why i quit coast guard rescue swimmer school
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- čas přidán 2. 04. 2020
- I'll be sharing my story as to why I dropped out of Coast Guard Aviation Survival Technician A School and what kept me from going back.
RESOURCES:
Step 1.
Contact a USCG Recruiter
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Step 2.
Get The Coast Guard Boot Camp Survival Guide on Amazon
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Step 3.
Join the Coast Guard Boot Camp Preppers Facebook Group
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Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard. - Zábava
I joined the United States Coast Guard in 1974. Basic in Alameda. Made rate (damage controlman). Scooped up dead bodies in San Francisco Bay. Did my 4 years. Got a job at General Motors in Detroit. Got laid-off. Got a job in a little county jail as a guard. Promoted to Deputy Sheriff. Worked 25 years for the Sheriff Department. Retired 5 years. I highly recommend retirement. You will too, my friend.
Jack pine Savage Hey I joined Coast Guard In 1974 Cape May NJ. 22 years ASM 1. Just Retired Teamster 299 Carhauling. Live in Swartz Creek. Taking a Gun Glass this. Week Bought a Glock. Gen 5
matthew fithian scallop town. U must have seen some good ones
Everyone who goes through thinks of quitting at some point. It’s a question of whether you really want it or not. There are no other reasons for quitting.As a former RS instructor, I can tell you most people aren’t aware of what they can truly accomplish until pushed beyond their perceived limits.
Hey Julian! Thanks for sharing this. It takes a whole man to realize when they should change pace and adjust to what works for you, even if that means to tap out. Good for you to be able to be with your family when they need you. Being able to choose places of where you will be placed is one of the reasons why Im joining the Coast Guard. But mad props out to you to be where you are right now!
thanks fam
Well said. 2 hardest things to do in cg swimmer and the guy on radio talking to the mayday caller and listening to fear and possibly death. From what a guy told me. Took him months to forget his voice
Damn bro, this was real! I’m on my way to joining the coast guard and the only thing I want to do is be a rescue swimmer! I appreciate this info you gave, it’s good to have somewhat of a heads up. Thanks again man and keep grinding!
Yo did you make it?
yoooo update us?
Any updates now
I like the way you put it. Doing things changes your life, your perspective and it changes what you want to do. I’ve been struggling with the fact that I changed my mind on what I want to do because I feel like I’ve failed especially in front of others. But in reality it’s just my ego, and if something isn’t working for me anymore than it’s time to find something else I enjoy. I’m currently about to go to MEPS in a few weeks and deciding between the Air Force and Coast Guard. Thanks for the video man👍
Julian this is my favorite story you’ve told, and one that so many future Coasties and current Coasties need to hear! I think you captured the spirit of everything you’ve covered on the channel thus far in this video, truly great work here. Keep doing what you’re doing man; you’re awesome!
Thanks Jeremy!
Great testimony! Thank you for sharing!!
Thank you for sharing. Truly appreciate this
Thank you for making this.
Thank you for sharing your story!
Thank you for sharing. My son swims about 7,000 yards per practice for swim team and wants to be recruited by the USCGA.
I know after lots of trials n tribulations praying will show you its not always what you want but what god needs for you to do. Thanks for opening up Julian!
Yes I pray daily
Haven't watched your vids In a bit but I like the new backdrop and lighting! Keep up the good videos. And damn man your voice is so pleasant to listen too. Its relaxing and you have really good advice. I'm 15 and am planning on becoming an MSRT or some kind of Maritime security. I'm trying to get in good shape now.
Thanks for this…Great, great video!
Ty!
Great topic! Thank you for talking about your truth. The whole thing about losing confidence is something that happens to anyone no matter where you are in life. This means it can happen at any age. It’s the ones who are truthful that can get past it. The reason why the Coast Guard is good is they take care of their people like move you to a location if there is a family emergency. I had a member who was PCS’d to New Orleans due to his father having brain cancer. I am glad the Coast Guard was there for you. Good luck in the future!
Thank you!
Semper Paratus!
CG is good about that. It also helps to have the support of your command and supervisor. In my 20+ years, my moment came when I did everything I could to help my TC2 make 1st class (I drilled him night and day while we were underway) and to get him stationed at a unit just miles from his parents (in New Orleans of all places). I was also his TC "C" school instructor and knew of his hardships even before I ended up being his supervisor. That was over 22+ years ago. He was a single parent and went on to retire from the CG. Doing my job as a RM/TC was something I was always good at, enjoyed and was very proud of. But making sure as a supervisor I took care of one of my guys was IMO the most rewarding moments in my career. Taking care of your jr people just as important as being good at your rate.
Thanks for showing that there’s multiple aspects you can go in life. I’m thinking about being an officer, but also whether I should major in business(like accounting/marketing) or mechanical/electrical engineering in college. I like Math and Physics a lot, so I’d feel I’d perform well in those fields.👍🏿 I’m interested in the military mainly since I don’t want to have a 9-5 job, and I want to travel and find new experiences. But I also want to get a higher education and dive more into STEM/Business field. It’s a tough choice, but I got a couple more years left. I like your videos btw, and take care during this time.
thanks for sharing. and nothing negative on you for not making it. as an example, prior to enlisting, i’d been on the Coast Guard’s USS swim team. From age 4-18 we had 1-2 practices a day at 2 hours a practice. JUST FOR THEM. Add to that high school team, and summer league local pool team. plus the weight room.
figure 5-6 hours a day full-out swimming. So If you come, You better come ready.
i’m glad you found the life you deserved ali g the way my friend. i’m jealous😉
This video actually helps me right now.
I am currently a teacher in Hillsborough County Public Schools (Tampa, FL)and have really learned a whole lot of things about being a teacher, but especially about myself.
In short, I'm at exactly that point where I'm here watching this video because I'm looking to join the CG, but undecided of being Reserve or Active Duty, stay being a teacher and change from middle school to another grade school (high/elementary), pursue teaching at college level, become a Sports Agent, turn to Parks and Recreation, Special Needs population or turn tail and run back home to Puerto Rico.
I can totally relate to what you're saying on this video since that is exactly what I'm "typically" pursuing: rescue swimmer, and it's totally making me think a little ahead now.
please do a video on a workout plan to do for weeks leading up to boot camp to be prepared.
Awesome video…
I’ve been having so many doubts about pursuing a ast, I’ve been really eating myself away and tried looking at different careers but this brought me back into the focus of being a rescue swimmer I’m gonna give it my all and try my hardest wish me luck and pray for my success 😩❤️
Gl
@@militaryjourneymen appreciate you ❤️
thank you for your videos ,there a great help. I was wondering how far ahead of time should you get in touch with a recruiter
You inspire me
ty!
Finding what you want to do comes with finding what you DONT want to do, it all has value ~ there are no failures
I saw a video of Marines praying at night in bootcamp. Did this happen in Coast Guard bootcamp?? And suggestions on preparing physically for bootcamp?
Yes there are prayer circles every night you can join if you want. and check out my videos on preparing for boot camp
Which class were you in. I went through swimmer school three times 2012, 2013, 2014. I failed escape and releases my first time through and then got hurt my second and third times. I joined the USCG to be a swimmer and I love what you said about how not passing school eats at you. I really had a hard time failing the first time and then having to leave to due to injuries. However if I had graduated I never would of met my wife and be where I am at now. You never know what life has planned for you.
I was there 2015
Julian can you do a detailed video or maybe even interview someone who went through the depot program?
Thanks for the reco
I know this was a year ago but I went through DEPOT so if you have any questions feel free to hit me up.
What’s up bud. Remember me in school
Matt simonson. Saw you on the tube
Brah hit me up on face book. Catch up
Everyone thinks boot swimming is a joke. It is deadly serious and the cause of many being reverted out. I think the most telling is the movie they show representing different body types and the differing mass of bone muscle and fat. In the cold light of that reality you are tested for drownproofing; abandon ship drills; and long distance swim. Some have high muscle/bone mass and low body fat and just sink more than others - its a cold hard fact. So dont sweat it - toss that brick and move on. For those prepping for boot - swim - and swim some more. One way to gain tremendous confidence in the water is taking a Scuba course at the Y. You will have to don the apparatus - ditch it on the bottom of the pool - and then dive down clear the breather and mask and redon your gear. If you can swing that- you will gain confidence in the water.
Im looking to purchase your Coast Guard Boot Camp Survival Guide off of amazon but i noticed it says revised and updated for mid 2019 and i was just wondering if there are any plans to revise it again sometime soon or if that revision is still good for? Im leaving for boot camp in about 6 months. Thanks!
While in U.S. Naval Aircrewman Candidate School I learned that if I didn't follow through with rescue swimmer school I'd be a crew member on Lockheed P-3C Orion's antisubmaine warfare aircraft. As an Aviation Ordnanceman the only flying job was being an Inflight Ordnanceman on P-3C's (12 man crew) which are only shore based because of their size - so I DOR'd RSS within the first 5 minutes (and I was the class leader too, ooops!) The only duty stations for P-3C's at the time were Hawaii, California, Florida or Maine. Being class honorman at the 36 week P-3 training school (VP-30) I got first choice of where I wanted to be stationed. I chose Maine so that I could continue to snowboard.
Had I not quit RSS I would have ended up on a ship part of a helo crew which sounded crappy compared to living in your own house that the Navy pays for and just driving to & from work like a normal job and NEVER having to step foot on a ship. It was great and thank god one of my aircrew instructors was an AO and he's the one that explained the difference between being an AO on P-3C's and being a rescue swimmer AO on a ship. Cheers!
Hey man, how were the barracks life in the coast guard?
Trust the process!
Do you know what asvab score you halft to have to qualify for the class?
Any Tips on losing weight or workout ideas I want to join My uncles in the Coast Guard and since then it’s been the only thing I can think about and have been wanting to do but I’m on the heavier side and I want to really be in shape before even attempting to talk to a recruiter but haven’t much on here ps. I love your videos I’ve been watching for a couple months now :)
Keto, Cardio, and weight training
I highly recommend swimming for a good workout. I dropped from 15% body fat and being scrawny, to 11% body fat and a bit more toned. On top of swimming, i’d say do a high protein, low carb diet. This is just my 2 cents, but good luck!
What were you pt scores going into a school
When should I start training for boot camp, I don’t want to start to early and end up losing momentum before I get there, but I don’t want to postpone it until I have 1-2 weeks to get ready
Probably 3 months before and stay into it. Make sure you can swim, lift weights (I recommend working shoulders and back since they have you hold stuff up above your head or out in front of you for long periods of time), run (it isn't as important since there isn't much running, but be able to pass the runs easily).
Hey Julian! Should I be training more with a snorkel and fins? Or only goggles? Thanks bro
fins and snorkel
Did they send you to sector St. Pete? Sand Key? Clearwater Air Station?
St Pete
I am 22 and I want to join but I down want to stand out for being older them everyone else. Is there any body who joined the coast guard a little later then anyone else
Kieran The Zombie, I turned 22 during basic, there was several people older than me, one was 29. I noticed that they pick out the younger guys (18-20) and for the most part left a lot of the older ones alone. Move fast, be loud, and do only what you are told and you will be fine. It’s the young ones that can’t grasp the concept that it’s all a game to break you down and they begin to crumble under pressure therefore standing out to the CCs. Be a wallflower and don’t stand out if you are worried. It’s not that bad once you get into the mindset and keep your eye on the prize.
Kieran The Zombie lots of Older Service people Joinn from other Services. Now since everyone wants to Join now they they stopped doing that
how heavy is the brick?
Im latin, i dont understand, what was what you started doing after you quit, i think ill have the same trouble as you cause im 145 lbs and its difficult for me to put muscle
same boat here man lanky gang :/
Hey Julian do you know how much that brick weighed ?
Believe it's 5lbs
The brick is 10 lbs. The same as what lifeguards train with.
Well, all I can say is, you have to find the right fit. People build this persona in their head about being a certain rate being all hung up on the glamor. Sure, there's the act of saving people but dude, you are part of much larger team then just being a swimmer. I wanted to be a HM (corpsman). I worked at a hospital (xray) before I joined. I bailed from HM school 5 weeks in. Wasn't doing good in the academics so, I rung the bell. Had 2 choices. Go back to my old unit (small boat station), or go to a brand new 140ft ice breaker. I chose the ship. Put my papers in to go to RM "A" school or AM "A" school. less then 30 days of submitting my papers, I was off to my calling. RM school (they were short RM's at the time). Rather you save a life jumping out of helo's or making the right decision and sending the bet asset to affect the rescue and be the voice backup for the asset you just sent out in harms way. There is NO SHAME whatsoever to have a change of heart. Sure, I wanted to be a HM, then a xray tech. But, it wasn't for me. So, working on fixed wing aircraft or being a Morse code hound, I found my calling, my sweet spot. I felt i was hot poo being able to copy dits and dahs like there was no tomorrow and people who couldn't' thought I was "cool" for being able to do it. It was enough to keep me in 20+ years. And at the end of the day, I hold as much respect for the guy or gal who makes me the perfect omelet every morning for months on end while the ship is rocking and rolling, then the guy who jumps out of a perfectly good helo and gets all the glamor. Not to dig on AST's but it's just one of many important cogs in the wheel bud. I felt the same way I turned down making CPO so I could retire and spend more time on land with my family. You made a difference. Rather you think you did or not. FWIW, we didn't have AST's back in my day. We has Aviation Survivalman (ASM's) but when it came to rescues, even as a SA/SN at a small boat station in the great lakes, I had to learn how to SWIM, even in thin ice, to go and pull someone in. I've been retired for over 22 years and I don't regret one damn thing. You just remember, you either directly save someone or indirectly save someone, never forget that. 73's.
So you enlist and then once you turn 21 can apply for officer school right? Then you can apply for jobs with an officer requirement
there are more requirements to become an officer
You also need a bachelor's degree.
@@tylerdownes2195 it’s 30 college credit hours as a 2nd Class. A undergrad is required for direct entry.
Do you need a high asvab score to get in
What was the hardest part of swimmer school? I know it's physically demanding, but does alot have to do with mental power?
mental
You should be asking people who actually completed the training that question.
Mental 100%. Like navy seal training. My son new nothing had no plans for life and graduated seal training and became a man. He said it’s basically the same minus a few things. He said bonds with other guys with you get u through the dark times
I was in navy rescue swimmer school, I’m telling u it’s not just mental you shouldn’t even have the thought of going through any special operations unless u are 110% committed. You have to go in the mindset of no matter what happens I’m not quitting. And if u have that then the only thing that’s gonna stop u is not being in good enough shape or injuries, and injuries have a lot to do with your body just not used to the training. I got injured twice and then performance dropped a week before graduation for not making the time on an eval. You have to be prepared, killing pt scores running and swimming multiple miles a day a ton of calisthenics and lifting heavy building strength in your legs. If u are having trouble with your pst u are not ready. That’s the easiest thing u will do all part of training and I can’t tell u how many guys came in not prepared at all.
"One Thing"!!!
What was your 500m time going into a school
So what workout would you recommend doing for the brick evolution? I’m really interested in joining the coast guard and becoming a rescue swimmer I believe it’s my calling from god I’m 22 iv tried many jobs after how schools but nothing ever satisfied me I always go back to thinking about being a rescue swimmer. I’m studying hard for the asvab hour a day for 2 months with workouts 7 days a week.
If you have a brick at your local pool, just do some swimming with it above the water while you do sidestroke.... if you don’t have a brick buy one their pretty cheap on Amazon
By the way I’m in the same boat as you. Taking the asvab hopefully in September- good luck friend
@@MckennaSpotsAviation good luck to you too! Math is my kicker so I’m studying super hard now since I took it once and kinda know how the test is math is definitely my weakness
@@garrettmiller9200 same here man 🤣 do you know where I could study for the Asvab? Like a website that will help with knowing what we need for rescue swimming
@@MckennaSpotsAviation I don’t know website for what to know for rescue swimming but I do have a website I am using for the asvab and it gives you step by step parts for the math
Are there any enlistment bonuses for the coast guard? If so how much and for what occupation?
If only there were professionals called recruiters who could answer your question.
@@gboyce975 Only problem is all the recruiting offices have been closed smartass.
@@JohnDoe-cd6ro They still have email genius. Maybe you should consider other careers.
@@JohnDoe-cd6ro Don't join for the money you will regret it.
Have you ever considered becoming a PA? You already have all the skills, you damn near do Public Relations pro-bono for the CG.
right i should be getitng paid more
Watching his videos makes me glad my son already joined, because his PR is going to make more people want to join and make it harder to get in. His videos are amazing because they are about so much more than joining the Coast Guard. They are about navigating your life.
Hey everyone im going to Boot Camp in May and i cant wait! I can take any job i want. But i was wondering what jobs are good for bieng home on the weekends so i can pursue some of my hobbies? I understand and im willing to not be home everyday and to not be free all weekends etc, but some jobs must have all that more than others anyone have advice?
Ive made videos talking about this already :-)
Alright illl check them out thank you!
I know 3 guys who tried. Only one made it.
Let’s do a navy Vs coastguard video
just sent you an email
Does anyone know all of the certs you can get as an it.
Most typically Net+ and Sec+ but you can get many different certs.
@@militaryjourneymen thank you. Do the certs transfer to civilian.
@@jjrod2015 Do your own research. You can get an answer to your question WAY faster from google than you can when commenting and waiting for someone to respond.
So they teach u how to code in IT A school?
No
How much did the baby brick weigh
i think 5lbs
Do you know how to breathe properly when running?
yes sir.
@@militaryjourneymen could you quickly brief it to me
@@militaryjourneymen dont you just breathe thru your stomach instead of the chest? Where did you find this in your reesearch?
Hunter S. Don’t find yourself skip breathing.
why was coast guard boot camp mentally hard?
Every boot camp is physically demanding (some more than others). But the USCG adds academics. I went though basic in the early 80’s, and I think it’s a bit different now, but I don’t think it’s a huge difference today. Week 5 was “hell week” (the USCG version of the Marine Corps “Crucible”). Hell week we slept maybe two hours out of 24, and it went on for 7 days. The PT was brutal that week as well, and we got smoked every day with M1 Garands, not a modern 7 pound rifle. And during all this, we had to maintain our academic standards. At least that’s my take. Your mileage may vary.
Ma man u didnt quit u chose happiness over work
chose family
Military Journeymen i have the same struggles rn too u really gave me hope. At the moment i tot air rescue was what i wanted but now i see theres more to it. Thank u
I really wish you just pushed though the one thing because it seems like you were really solid otherwise the instructors would see you pushing through and appreciate that
You always look like you’re at the brink of crying
I volunteered. And my Motto is I'm not A Quitter I am Number Four Rescueswimmer4
Word. What I saw in Rescue Swimmer School was they wanted to know if you were going to quit. You had to be physical tough, but anyone can train up to that point. What they really wanted was mental toughness. We couldn't have people who were going to give up out in the middle of the ocean.
11 minutes of the same excuses every DOR has. It’s more respectable to just admit you couldn’t hack it. At least that’s honest.
I'm 12 and I'm going to be a rescue swimmer
Nice!
You were not the typo of person that makes a rescue swimmer.
There is no type. Anyone can do anything. We all have everything inside of us. It takes experience and dedication.
try joining the marines... let me know how that goes for ya
nty :-)
ITS NOT CALLED RESCUE SWIMMER SCHOOL LMAO ITS CALLED AST SCHOOL OR A SCHOOL
thank you dit wit
Always do a job that you can take to the civilian world.