Do I need to be able to swim to do officer training at Sandhurst? Either as a reservist or in general? Thanks
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I'd like to be as physically prepared as possible for training but swimming lessons are expensive so I'm focusing on running and strength training
Name A. asked a question to Reserves
Date asked: Sunday, July 11, 2021
Last reviewed: Friday, July 16, 2021
Jen C.
Reservist Brigade SO2 SPS
Hi, if you are a non swimmer you will struggle to pass the military swim test but there will be opportunities to get better at swimming whilst at RMAS.
Friday, July 16, 2021
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