When I was in the army we did PT in our boots! They finally stopped that in the early 80's because too many people were getting foot injuries, and allowed running shoes. The worst part of reception for me was the shots. So many shots, I couldn't lift my arms.
My boyfriend just shipped out 20 but had a layover in texas and finally got to fort jackson last night! I can’t wait to write letters and ik he is just going to love every moment of it, especially the brotherhood! Thank u for the videos it helps a lot 👍🏼
One of the true fact in the Army is never listen to private talks! What you see and experience is real For those who are gonna ship out soon, just remember this, basic is just a program design to break you down, nothing personal, the REAL Army is totally different environment compare to basic and AIT Just be mind focus on the reasons you put up your right hand, you only got one job to do, obey and execute your given orders! Don't be a shit bag and shammer. Proof your reputation through your performance, which will find you EASY along the way in your military life, good luck to y'all!!!
I ship out in 25 days to fort Jackson. I keep hearing/reading bad things about reception and you guys made it seem like it's not so bad. Thank you. All I can do is hope it all goes well.
Think about reception like the easy part! If it sucks then it won’t get that much worse lol, but really it’s the easy part. You don’t get smoked in reception! Anyways just remember that they have to feed you, and it’s all temporary!
I enlisted in the NY Army NG. I was Bravo 174. I did my BCT and AIT in one summer in 1982 at Ft. Jackson. the MREs came out the following year. They were worse than the mess hall chow. Glad to hear the food hasn't made any improvements over the decades LOL
I just graduated on Thursday and reception was chill asf. We did absolutely nothing but eat and go get our uniforms. Basic training on the other end is a whole different beast compared to reception.
@@realkevinellismaybe it depends on what base you go to? I'm going to Ft Jackson in less than a month so it should be similar to what you said in the video I bet, but I wonder if other bases just suck for reception. I've heard a lot of guys say it sucked and they went to Ft Sill
I don't know about yall but my reception, they took our phones day 1, we had to wake up at 0330 in the morning for accountability, it was just a purgatory of sitting/standing around for hours not able to talk or do anything. Though what I thought was kinda funny was that the drills at reception treated us better than the civillians we had to deal with when we had our uniform items issued. I'm still mad that the lady issuing our dress shoes gave me a size too small, and proceeded to argue with me over what size shoe I wore.
Lol that sounds about right! They be like well I guess you wanna wear a slipper then,,, I been doing this for 100 years and I’m telling you you’re a size 9!! Haha yeah reception drills were pretty cool… being in for a bit now and seeing how things are I have a lot more respect for all the DS
@@ImTaleyah i wish you the best of luck, i got there and went to MOT day 1 of reception. ppl say oh you didn’t even experience the army why did you leave but when you know you know and i did not want to be there. now i’m a real estate agent pulling 4x the amount id make as a soldier
Reception at Fort Jackson was by farrrrr the worst part of Basic for me. Barely any time for sleep, waiting around for hours doing nothing, and a bunch of rude civilians. Reception was so much worse than Basic.
Im about to ship out to Fort Benning for OSUT. The only thing im worried about for reception is dental, I don't have messed up teeth, I may need fillings though. Do they do fillings are reception or will they let you get it done when you get to your duty station.
I was terribly worried about my bleeding gums (gingivitis) at the time, I stressed about it… the doctor told me, as long as you have 3 teeth that work, you are going to basic training 😂😂… they will take care of your teeth after you get situated… I’m not sure about osut, but a lot of ppl got teeth work at AIT, some at basic
Ft. Jackson reception back in 99 we got the shit smoked out of us. Plus the usual inprocessing, uniform issue, etc. LOTS od standing at parade rest reading our smart books, etc.
Do they check blood pressure at reception? Because at meps (for my medical) everything was okay but I got nervous so my blood pressure was kind of high .
@@realkevinellis MEPS goal is trying to stop you from joining that’s their job . So I hope at reception they aren’t like that . My blood pressure is at 136/86 and MEPs barely let me pass
My daughter is at fort Jackson SC right now but I have no address if I wanted to write to her or any other information on her how would I be able to find out an address to write to her I heard from her Tuesday but she said they could only text so now I'm stuck and don't know what to do
My gf is there too. Do you know what company she’s in? Maybe on Sunday when she calls you, tell her to send you the address. They should’ve been given the first week of processing. I hope you find out soon & be in touch with your loved one!
you won’t receive an address to send them letter until they’re in basic training, during reception they’re only allowed their phones on sundays unless they’re lucky
You can practice running 8 laps (2 miles) and hand release push-ups… planks too… if you’re already in great shape, familiarize yourself with the soldiers creed and 7 army values!!!! And even if you don’t do any of that you’ll be just fine
Starting the transitioning from Special Forces, all the way down to Army Reserves next year. I love watching these videos and remembering all of this shit... reception well and truly sucked.
Had high blood pressure at meps had to go to outside doctors to get reading to get cleared got cleared sworn in today do they check bp at reception also or only on sick call
Do you take a COVID test at reception? I know you have to get the vaccine but do they test you first or just straight give you shots? & did they xray your teeth?
They should’ve did the X-rays at meps… as for covid test, for me we had to wear masks for the first week and then that was it. My experience is that Covid is not really a thing in Army, if you test positive you wear a mask for less than a week and then go back to work… they do check your teeth again when you get to ait
@@realkevinellis oh okay thanks for the reply!! When I went to meps they didn't even look at my teeth but maybe they will do that at reception who knows. Thanks again !
I will make a quick video about it but long story short, all of my drill sergeants had a watch party and started grilling me then I got nervous that I broke a rule I didn’t know about so I deleted them just in case because I need to leave here 🤣🤣 but now that I know I didn’t, I’m re uploading them, sorry! I didn’t realize I could just make them private. Smh
In Ait at Fort Gordon right now, signed as a 25Q but it merged and now I’m training to be a 25H, looks a little like you guys are sitting next to Snyder dental to me 😂
@@realkevinellis so if you do have cavities or a wisdom teeth but you don’t want it to be pulled because it’s not affecting anything.. what will they do about that?
@@lifeofkieya I don’t know what they will say but if they say you need to have the wisdom tooth pulled then it’s probably for a reason (maybe to avoid having to do it later) like maybe they say it’s better while we have them here rather than later in a war zone… like preventative maintenance… but if they say you need it then you will have to get it pulled… I’ve had all of mine pulled and it’s no big deal tbh… a little pain at first but it’s goes away in a couple days
These kids today make me laugh. Hung out in civilian clothes for almost a week before getting our duffel gear. We learned to spit shine boots. I was sitting in the barber chair getting my hair cut and watched Sadat getting assassinated live on TV. From there I went to the CHURCH C-9-2, then got my wings and off to Bragg 2/508 (pir).
@@HeywoodJablome I'm a MAVNI Soldier... Extremely long story... Basically I enlisted in 2016 but I got set forgotten about because of the new election... In the meantime I've been going to drill monthly I'm just not MOS qualified... It's a unique story... But I love my unit they take care of me!
@@MacAndCheezeKneez my recruiter screwed me over with 504 plan I didn’t know after the age of 14 that was a automatic disqualification and the seizure I had while I was there so there was no hiding that
The biggest problem I have is stress cards and cell phones. Basic is sissified. I can't hold a match to everyone before me. But it wasn't sissified with stress cards and cell phones.
I get shipped sept 20, your videos have definitely been helpful
good luck i fucking hated that shit i’m so glad i got out when i did
Me too ima be a 92f!!
@@kobesills3034 i went in as a 25U
omg! im getting shipped as well on the 20th, 92Y!!
@@bunniebabb3082 good luck
When I was in the army we did PT in our boots! They finally stopped that in the early 80's because too many people were getting foot injuries, and allowed running shoes. The worst part of reception for me was the shots. So many shots, I couldn't lift my arms.
when i went in 2010 we RARELY wore boots running around in acus and sketchers looking like straight butt 😅
Thank you for making this! Your videos have been so helpful for me since I'm going to Ft. Jackson this May!
Leave yet!?
About to be shipped out tomorrow to Fort Jackson kinda nervous but still quite excited.
Good luck!! Remember you “why” and don’t give up!!
Update?
My boyfriend just shipped out 20 but had a layover in texas and finally got to fort jackson last night! I can’t wait to write letters and ik he is just going to love every moment of it, especially the brotherhood! Thank u for the videos it helps a lot 👍🏼
Shipping out Tuesday, you're literally carrying me man. Appreciate it!!!
I’m shipping Tuesday too🫡
Me too 😆 92a
@@mr.illusive3376 what’s your last name?
@@gabrieltorres3967 damn I ship out the Monday 19th to fort Jackson 😭 last name Ridley tho
@@mr.illusive3376 yessir 92 Alapha as well
One of the true fact in the Army is never listen to private talks! What you see and experience is real
For those who are gonna ship out soon, just remember this, basic is just a program design to break you down, nothing personal, the REAL Army is totally different environment compare to basic and AIT
Just be mind focus on the reasons you put up your right hand, you only got one job to do, obey and execute your given orders! Don't be a shit bag and shammer. Proof your reputation through your performance, which will find you EASY along the way in your military life, good luck to y'all!!!
I ship out in 25 days to fort Jackson. I keep hearing/reading bad things about reception and you guys made it seem like it's not so bad. Thank you. All I can do is hope it all goes well.
Think about reception like the easy part! If it sucks then it won’t get that much worse lol, but really it’s the easy part. You don’t get smoked in reception! Anyways just remember that they have to feed you, and it’s all temporary!
same i leave jan 22nd ready to go tbh
@@juuls6758
Me and you both.
Shipping out March 6th, thanks for the video!
Same bro
I ship January 24th and this definitely gave good insight to reception. Appreciate it man!
I ship January 23rd
@@adamcaza879me too
@@javi9388 see you there
@@javi9388 what's your mos?
@@adamcaza879 what's your mos?
I enlisted in the NY Army NG. I was Bravo 174. I did my BCT and AIT in one summer in 1982 at Ft. Jackson. the MREs came out the following year. They were worse than the mess hall chow. Glad to hear the food hasn't made any improvements over the decades LOL
I just graduated on Thursday and reception was chill asf. We did absolutely nothing but eat and go get our uniforms. Basic training on the other end is a whole different beast compared to reception.
Agreed! I remember watching videos and people saying reception was the worst part. Absolutely not.
Lmaoooo they softened up reception??????? Man y’all new meat are lucky
I personally think reception was worse than basic entirely lol
Reception was terrible in 2013. We didnt sleep
@@realkevinellismaybe it depends on what base you go to? I'm going to Ft Jackson in less than a month so it should be similar to what you said in the video I bet, but I wonder if other bases just suck for reception. I've heard a lot of guys say it sucked and they went to Ft Sill
Nice infos, Im shipping out on Sept 12th !
I’m so EXCITED I’m coming to fort Jackson on the 6th of September
Me too
Good luck 👍🏾 you’re going at the perfect time , weather is just right
Went in 2015 , relaxin Jackson
@Janelle Johnson are yal ready? 2 more days!!!!!
I don't know about yall but my reception, they took our phones day 1, we had to wake up at 0330 in the morning for accountability, it was just a purgatory of sitting/standing around for hours not able to talk or do anything. Though what I thought was kinda funny was that the drills at reception treated us better than the civillians we had to deal with when we had our uniform items issued. I'm still mad that the lady issuing our dress shoes gave me a size too small, and proceeded to argue with me over what size shoe I wore.
Lol that sounds about right! They be like well I guess you wanna wear a slipper then,,, I been doing this for 100 years and I’m telling you you’re a size 9!! Haha yeah reception drills were pretty cool… being in for a bit now and seeing how things are I have a lot more respect for all the DS
Going to fort Jackson October 24th, this video helped!!
You’re going to love it!
reception is absolutely horrible at fort jackson, basic is 100% better than reception
@@JosephWahl I honestly believe you
@@ImTaleyah i wish you the best of luck, i got there and went to MOT day 1 of reception. ppl say oh you didn’t even experience the army why did you leave but when you know you know and i did not want to be there. now i’m a real estate agent pulling 4x the amount id make as a soldier
Im going to fort jackson the same day.
Just graduated today. Echo 2-60. Scouts Out!
Reception at Fort Jackson was by farrrrr the worst part of Basic for me.
Barely any time for sleep, waiting around for hours doing nothing, and a bunch of rude civilians.
Reception was so much worse than Basic.
Can’t say that I agree but I know a lot of people that felt the same way!!
Do they conduct a urine test within the first few days of reception or just a general medical overview!
E/134 Always Forward 💯💯💯
I'm going to be shipping off to Fort Jackson soon, and was wondering how long the average smoke session was/is.
30 minutes fr nun crazy
shipping out on may 30th my recruiter gave me a whole packing list and i’m scared it’s overpacking
It honestly probably is!! But congrats!! What’s your mos?
I got the same ship out date wanna stay in touch?
Thanks for this video! I'm shipping out to BCT January 23rd. My MOS is 92Y.
Congrats!! You’re gonna have so much fun
Oh wow! I’m shipping out the same day as you! I’m going to Ft. Jackson and MOS: 35F
I’m also getting shipped January 23rd. my mos is 91B .
@@6miguel110 jackson too?
@@AltinatorX Awesome! I will see you there.
Lol I know exactly where yall are sitting, me and my class had to wait outside for like an hour. But I hated Fort Gordon
Im about to ship out to Fort Benning for OSUT. The only thing im worried about for reception is dental, I don't have messed up teeth, I may need fillings though. Do they do fillings are reception or will they let you get it done when you get to your duty station.
I was terribly worried about my bleeding gums (gingivitis) at the time, I stressed about it… the doctor told me, as long as you have 3 teeth that work, you are going to basic training 😂😂… they will take care of your teeth after you get situated… I’m not sure about osut, but a lot of ppl got teeth work at AIT, some at basic
@@realkevinellis Thank you for the fast response, your videos are really helping me.
I’m heading to fort Jackson in two weeks 😅 wish me luck.
Yay! Congratulations you’re going to love it!! What’s your MOS?
August 29th?
what day?
@@jonathanprado6749 august 23rd
@@realkevinellis 92A
i ship september 26th.. wish i could find more info on Fort Eustis
Ft. Jackson reception back in 99 we got the shit smoked out of us. Plus the usual inprocessing, uniform issue, etc. LOTS od standing at parade rest reading our smart books, etc.
Yeah I hear it used to be much worse
Do they check blood pressure at reception? Because at meps (for my medical) everything was okay but I got nervous so my blood pressure was kind of high .
same thing happened to me. You’ll be fine. They aren’t trying to stop people from joining up…
@@realkevinellis how did you deal with it? I’m afraid they send me home because of that even though my heart is perfectly fine
@@ajustmefr6925 nah, you’ll be fine… unless it’s really high or really low, you’ll be fine
@@realkevinellis MEPS goal is trying to stop you from joining that’s their job . So I hope at reception they aren’t like that . My blood pressure is at 136/86 and MEPs barely let me pass
Your bp is good enough as long as it’s not 140/90 and over.
My daughter is at fort Jackson SC right now but I have no address if I wanted to write to her or any other information on her how would I be able to find out an address to write to her I heard from her Tuesday but she said they could only text so now I'm stuck and don't know what to do
My gf is there too. Do you know what company she’s in? Maybe on Sunday when she calls you, tell her to send you the address. They should’ve been given the first week of processing. I hope you find out soon & be in touch with your loved one!
you won’t receive an address to send them letter until they’re in basic training, during reception they’re only allowed their phones on sundays unless they’re lucky
When I went back in 2015
We were able to text the address to family
i ship out august 15 any tips for right now? should i do any preparation or anything
You can practice running 8 laps (2 miles) and hand release push-ups… planks too… if you’re already in great shape, familiarize yourself with the soldiers creed and 7 army values!!!! And even if you don’t do any of that you’ll be just fine
Also, congratulations!! You’re going to love it
@@realkevinellis thank you! i’m going to fort jackson and then my ait is in fort gordon, im a 25U
I get shipped out the 15 too
@@Wolf-zd8ec i’ll see you there bro, last name winter
Starting the transitioning from Special Forces, all the way down to Army Reserves next year. I love watching these videos and remembering all of this shit... reception well and truly sucked.
I ship out September 6th from nashville to fort Jackson and then I’ll be at AIT at fort Gordon if everything goes as planned 25H is my mos
I get shipped the same day, maybe i'll see you there lol
Congratulations!! Not to put the cart before the horse but your ait willA be fun…
I’m going to fort Jackson on the 6th of September alsoooo!!!!! See you there
Same here and same mos
Pyle😂😂
Had high blood pressure at meps had to go to outside doctors to get reading to get cleared got cleared sworn in today do they check bp at reception also or only on sick call
They do but if you got past meps you are good!
@@realkevinellis so what if it’s high at reception will they send me home or since meps cleared me I’m good
Do you take a COVID test at reception? I know you have to get the vaccine but do they test you first or just straight give you shots? & did they xray your teeth?
They should’ve did the X-rays at meps… as for covid test, for me we had to wear masks for the first week and then that was it. My experience is that Covid is not really a thing in Army, if you test positive you wear a mask for less than a week and then go back to work… they do check your teeth again when you get to ait
@@realkevinellis oh okay thanks for the reply!! When I went to meps they didn't even look at my teeth but maybe they will do that at reception who knows. Thanks again !
@@shaesha2817 congrats! When are you leaving and what’s your mos btw!?
@@realkevinellis thank you !! I ship out Dec 27, 25H with Airborne!!
Do they check your blood pressure at reception?
Yes
I'm going at the end of January
Congratulations! What’s your mos
@@realkevinellis 92 Yankee
How come so many re-uploads?
I will make a quick video about it but long story short, all of my drill sergeants had a watch party and started grilling me then I got nervous that I broke a rule I didn’t know about so I deleted them just in case because I need to leave here 🤣🤣 but now that I know I didn’t, I’m re uploading them, sorry! I didn’t realize I could just make them private. Smh
anybody shipping out to Jackson on feb 28? i’m coming from nj
In Ait at Fort Gordon right now, signed as a 25Q but it merged and now I’m training to be a 25H, looks a little like you guys are sitting next to Snyder dental to me 😂
Bravo beast!! Idk what you’re talking about lol. Have fun man. You guys still next to dominos
@@realkevinellis hahah nah we got sent to 551 We’re in the 5 story buildings
I ship out Monday the 19th to fort Jackson kinda nervous low key
same! so flipping nervous!
@@taylorhatfield6434 we will be fine😂 just the first 2 weeks would have to do some adapting. What’s your instagram tho
Bro I have nightmares about 30th AG on Ft Moore reception was worse than basic
My man still a phase 4 lmao
120th fucking sucked they had us sleep deprived as fuck and we didn’t have our phone the whole time
4:32 4:41
Why do they check for dental? So do they look at your teeth or entire mouth like MEPS?
Think it has to do with the fact that you clams be identified by your teeth and they check your whole mouth
@@realkevinellis so if you do have cavities or a wisdom teeth but you don’t want it to be pulled because it’s not affecting anything.. what will they do about that?
@@lifeofkieya I don’t know what they will say but if they say you need to have the wisdom tooth pulled then it’s probably for a reason (maybe to avoid having to do it later) like maybe they say it’s better while we have them here rather than later in a war zone… like preventative maintenance… but if they say you need it then you will have to get it pulled… I’ve had all of mine pulled and it’s no big deal tbh… a little pain at first but it’s goes away in a couple days
@@realkevinellis okay thanks and one last question lol do they pull them at the reception or you will have to get shipped back?
@@lifeofkieya no I don’t think they will pull them at reception. Maybe at AIT, but probably when you get to your unit
Reception sucked, I was glad to finally get to my company to get some sleep
Shippi g to ft jackson Aug 19
can i enlist from another country? (belgium)
Not sure you should call a recruiter, let me know if you need a contact I know a few
You would need a green card to enlist. That’s one of the Main requirement if you’re not a born US/naturalized citizen
These kids today make me laugh. Hung out in civilian clothes for almost a week before getting our duffel gear. We learned to spit shine boots. I was sitting in the barber chair getting my hair cut and watched Sadat getting assassinated live on TV. From there I went to the CHURCH C-9-2, then got my wings and off to Bragg 2/508 (pir).
Ty for your service
ECO 1980
I already been in the Army 6 years and I'm just going to basic... I'm already over it... I'm annoyed and I haven't even shipped yet 🙄🙄🙄
Huh? how is that even possible?
?????
@@HeywoodJablome I'm a MAVNI Soldier... Extremely long story... Basically I enlisted in 2016 but I got set forgotten about because of the new election... In the meantime I've been going to drill monthly I'm just not MOS qualified... It's a unique story... But I love my unit they take care of me!
@@XVNRX I joined the Army as an immigrant... So it's a different pathway
@@Ashlyssa I wouldn’t even want to join anymore at that point lmao
Your service time hasn’t even officially started
F that
Just left there 3 days ago
Basic or reception?
@@realkevinellis reception I got medically discharge
@@MacAndCheezeKneez medical discharge had a seizure and a 504 plan
@@MacAndCheezeKneez my recruiter screwed me over with 504 plan I didn’t know after the age of 14 that was a automatic disqualification and the seizure I had while I was there so there was no hiding that
@@MacAndCheezeKneez best of luck to you and you should be fine just make sure you ship asap and listen to everything and you’ll make it fine
The biggest problem I have is stress cards and cell phones. Basic is sissified. I can't hold a match to everyone before me. But it wasn't sissified with stress cards and cell phones.
Not cow boy boots 😂
Man you cant even lie at meps anymore lol the dr seen all my shit from mhs genisis
Anyone else going Sept 11 2023?
Me bro!
@@tommyle8888 Hell yeah I bet I'll see you there. What MOS are you going for?
@@ChickentNug 25H wbu?
@@tommyle8888 noice I'm going for 68W and Airborne
@@ChickentNug fuck yeah I’ll see you there man!
do they drug test at reception?
Yes
Y’all fresh meat + new age soldiers
Reception use to be HELL. They wasn’t letting mfs sleep for 2 days. Was way worse than basic
You do not have your phone all the time 😂
2-13th b-co just graduated tdy🪖
🫡🔥⚔️ thank y’all