I’m currently in recruit training at 17 years old and moving into my second week of commando phase. From my experience as one of the younger lads at ctc, I would definitely recommend that the younger lads should think about joining around the age of 19-23. I feel a lot more disadvantaged to the rest of that lads in my troop due to their life experience, confidence and leadership experience. I struggled a lot through out phase one and found it harder than most older lads did. The Royal Marines isn’t a job, it’s a lifestyle and most younger lads don’t realise that.
Like you said man I have had I quite difficult lifestyle and still struggling in school i in cadets right now and like been on training experience’s whith the l85 but I joining the at marines at 17 as I would not be for for it at 16
My son is 15 and is a PO2nd Class in his Sea Cadet unit. He’s already 6’2”. Should he wait a couple of years to finish his growing? He’s supposed to be around 6’ 6” when he’s done. It’s hard to keep up when your growth spurts are 3” at a time. And recommendations on how to improve his running times?
Interesting video....good points fella!......Did my PRMC at 15.....joined at 16...smashed it....passed out at 16 with original troop....spent 4 months in CDO unit before I hit 17.....spent 10 years in the Corps it was awesome....just saying.......got for it!
When I was 16 wanted to join the paras, I'm from Colchester which is their hometown and one of my teachers spent 6 years in 2 para, anyway he took me up to the merville barracks one day just to talk and get some info about what its like to some of his still serving mates who by this time were mostly senior NCO's as he was in around late 90s early 2000s, when I asked about joining at 16 they all said not too, even the ones who had joined at 16 them selves. For a few main reasons being, at 16 your body may not be ready to be put through the training unlike at 18-20 years old where you are almost fully developed, two getting some more qualifications behind you by doing another 2 years in education is a good idea just in case the worst happens and you cant join for whatever reason you have more options, also good for when you leave. The final main one that they all seemed to agree on is that you are giving up some of your best years of your childhood so enjoy them and think about the military say 2 years later once you have also matured a bit and got a bit more life experience. This is just my experience talking to paras about joining at 16 so yea not the marines but the same still applies I imagine, not saying its the right opinion or anything but someone may find it useful. That being said I'm now 18 in the process of joining the marines after 2 years of college and I feel like I 100% made the right choice as I've had extra time to get my fitness up and just matured as a person more.
This is a great contribution, Adam. Thanks for spending the time to write this, I enjoyed reading it. I found the most interesting point is the provision of your younger golden years. The military isn't going anywhere, it'll always be there. When you join you essentially give your life to the military and they decide the course of your service life. So why not pursue an education, travelling, a hobby, live a little by your terms and then commit your life to the military. I would even suggest joining in your early twenties is preferable?! Considering this comment mate you seem like a mature, switched on individual and perhaps even joining as an officer would be attainable for you. Just a suggestion to explore if you wish. But anyway, good luck with your application pal 👍
I joined at 16 back in 1988, found it harder than the older lads especially in the field only being about 9 stone piss wet through. Passed out as an original with 552 troop on the corps birthday 88. Left as a C/Sgt in 2011, can be done but completely depends on the individual but shouldn’t be put off joining as a turbo sprog, the corps made me what I am today, a proper nails, essence middle aged clunge magnet👊👊
Im 16 about to turn 17 and I’ve signed up but I knew my strength was that of a fit adult and my running wasn’t but I fixed that up and can now run 3miles in 18 min it’s all putting in the effort and hours and learn what your doing and get prepared for it
I think people forget that the Royal Marines won’t disappear in 2 years etc. No need to rush into it, but if you want to of course do that but you are still incredibly young and waiting until you’re a bit older wouldn’t do any harm
I signed up all ready just waiting to turn 16 in couple of months i think im ready as I've been doing boxing for over 7 years and i know what hard work means
I joined as a Junior Marine in 85 and felt like a fish out if water. Had a great career with the Corps and I would do it all again but probably have waited until I was 18-23. There's a lot to be said for getting some life experience and being physically and mentally strong. Each to their own, if you pass out before 18 years old you'll miss out on Operations anyway and sit on rear party until you come of age.
The only thing im concerned about that you didn't bring up is the educational part since you'll be missing out on 2 years of school, still i think its a good idea
@@CompleteCommando thank you for replying but specifically like what type and also just a general guess of how often also what commando were u in like 40,42 etc
If you’re taking care of yourself , physically and you’re in TOP shape, is it too late to join at 30 years old ? I have a plan for a football career in my 20’s but I know for a fact I’m naturally gifted with athleticism so biologically I wouldn’t be 30 years old id be more like 23 in body
Lad you’re thinking too far ahead into the future, if you’re naturally gifted at football and have a chance at pursuing that then 100% do that. Then at around 25-28 if you want to try the marines still then they aren’t going anywhere. But prioritise first, not many people are good enough for a football career
Hi mate i’m 16 years old and passed my vpjft and interview and medical and got my ROP date of 19th july, also go to duke of york’s royal millitary school and dads in the paras so i’m used to being away from home and have been fit my whole life, i’ve been following the training programme provided on their website for 4 weeks before started early and on 5th week now increasing the difficulty by myself but following the programme, any tips for me joining and in training?
@A M my vpjft was not too long ago around a month had mine early march, after you pass for fitness test you’ll get asked by your careers advisor when you want to start i said as soon as i finish school so july 19th was my date, you’ll have your face to face medical after that which is up to one month after your vpjft, good luck mate any other questions i’m happy to help
I’m currently in recruit training at 17 years old and moving into my second week of commando phase. From my experience as one of the younger lads at ctc, I would definitely recommend that the younger lads should think about joining around the age of 19-23. I feel a lot more disadvantaged to the rest of that lads in my troop due to their life experience, confidence and leadership experience. I struggled a lot through out phase one and found it harder than most older lads did. The Royal Marines isn’t a job, it’s a lifestyle and most younger lads don’t realise that.
Thanks for your input mate will really help lads
How’s it going now?
@@nahmate9644 I passed out of training
@@lewisgray7360 your a royal marine now?
Like you said man I have had I quite difficult lifestyle and still struggling in school i in cadets right now and like been on training experience’s whith the l85 but I joining the at marines at 17 as I would not be for for it at 16
Cheers for this, I wanted to join at 16 but decided to wait until 18 because I wasn’t fit enough or mature enough
yea same here bud
Wise mate well done!
My son is 15 and is a PO2nd Class in his Sea Cadet unit. He’s already 6’2”. Should he wait a couple of years to finish his growing? He’s supposed to be around 6’ 6” when he’s done. It’s hard to keep up when your growth spurts are 3” at a time. And recommendations on how to improve his running times?
Interesting video....good points fella!......Did my PRMC at 15.....joined at 16...smashed it....passed out at 16 with original troop....spent 4 months in CDO unit before I hit 17.....spent 10 years in the Corps it was awesome....just saying.......got for it!
Brilliant mate! Thanks for sharing! Good for the lads to read that! 👍
What would you advise on like your age you should leave??
When I was 16 wanted to join the paras, I'm from Colchester which is their hometown and one of my teachers spent 6 years in 2 para, anyway he took me up to the merville barracks one day just to talk and get some info about what its like to some of his still serving mates who by this time were mostly senior NCO's as he was in around late 90s early 2000s, when I asked about joining at 16 they all said not too, even the ones who had joined at 16 them selves. For a few main reasons being, at 16 your body may not be ready to be put through the training unlike at 18-20 years old where you are almost fully developed, two getting some more qualifications behind you by doing another 2 years in education is a good idea just in case the worst happens and you cant join for whatever reason you have more options, also good for when you leave. The final main one that they all seemed to agree on is that you are giving up some of your best years of your childhood so enjoy them and think about the military say 2 years later once you have also matured a bit and got a bit more life experience.
This is just my experience talking to paras about joining at 16 so yea not the marines but the same still applies I imagine, not saying its the right opinion or anything but someone may find it useful. That being said I'm now 18 in the process of joining the marines after 2 years of college and I feel like I 100% made the right choice as I've had extra time to get my fitness up and just matured as a person more.
Great insight mate thanks for your comment!
This is a great contribution, Adam. Thanks for spending the time to write this, I enjoyed reading it. I found the most interesting point is the provision of your younger golden years. The military isn't going anywhere, it'll always be there. When you join you essentially give your life to the military and they decide the course of your service life. So why not pursue an education, travelling, a hobby, live a little by your terms and then commit your life to the military. I would even suggest joining in your early twenties is preferable?!
Considering this comment mate you seem like a mature, switched on individual and perhaps even joining as an officer would be attainable for you. Just a suggestion to explore if you wish. But anyway, good luck with your application pal 👍
Brilliant video. I’ve just started your complete commando programme (at 16) but I’m planning to join at 18.
Fantastic mate! Welcome to the team mate.
I joined at 16 back in 1988, found it harder than the older lads especially in the field only being about 9 stone piss wet through.
Passed out as an original with 552 troop on the corps birthday 88. Left as a C/Sgt in 2011, can be done but completely depends on the individual but shouldn’t be put off joining as a turbo sprog, the corps made me what I am today, a proper nails, essence middle aged clunge magnet👊👊
Haha love that mate thanks for sharing!
Important points 🙌🏻
Thanks mate
Cheers
No probs mate
I’m not mentally ready yet but when I’m 18 I will apply for the Royal Marines my fitness is as good as I could possibly be
Im 16 about to turn 17 and I’ve signed up but I knew my strength was that of a fit adult and my running wasn’t but I fixed that up and can now run 3miles in 18 min it’s all putting in the effort and hours and learn what your doing and get prepared for it
I think people forget that the Royal Marines won’t disappear in 2 years etc. No need to rush into it, but if you want to of course do that but you are still incredibly young and waiting until you’re a bit older wouldn’t do any harm
Why not, thousands have in the past, and have done very well. I was one.
I really wanna join the corps when I 16, but i really not sure where to start interms of getting ready and training.
I signed up all ready just waiting to turn 16 in couple of months i think im ready as I've been doing boxing for over 7 years and i know what hard work means
Good luck bro
I joined as a Junior Marine in 85 and felt like a fish out if water. Had a great career with the Corps and I would do it all again but probably have waited until I was 18-23.
There's a lot to be said for getting some life experience and being physically and mentally strong.
Each to their own, if you pass out before 18 years old you'll miss out on Operations anyway and sit on rear party until you come of age.
I'm gonna do A levels then join
Perfect
The only thing im concerned about that you didn't bring up is the educational part since you'll be missing out on 2 years of school, still i think its a good idea
And those at school will be missing out two years of life experience. It really depends on how you look at it and what your end goals are. 👍
@@CompleteCommando Yeah man my goals are to do the military as a career and try to get in the special forces so its a great idea for me
Did you actually see combat as a Royal Marine and if so how often?
Of course you do. Its the UKs elite fighting force.
@@CompleteCommando thank you for replying but specifically like what type and also just a general guess of how often also what commando were u in like 40,42 etc
Any different thoughts on joining RMR at 16 compared to regulars?
Have to be 18 to join the reserves mate
You have to be 17 and a half but can start the application before that point
@@bendryden6695 it's 16 to start training according to Royal Navy website
No way its too young.
Now I'm in my 30's, it does feel incredibly young.
If you’re taking care of yourself , physically and you’re in TOP shape, is it too late to join at 30 years old ? I have a plan for a football career in my 20’s but I know for a fact I’m naturally gifted with athleticism so biologically I wouldn’t be 30 years old id be more like 23 in body
Lad you’re thinking too far ahead into the future, if you’re naturally gifted at football and have a chance at pursuing that then 100% do that. Then at around 25-28 if you want to try the marines still then they aren’t going anywhere. But prioritise first, not many people are good enough for a football career
No
Hi mate i’m 16 years old and passed my vpjft and interview and medical and got my ROP date of 19th july, also go to duke of york’s royal millitary school and dads in the paras so i’m used to being away from home and have been fit my whole life, i’ve been following the training programme provided on their website for 4 weeks before started early and on 5th week now increasing the difficulty by myself but following the programme, any tips for me joining and in training?
@A M my vpjft was not too long ago around a month had mine early march, after you pass for fitness test you’ll get asked by your careers advisor when you want to start i said as soon as i finish school so july 19th was my date, you’ll have your face to face medical after that which is up to one month after your vpjft, good luck mate any other questions i’m happy to help
@A M hopefully mate good luck to you too
@@billyhendry8451 did you pass training
@@brandonbarlow6586 Nah Haha got to week 10 joining harrogate engineers and do my commando course when i’m older
@@billyhendry8451 how old are you now and how did you find the vpjft
Is there much racism ?
No mate
Cheers
No worries mate