@sable2100 actually there are 3 active female rescue swimmers in the CG and 1 more may have just graduated from the school recently but not certain. 2 more that are no longer in were female swimmers also
That's my dad about 17 years ago, PO3 Hannah. He is now about to retire from the Coast Guard. He is currently stationed at HITRON in Jacksonville Florida.
Awesome! Was he still doing rescue in HITRON? I'd read that HITRON was mostly confrontation based, and focused on shooting out engines and boarding. Also, what do senior enlisted AST's do?
This inspires me quite a lot. I'm leaving for USCG basic in a month and I'm very pumped watching videos like this on this channel, this is what I want to do with my life. I don't care how hard it is to make it, I'm up for it, and I'm going to make it! If I can win two 5A swimming state championships, I can do this. Hope to see you other prospects there!
Just to remind everyone...The Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer program was patterned after the Navy's. In fact, they went thru Navy training until they stood up their own schoolhoouse
Trust me I know, a lot of my training (especially as a long distance specialist in my competitive swimming career) involved swimming for thousands of yards at a time, and I have a lot of experience in swimming in tough currents and rough waters through my SCUBA training for certification (of which I still actively use :D). I'm definitely nervous as this is my most ambitious goal I've ever made for myself, but I'm definitely confident that my past will help me and that I can make it.
The Coast Guard and Navy Rescuse schools use the same principals and tasks... After-all the USCG Rescue school was mirrored after the Navy's. I leave for the USCG in a month and will try my hardest to be a USCG AST. Whichever rescue school you get in to.. It's a great honor and accomplishment to say you're a part of the program.
Im going into Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmer. As for as the ASVAB goes, im not sure what line score, but they say at least a 60 on the AFQT is necessary to join, so you should probably score pretty high. But as far as the Navy program goes there is no waiting list because theres a high demand for AIRRs. They say as long as you meet minimum PT scores they should grab you for the job, unlike Navy SEALs (who have to go above and beyond the minimum).
I am a high schooler in NJROTC and we do a lot of running, push ups, and sit ups. I am also on the swim team as well, i took first in the 500 yard freestyle. I can't wait to be a rescue swimmer. "SO OTHERS MAY LIVE"
Won't matter as EMT is not done until after AST school. You all go ahead and take all the junk you want, there have been over 5,000 that have tried to be rescue swimmers and when my son graduated 2 1/2 years ago he was number 348. If you really want to see if your fit enough to even try this school then first take the Red Cross' Ocean Life Guard Course. It is a rewarding job, but comes with a serious responsibility. Someone's life.
I have deep respect for the CG rescue swimmers, out of 30,000 staff and members the CG has only 300 of which have the job of being a rescue swimmer. The coast guard is the toughest branch to become a part of, for any of those who wish to become one i have to say just be dedicated, and strong physically, emotionally, and mentally.
WTF is with all the negative votes, its not like you`re being disrespectful towards the Coast Guard`s Rescue Swimmers you are just make a 100% true statement. lol I`m with you bro.
hey guys in just wondering can i join rescue swimming immediately or do i have to finish basic training first?? then after that..is there a particular score that u need to score in ASVAB test?
I have been wanting to join the Coast Guard since I was 7. And I would want to take advice from people who can spell. Zak Graunke, you don't spell special like, "speacial"lol.
Good!! If I reborn I would like to do it in the USA, take for sure I apply for rescue swimmer... I really wish to be a rescue swimmer , Im fast at swimming and Im strong for a woman... but 1 Im not a USA citizen and 2 my age...
hey im, a sophomore in highschool and i have been interested in becoming a Rescue Swimmer/AST for the United States Coast Guard and i was wondering if anybody can provide information about becoming one? because i have looked everywhere and cannot find anything. please any help would be great
+Stefan Honaker Yes you do. Every enlisted member goes through basic. I don't know the answers to more in depth questions as I am not in the Coast Guard yet, but I am enlisting after college so I'll do my best to answer any other questions you have.
To answer Zachary's question, only enlisted personnel become rescue swimmers. Officers aren't expected to do anything so dangerous. In fact, CG aviator officers don't really do much of anything that resembles work, except fly the aircraft and push paper. Officers aren't all that bright either.. I was a CG helo rescue aircrewman in the '70s... once flew with a pilot (a Commander) who placed his navigation dividers on the shelf over the instrument panel in the helo. The helo hit some turbulence, causing the dividers to jump off the dash and stab him in the balls. True story. He ended up being the rescue of the day. Come to think of it, officers ARE dangerous... to themselves! :)
"You dont need fancy to get in good shape" I like that
@sable2100 actually there are 3 active female rescue swimmers in the CG and 1 more may have just graduated from the school recently but not certain. 2 more that are no longer in were female swimmers also
is it possible for girls to do this?
+Rachel Bruns Yes! And I am glad, because I want to join as soon as I am old enough! Hope this helps. :-)
Rachel Bruns yup! And the physical requirements are akin to SEALS so it is VERY difficult
Errhka this isn’t even minutely close to BUD/S
@kampfschwimmer just be a rescue swimmer in spain or germany
1:13 to 1:24 - guy on the fucking right - THOSE ARENT FUCKING PUSH UPS SOLDIER! That was a sad fucking attempt my man.
Yes, there are female Rescue Swimmers.
thecoastguardchannel really 👀
That's my dad about 17 years ago, PO3 Hannah. He is now about to retire from the Coast Guard. He is currently stationed at HITRON in Jacksonville Florida.
Awesome! Was he still doing rescue in HITRON? I'd read that HITRON was mostly confrontation based, and focused on shooting out engines and boarding. Also, what do senior enlisted AST's do?
Nice he got Florida
This inspires me quite a lot. I'm leaving for USCG basic in a month and I'm very pumped watching videos like this on this channel, this is what I want to do with my life.
I don't care how hard it is to make it, I'm up for it, and I'm going to make it! If I can win two 5A swimming state championships, I can do this. Hope to see you other prospects there!
Just to remind everyone...The Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer program was patterned after the Navy's. In fact, they went thru Navy training until they stood up their own schoolhoouse
Only enlisted can be rescue swimmers. And there is a 2 year wait once you are in the Coast Guard.
Trust me I know, a lot of my training (especially as a long distance specialist in my competitive swimming career) involved swimming for thousands of yards at a time, and I have a lot of experience in swimming in tough currents and rough waters through my SCUBA training for certification (of which I still actively use :D).
I'm definitely nervous as this is my most ambitious goal I've ever made for myself, but I'm definitely confident that my past will help me and that I can make it.
Caleb how is the goal coming along?!
@soccrroxmysox If you attend the Academy you will become an Officer. "A" Schools are for enlisted personnel only.
if you wish to get into these speacial programs you should aim to get atleast a 110
The problem here is you're enlisting fruityasses. I can show you 10 surfers who are under age 18 who can put these guys to shame
The Coast Guard and Navy Rescuse schools use the same principals and tasks... After-all the USCG Rescue school was mirrored after the Navy's. I leave for the USCG in a month and will try my hardest to be a USCG AST. Whichever rescue school you get in to.. It's a great honor and accomplishment to say you're a part of the program.
COLE NO WAY I FOUND YOU THROUGH THESE COMMENTS! LOOK AT YOU NOW BUDDY YOU'RE A RESCUE SWIMMER!
@dudewithhawk me too!!! i go to sea cadets. they are like the navy for kids...
Im going into Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmer. As for as the ASVAB goes, im not sure what line score, but they say at least a 60 on the AFQT is necessary to join, so you should probably score pretty high. But as far as the Navy program goes there is no waiting list because theres a high demand for AIRRs. They say as long as you meet minimum PT scores they should grab you for the job, unlike Navy SEALs (who have to go above and beyond the minimum).
I am a high schooler in NJROTC and we do a lot of running, push ups, and sit ups. I am also on the swim team as well, i took first in the 500 yard freestyle. I can't wait to be a rescue swimmer. "SO OTHERS MAY LIVE"
Good luck
It’s been 3 years man…. Did you make it?
I'm seriously considering doing this, where is your closest recruitment center?
How does one become a USCG Helicopter pilot? I've already got a private and am on my check for instrument.
Call the USCG and be directed to the right department who can help you with that question.
You have to be at least a Lt or an Officer first
How many weeks is AST school?
Won't matter as EMT is not done until after AST school. You all go ahead and take all the junk you want, there have been over 5,000 that have tried to be rescue swimmers and when my son graduated 2 1/2 years ago he was number 348. If you really want to see if your fit enough to even try this school then first take the Red Cross' Ocean Life Guard Course. It is a rewarding job, but comes with a serious responsibility. Someone's life.
I have deep respect for the CG rescue swimmers, out of 30,000 staff and members the CG has only 300 of which have the job of being a rescue swimmer. The coast guard is the toughest branch to become a part of, for any of those who wish to become one i have to say just be dedicated, and strong physically, emotionally, and mentally.
*45,000 Sailors.
"strong physically,"
Clearly you didnt fucking see those "push ups" at 1:13
Fuck I can’t wait.
this just motivates me!!
Check out NAVY Rescue Swimmer. Schools a lot tougher and you can make a better career for yourself when you get out.
SAR.
WTF is with all the negative votes, its not like you`re being disrespectful towards the Coast Guard`s Rescue Swimmers you are just make a 100% true statement. lol I`m with you bro.
hey guys in just wondering can i join rescue swimming immediately or do i have to finish basic training first?? then after that..is there a particular score that u need to score in ASVAB test?
Does anybody know if you can have hearing loss and still become a Rescue Swimmer/AST? i wear a hearing aid in my left ear if that helps
You'll need to complete basic training and apply for AST A-school. There's typically a pretty long wait to get in, mind you.
is there a height limit for rescue swimmers im a freshmen in high school and im 6,4 and 190 pounds
@GrenadeGroup actually Coast Guard is cutting back also so 20 years is definitely not a guarantee
I have been wanting to join the Coast Guard since I was 7. And I would want to take advice from people who can spell. Zak Graunke, you don't spell special like, "speacial"lol.
It's not just about speed you need to be able to swim long distances in rough water
Ive only heard of one female rescue swimmer in the history of the coast guard.
2:23 Except that would've been an "aye aye!"
I'm still deciding if I should accept the AIRR contract in in dep rn
what do you do when you are waiting two years? Are you able to wear glasses?
Good!! If I reborn I would like to do it in the USA, take for sure I apply for rescue swimmer... I really wish to be a rescue swimmer , Im fast at swimming and Im strong for a woman... but 1 Im not a USA citizen and 2 my age...
Feeling the same way as you do. Hi from Europe
I would be embarrased to be the guy at 1:20
Anyone know the name of the song at the end?
is this training about the same for navy?
What is the soundtrack at the end of the video?
hey im, a sophomore in highschool and i have been interested in becoming a Rescue Swimmer/AST for the United States Coast Guard and i was wondering if anybody can provide information about becoming one? because i have looked everywhere and cannot find anything. please any help would be great
Dont know if ya still exsist but its been 5 years since you commented...You a rescue swimmer yet?
Sid Tha Sloth I wanna know also. Im also gonna try for it.
It’s been 10 years now did u make it?
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Do you need to go through basic training before A school ???
+Stefan Honaker Yes you do. Every enlisted member goes through basic. I don't know the answers to more in depth questions as I am not in the Coast Guard yet, but I am enlisting after college so I'll do my best to answer any other questions you have.
+Harrison Brace Do you have to get your wisdom tooth pulled??
+Harrison Brace During the beginning when you get shots and stuff
Ask your recruiter
To answer Zachary's question, only enlisted personnel become rescue swimmers. Officers aren't expected to do anything so dangerous. In fact, CG aviator officers don't really do much of anything that resembles work, except fly the aircraft and push paper. Officers aren't all that bright either.. I was a CG helo rescue aircrewman in the '70s... once flew with a pilot (a Commander) who placed his navigation dividers on the shelf over the instrument panel in the helo. The helo hit some turbulence, causing the dividers to jump off the dash and stab him in the balls. True story. He ended up being the rescue of the day. Come to think of it, officers ARE dangerous... to themselves! :)
Cool I hope you make it :)
situps at 4:05 are weak. they should be touching the back of their head to the ground. by the way I would love to be a rescue swimmer.