During the 14 weeks of basic training do you require to know how to swim
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Date asked: Sunday, November 10, 2019
Last reviewed: Monday, November 11, 2019
Kieran U.
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You do not need to know how to swim prior to joining the Army. During Phase 1 training you will be taught how to swim to the standard of passing a MST (Military Swim Test). This includes treading water for 2 mins and swimming 2 lengths of a pool.
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