How to Prepare Your Mind and Body for Military Boot Camp

Introduction You may have had tough workout routines before, but nothing quite compares to military training. The military developed the concept of ‘boot camps‘ to help recruit soldiers and prepare them physically and mentally for combat. It is a highly effective form of training that is still in practice today, but it is not for… Read More

The Evolution of Military Training: From Traditional Boot Camps to Modern Family Dynamics

Introduction The roots of military training can be traced back to the start of organised physical exercise. It goes back to the days of the ancient Greeks where physical exercise was an integral part of a person’s responsibility to maintain good health. Of course, one key motivation was to produce good infantry soldiers who could… Read More

A Brief Overview of the RAF Engineer (Communication-Electronics Phase 2 Course Syllabus

Introduction As part of the Royal Air Force’s (RAF’s) Engineer Officer Foundation Training (EOFT), trainees for roles as cyberspace engineers and information specialists will undertake the 19 week EOFT (Communications Electronics) Course as outlined below. Course Content Exam and Assessment Methods Reference Air Command Secretariat FOI 2023/10241 dated 13 September 2023.

What is the (Belgium) Royal Military Academy?

Introduction The Royal Military Academy (French: École royale militaire, Dutch: Koninklijke Militaire School) is the military university of Belgium. The institution is responsible for the education of the officers of the five components of the Belgian defence forces (Army, Air Force, Cyber, Navy, Medical) and is located in Brussels in a building constructed by the… Read More

What is the École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr?

Introduction The École spéciale militaire de Saint-Cyr (ESM, literally the “Special Military School of Saint-Cyr”) is a French military academy, and is often referred to as Saint-Cyr. It is located in Coëtquidan in Guer, Morbihan, Brittany. Its motto is Ils s’instruisent pour vaincre, literally meaning “They study to vanquish” or, more freely put, “Training for… Read More

How to Create a Military Video Training Session Using a Video Editing Tool

Introduction Video training sessions have become an essential tool in military training programmes. They provide an immersive and interactive learning experience that can be easily replicated and distributed to trainees. In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the process of creating a military video training session using a free online video editor tool.… Read More

What are the Pass Rates and Cost to Train for the UK’s Royal Marines and Parachute Regiment?

Introduction This article briefly outlines the pass rates and cost of training personnel in the UK Armed Forces Royal Marines and Parachute Regiment (known as Elite Forces in the UK vernacular, Special Forces include the SAS/SBS). This article outlines: You can learn more about Royal Marines and Parachute Regiment training @ Notes and caveats on… Read More