Future SEAL and SWCC endure intense physical training for nine weeks to prepare them for their ‘A’ school in San Diego, California.
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BUD/S – DAY ONE INSPECTION
Navy SEAL candidates arrive in San Diego, California and are introduced to the Naval Special Warfare Center, their instructors and a new way of life.
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NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE ORIENTATION
SEAL and SWCC candidates learn the Obstacle Course, lifestyle, and other aspects of NSW before beginning BUD/S training or Basic Crewman Training.
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BUD/S 1ST PHASE – DAY ONE
Navy SEAL candidates get their first big test. A test to determine who has the 'right stuff' to become a U.S. Navy SEAL.
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BUD/S 1ST PHASE – HELL WEEK
Navy SEAL candidates face their ultimate test so far – the infamous Hell Week. Five days of non-stop physical training, cold water, and lots and lots of sand.
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BUD/S 1ST PHASE – SURF PASSAGE
Navy SEAL candidates brave the cold Pacific Ocean. Teamwork and resolve prove ‘It pays to be a winner.’
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BUD/S – 2ND PHASE
Watch as SEAL candidates become basic combat swimmers and learn open and closed-circuit diving.
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BUD/S – 3RD PHASE
Third phase teaches basic weapons, demolitions, land navigation, patrolling, rappelling, marksmanship and small-unit tactics.
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BUD/S 3RD PHASE – SAN CLEMENTE ISLAND
The final 3.5 weeks of land warfare training is held on San Clemente Island, California.The class will practice the skills they learned in Third Phase.
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BUD/S TRAINING – CLASS 224
Navy SEAL BUD/S candidates from Class 224 find out how tough it is to earn a SEAL Trident pin.
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