I like you so much craig! I've been overweight I should say, but you have helped me loose a lot of weight and changed my life, have a good day craig.
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm really glad I could help and well done on what you have accomplished so far
@ricocaswell30304 жыл бұрын
Well done keep up the hard work
@markwoods11303 жыл бұрын
Yes well done 👍
@jjd11294 жыл бұрын
Start my training in September can’t bloody wait, new chapter in my life and ready to do my family and the country proud
@smurfviking90114 жыл бұрын
I’ve got my assessment centre on Tuesday, safe to say the nerves are up!
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Stay positive and good luck
@smurfviking90114 жыл бұрын
Craig Hollman cheers man, will update you when I get back
@brendondonnelly-norcott16034 жыл бұрын
I came back yesterday from the AC just dont overthink it too much and you'll be alright good luck man
@smurfviking90114 жыл бұрын
Brendon Donnelly-norcott ah sweet man cheers, did you take smart kit with you for the interview?
@brendondonnelly-norcott16034 жыл бұрын
@@smurfviking9011 yes a smart shirt, trousers and a tie for the interview with some smart shoes but make sure u arrives in some sportswear like running shorts and t-shirt
@AshFromEarth4 жыл бұрын
Big tip: Enjoy it. While you’re in phase 1 training and you’re in that bubble, it’s normal to feel nervous/scared/anxious as everything’s a rush, it’s really busy and everything’s to a high standard. Guaranteed you’ll look back and realise that it was all pretty easy, so enjoy the process while you’re in it. Anybody can do phase 1 with the right attitude to training and effort 👍🏼
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
🤙🤙🤙🙏
@michaelingle-finch57443 жыл бұрын
Assesment Centre Passed with flying colours! 🥳 Off to catterick on the 25th October for Guards Training! 🔥 Thank you for your help & Motivation 🙌🏼
@AshSmash9814 жыл бұрын
I’ve just finished phase 1 at Catterick and am open to answering questions for anyone from my personal experience also , good luck too everyone with there assessment centres 🤙🏾
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
That's really good thank you mate 🤙
@veronikablack61704 жыл бұрын
Any advice for phase 1 training or something you wish you knew before you joined? Advice on what to do if you're having a bad day/want to quit? Thank you
@KAKASHI-qt5bf4 жыл бұрын
How long before training do you get the kit list
@AshSmash9814 жыл бұрын
KAKASHI69 you should receive it like a month or 2 before you start to make sure you prepared mate
@AshSmash9814 жыл бұрын
Veronika Black There is nothing I wish I knew tbh,got told by friends I knew in the army how it much but didn’t go much by what they said because I wanted to experience it for myself 🤷🏼♂️and you always have bad days all you have to do is think why your there and just think positive. Everyone has there bad days but don’t dwell on the past focus on the future, don’t let it get to you.
@davidfroese84112 жыл бұрын
Two thumbs up way up, especially about packing kit before exercise, it's a good feeling to find something straight away in pitch darkness when you need it quickly
@Cameron20773 жыл бұрын
I start my basic training on the 10th of October preparing to be a para. This videos helped me understand what to expect when I get there. Thank you!
@Cameron20772 жыл бұрын
@Dr Dingo a lot harder than I thought. Finsished AFC then went to catterick. Discharged on 11th week.
@Cameron20772 жыл бұрын
@Dr Dingo still go for it mate, try not to worry too much about injury bud.
@Cameron20772 жыл бұрын
@Dr Dingo I’m not 100% sure how it works for the likes of artillery mate but my guess is you would pass your phase 1 training of how to soldier, then during your phase two you’d be able to choose what role you’d like to get trained up to do. Don’t quote me on that tho mate. What made you want to go artillery?
@caitlynstohr79874 ай бұрын
I am in the early days of my application and have an ICD in 2 weeks! I cannot wait and these videos have been a big help, thank you for these!
@CombatReadyHQ4 ай бұрын
Hey great to know my videos have helped. Best of luck
@jonnyowens50464 жыл бұрын
Starting as a Rifleman on the combat infantryman’s course on the 23rd August. Great timing!
@c21bbr974 жыл бұрын
Best of luck mate
@jonnyowens50464 жыл бұрын
Thanks I’m buzzing for it!
@highstakes12353 жыл бұрын
Did ITC in 2003, had a great time
@johnny87723 жыл бұрын
Great advice i joined in 85, sadly before the internet and advice like this, PS I am still in and at Pirbright
@atitgrg3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 🙏It’s really helpful tips.. waiting for phase-1
@goway14524 жыл бұрын
I go in 7 weeks can’t wait
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Good luck and enjoy it
@goway14524 жыл бұрын
Craig Hollman I have watched every video of yours to help me when I start in September
@movieguy18334 жыл бұрын
@@goway1452 is it September the 20th
@goway14524 жыл бұрын
@lewis geater Yh why
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
@@goway1452 really, thank you 🙏 I'm great to know my videos have helped
@finleycurran53694 жыл бұрын
Absolutely gutted I couldn’t join “high anxiety” from like 3 years ago :/
@ashleecoggin26304 жыл бұрын
23rd aug catterick 4 weeks to go cant wait but nervous at the same time!!!!
@MrManning954 жыл бұрын
Ashlee Coggin see you there buddy 💯
@ashleecoggin26304 жыл бұрын
Alfie Awh sweet I’ll look out for ya 👍
@ashleecoggin26304 жыл бұрын
Alfie wat reg u hoping to join?
@MrManning954 жыл бұрын
Ashlee Coggin The Royal Irish mate
@ashleecoggin26304 жыл бұрын
Alfie ohh nicee
@elenjones29544 жыл бұрын
I’ve got my interview after I applied in April so hopefully assessment won’t be too long
@MikeyLakeman4 жыл бұрын
Been looking forward to this one since you posted about it on Instagram!
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Awesome thank you mate 🙏
@stevenhaskell90254 жыл бұрын
Get a lot of waterproof bags, proper bags that won’t rip easily. Get bags big enough to fit a smock in it and get some bags just big enough to fit a notebook in. You’ll need about 15 big bags and 15 small bags. Get baby wipes to wipe off cam cream and to wipe under your arms (counts as a shower out in the field)
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate 👍 I'm looking to do another video as well in this
@joevaller4894 жыл бұрын
Anyone starting at Pirbright on 27th September?
@joevaller4894 жыл бұрын
Nothing Good good luck mate
@MrManning954 жыл бұрын
Great video mate, some info here that you wouldn’t get anywhere else! 👌🏻
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thank you mate 🙏🤙
@azgardian32odinson4 жыл бұрын
Pull ups at 15st... is just horrific for me 🤣🤣🤣
@teddyt5984 жыл бұрын
i will be doing my Army A.c on the 4th of sep in pribright and this has been helpful to prepare for phase 1 after pass.
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Ah mega mate glad to hear it
@Lifeadventures8894 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this, loved this video. Im off to Pirbright on 20th September to become Combat Medical Technician
@handsomesquidward51603 жыл бұрын
How did you get on
@alphariusomegon95404 жыл бұрын
Some good advice always good to get a head start or as my old instructor would say fail to prepare prepare to fail can't wait to start basic in Winchester in September 💪💪
@jadehall37454 жыл бұрын
alpharius Omegon when are you starting in September? I start 13th
@alphariusomegon95404 жыл бұрын
@@jadehall3745 same 13th
@tayward14504 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant video 👍🏽
@rapnerffoamblasters50844 жыл бұрын
Great advice Thanks
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@pierslewis36254 жыл бұрын
Loving the videos! As someone who is looking to join, any chance you could do a video focusing on those who are looking to join as an officer?
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thank you and yes I can look into this for you
@pierslewis36254 жыл бұрын
Craig Hollman brilliant thank you! Really means a lot!!
@ItzDylanM3 жыл бұрын
Do you actually need to wear a suit?
@notactuallytesco4 жыл бұрын
Assessment begins tomorrow for me, gassed for it but the nerves have well and truly set in lmao
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Haha they will be but stay calm, be positive and enjoy your it
@intrClipz4 жыл бұрын
im coming to catterick on the 23rd of august, looking forward to it
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Good luck and enjoy it
@georgehowes53174 жыл бұрын
Great vid thanks for your service any advice for fitness and what to work on
@lucasmitchel88042 жыл бұрын
Am starting basic training on the 9th of january 2022
@jordsinc51714 жыл бұрын
I rlly want to join the army but I’m rlly worried about my fitness and weight and I’m a bit of a fussy eater but rlly do want to do it
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
If you want it that much get on top of your eating habits, work out a well balanced diet that suits you, train hard and give it 100%. If you make your goal and what it that much you will do it
@xKyoOffical Жыл бұрын
Anybody going catterick November 6th 2022
@l0rdcroissant4 жыл бұрын
get the note book out and start writing it down recruit cause it will make it a bit easier for you ;)
@leahferre213 жыл бұрын
What about if your a girl? Are the rules a bit different with hairstyles on the first day like a bun or a a ponytail?
@donradio14 жыл бұрын
Great video 👍
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🤙
@shonselcooke51003 жыл бұрын
Wait you said bring an Iron? My kit list says Do not bring and Iron.
@-EEE-7 ай бұрын
My phase 1 kit list says I need to bring an iron but not an ironing broad since I can buy one on base
@destinyrobertz10784 жыл бұрын
Have u got any tips on Passing the assessment centre I’m hoping to join afc Harrogate to join an infantry Regiment ✌️
@ethandavies44334 жыл бұрын
When you doing assesment as I'm going to pirbright tomorrow evening? Also doing infantry
@beccar83434 жыл бұрын
Are u hoping to join in September- October?
@ethandavies44334 жыл бұрын
@@beccar8343 October I'm starting
@beccar83434 жыл бұрын
ethan davies how was ur assessment? Did it go well ?
@jcollins17553 жыл бұрын
And is it the assessment centre you need to turn up in a suit for? Dont wanna get there & find out im the only one lol
@aidenjacques97974 жыл бұрын
I am double jointed in my fingers so can I still join the army
@MrRisingg4 жыл бұрын
Phone your careers office
@petem683 ай бұрын
Most important of all thing to do is... ROCK UP 🤣
@adamyeandle78744 жыл бұрын
1 pwrr all the way
@davidtaberner34004 жыл бұрын
Fierce Pride.
@danmcr28844 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna be gutted about getting my hair shaved iv got finn already and my bit of fringe is like my Cape haha oh well it grown back ayy
@adamjones38852 жыл бұрын
Should I still take an ironing board and an iron there not on my list of things to bring
@MilitaryBandsEverywhere4 жыл бұрын
Hello, I’m hoping to join The Corps of Army Music next year and I was just wondering if this video was referring to phase 1 in Pirbright? Would you also be able to let me know what the accommodation and utility rooms that you mention are like? Thank you for the informative video and all the best!
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Hi it refers to all phase one's but Pirbright is where I was an instructor. They are 12 man rooms with your own lockers, the utility room have a drying room, sinks etc Notting to fancy but comfortable
@jackwilliams22972 жыл бұрын
On my kit list it says 1200 watt iron is the maximum allowed.
@charlottemae87554 жыл бұрын
AC Lichfield 9-10 September anyone?
@harryosei62784 жыл бұрын
Has the army started doing the sickle cell test since my AC date was cancelled because of the test. Im from a common wealth country
@johndthottam4 жыл бұрын
They have been giving dates out since last week for the commonwealth people who are in UK
@jamesedwards88904 жыл бұрын
Catterick October 18th anyone?
@c7k6673 жыл бұрын
Anyone going to Harrogate in March ?
@Mr.Sam3214 жыл бұрын
is it just me or are Gregs sausage rolls the best???
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Fair one I think you are right
@philipshearer52862 жыл бұрын
Any tips for Sandhurst?
@jadehall37454 жыл бұрын
Winchester 13th September anyone??
@tomlogan61894 жыл бұрын
I’m there 13th September
@chadwicklufc28324 жыл бұрын
i envy the fact that you have got to the start of it good luck
@jezbaker91784 жыл бұрын
I go in on 13th of September and can't wait
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Ah awesome, enjoy it 💪
@jadehall37454 жыл бұрын
I go to Winchester 13th September to
@callumatkinson59384 жыл бұрын
I go to pirbright on 13th September
@FrenchieOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
@@callumatkinson5938 same here pal
@callumatkinson59384 жыл бұрын
FrenchieOutdoors2001 what you joining matey
@lukebutler35944 жыл бұрын
Im at pirbright 7 weeks in about to do halfway its really not as bad as everyone makes out
@ZanmaruV24 жыл бұрын
Just wait for Final Fling
@alphariusomegon95404 жыл бұрын
Try basic at catterick 😂😂😂
@lukebutler35944 жыл бұрын
Passed halfway passed acmt all thats left is gas and final fling honestly lads covid made training so much easier
@alphariusomegon95404 жыл бұрын
@@lukebutler3594 not surprised tbh a lot of the stuff you normal do you cant because of restrictions pluss there crying out for recruits
@lukebutler35944 жыл бұрын
Yeah very true i havent even touched the inside gym nor the obstacle course we csnt even do gas training
@333musicproduction43 жыл бұрын
I’m a girl but I’ve got a boys trim take it I should shave my head aswell . I’ve seen girls don’t have to but if I want to be equal and taken seriously do u think it’s best I face the clippers aswell ?
@silvermasktraveler17882 жыл бұрын
11:05 wait what I thought it was 6 months constant training and not being able to leave the base
@CombatReadyHQ2 жыл бұрын
No mate it's not
@pcg_darkninja54594 жыл бұрын
Good tips
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🙏🤙
@johndthottam4 жыл бұрын
Is it compulsory that everyone should have an Iron or does the training centre has one for others to use ?
@finchy77finch794 жыл бұрын
Definitely if you can bring your own and a decent iron
@thelonewolfofsociety43254 жыл бұрын
Mine is in just over 2 weeks from now
@callin1414 жыл бұрын
What you going in for mate?
@thelonewolfofsociety43254 жыл бұрын
@@callin141 Carpentry and joinery
@imranzazai74044 жыл бұрын
Powerful the british army.
@ashleecoggin26304 жыл бұрын
ive got my kit list but it doesnt say i need to take civi clothes do i need to take some
@BigMorgs4 жыл бұрын
Can you take protein powder and creatine to phase 1?
@kennysum91503 жыл бұрын
Once you’ve done your phase one training is it compulsory to join the army? or can you decide if you want to leave?
@manlykjj40074 жыл бұрын
Currently at the end of week 4 at Catterick just the tabs I need to work on any tips on what to pack for tabbing my cpl said the stuff I was packing was letting me down
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Have you not had a packing lesson? Use what you would out in the field on operations and exercises. Depending on Bergen or day sack But Things like Warm kit Wet kit Water Spare combats Poncho Sleeping bag Spare footwear Socks Rations Med kit Etc
@manlykjj40074 жыл бұрын
@@CombatReadyHQ nope there was no packing lesson normally I try to pack as much clothes as possible but it usually wouldn't make the weight
@nathankenyon22713 жыл бұрын
So do u not wear your gortex when patrolling
@alecmackay88934 жыл бұрын
Craig, im 116kg in weight and ive been told i need to be under 100kg what can i do and use to drop weight, are there any fat burners that are army aproved that i can use whilst exercising?
@fearlessgodlikemission69243 жыл бұрын
Run
@darling888884 жыл бұрын
Thx
@darling888884 жыл бұрын
I mean thank you
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
No worries 🤙🙏
@Liam19914 жыл бұрын
They are not doing command tasks? Is this true then? It's just I was deferred on the tasks, due to lack of confidence. I'm just thinking if I'm able to pass selection without having to do command tasks. My CSM phoned me 3 weeks ago to see when I'm able to redo selection, but she didn't mention any changes to the assessment centre.
@jcollins17553 жыл бұрын
Ive just had a medical briefing over the phone, havent been given an assessment date yet. But did a 2km run yesterday in 14min44secs yesterday, how long do you reckon it would take to get down to 10mins if i run 3x a week?
@bengunns95004 жыл бұрын
Shall i rock up with some protein powder?
@KAKASHI-qt5bf4 жыл бұрын
How long before training do you get the kit list ?
@jamjy214 жыл бұрын
Im off to Sandhurst in September, thank you for your advice. How vital are pull ups, with covid i havent got a pullup bar without the gym but i can always go find a tree? Is that worth it?
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
They are part of the Soldier conditioning review and apart of PT lessons, in my opinion it's something you should train
@jamjy214 жыл бұрын
@@CombatReadyHQ thanks for answering, have they put a number on the amount needed in the fitness review?
@user-fo6mo8ch9v3 жыл бұрын
I’m off to Pirbright for my phase 1 training in just 1 week I’m super nervous any advice on what it’s generally like down there ?
@CombatReadyHQ3 жыл бұрын
Just be yourself, enjoy it, it is tough but fun and give everything 100%
@strangward45523 жыл бұрын
you think they would get pissed if I took whey protein with me on phase1
@aaronmorrison23234 жыл бұрын
Should I bring my own ironing board? Heard loads saying that the ones there are shit basically. Don’t know how I’ll get one across on the plane lol. Cheers
@michaelwilson66834 жыл бұрын
you could always buy one from the shop there or if you speak to your trianing team you might be able to get one delivered like off Amazon
@tomnunns86844 жыл бұрын
You can order one online and have it shipped there or take one to your post office / mailing place and do it that way. Just inform where you are training and they will store it for you when it arrives.
@DanP2214 жыл бұрын
I got my assessment tomorrow at Glencorse . Want to join the rifles
@DanP2214 жыл бұрын
E M cheers pal
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Good luck 🤙🤙
@DanP2214 жыл бұрын
Craig Hollman Cheers mate 🤙👊
@DanP2214 жыл бұрын
E M Cheers pal. Back at u lad, when i finish ill tell u what u need etc incase ur wanting to know
@DanP2214 жыл бұрын
E M no problem
@alexweber93743 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the disturbance bit can I join this year as a foreigner?
@alexweber93743 жыл бұрын
But
@user-qt7oh5ur2x3 жыл бұрын
Need to be a British citizen to join British army
@smurfviking90114 жыл бұрын
Also just to let you know, for assessment centre, your not aloud to being smart stuff anymore, only aloud 1 set of PT kit to travel in and 1 set of PT kit to wear doing PT, that’s it for assessment centre
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Ok mate thank you 🤙🙏
@zarswarb9994 жыл бұрын
are you not allowed to bring smart stuff for the interview? i know we have to arrive it PT kit
@smurfviking90114 жыл бұрын
Azaria nope, literally only PT kit mate, I’ve been having this discussion with my local recruiter and he says just PT kit for now
@smurfviking90114 жыл бұрын
Azaria this may change in the future I guess, probably to do with the corona stuff
@brendondonnelly-norcott16034 жыл бұрын
@@smurfviking9011 I came back yesterday from the AC and I had to wear smart shirt, trousers, tie and shoes
@wj65664 жыл бұрын
Harrogate October anyone?
@James_-hu3sm4 жыл бұрын
Me
@Aaron138824 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am currently applying for the Army as an officer. I will be 26 by the time I start my training at Sandhurst, providing everything beforehand goes smoothly. Do you think 26 is too old to join the British army as an officer? I would like to hear your opinion.
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
No if it's what you want to go then go for it
@Aaron138824 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Aaron138824 жыл бұрын
@Moustache? Mustang Thank you for that, I appreciate it. :)
@maj82164 жыл бұрын
I’m a skinny lad and I start my training soon does that matter
@ricocaswell30304 жыл бұрын
No
@c21bbr974 жыл бұрын
No there's fat people and skinny people size doesn't matter mate
@Sigma_Mentality2544 жыл бұрын
Can musclar people join
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Yes of course mate 👍 just the pass all the medicals and tests
@joshuab4224 жыл бұрын
The army just withdrawn my Application . When they failed to call me
@c21bbr974 жыл бұрын
Any reason behind this mate?
@joshuab4224 жыл бұрын
Live Evoque no
@yormkorsiakorli-kekrebesi72854 жыл бұрын
Do you get paid after Basic training ?
@johndthottam4 жыл бұрын
You get paid from the Day 1 of your basic training.
@adamyeandle78744 жыл бұрын
Crow bag!!!!!
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Haha cheers 😂😂😂
@adamyeandle78744 жыл бұрын
@@CombatReadyHQ 😂😂👍
@adamyeandle78744 жыл бұрын
@@CombatReadyHQ what regiment are you in.....
@kyleprice65974 жыл бұрын
I Rocked up in a yellow shirt and jeans 😂
@jackmorgan48174 жыл бұрын
Are the showers open or private. Like is there walls or something dividing each one
@CombatReadyHQ4 жыл бұрын
Depends on the camp
@jackmorgan48174 жыл бұрын
Craig Hollman oooooooh ... great ... yay
@ZanmaruV24 жыл бұрын
You'll be washing all parts in the field, you quickly get used to it. Day 1 of Pirbright I had to share a shower.
@jackmorgan48174 жыл бұрын
What what well damn im more comfortable with the idea of firing a gun for the first time and getting ran down by a dog than sharing a shower with aloud of men ahahaha
@MrWANG-do8cc4 жыл бұрын
I have some back problem! is it possible to join Army??
@adamyeandle78744 жыл бұрын
They do take people in wheel chairs so you'll be a perfect candidate matey.....
@MrWANG-do8cc4 жыл бұрын
Adam Yeandle Thank you Mate. Then i will join.👍
@johndthottam4 жыл бұрын
@@adamyeandle7874 lol
@callummills65243 жыл бұрын
Do you have a Facebook I can message you on for some questions I have. Regards callum
@justapleb80133 жыл бұрын
I’ve got some advice ... stay away from ATC Pirbright! 34 DAOR’s a month tell a very damning tale about the establishment. It’s nothing short of an absolute shambles, vindictive junior NCO’s who whine about what a wank posting it is and how they can’t wait to leave the Army. Seriously under staffed with demonstrations done ONCE in front of 40 lads because they can’t knock off fast enough for the day. Trust me I know what I’m talking about, ex Royal Engineer of nine years, all arms, p-coy, PTI.
@TheRagingbull41364 жыл бұрын
I gotta know why it's considered mandatory for guys to have their head shaved, but not for women ?
@rhysg42244 жыл бұрын
Just the way it is I guess
@AshSmash9814 жыл бұрын
Girls have the choice aswell, if they want there head shaved they can 🤷🏼♂️
@TheRagingbull41364 жыл бұрын
PolishMan981 if they are given a choice, why aren't the males given one ?
@rhysg42244 жыл бұрын
Raging Bull does it really matter mate
@TheRagingbull41364 жыл бұрын
Rhys G I like new information. I'm a logical person, so I always try to find a reason for something.