How to Prepare for Infantry School 

Very good points!

I graduated from Bravo 2/54 in March 97. Thank you Combat Monkey11B. I went on to Airborne, RIP, and the 101st. Let's fucking go! You will be okay, this is just a temporary suck, don't give up, help everyone.

@@michaelsizemore1398 A 2/54 :)

@@michaelsizemore1398 how did RIP go for you? The video I am working on right now is about becoming a part of the 75th Ranger Regiment...did you ever get to the Regiment or did something happen at RIP? It is now called RASP, which I assume you know lol

Check out my video about Ranger School if you haven't already! Best of luck!

fuck yeah you got this brother

I went into the Infantry with the Ranger program, and I had no idea what was going to happen. Flutter kicks! Swim in the Pool after muscle failure with all equipment on in deep water for 5 minutes.

you nailed it fam!

in the OSUT u have ur phone bro?

@@edejesus_ Unfortunately you will have your phone locked up, but it ultimately depends on your Drills for when you get it, and for how long. Good luck out there!

If you weigh 170 pounds maybe but I weigh 330 pounds I lost 25+ pounds in the last month I do 200 pushups every other day and I do 200 sit-ups every other day and I run up hill at 7 miles per hour but I can't run to far but I'm workin on it but they don't want me I want to serve about 5 years active and maybe guard after but who knows they don't want me

​​@@Johnson-31.franklin Just lose the rest of the weight and you'll be good. They can't accept you at 330. I'm working on losing a lot of weight too. Just gotta keep up the grind until you hit the numbers they need.

Don't loose the wait on ur on talk to the recruiter they will send u to a camp to help then send u straight to basic ​@@Johnson-31.franklin

Bro I’m in the process of leaving in about a month or two I haven’t made it to meps yet. This comment literally gives me positivity that even though I cannot run that when I get there I will be able to push myself and grind it out. I’m nervous beyond words and that’s why I haven’t gone yet. I appreciate the insight!

​@Johnson-31.franklin I started at 280 with a 15 minute mile time and after 6 months I'm down to 207 and running 9/30 pace. Leave august 13th, it's all about repetitive training. You got this👍

maybe you are built different 💪and it's easy for you but not for everyone else lol I could only do like 13 push ups when I got to Infantry School so it took me awhile to get up to speed on that...running came easy though as I played soccer my whole life

@@SFCBEITZ should’ve added more context, basic will be very difficult and it is HIGHLY ADVISED to work out before you go, but people shouldn’t be scared and should try their best no matter what. I went in super out of shape and luckily the nco’s helped me out in that regard. I just wanted to kind of let people know that they shouldn’t worry too much.

I still barely pass the run on the acft lol

@@kentcarruth7724 I got the vibe that is what you meant but I am glad you clarified for everyone who reads the comments! I completely agree though that a lot of people get overly worked up and stressed about shipping to training and they don't need to...especially if they did some prep prior to attending. It's the fear of the unknown though. The Drill Sergeants are there to help you pass as long as you give your best effort. Best luck to you in completing the second half of Infantry School! Hit me up when you complete training with a follow up on how the remainder of your time at Fort Moore went!

@@SFCBEITZ Thank you! Will do.

I am glad you found it useful and hopefully you subscribed! If you have any questions on your journey, let me know! Wishing you the best!

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Oh wow, this video came out just in time for you lol Best of luck! Infantry School is what you make of it

Good luck future brother don’t quit just keep driving. And it will always be Ft. Benning lol jk jk I know it’s Moore now just hard to think of it that way since I’ve been out

Have you completed Infantry School yet?

Lol same boat here brother

@@physicalchopper4407 best of luck!

That’s what’s up! I love following peoples careers who are subscribers so stick around and stay in touch! Also, if you need assistance along the way, just holler.

I’m coming in soon 11b just drawn to it I looked at others and that’s all I see myself doing I turn in my paperwork tmrw can’t wait I’m ready

🙏🏼 thanks Mom

@@1stinfantryproductions thank you, that means a lot! Working on another video right now 💪🏼

Thank you truly I'm only 13 and want to go to ROTC for the Army when I'm old enough

@@1stinfantryproductions I watched and liked one of your videos (the grooming standard video)! It's cool that you are so young with such an interest in the military! JROTC will be a perfect start for you! As a Recruiter I would visit my high school JROTC's often and I had a college with an ROTC as well. I will tell you that anybody that I enlisted who had ROTC experience excelled quicker than a person without that experience. Also, 4 years JROTC will allow you to enlist at a higher rank when you do the Army!

@@SFCBEITZ Thank you so much again you are very kind and helpful

That's what's up! So, did you go to MEPS today or did you mean that you would officially choose your MOS today with your Recruiter?

lol I could barely do 13 when I got to Infantry School...now, even though I am retired, I can do 100 without stopping because of that muscle memory from so many years of push ups lol and I still workout

I wish I found your channel earlier

Facts

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If you have any questions or concerns before you ship, let me know! Best of luck!

How's it going at training? do they allow you guys to use your phone at all?

I would agree with this but one thing that needs to be addressed is your specific command dictates how your experience goes and the soldiers in your unit can make this experience better or worse depending upon a variety of factors. What I mean is: one platoon might have it very rough, soldiers being recycled, counseled, receive Article 15's, etc. Another platoon might have it easy breezy, they receive a lot of down time, they make several trips to the PX, they get more time for chow, etc. The Army is always experimenting and looking for ways to have a higher success rate with soldiers graduating Infantry School. Should they be harder on the soldiers, should they be easier, should they get less down time, should they get more down time, etc. I could give endless examples. I say all that to say, everyone's experience is different. Regulations, policies, and procedures change, leadership/Drill Sergeants change, training sites change...so your ability to adapt and overcome is very important.

Thanks brother 🙏🏼

One big difference is 11B trains long range and close combat…19D keeps their distance. I assume you’re going active duty? If you were going Guard they can guarantee that you’re an 11B but yeah, active they can make you an 11C and I wouldn’t be too excited about that either. I didn’t even know that was a thing when I joined lol but when I was at Infantry School and they started telling us our duty stations, I heard a couple people get told they’d be 11C’s…but I’d say maybe only 2 soldiers out of 40 something

anytime!

I'm trying to join as a junior to 11b illinois also waiting on waiver

@@unhoney5856 good luck

do they let you guys use your cell phones at all?

@SFCBEITZ just came back last week 198th infantry brigade A Co 2-58 yes they give you your phone once a week after our 3rd week I think. They will take time though.

lol I guess that's some pretty solid advice

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🙏🏼 appreciate that!

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I hate saying this because I say it a lot, however, it is the absolute truth; every command in the Army does things differently so it'll depend upon the command. One unit might give several Iron Soldier awards if several soldiers max the ACFT, but another unit might say, well, soldiers 1, 2 and 3 all maxed the ACFT so let's look at weapons qualifications to narrow this down...and whoever shot the best combined with their maxed PT score will be who is selected for the Iron Soldier. That's one example I could give out of many.

@@SFCBEITZ thanks for the insight

@@sx99cornell anytime! That was a great question, if you have more, just send them!

lol I understand...I've mentioned this several times in the past but we had a 42 year old in our Infantry platoon at Infantry School and he did just fine! What is so crazy is, I am not even 42 years old yet, and I've already completed my whole career and retired lol but with that being said, being 33 and 30, you guys should do just fine! As far as running shoes, I would suggest going to an actual running shoe store that measures the length and width of your feet, and assists you in finding a custom pair...however, that might be out of your price range. For me personal, I've always stuck with Nike Pegasus shoes for running, they just feet my feet the best, they're comfortable, sporty, they're lightweight with good soles and traction. However, other brands I recommend for running are Brooks, Asics, Hoka, and Saucony.

@@SFCBEITZ thank you!

Nice! In the mean time keep doing your research on the Army, stay out of legal trouble, and make sure you are passing your classes! You won't be able to join if you rack up a bunch of issues with the law and are not passing in school.

@@SFCBEITZ ok I’ll do that 👍

I have a video specifically on Airborne School, check it out!

I arrived at Airborne School via a cattle truck from Sand Hill. Surprisingly, the Black Hats didn’t target us; instead, they went after the Officers, Navy SEALs, Marines, and other “jabronies.” Honestly, I didn’t mind the physical demands-no matter how much they made us run-because we had access to doughnuts, coffee, and even soda at the chow hall. Plus, we got night and weekend liberties, which made the experience a bit more manageable. In Airborne School, you’ll run everywhere, and always in boots. I almost got recycled during the first week because I had never practiced a parachute landing fall (PLF). But thankfully, I improved fast, which was a huge relief. By the second week, we were suspended in the air and dropped to the ground to be graded on our landings. The jump towers weren’t open, so our first jump ended up being straight from a C-130. Airborne School is tough, but if you listen to instructions, have heart, and really want it, you can make it through in just three weeks.

I was Alpha 1/19 2003 and went to Korea then deployed to Iraq in 2004.

you went to Iraq when it was wild...I went February 2005...but yeah, being a soccer player helped me a ton

@@EIPepe305 that's what's up

@SFCBEITZ yeah even went to fallujah Nov of 04.... dude there's really no explaining how it was so I ain't gonna even try

@@SFCBEITZ and you're right no news is good news. That's what I told my mom while I was in Iraq. That door swings both ways

That's an excellent question, and I think is smart of you to ask. First off I would say to make sure you are in really good shape when you leave for Infantry School. I am sure there will be some male doubters...but they cannot say much if you are killing it in the physical fitness department and staying up with everyone during platoon runs and road marches. When I was in the Infantry we did not have females. My concerns at that time would have been: can they pull their own weight because equipment is heavy and it's a very physically demanding job. You'll need to be able to deal with a lot of potty mouths lol when a bunch of guys get together what is said can get dirty, quick...it's typically all in fun, but still...and if you start diming them out for things you hear, no one will want to say anything around you and you could end up isolated on your own quickly...everything will be magnified on you, until you prove yourself in several categories. You will need to have thick skin...Infantry is not the best MOS when it comes to keeping your body clean. I took a lot of "baths" using baby wipes lol but if you start complaining about things like this you will get frowned upon. If the guys complain about it, it won't be a big deal, if a female does, it will be a big deal...so I can see a double standard. I think the most difficult thing for a female will be that you'll have to prove yourself at Infantry School and fit in with your peers...and then when you get to your actual unit, it'll be the same thing. The best way to fit in will be to maintain the same level of physical fitness, not complain, not expect any freebees or anything given to you because you are a female, and just earn the respect of the people within your unit. I know some things I just mentioned might seem harsh, but I am just trying to keep it real. I can see there being an unspoken double standard for females. Now, on the positive side, if you do keep up with the guys physically and pull your own weight, I can see you getting a level of respect that most guys won't ever get. You may even get shielded and taken care of better than most. If you decide to do it, I'd love to hear from you along your journey! Best of luck and make sure you know "why the sky is blue" lol it's an Infantry thing

@@SFCBEITZ because god loves the infantry lol!! Thanks you I appreciate your comment, I did great in basic, better than makes in my platoon and my DS encouraged me to change MOS to infantry so it’s been in my mind!

You will be happy with your decision. I enlisted more Prior Service Marines into the Guard than I did from any other branch. I think a big part of the reason is because I enlisted a Marine, he told his boys that he was liking the Guard, then they started enlisting, then they started telling their Battles about the Guard, and it was a domino effect. You will get treated with a lot of respect and your prior service will be looked highly upon, will help you get promoted quicker, etc.

If you are going regular Army opposed to the National Guard, you will be happy with that decision as well. As an Infantryman with the Regular Army, we had 4 prior service Marines in my platoon and they were very successful and received a lot of respect as well.

@@AlexanderWinterborn-r6p can you copy and paste this comment onto the video so that I can pin it and more people can see it? Since it is commented in response to another comment I cannot pin it to the top of all comments. Great comment, good info, and impressive resume!

you will go to Infantry School as "prior service" unless you are coming from Marines Infantry or Air Forces Security Forces, then you'll go to a short refresher course...

@@SFCBEITZ thank you. Think that’s what I’m gonna do once my time with the marines is up.

I need a little more context. Are you a split option who has completed BCT and willing be going to AIT this summer? I would say it's highly unlikely to change your MOS if you are in this situation...however, you can in the future. Having multiple MOS's in the military is one of the best things you can do for your career. You make yourself a more valuable skilled soldier, it helps you with promotion points and promotions, and it'll help you after the Army being multiskilled. Watch this video I made about changing your MOS. Can I change my MOS? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uceVFqjYo0g.htmlsi=TpNrAZSrEQC28CXW

@@SFCBEITZ I completed basic training already and waiting for Ait, however thru my observation I think 11x would be more meaningful and more real. I'm sure you see where I'm going.

@@AncientEL07 when are you scheduled to ship to AIT? Like I said in my last comment, worst case you can knock out your scheduled AIT and then change your MOS to 11 series in the future. I am qualified in 5 MOS's. Having multiple MOS's helped me fly through the ranks...so knocking out your current MOS and then going 11B will be very beneficial.

30th AG for the W!

I just chose Alaska. I’m 11b

@@ethanrosejr4245 Sweet, tell me how it goes!! Did your recruiter say anything about choosing Alaska?

@@Valkyrie11bnoo it was Alaska or fort drum. And will do thanks ! Is there anything specific I should know about Alaska ?

They put you where they need you brotha. Get a shorter contract so you can choose your next duty station when you go to reenlist

I made a video on this topic some years ago but it's still very relevant. Below I will link the video. In short, yes, you will be able to change your MOS at some point in the future, but, the Army will want you to be a 92A for awhile before they allow you to change your MOS. They just spent like $100,000 or so to get you proficient in a certain skillset and they want to get their money's worth out of you before they allow you to do something different. On a positive note, having multiple MOS's will be very valuable as your career progresses. So, that 92A MOS will be highly looked upon once you become a 11B... Can I change my MOS? (video link) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uceVFqjYo0g.htmlsi=QrU3MRQWmslwQhjk

you'll definitely get top secret clearance if you become a green beret

Smart man, get that retirement. Push to get Ranger School and then on to SFAS or the Regiment. Lets goo!

yeah I would say it's built up in training...just make sure you are physically fit prior to shipping, it'll make your life much easier

it will depend upon your command...we had to stay bald but I did see another company allow high and tights toward the end of OSUT

But all being said I know I never met u but u got the chord so much love to u brother

@davidwillis8112 likewise bro!

You can’t. Get a ged

Correct, everyone must go through Infantry School to be an Infantryman!

@@SFCBEITZ Ah alright then, what about Infantry Officers?

Regardless of the MOS or enlisted/officer, everyone has to go through various training to learn the fundamentals of being a soldier and their job.

@@SFCBEITZ Oh okay : ) because I want to be an Infantry officer

@@TopHat_Drago Nice! are you in or plan on attending college ROTC?

I need you to rephrase that, not 100% sure what you were asking and I don't want to give you an incorrect answer

You get threw options. However, that does not mean you will get them. It depends on what the current need of the Army is.

^ What he said. They only guarantee you things in your contract. You just have to get lucky on where you go.

One more week at Infantry School or one more week before you head there?!?

Fr on my understanding none, unless you want to go SOF(Green berets and/or Rangers)

@@kevinurielfonseca How about during your entire 4 years as an infantryman?

@@BostonsF1nest I don't think so, besides Infantry guys don't get rotated as often as the SOF Soldiers do. They're the ones who do the heavy stuff and shit you see in movies. Most of the time as a 11B you will be doing drills and from time to time you will be rotate but no as often. That's just what I know from some of my coworkers who used to be 11B prior to moving Reserves

​@@kevinurielfonseca question: how big are infantry men? Are they large and athletic with large shoulder's and triceps?

No, as a former 11B, infantry is comprised of all shapes and sizes. Most guys are fit. In the Infantry we push everyone to get swole.​@@Interactionismhmslaw

Fam, go look up saturated fights right now. You want very limited saturated fats in your diet.

@@SFCBEITZ Our species has survived and thrived off of saturated fats like those found in red meat and eggs for thousands of years. They are an integral part of our diets. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) as found in seed oils (vegetable oil, canola oil, etc.) are extremely unhealthy and are prevalent in fast food. Our bodies need salt, protein, and healthy fats in order to operate at an optimal level. Saying saturated fats are unhealthy because McDonald’s is throws the baby out with the bath water.

haha that was my expertise

Eat whiskey drink bacon!

What makes you say that?