Any SWCC dads around? and general dumb question

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Permalink Reply by Jeff on November 10, 2011 at 1:33pm

There are no dumb questions.  I forget how long mine stayed at GL, I think it varies on a number of things; generally they go when the classes are about to start.  Best wishes to him.  Re tough competition, I think there are a lot of elite athletes in these groups which kicks it up a notch. 

Permalink Reply by Russell on November 10, 2011 at 2:12pm

My son spent 8 months "waiting" before becoming an official DEPper. It was then another 6 months before starting boot camp, where the SW recruits were in the same division.  The official SEAL/SWCC website has a good overview & short videos of the training , from BUDs Prep at GL to SQT.  The length of time at GL can be affected by several factors, including the recruits fitness. The BUDs Prep phase was started a few years ago, to allow the SW recruits some time to get back in (or into)  "top PT" shape prior to SD.  As noted thruout the various threads here, it is a long, tough road from prep to Trident.  In spite of the "bashing" that the younger generation frequently gets in the media, it is awe-inspiring that there are so many recruits graduating boot camp, and the numbers that are pursuing SW. 

My son really likes the prep - they've got great coaches/mentors/teachers, and are developing the "team" philosophy. 

My hope is they all stay healthy and are able to meet their goals.

 

HooYah!!