The SAS (Special Air Service) is the British elite military special operations force. The main thing in SAS recruitment is that it only comes from the British Military Forces, not from the general public. The five-month training period and the selection process for Special Air Force members were carried out strictly. Of the 125 soldiers who tried to join the Special Air Force, only about 10 were selected. Only the toughest, strongest, and most determined candidates can join. If you feel you can meet their needs, take a look at the first step below to start learning how to prepare for the hiring and training process.
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Method 1 of 3: Basic Terms of Meeting
Step 1. Become a member of Queen Elizabeth's Royal Air Force
Outside of the SAS/Special Air Force reservists, the SAS does not recruit members from the community. To be eligible to join the SAS, you must be an official member of one of the uniformed soldiers of the British military; be it the Army Navy (consisting of the royal navy and royal ship command), the British Military or the Royal Air Force.
- Note that each batch has their own training rules and requirements, which may be required in and of themselves. For example, the basic training of the British Military is carried out for 26 weeks, that includes rigorous physical training and tactical training.
- Also note that, like other British Military Forces, this Special Air Force accepts members from the British Commonwealth of Nations (such as Fiji, Australia, New Zealand and others.).
Step 2. An alternative is to act as an SAS reservist for 18 months
Another way to qualify for the SAS is to join one of the army sections of the SAS regiment (21st and 23rd regiments) and serve for 18 months. Because, unlike Special Air Force, Special Air Force reservists “conduct” recruits from the community, this represents a whole that goes directly to Special Air Force i.e. as applicants starting from the community.
Step 3. Healthy male aged between 18 and 32 years
The selection process for the Special Air Force is one of the toughest military training courses in the world. The goal is to test candidates to measure the maximum limits of their physical and mental strength. Although rare, it was heard of deaths during the selection process. Due to the extreme demands of Special Air Force training, only healthy men with strong physique and strong mental condition.
Actually women have joined the British Military Forces since 1990, they are prohibited from being in combat units. Therefore, at this time women are not allowed to join SAS. That's how it was there, however, this rule might change in the future
Step 4. Have experience for 3 months and 39 months of remaining service
Special Air Force requires serious commitment from applicants. If you complete the selection process successfully, it is hoped that you will synergize on Special Air Force work for at least three years. Therefore, Special Air Force applicants are required to undergo a training period of at least 39 months. In addition, candidates must have three months of experience in their respective regiment.
Method 2 of 3: Bypassing the Selection Process
Step 1. When ready, data an AGAI
If you believe you have what it takes to join the Special Air Force and you have a strong conviction, a strong passion for it, in the end your decision is to file an Army General Administrative Instruction. AGAI emphasizes what you are prepared for and must have extensive knowledge to face the challenges of the future.
Once you have made your decision, you will wait for the selection process to begin. The Special Air Force selection process takes place twice a year - once in winter and once in summer. It depends on the conditions: it doesn't matter whether it's hot or cold, the selection process continues
Step 2. Pass the initial screening test
As the first step of the selection process, recruitment is taken to Special Air Force Headquarters at Stirling Lines, Hereford to receive basic medical tests such as the Battle Fitness Test (BFT). Medical tests confirm that recruits obtain a basic standard of health and are disease free, during the BFT recruiter's physical health test. About 10% of applicants fail one of these tests..
BFT consists of running in groups of 2.5 km (1.5 miles) in 15 minutes followed by the same distance individually in less than 10.5 minutes. Those who fail at this point mean they are not physically ready to become members of the Special Air Force
Step 3. Complete the Special Army Preparation Course
Through the first week of Special Air Force training, recruiters receive detailed instructions on what will be the experience of the Special Air Force selection process and can thereafter be employed as members of the Special Air Force. During this short period of time, the physical and mental demands of the recruiter did not require as much effort as usual, although the recruiter still did some hill runs. In conclusion, change recruiters with the right tests, as below:
- Map and compass test
- Swim test
- First Aid Test
- Self defense test
Step 4. Skip the Fitness and Navigation period
After the preparation stage of the training, the actual selection process begins. The first phase for the last four weeks, focuses on the candidate's resilience and the ability to know where to go on the field. Activities during this stage include long walks, running and determining waypoints on a map. The habit of doing this activity increased during the training period. Candidates are not frequently informed about the training time that will be given before the candidate is assigned. The majority of activities during this stage are as follows:
- The “Fan Dance”, a 24 km (15 mile) walk in the Brecon Baecons (a mountain range in Wales) which takes time at the end of the first week and is made into a “light” routine.
- “Long Drag” test success at this stage of the selection process. Candidates must complete a 64-km (40-mile) journey on Breco Beacons in less than 20 hours. During the journey, candidates must carry a 25 kg (55 pound) payload, a long gun, food and water. Candidates are prohibited from crossing the boundary line and must determine their own direction using a map and compass.
Step 5. Skip the advanced initial training stage
After passing through the Special Air Force physical training stage, there is still a further stage that is focused on self-defense abilities. Over four weeks, recruiters receive training in weapons-handling skills (including foreign weapons, theory, patrol tactics, and other combat skills.
During this stage, any recruiters who are not yet ready to parachute will be trained here. In addition, recruiters trained for the British Basic Military Regiment to be able to mark
Step 6. Passing through Nature's Training Stage
Following further initial training, recruiters are sent by boat to a location in Borneo or Brunei where they must strive for six weeks of training in hot, humid forest areas. Candidates are divided into four soldiers, each led by a member of the Board of Directors. During this stage, soldiers learn how to live, navigate, and fight with nature. Activities include exploring, controlling the boat, practicing self-defense, building camp and much more.
Personal attention and first aid are important at this stage. Since minor scratches, insect bites and swelling of the skin surface from training can easily occur in the jungle, it will be very important for recruiters to know how to take care of every part of their body
Step 7. Skip the Evade and Rescue stage
At the end of the selection phase, the recruiter participates in various exercises designed to build the ability to survive “freedom” from the scenario. Recruiters learn how to move without being detected by radar, live in nature, and dodge if caught by enemies. These activities include avoidance, survival, and interrogation techniques.
The purpose of the test at this stage was an exercise that required the recruiter to fulfill a plan during evasion if caught by the Hunter Regiment from a fellow soldier's self-defense. It doesn't matter whether recruiters are caught in training or not, they must take the Interview Tactics practice (note below)
Step 8. Test Question and Answer Tactics
One unique aspect of the final stage of the Special Air Force selection process is the Interview Test section. Recruiters are placed on various physical and mental discomforts for 24 hours. During this time, the Board of Directors staff asked many questions, during which the candidate was not allowed to reveal important information. Recruiters may “only” provide their name, position, serial number, or birth data. All questions should be answered with "Sorry, I can't answer that question." If any soldier failed, then he failed the entire selection process and had to return to his unit.
When Board Staff are not allowed to pressure or cause serious injury to recruiters, their treatment is harsh. The recruiter is likely, for an instant, blindfolded, deprived of food and water, fighting the pain of a “stress position”, continuing with loud noises, and surviving in tight spaces. Punishment can be psychological, as well as, and may also include harsh words, ridicule, insults, deception, and more
Step 9. Entering Advanced Training
If you make it through the Special Air Force selection process, you can feel proud. Only 10% of the candidates can make it this far. In essence, recruiters are given the characteristics of a Special Air Force beret with wing markings and enter Special Air Force Advanced Training, which focuses on learning the special operations skills they will need to achieve victory in the military world.
Keep in mind, at the end of the selection process, the recruiter relinquishes his previous position to become the lowest ranked soldier. In Special Air Force, all recruiters must work from the ground up to rebuild their positions. However, if a recruiter leaves Special Air Force, he or she is automatically reverted to rank with previous service credits. Exceptions in decisions with controlling officers joining the Special Air Force
Method 3 of 3: Preparation for training
Step 1. Start practicing every day
The most obvious aspect of this SAS training is that it focuses more on physical strength than the experiences you've had so far. Candidates are expected to be able to jog or walk for several hours (during “Long Drag” to get to 20) through rough terrain at a standing soldier base. Candidates are also expected to be able to carry heavy loads, climb difficult mountain peaks, and perform many other physically challenging tasks. For the best chance of getting through the Special Air Force selection process, try to put some serious time and energy into preparing yourself to the point of perfection before you start.
Step 2. Cardiac training is a must
Many difficult challenges during the selection process, for example “Fan Dance” and “Long Drag” are endurance training. This means that a strength focused heart training, particularly running and climbing, is the best bet to benefit from strength during training. Also, taking enough time to do these activities will make you use your feelings to spend all your time outside.
Although training to improve heart function is very important, you can't give up strength training. Special Air Force candidates are required to be strong in order to be able to carry heavy loads in harsh long terrain and be able to survive in combat among other obligations. A complete strength training regiment with balanced tasks, lower group, middle and upper strength groups can help you figure out the level of strength you need
Step 3. Prepare yourself mentally for tough training
Some of the new members who were born with athletic talent were excluded from the selection process due to mental stress. In SAS selection and training, you must concentrate fully on undergoing intense physical effort. For example, new members are required to be able to steer themselves through a large part of an uninhabited area that is still wild with extreme weather conditions without a map and compass, you have to go through it even if you are really in a state of exhaustion. Without preparing yourself for every eventuality properly, it will make you very very stressed if something happens in your life, you will feel your efforts are just in vain.
The exact instructions for "how to" mentally prepare can vary from person to person. Some may respond well to Concentration Boosting Exercises, while others may be cautious. However, everyone can take advantage of the very real expectations in the selection process. It's not an intense enthusiasm for war, a Hollywood show of valor or about speed. This is a serious thing that takes a lot of time and energy of experience for some who are really prepared
Step 4. Find an inner controller to get better
This navy is a "no" for candidates who are still having a hard time finding motivation within themselves. The grueling selection process will eliminate all participants except for a select few who are already active, and who have a great desire to be part of the greatest army in the world. For example, in an exercise that is unusual for most military training programs, this particular Air Force lead member is prohibited from shouting support or insulting candidates as long as they complete their long line. It is entirely up to the participants to find the strength within themselves to be successful. If you have any doubts or anything about joining the Air Force, you might think twice.
- But some participants are allowed to get a second chance after failing in the selection process, but this is not a guarantee. After two failures, participants are prohibited from trying again forever.
- As you prepare for training, keep in mind the Special Air Force's official motto: “The Brave Wins”. By trying to join the Special Air Force, you create a significant risk (or “challenge”) - The time and effort you put in and the training will not be wasted. With proper self-control, risk is reduced - if you want a reward, you have to push yourself to the fullest to get it.
