so this helps. So i kinda know what to expect, thank you.
Thank you for serving! Your video is very informative. I will be enlisting and eventually going through OCS in either the Army or Marine Corps next year. Nice flag btw
8pm is bed and wake up at 4am, and whenever your senior has duty so like every third night, you wont get mail for the first 3 weeks though cuz everything is getting situated- Born to Kill
Thanks for the video bro, im gonna be going to boot camp next year and this helped out
This video was awesome it helps out a lot thank u very much
Thx for your insights im leaving today for paris island I pretty much knew most of this stuff but your video was very helpfull on the things I was not aware of thank you.
Thanks for the heads up bro I apreciate it
great vid man
I'm thinking about pursuing this career pathway thanks for the vid was very informative and helped a lot
Thanks a lot man like really man. This really ease my mind.
Nice video bro this thing helped me out a lot I'm leaving August 20 to boot camp in San Diego praise island
Shipping out in two days to MCRD San Diego! Thanks for the insight mate. Cheers!
Great video man, i cant wait until i ship i want to serve my country and be the best, a marine. Ive been preparing 2yrs now
You went over everything bro great vid! one question though i should ask my recruiter but say i gotta piss and we are in the field or i gotta poop what the hell am i sopposed to do?
Going in after high school nice to know what I have waiting for me
Wow! What an awesome haircut dude! Really suits you!
I can't wait to leave. I am so excited to do all this stuff !
@Nick Shaffer I'm in the DEP Program and leave for Parris Island June 16th, and I know my run time is normally a 10:30 mile and a half. To run better, hydration is key. A gallon of water a day, a good, but somewhat fast pace, and on that last stretch, do a dead sprint to the finish. No matter if it kills you, it's very rewarding in the end.
Very informative, good job Marine
Nice job, man. I'll b going soon. Wish me luck when I go!
Parris Island on Sunday...
Same here bro!
Mankindatt lets get it done bro! cya there
I did have a guy in my platoon names Johnson but idk if it was him . PI Mike Co 3024
Mankindatt That's pretty funny man.
I'm enlisting right after high-school. I'm confident I'll do well in boot camp. Semper Fi.
How'd you do?
This seems like a whole different environment. I leave in oct and I am so nervous yet excited I don't think nothing can prepare you for this experience. just take a chance and got through with it.
hi americanstrongs,i do big believe in us marines..hope through this video i got friend from us marines.im from philippines and hope any of your troops can visit here too through visiting forces in our country..a soldier is a hero.two thumbs up!
Write ALOT of letters to him and send pictures, that helped me alot. Enjoy your time you have with him after he graduates because ive been in a year and havent seen my family in 9 months
Really inspirational
Its the same for everyone 12Am arrival no sleep admin for a couple days. Its suppose to disorient you & scare you into passiveness. It is literally a well designed operation to get all recruits in line for getting the recruits in line to become well trained Marine
I was disoriented for the first week. 1st few weeks are the worst but once you begin to get into shape and get over the initial shock it becomes bearable. Last few days are actually fun... Semper Fi... SSgt USMC(1994-2006)..
Great video
Very good video, thank you
i love watching vids like this, i got 2 1/2 more years left until i can join cuz im only 15, but i want to be a combat engineer then go marsoc and hopefully do 20 years and retire from the Military, get a nice job in engineering and be able to tell a shit ton of stories and be the first one in my family to be successful in life!
How’s it going?
Thanks for this. Informative
@77thNYSV they either keep it their at the base or they send it back home. Your recruiter will tell you what civilian clothes to bring so you wont have problems.
Thanks Riley
Just practice, that is what BT is for to prepare you for your final. But you'll be fine. Good Luck.
Thanks for prepping me for boot camp
Thank you mam! - Born to Kill
Here is a good tip. Join the Marine Corps only because you really want to. Don't join just to satisfy someone, and/or to get them off your back. Otherwise, you'll end up regretting it. The only persuasion you should listen to is your own. Also, joining the military doesn't make someone a good person. Otherwise, there would be no such thing as a brig. It is who you are that makes you a good person
You can get a GI bill after you serve to pay for college afterwards and there are some tuition programs but i dont know how those work now. its different for whatever MOS you might have like if you are active duty infantry its not gonna happen because you wont have enough time
Headed down to Parris Island with two of my buddies November 13th!
i cant wait going to be fun
I go to Paris Island July 15th, I'm looking forward to it, that will probably change once I get there.
You'll do fine, just always pay attention. Do your best.
Experiences vary. The general outline of bootcamp is the same for everyone but you can't really explain what to expect. That 3 days of receiving was 10x worse than Black Friday. Then again I went through bootcamp in 2006,
Watching this in 2017 because I'm so close to going into boot camp and I need to lose a bit or weight since I'm a short person. Any advice? I'm also very unsure about what exactly I want to do in the Marines. I'm hoping to go in August! (:
im leaving to p.i in 7 days, this video helpful, the only thing im worried about is the heat and water survival week, besides that im motivated and ready.
Dude you have changed a WHOLE bunch when I saw ur meps vid
Thank you marine this was golden. I leave in 6 days.
Mike notorious Glad we could help. - Born2Kill
Mike notorious July 6th?
Thank God for people like you who protect and serve. Semper Fi.
There is almost no preparation you can do for what you are about to endure. Its hard to explain if you have never been. Its another world once you enter those gates. Get mentally ready. Shut your mouth until you are spoken to. Then reply as loud as you can. Get ready to run. Speed and intensity is a phrase you need to understand. Good luck
Omg this was uploaded on my bday
Holy shit I leave on the same date as you! Good luck to you bro! :D
a few questions, when do u get to talk to the other recruits ? and how do u become squad leader ?
Botcamp for me was the best and funniest thing ever. My uncle was the DI
I just came back. Ooh rah!
RAH DEVIL
How far do you start off running at the beginning of boot camp? How often do you PT? What are the PT's like?
Great vid im shipping out to paris island in 5 years where did you go to boot mcrd San diego or parris island?
i cant wait till im 17 to enlist but im only 16 right now..im going to start talking to my recruiter soon and start training more since im already in decent shape...my cousin graduates friday and im going to be there.
don't worry, you'll be able to do plenty by the time you graduate and you run alot so you will get better
Im leaving for boot camp later this year, i heard you say around 4:50 you dont PT but 3 times a week? i had the impression you PT everyday.
Enlisting this year for Infantry and hopefully they can let me do the Recon course ... by the way can crossfit prepare you for boot camp ?
What can you prepare for it physically and mentally? Thank you for a response :D
Just keep in mind they went through the same thing and usually after the hazing you end up with a stronger bond
Lol man brings back memories, worst part of boot camp is you see something either stupid or funny and you can't laugh it you will get IT'd other than that it's an experience though will never forget
Ooraah Marine Corps!
Thanks bro, I haven't signed up yet but I am soon once I study for asvab test:) you have any advice as far as training for boot camp ?
Very informative boot
Hey that's a really good video. Thanks. You're 0311 right? Are you deploying?
Frankie Gibbs This was 4 years ago, getting out next month! Yes 0311. Deployed twice. - Born2Kill
Americanstrong5 Glad you made it back. Thank you for your service. So what do you want to do now? I like the videos I've seen on here so far that you've made.
Have a question for you americanstrong5. I know someone who is trying to become a marine he is afraid that he can't make it in: he is not 18 yet and is getting a small charge with possetion first offence nothing else on his record and it will come off when he is 18 if they do see that is there still a chance he can make it in?
What do you do after boot camp? Do you get to choose which one to go to like the San Diego camp?
I leave on February 17th...I couldn't be more excited
Honestly the only hard part about it is Thursday and Friday...seeing the graduated class and their happy families. Hurts you emotionally, other then that shit is pretty easy. First 3 weeks are horrible but 2nd-3rd phase is pretty chill after a while
Besides for the pft, how much fitness should you be able to do? Like push ups, jumping jacks, etc.
Leavin feb 22 can't wait.
nice bro im enlisting next week !
subscribed!
I don't know if you said it or not but did you go to San Diego or Parris Island ?
@LISTALOBSTER You get an hour each day for free time. Right before free time starts a drill instructor will hand out mail. During free time you can also write or send letters, read, or just relax. Also later in training a squad leader can either extend free time to 2 hours or take away free time as punishment.
nice video!
I leave Monday the 13th, couldn't be more fucking pumped
I graduated 35 yes ago from MCRD. It sounds a little different from then, but 👍 good job. I can only remember about half of it.
Haha and this video was made almost 10 years ago now so who knows what it’s like today
good luck!
which mos are you going for, 03xx, i heard you have to wait a long time for that.
I forgot to mention along the way we picked up this boot-O'Bannion