New Navy Ensign going to ODS

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Hello all!! Was wondering if anyone else is going to ODS 8/18/13. I am a little nervous and would like to know exactly how ODS is. I have not memorized the ranks, marines hymn, etc. Basically I feel unprepared and would like to gain insight on the transition to ODS and if their were people who were out of shape when they arrived there?

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I don't know about the Navy, but for Army officer basic, they didn't expect us to know too much about military rank/customs/courtesies. They taught us the Army Song and the Soldier's Creed, basic drill & ceremony, etc. However, those who were out of shape upon arrival were in for a world of hurt; we had a PT test in our first few days, and those who couldn't pass a PT test were held over for one cycle. At the end of the second cycle, PT failures were chaptered out. With the military getting leaner and smaller, a PT test can make or break a military career. I would recommend that you start working on your fitness today -- the sooner you start, the sooner you won't be out of shape (I am assuming from your post that it is one of your concerns). I started running the year that my packet went in because I was a bad runner, and I knew I'd be going in at some point. I still stress about PT tests (just because it's a test!), but I don't worry that I'll fail. So don't procrastinate! Best of luck to you, and congrats on getting selected for the Navy. :)

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Thanks LunahRN!! I leave Sunday!!!!! But I should be alright.

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There is time to learn things once you get there. You spend plenty of time studying the gouge pack you get!! Good luck. Try not to be too nervous and most of all....have fun!

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