To join the Navy SEALs, you must meet the basic requirements and follow a challenging recruitment process. Here are the steps to become a Navy SEAL:
Basic Requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be between the ages of 17 and 28 (with some waivers available for older candidates)
- Pass a physical examination
- Meet the physical screening test (PST) requirements:
- 500-yard swim in 12 minutes and 30 seconds or less
- 42 push-ups in 2 minutes or less
- 50 sit-ups in 2 minutes or less
- 1.5-mile run in 10 minutes and 30 seconds or less
Step 1: Meet the Initial Requirements
- Ensure you meet the basic requirements and are physically fit
- Create an account on the Navy's enlistment website and take the online practice PST
Step 2: Enlist in the Navy
- Visit a Navy recruiter and enlist in the Navy
- Take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test
- Enlist with a contract guaranteeing you a shot at Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training
Step 3: Complete Boot Camp
- Attend Basic Training (Boot Camp) in Great Lakes, Illinois
- Complete the 8-week boot camp program
Step 4: Apply for BUD/S Training
- Volunteer for BUD/S training
- Pass the physical screening test (PST) again
- Complete the Dive Phase of BUD/S training
Step 5: Complete Advanced Training
- Complete Advanced Training, including:
- Basic Airborne Training
- Advanced Close Quarters Combat (CQC) Training
- Advanced Sniper Training
- Advanced First Aid Training
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Training
Step 6: Earn the Navy SEAL Trident Pin
- Complete all training phases and earn the coveted Navy SEAL Trident Pin
- Become a qualified Navy SEAL and begin your career as an elite special operator
Recommended Resources:
- "Navy SEAL Training: The Complete Guide" by Don Mann and Marcus Brotherton (book)
- "Navy SEAL Fitness" by Stewart Smith (fitness program)
- "SEAL Team Six: The Raid on Osama bin Laden" by Howard E. Wasdin and Stephen Templin (book)
Remember, becoming a Navy SEAL requires dedication, hard work, and perseverance. It is essential to stay focused, motivated, and physically prepared throughout the recruitment process.
