Training to be a Soldier
Whatever role you choose, your journey will start with Basic Training, also called Phase 1 Training.
What is Basic Training?
The 13 week course is delivered by expert instructors, their job is to help you be your best. They will encourage you, motivate you, and teach you the Army's core values and standards.
You’ll learn to be a soldier, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. From living and working in the field to first aid and how to fire a rifle. This is also where you’ll work on fitness and confidence. At the end of your training, you’ll take part in a passing‑out parade, celebrating with your friends and your family watching.
You don’t arrive as a soldier - basic training is where you become one.
Gary
Where will you train?
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Best experienced with headphones
Immerse yourself
Listen to soldiers practicing on the ranges.
Shooting Range
Ready. Aim. Fire.
What’s it like?
Get behind the scenes of training by watching Civilian to Soldier, created by one of the team at the Initial Training Centre, Catterick. The series breaks down the training into week by week blocks, so you can see exactly what to expect when you head off to start your Army career.