How long is basic Army training?

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Zippia Team · Accepted Answer

Basic Army training takes around 10 weeks to complete. Basic Army training is also referred to as boot camp, and it is the introduction recruits have to Army service. Basic Army training seeks to teach recruits all about the traditions, strategies, and methods of becoming a soldier in the Army.

Basic Army training covers many different areas, but broadly it focuses on;

Physical fitness required to be a soldier
Discipline and dedication
Proper dress code
Army grooming standards
Building character
Learning the Army's values and the soldier's creed
Weapons training
Combat field training

Army basic training is comprised of four phases:

Phase one is two weeks and it is an introduction to the Army
Phase two (Red Phase) is two weeks with a focus on discipline, values, teamwork
Phase three (White Phase) is three weeks with a focus of basic skills of a soldier
Phase four (Blue Phase) Final challenges and graduation