Q&A What's Life Like After Royal Marines Training? And Other Questions 

If there is something you can't get to grips with, ask the training staff at the end of the day. They will help, they may even show you how. You won't lose points, you may even gain respect in that you had the courage to ask.

Wet and Dry is gopping, but the yomps on violent entry was the hardest thing I've ever done hands down.

Solid talk mate, thanks for all the tips. Waiting for my application now and pre training is tough but line you said, sacrifice now for reward later. Cheers

This may be a funny question regarding life after training. Now that UK isnt involved in any major conflicts, as a Royal Marine how often would you be out training at sea on any of the 3 ships?

In 1961 I joined the Royal Marines as a junior entry, (before my 17th birthday). For a Junior Marine the duration of the training period was 16th months. I passed the commando course about 4 weeks after my 18th birthday. So, you had to sign on for a minimum of 9 years - there was no other choice. Because of the time spent as a junior my total time served was 10 years - two & a half months. This extra time over the 9 years served as a junior didn't bother me, but unlike now there were no pension rights. If I remember correctly you had to serve a full 22 years to qualify for a pension. Bit of a 'green rub' I think you would agree. I came out in 1971 and I think that full pension rights in the military were introduced in about 1976.

This is a great video what would you say is your number one tip to stay motivated even in the worst times?

Agree with the wet and dry routine. Still fills me with dread

Just wondering your thought on realistic ness off joining the mountain leader specialisation and units in 3 brigade thanks

Having such high adrenaline & endorphins on deployment, how has civvy life been without that? Was it hard to adjust, or are there civvy pursuits/work that provide the same adrenaline?

what personal belongings can you bring in recruit training?

I'm doing a 2 year outdoor adventure course at college and after I've finished I'm going to apply to the marines, ive started going for a run every day and doing pull ups and pushups, is there anything to really focus on that could help in training?

Great video. Could you get thrown out because of hayfever? Or if you suck up the pain and get on with the job would they leave you alone? I am quite good with strength but bad at running, but I'm about to fix that. But do you have any tips for overcoming more specific challenges such as lack of flexibility, fear of heights, not being able to forward role, etc. Running and strength are quite simple to improve, but other weaknesses are harder to pinpoint. Thanks for the video!

I remember early on on training watching lads getting into cold wet gear , thinking how awful that would be. Then before you know it it’s your turn

Great vid mate. Just a question about the lifestyle after training. As you said you've been on deployments to Afghan and Norway. Currently with the UK not being involved in any major conflicts now, such as in Afghanistan. How often would you be deployed and for how long?

Doing a lot of training at the moment I’m 17 and planning to finish after my btec so that I have time to train more. May buy your plan.

Would you say 28 is too old to apply? Would you say I would have a big disadvantage compared to the younger lads

So how much sleep does a royal marine get a night ?

After training you can go on a trade training eg Driver. Signals, Mechanic et al

Do u do the 4 weeks and then that goes straight into the 32 weeks

Would you suggest a personal trainer for people who have less gym experience or workout experience?

What does SF mean when you're talking about the branches? Sorry if it's obvious. great video man

Hey, You made a comment about the amount of information you are fed during training. How did you manage that? Any thoughts on what recruits can do in order to retain and keep the information in your head? Thank you.

8:52 i love that 😂

Passed medical next step is the virtual PJFT. Any tips for press ups it’s my absolute weak point, cheers.

I'm 16 I've passed my medical and got a circuit on a zoom call with a marine on the 6th July do you know what's going on with the prmc at the moment

Also, any advice for the interview, I've just registered my interest in joining the marines, and I believe I'll make it to the interview, but I was wondering if you had any advice for me?

I’m almost 17 and I’m fit would u recommend me to just try and go for it my mind is the strongest thing about me if I don’t pass I’ll come home then straight away apply for the army would you recommend me doing this

He thought the longevity was hard at 8 months, now they've added an extra 4 weeks🤣 but great video

Quality video, I’m 16 wanting to join the marines but too light at the minute.

Almost went pro footballer absolute classic, fair play though

What shorts did you have?

Hi why did you leave the marines if its that good,

08:37 LMAO

If you call an assistant adjutant a knobber, you may receive 28 days in prison (dq). Their is a dark side to barrack life as well so stay in close contact with family and remember you still have rights and protect yourself.

Surly the entry requirements for females must be much lower, I can’t ever imagine a female being able to do what you guys had to do to pass.

I know it's what every 12 year old says because they see the SAS in MW2 for the first time and say they want to be in the SAS but, I have invested a lot of time researching about the role of SF and I know it's not about rapelling through windows 24/7. I've wanted to do it as an end goal for a long time, SRR preferably, and now I am finishing my A levels next year and plan to get into Royal Marines Officer training course by 20/21 and progress my career until around 30 when I plan to leave. However, would anyone be able to offer advice or information on what you can do to push towards that career path and actually get chosen for selection as Sam highlighted you can become a bit of a Robot and I don't want to end up not at least trying for SF and 30 is round the corner. Thanks in advance.

Who trains the recruits

But like Ann Frank, slightly more interesting 😂😂😂😂

I did all that on one leg 😂😂😂😂Blood 709