I have already applied and sat aptitude tests (AST) for the RAF Regiment but I have grew a pair of balls recently and decided to go for the marines. I used to be really unfit and thought that it would be impossible to get up to a marine standard of fitness, but after reading the forums on this site and doing a lot of training I have realised that with a bit of determination I will be able get fit enough for the marines. My dad seems to think that I couldn’t hack it (he thinks that you have to be superhuman to pass PRMC). But every time he tries to put me down I seem to get more determined and it makes the green beret seem even more special to me.
I had already applied for the RAF when I started reading about the marines and its almost like I have fell in love lol, when I’ve been out training and I feel like giving up I just say in my head that I’ll never be a marine if I give up now! And its like my body recharges. I have always been a mentally strong person and I think I have the qualities to be a marine.
So my question is: Can I still apply for the marines although I have already applied for the RAF? I’ve tried E-mailing the AFCO but it doesn’t seem to be working and the closest AFCO office is about a 40 minute drive.
Also does anyone have an idea of what I can say to my dad, I'd rather he helped me train than try to put me down?
Any reply would be very appreciated
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Alright Mate,
Im no pro on the whole marines thing (its only in the last 4 months or so that i decided that i wanted to wear the green beret myself!!). the very fact that even in the face of adversity you can keep on going plays in your favour in terms of royal marines training. Just remember its all in the mind! They are not looking for fully trained marines, it is their job to train you up. Just know the PRMC requirments and focus on making them, make yourself a series of goals to aim for. Its a long road but one that will set you apart from everyone else and place you amoungst the fittest most determined and professional fighting force in the world. Dont worry too much about the training, and by that i mean dont get pulled into all the bollox 'get fit / strong' in a week plans requiring strange potions and lifestyles, because in the end its just all out hard work, blood, sweat and tears that will get you there.
As far as your dad is concerned, explain to him your desire to make it as a marine. If he cannot encourage you and support your choice then even though it may sound harsh, just forget about him! its something you have got to do for yourself. Just think of the look on his face when you pass out, which you will!
Thats all the advice i can really offer you, remember, 'You cant plough a field by turning it over in your mind!'
Good luck, keep at it.
Im no pro on the whole marines thing (its only in the last 4 months or so that i decided that i wanted to wear the green beret myself!!). the very fact that even in the face of adversity you can keep on going plays in your favour in terms of royal marines training. Just remember its all in the mind! They are not looking for fully trained marines, it is their job to train you up. Just know the PRMC requirments and focus on making them, make yourself a series of goals to aim for. Its a long road but one that will set you apart from everyone else and place you amoungst the fittest most determined and professional fighting force in the world. Dont worry too much about the training, and by that i mean dont get pulled into all the bollox 'get fit / strong' in a week plans requiring strange potions and lifestyles, because in the end its just all out hard work, blood, sweat and tears that will get you there.
As far as your dad is concerned, explain to him your desire to make it as a marine. If he cannot encourage you and support your choice then even though it may sound harsh, just forget about him! its something you have got to do for yourself. Just think of the look on his face when you pass out, which you will!
Thats all the advice i can really offer you, remember, 'You cant plough a field by turning it over in your mind!'
Good luck, keep at it.
Hi mate,
I think you can withdraw your RAF application. Shouldnt be too hard to be honest. Best thing to do is call the Naval recruitment number and they should be able to give you some advice. Their number is 08456 07 55 55.
In Training has given the same advice I would give mate, so I dont really need to say much more, but I will say:
From reading what you said on your post above, you seem to have the right attitude and am not giving up when its getting tough in training for the Marines. Good job mate. Stick with it, then in a month or so you will look back and think 'blimey, this time last month I couldnt do half as many press ups I'm doing now' etc
With regards to your Dad, maybe actually sit down with him and tell him you are 100% focused into getting into the Marines mate. Look him in the eye and show him you are determined. If he thinks only superfit men can pass PRMC, tell him about a few of us.....I was in Hospital basically paralyzed in January 2004. November 2004 I passed my PRMC. You can do anything if you set your mind to it mate
Hope this helps
Dave
I think you can withdraw your RAF application. Shouldnt be too hard to be honest. Best thing to do is call the Naval recruitment number and they should be able to give you some advice. Their number is 08456 07 55 55.
In Training has given the same advice I would give mate, so I dont really need to say much more, but I will say:
From reading what you said on your post above, you seem to have the right attitude and am not giving up when its getting tough in training for the Marines. Good job mate. Stick with it, then in a month or so you will look back and think 'blimey, this time last month I couldnt do half as many press ups I'm doing now' etc
With regards to your Dad, maybe actually sit down with him and tell him you are 100% focused into getting into the Marines mate. Look him in the eye and show him you are determined. If he thinks only superfit men can pass PRMC, tell him about a few of us.....I was in Hospital basically paralyzed in January 2004. November 2004 I passed my PRMC. You can do anything if you set your mind to it mate
Hope this helps
Dave
well said lads...you definitely do not need to be super human or super fit to pass...obviously the ftitter you are prior to arrival the better..but its also the determination side they are looking at the most..who quits and who doesnt, no matter how fit they are, do they have what it takes up stairs...we had a few lads on our PRMC that were always struggling but they gave it all and never gave up.. on bottom field one particular lad was really behind was proper messed, the Cpls were hanging round him like vultures trying to make him quit blaming him for giving everyone else extra tuck jumps and sprints, but he didnt, he dug deep and got on and they passed him..The end of the day most if not everybody will be at the same level of fitness once they have passed out of training the other side...so aslong as you have the right foundations, they will do all the rest
thanks for the replies lads... I'm going down to the AFCO in a few weeks after a holiday and starting my application. I'll let my dad read some of the forums on this site and hopefully he will see that I have just as much chance as anyone.
The hard work starts today as I am starting a new fitness programme which in a few months should get me up to a reasonable standard of fitness
cheerz again lads, you have made me even more determined now because I now know that what I thought about training and my dad was right
The hard work starts today as I am starting a new fitness programme which in a few months should get me up to a reasonable standard of fitness
cheerz again lads, you have made me even more determined now because I now know that what I thought about training and my dad was right
