Your #1 Resource for Army Basic Training

Welcome to USArmyBasic.com! Need help with improving your APFT or ASVAB score? We’ve got you covered. We also devote a big part of our site to the family of soldiers in basic training such as Basic Training Graduations.

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Popular Army Basic Training Areas

Looking to join the United States Army? USArmyBasic.com is your ultimate resource for all things Army Basic Training. Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness for the physical demands of basic training, prepare for the ASVAB test, or support your family member in basic training, we’ve got you covered.

Below are some excellent places to get started. But there is much more than that! Use the menu at the top of this page to get information on Basic Training Phases, Army Songs, our extensive Army blog, and much more!

Army Fitness

It’s not easy! Be prepared for the physical demands of basic training and improve your APFT score. This also includes army height and weight standards!

View Army Physical Fitness Pages

Army ASVAB

The ASVAB is a test you will be required to take before joining the Army. You will be unable to join if you do not score well enough.

View ASVAB Preparation Pages

For Families

Do you have a family member or friend who is in basic training? Learn how you can communicate, visit, and offer the most support for your soldier.

Go to the Family Information Page

Future Soldiers

Thinking about going to basic training? Already signed up? Our site will get you prepared, mentally and physically, for the best decision of your life.

Download the Future Soldier’s Handbook and get an inside scoop on what to expect in basic training–directly from the Army itself!

 

From the Army Basic Training Blog

We Are Marching By

Marching Cadence Let 'em blow let 'em blow Let the four winds blow Let 'em blow from east to west The US Army is the best Standing tall and looking good Ought to march in Hollywood Hold your head and hold it high ___ Platoon is marching by Close your eyes and hang...

Beating My Drum

Running Cadence Sittin' on a mountain top, beating my drum Beat it so hard that the MP's come I said MP, MP, don't arrest me Arrest that leg behind the tree He stole the whiskey, I stole the wine All I ever do is double-time

The Surprise Jump

Army Running Cadence Late last night, it was drizzling rain, Lying in bed I was feeling no pain. I heard a ringing in my head, It was the telephone, so I jumped from my bed. I tripped, stumbled, and said hello, My first sergeant said it was time to go. I got to the...