Swab mornings

gglock08 · 06-17-2008, 08:03 PM

What is a typical Swab Summer morning like? When do we wake up, how much time do we have to get ready, and what are we 'allowed' to do in the morning (I assume it's shower, teeth, shave, dress?)

And are we allowed to set our watch alarm to get up 5 minutes early or is that frowned upon and can we get in trouble for that?

Bossf51 · 06-18-2008, 08:03 AM

6 am Gentle wake up by your cadre

6:10am Leisurely shower, 20 minute maximum

6:30 am Free time to check your email, facebook, AIM

7:00 am Breakfast with your company, free time to chat with your cadre about life on the Eagle

7:30 am Optional calisthenics...if you don't feel like it, you can sack out for an additional 30 minutes

HA HA HA

gglock08 · 06-18-2008, 09:47 AM

haha i like the "gentle wake up"

Bossf51 · 06-18-2008, 01:01 PM

Ha ha...actually you get up at 6, have about ten minutes to get ready, do cals, etc. etc. etc. Your whole day is mapped out on grids prior to swab summer, depending on your company...you'll have precious little free time and constantly on the move.

br2011 · 06-21-2008, 07:33 AM

its more like 60 seconds to be out of bed, dressed in gym gear and counted off on the bulkhead. 3 min to pee, then an hour of cals followed by breakfast

gglock08 · 06-21-2008, 11:42 AM

How many times per day do we shower? Are they all timed? Is there ever free time to walk around the campus or take an extra shower, or is everything done only per your schedule?

kp2001 · 06-21-2008, 12:16 PM

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Is there ever free time to walk around the campus or take an extra shower, or is everything done only per your schedule?

Did you ever visit the campus or even really look into what you are getting yourself into before applying? I'm not trying to belittle you, but some of your questions have me pondering your understanding of what you signed up for.

gglock08 · 06-21-2008, 12:30 PM

Yes I visited the campus but I must admit that the tour given was rather sloppy and non-informative. We never entered any buildings, and I was rather disappointed with the cadet's who ran it. I am using this site to fill the void of what I missed during my limited timed visit, and I assure you I know what I am getting myself into; I merely want to know what to expect. No harm is every caused in preparing for anything. I don't think there is anything wrong with asking what a typical SWAB Summer Daily schedule is, and just exactly what types of freedoms, if any, we have.

haroldg48 · 06-21-2008, 01:48 PM

gglock08 --

Here's the official word:
"Summer Training
Swab Summer

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Swab Summer is a seven-week traditional military indoctrination. It is designed to help young civilian students transition into the lifestyle of Coast Guard Academy cadets. The training process starts with general military skills and physical conditioning. The training continues with seamanship, swimming and academics. Through the process, students develop self-discipline, military bearing and esprit de corps (the spirit of the corps). They also begin to understand the Coast Guard's Core Values of Honor, Respect and Devotion to Duty."

Based on my own experience with Basic training in the Army, you will have little or no free time; everything will be on a schedule.

If you really think the tour/orientation was sloppy and non-informative, you need to talk to somone in admisssions before next weekend, to make sure you aren't making a mistake.

This is entry into a new way of life, that will be painful for all, but will hurt doubly for those that don't understand the concept.

We're all pulling for you, but this is an odd time to be asking those kinds of questions!

gglock08 · 06-21-2008, 05:38 PM

I have a good amount of military background with CAP and the Encampments I've been to. Thank you for your answers.