Leaving for Navy boot camp soon....?

Question

I am going to be leaving for Navy boot camp in the next month and I was wondering if there were any sailors or ex-Navy out there who could give me some pointers or words of wisdow on what to expect. My recruiter has already told me about learning the eleven general orders, sailor's creed, rank and recognition, ect...But I have also heard that these recruiters have been known to stretch the truth from time to time and not tell the whole story so I was just wondering what else I can do. Just want to be prepared and make the most of it. Any information will be helpful. Thanks.

got in a hurry sorry about the typo.... wisdom *

winemkr.. Sorry if my question offended you. It's not that I don't trust my recruiter, in fact I respect and trust him very much. I was just wanting a few more opinions. I see nothing wrong with this. To everybody else.. I appreciate the kind words and quick responses. I can't wait to be part of the worlds greatest Navy! nick s.. i ship out february 20th.

Answer 1

I have been in the Navy for a little over a year. The biggest thing in boot camp is to listen and don't take anything personnally. Just give 100% and you will be fine. The thing I always told myself is, if all these other people can do it, so can I. There are times it really sucks but other times its not really that bad. Battle Stations is kinda fun. After you complete Battle Stations and get the ball cap, you will feel like you have accomplished something. Knowing your general orders and all of that are important. Just start preparing for the physical exercise. If you have any specific questions, send me a message.

Answer 2

Well I am leaving for bootcamp March 6 and I and you are currently Dep's (Deleyed Entry Program) Your recruiter should of given you a book that has alot of stuff you are describing, creed, pictures of ships and planes , identifiy rank. You study this book so when you get there the first couple of days during Processing week they will give you a test over it so you can advance to E 2 before leaving bootcamp. Only catch is that your recuiter has to sighn off this book (there is a page in the back for him to ask you qustions when you pass he sighns it off) I am studing it and I have a friend who just got out of bootcamp and he said the test was easy. Also the recruiting station should have days you can come in for all dep's ours is first thursday every month to study books and go over saluting and everything needed to pass the book, just ask The only thing with these guys is once they got you, they put you on the back burner unless you make an effort to get help. Good Luck Whats your shipdats?

Answer 3

Learning rank recognition, etc, being able to ALREADY pass the physical fitness test, this is actually very good advice.

They will make you learn these things when you are there- and your brain will be screaming for sleep the entire time. If you ALREADY know these things, it will be one less thing on your mind- you will be glad you know these things while your buddies are struggling.

I suggest also learning jargon common to that branch.

It's a head, not a bathroom...etc.

Don't stand out due to failure to preform.
If you know your stuff and try your best you will be treated better then those who fail to measure up.
You will learn a lot about yourself and about human nature in general. You WILL remember these lessons for the rest of your life. The program is meant to do that, and more for you.

Good luck.

Answer 4

They basically break you down and build you back up to what they want you to be over the time period you are in boot camp.

If your division comes together as a team early on then things will be much easier for all of you.

It gets stressful because you don't get that much sleep and you do miss your family, friends, and your former civilian life .

Don't be surprised if they yell at you as soon as you get off the bus and expect to have your bed and possesions tossed around during inspections.

Overall Navy bootcamp is pretty easy as long as your listen and do what your told and you don't mind doing janitor type work.

Nick S don't be surprised if you don't get promoted to E2. I was supposed to come in as one and it took over a year to get it fixed. The Navy is great about taking money from you when you owe them, but not so great when they owe you.

Answer 5

My husband is in the Navy, and from what I understand, boot camp is nothing insurmountable. I did watch the graduation ceremony....I'm sure you'll hear this towards the end of basic, but don't lock your knees! I saw several sailors pass out during the ceremony.

You'll do fine!

*As my mom (Retired Airforce) likes to say: Recruiters speak with forked tounge :)

Answer 6

He will have to live on base during boot camp and at Class "A" school. When he reaches his permanent assignment after school, you can go to that base or home port area and the two of you can get an off-base apartment. But, there are no financial benefits accruing to him because of the relationship unless you two get married.

Answer 7

I dont really have an answer to your question, but I wanted to tell you that I think what you are doing is awesome. I have family in all branches of the military so I know how tough it can be. Just be strong, do your best always, and stay safe. Good luck!!!

Answer 8

Do what you're told, don't argue or talk back, mind your own business, work within a team, do try to impress anybody, don't be a brown-noser or snitch, don't get overly friendly with anybody, pay attention to your instructors, be ready to be inspected at all times, and never volunteer for anything.

Answer 9

My husband was a Marine and I can't help with your questions but I just wanted to say Thank You for serving our country!!!!

Answer 10

dont take ANYTHING personally. The instructors might all act like you're a piece of crap, but that's their job. Don't ignore them, but dont let all the negative stuff bring you down.