Going to Coast Guard Boot Camp as a FEMALE

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  • Опубліковано 16 жов 2024
  • Going to Coast Guard basic training as a female and want to know how you can prepare? I interview my friend IT3 HelenAngel Calhoun where she explains what her experience was like going to Coast Guard boot camp.
    HelenAngel's instagram / hectorhahaha
    RESOURCES:
    Step 1.
    Contact a USCG Recruiter
    ⚓bit.ly/uscgref...
    Step 2.
    Get The Coast Guard Boot Camp Survival Guide on Amazon
    ⚓amzn.to/2LjxRoy
    Step 3.
    Join the Coast Guard Boot Camp Preppers Facebook Group
    ⚓bit.ly/39ILjsU
    Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

КОМЕНТАРІ • 92

  • @virtuouskey2892
    @virtuouskey2892 5 років тому +128

    Her not being able to say Black/African American/African or describing her hair as kinky was so cringe.

    • @saloneminence1638
      @saloneminence1638 5 років тому +20

      I thought the same thing lol

    • @moorelifemoorelove354
      @moorelifemoorelove354 5 років тому +18

      Agreed! It made me uncomfortable for her

    • @champaynemarte9011
      @champaynemarte9011 2 роки тому +7

      Girl So cringy.. I’m like “why isn’t she saying “African American hair” 🥴

    • @beyoncemoen6276
      @beyoncemoen6276 5 місяців тому

      That and the dudes phrasing felt so forced 😂

    • @kawaiisrs07
      @kawaiisrs07 2 місяці тому

      I think she was include other kinky types. you definitely see the issues with other times to and not solely 4c/blk hair

  • @0rca_girl929
    @0rca_girl929 2 роки тому +4

    I go to basic soon and I’m so excited! Listening to this and reading the Bootcamp Survival Guide are so helpful! Thank you sir and ma’am

  • @saloneminence1638
    @saloneminence1638 5 років тому +58

    By me being an African American woman, its weird seeing that she couldn't describe her race as "African American", "kinky coarse hair" and she couldn't even look him in the face an talk about her ethnicity. #QuiteCringy sis but overall the tips were kinda helpful

    • @daffodilstalkshow672
      @daffodilstalkshow672 3 роки тому

      I believe because as my grandmother used to say today people run it in ground. Sis I am chocolate 🍫 it is stupid and silly as a Black lady to keep shoving your complexion down a human's throat today. They know you Black ⚫ duh 🙄 it just looks stupid ' to me to keep telling someone I'm Black i have nappy hair ' 🤔 ❓

    • @thepjgirl
      @thepjgirl 2 роки тому +1

      @@daffodilstalkshow672 Being black does not equal nappy nor does it have anything to do with complexion. Black people are of all different complexions. And her saying AA or black isn't shoving it down anyone's throat🙄

  • @Beenween
    @Beenween 5 років тому +45

    she's so pretty!!

  • @Marina-zs2vr
    @Marina-zs2vr 6 років тому +10

    Great video! Really helpful getting her perspective.

  • @marklind6926
    @marklind6926 4 роки тому +11

    HelenAngel is an amazing role model. I love how you learned how to fit into the mold both ethnically and gender-wise. I also like how you took advantage of the training offered before you enlisted. Glad you made it through the gauntlet with the sleep deprivation, psychological stressing, etc. Those are the hardest pieces and probably the most germane to combat experience.
    You still look like a princess, though. Back in the day, princesses were trained with the sword as soon as they could lift one.
    We've really drifted.

    • @jaloriavance4636
      @jaloriavance4636 3 роки тому

      Id personally say lifted, drifting seems to insinuate some aimless or pointless change in course, but I love and agree with the rest of what you said. Im very sad there arent more options for your beautiful naturally kinky hair sis, but love how adaptive and strong and honest you are.

  • @faithlangdon4653
    @faithlangdon4653 3 роки тому +6

    Really got the most awkward girl for this. My recruiter told me to do things like get a Pap smear before or else they do it there.

  • @trains5.9
    @trains5.9 5 років тому +15

    I was on a ship with her! Small world!

  • @sgibson8413
    @sgibson8413 3 роки тому +13

    I was originally planning to join the marines but I’m starting to fully consider Coast Guard. I want to be a AST and I know you have to be a E5 to be a CoastGuard Diver, but if I’m given the chance I would love to do all of that.

    • @Saunteringvaguely.downwards
      @Saunteringvaguely.downwards Рік тому +1

      I am this way except I wanted to do airforce. What put me off first was the shitty jokes the general public seems to have, it made coast guard seem lazy which is not true at all

  • @bri.a.3099
    @bri.a.3099 5 років тому +16

    Only 14 but can't wait to join

  • @hoewell8070
    @hoewell8070 3 роки тому +2

    I was in the army but coast guard boot camp looks……. WAY more intense

  • @samanthadiaz5393
    @samanthadiaz5393 4 роки тому +1

    Just graduated High School (18) I'm going to be going to my second MEPS appointment soon. I hope that I get a base that has on base housing. I can't wait to serve our country.

  • @tawandaw.7816
    @tawandaw.7816 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for these videos!

  • @LeChefDuppy
    @LeChefDuppy 5 років тому +2

    thanks for all the info hopefully joining soon

  • @rocioh.3866
    @rocioh.3866 Рік тому +5

    Had the opportunity to talk about, period, shaving privates if needed, unibrow, sports bra and underwear. But talked mostly about hair :))
    Would you be able to interview her again, or another female that went through boot camp?

    • @kristinabible7774
      @kristinabible7774 9 місяців тому

      @@dd41283Mind your business. Shaming someone for their own grooming standards is ridiculous.

    • @dd41283
      @dd41283 9 місяців тому

      @@kristinabible7774 I deleted my comment in case it was offensive. That being said, as a former Coastie, the least of our concerns was shaving our privates. There was no time. Showers were hurried. And we didn't even have periods while we were there due to the extreme physical conditions. Unless boot camp is not as difficult as it was in 1988. Also, if someone is that sensitive, basic training may not be for them.

  • @Joshdifferent
    @Joshdifferent 5 років тому

    THanks for the info. Great video!

  • @tokigia4950
    @tokigia4950 5 років тому +4

    hello Julian, I wanted to know anything about co location. My husband is soon going to A school to become a BM and I have been considering the YN rate but I am also looking forward to build a family so maybe you can tell us any information about co location.

  • @stephenramnarine1674
    @stephenramnarine1674 3 роки тому

    will be very exciting.

  • @joshlynthompson1183
    @joshlynthompson1183 5 років тому +3

    What if you have short hair as a female what do yOu do ?

  • @drorose2225
    @drorose2225 Рік тому

    #THANKYOUFORYOURSERVICE

  • @KamiliumAMVs
    @KamiliumAMVs 9 місяців тому +1

    If i hear another person say ethnic hair one more time im going to flip out

  • @MrsCyImsofly
    @MrsCyImsofly 5 років тому +3

    Eco styling gel!

  • @ahlyissadoubleday1056
    @ahlyissadoubleday1056 4 місяці тому

    What if you have short hair and can’t put it in a bun?

  • @putdownanime4237
    @putdownanime4237 5 років тому +4

    COULD females shave and/or shorten their hair?

    • @alexisstaley7283
      @alexisstaley7283 4 роки тому +2

      Put Down Anime yes they can I can’t believe no one answered you

  • @MsBklynqween
    @MsBklynqween 6 місяців тому

    Thanks

  • @mariovvv5639
    @mariovvv5639 2 роки тому

    I am in love 😩😩😩😩

  • @TrishiLiyah
    @TrishiLiyah 5 років тому +30

    Why can't she say African American or black?????

    • @TheMixedkyde
      @TheMixedkyde 4 роки тому +14

      Maybe because she wants to include other curly hair textures cuz not just black people have Afro or curly hair

    • @daniellepeters6271
      @daniellepeters6271 3 роки тому +2

      @@TheMixedkyde white people curly and black people kinky are two completely different textures 😭

    • @isaiahrawlison7211
      @isaiahrawlison7211 Рік тому +5

      Not everybody with curly and wavy hair are black/ African American. Indians, Latinos, Arabs, Polynesians, etc are examples. Expand your horizons, read some books..

    • @jaylatrotter4677
      @jaylatrotter4677 Рік тому

      Seriously. lol

  • @lijaalussh
    @lijaalussh 5 років тому +22

    so cringy when he is talking about her hair and gel lol

  • @Chris-er1yr
    @Chris-er1yr 6 років тому +2

    @military Journeyman can you make a video on the CG Uniforms

    • @Chris-er1yr
      @Chris-er1yr 6 років тому +1

      A how to, the different uniforms you get issued at boot camp and when to wear them.... and do the CC’s tell you what to wear everyday or is there a daily uniform routine that you just know what to wear?

    • @101tatibutterfly
      @101tatibutterfly 4 роки тому +1

      Usually they tell you what you’re wearing. If you’re going to the gym or the galley or whatever it is, you either wear your operational dress uniform or you wear your PF gear. Usually it’s your ODs that you’ll be wearing unless you are told otherwise.

  • @MelHyde
    @MelHyde 4 роки тому

    Cool very informative

  • @JacobLeeLifts
    @JacobLeeLifts 9 місяців тому

    What’s SAR week

  • @Sugarbarbie12
    @Sugarbarbie12 Рік тому

    The DEP program is shorter than the full eight weeks

  • @LeChefDuppy
    @LeChefDuppy 5 років тому +3

    did you get to pick your job before or after bootcamp?

  • @renesanchezz42
    @renesanchezz42 6 років тому +4

    Hey I was thinking about Joining the Coast Guard but I am really bad with cold water is there any advice that you have ? Thank you !

    • @d00ditsjeremy
      @d00ditsjeremy 6 років тому +3

      Julian’s totally right, you’ll do a swim test in boot camp that takes place in an indoor pool. After that, the only outdoor swimming you’ll do will be for training, with a dry suit that keeps you from enduring cold water

    • @kawaiisrs07
      @kawaiisrs07 2 місяці тому

      The water wasnt cold. Youll be fine. especially in warmer months but expect to be comfortable

  • @krystingrant6292
    @krystingrant6292 5 років тому +1

    💕💕💕

  • @jimmyjohnjuan
    @jimmyjohnjuan Рік тому

    You can fix this by shaving every recruits head man or woman. Everyone bald. Lol

  • @goodenough22
    @goodenough22 Рік тому

    Is it safe?? Why do they have to scream at you??!! Not necessary at all to scream. Stress is bad!!!!!!!!!

    • @cameiqing
      @cameiqing 11 місяців тому +2

      They simulate stressful situations to get you ready to serve. It’s loud on cutters and not all situations will be calm. My recruiter told me it’s to make sure we can be loud enough to be heard by others.

  • @TheGenevieveMartinez
    @TheGenevieveMartinez 4 роки тому +3

    Can I shave my head as a female?

  • @SNAi14
    @SNAi14 6 років тому +2

    Hi iwas wondering if you can join the Coast Guard if you can't swim? Also do you get to contact your family often? Or use cellphones? Great Video thanks!

    • @SNAi14
      @SNAi14 6 років тому

      Thank you for the info!

    • @d00ditsjeremy
      @d00ditsjeremy 6 років тому +4

      Just to add on to the swim part, the test is 100 meters I think; and you’ll have the opportunity at boot camp to better your swim skills if you need. I would practice before boot camp but don’t let it stop you from joining, you’ll get it I promise!

    • @SNAi14
      @SNAi14 6 років тому +2

      @@d00ditsjeremy thanks for the comment ! I appreciate it

  • @Mojo_Taco
    @Mojo_Taco 5 років тому +8

    Do they make you sleep in a sports bra? Ya know, so you're ready for fire, fire, fire...

  • @sheikhahamid5301
    @sheikhahamid5301 4 роки тому

    Female Coast guard needs to cut their Hair into boy cut?

    • @keratakach1730
      @keratakach1730 4 роки тому

      No you can put it in a slick bun or have it cut short above I believe your chin most likely would want it out of your eyes

  • @Gracenote35
    @Gracenote35 4 роки тому +3

    Why can’t they say “black”?

    • @S3lf-Preservation
      @S3lf-Preservation 3 роки тому +5

      So annoying, like girl spit it out😩

    • @xckiana
      @xckiana 2 роки тому +2

      she just wanted to be inclusive to all poc, hence “ethnic”

    • @dd41283
      @dd41283 9 місяців тому

      African American lives matter​@@xckiana

  • @fief139
    @fief139 2 місяці тому

    Wish he would stop calling women “females” while hes calling men “guys”

  • @foreverpeace4027
    @foreverpeace4027 2 роки тому

    Yeah she 🔥 Hot .

  • @Edubbplate
    @Edubbplate 5 років тому +2

    Why don't they just shave the girls' hair?

    • @jay2357
      @jay2357 2 роки тому +2

      My guess is a girls hair plays more of a role in a girls identity than it does of a guy. Not saying guys don’t care about their hair because they do. But guys are more known to have shorter hair so it wouldn’t be as big of a identity change vs female hair is long and would take probably close to 5 years or more to grow back to what it once was.

  • @Heavypotsmoker
    @Heavypotsmoker 4 роки тому

    God bless uscg , ive been in since 2006