Recruit Training

The journey starts with Recruit Training. This nationally mandated course of instruction is designed to ensure all new Young Marines have the same basic knowledge. Through 26 hours of instruction, the recruits learn Close Order Drill, General Knowledge, Field Skills, Navigation, Drug Resistance, Public Speaking, Leadership, US History and Citizenship, and Fitness, Health, and First Aid. Recruits must earn the title of Young Marine by demonstrating their knowledge of the foundations of the program and celebrating their achievements with a Graduation Ceremony. 

Our Young Marines will continue to develop an advanced understanding of the foundation topics as they progress through the ranks. Young Marines will earn ribbons and awards for their achievements and have the opportunity to attend regional and nationally hosted camps. 

The current cost to join is $300. The cost includes national registration, a complete set of digital woodland pattern camouflage uniform and accessory items. A complete breakdown of the cost is provided. 

We do not want cost alone to be a deterrent to joining. Payment plans are available. We are happy to work with families. 

Recruits, and all Young Marines, will be treated with firmness, fairness, dignity, and compassion. 

We expect that all Young Marines will behave properly and respect each other and the adults in their charge.

Once training begins, we expect that recruits attend all drills and unit activities, unless excused by the Unit Commander.

All recruits must complete 26 hours of training before becoming full members of the Young Marines. 

Recruits will generally meet 90 minutes before a regularly scheduled drill period and then participate in as many Unit activities as possible. 

A sample schedule is provided here to show what the recruits will learn. 

This guidebook is designed for the Young Marine Recruit. It includes chapters on Close Order Drill, General Knowledge, Field Skills, Navigation, Drug Resistance, Public Speaking, Leadership, US History & Citizenship, and Fitness, Health, & First Aid.

1. Start by reading the material on this page. If it sounds like something you want to do..

2. Then click on the JOIN NOW button which takes you to the official website. 

3. Complete the Interest Form which notifies the unit of your interest.

4. You will be invited to observe a drill with your prospective Young Marine. 

5. You will be sent a code to begin the registration process. 

6. Complete the application.

Your adventure awaits!