CANDIDATE HANDBOOK

This handbook is designed to help you understand the structure, expectations, and procedures you'll encounter during your journey as a candidate. Success requires commitment, preparation, and adherence to the guidelines provided here.

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Chain of command

Candidate Team Leads: Your first point of contact for day-to-day issues and guidance.
Special Warfare Recruiter (SWR): Responsible for your recruitment process and initial training coordination.
Special Warfare Developer: Oversees your development, assesses your progress, and provides recommendations.

Appropriate Attire

Athletic Wear: Shorts, swim trunks, and a t-shirt. In cold weather, “warmies” (thermal wear) will be approved.
Footwear: Running shoes.
Water Bottle: 1 gal Arizona Iced Tea jug with a mixture of water and electrolytes.
Mask/Snorkel: (optional)
Fins/Booties: (optional)

Gear Management, Labeling, & Staging

Identification: No later than your 2nd training session, your last name must be stenciled on the front and back of your t-shirt prior to the start of training. Team Leads will also have "TL" stenciled on their sleeves.
Water Bottles: No later than your 2nd training session, you will have a 1gal Arizona Iced Tea jug with the first four letters of your last name stenciled on the cap and fully topped off with a mixture of water and electrolytes.
Additional Gear: Any bag brought to training must be properly packed with nothing hanging from or off it.
Staging During Land Development: All water bottles and training gear will be neatly organized and staged as directed by the Field Developer.
Staging During Pool Development: Water bottles and pool gear will be neatly organized and staged in the following manner: Fins stacked and grounded on the edge of the pool with booties tucked into cups. Mask will be placed face up over the fin cups, with snorkel and water bottle to the left side when viewing from the front.

Four Pillars of Human Performance

The Four Pillars of Human Performance form the foundation of our Special Warfare Development Training. These pillars are integral to preparing candidates for the physical and mental demands of Special Warfare roles. Understanding and applying these principles will help you achieve peak performance and maintain long-term success in your training and career

Fitness

What It Is: Physical fitness encompasses strength, endurance, agility, and flexibility.
Why It Matters: High levels of physical fitness are essential to meet the rigorous demands of Special Warfare tasks and to perform effectively in high-stress environments.
Application in Training: Our training programs include a variety of exercises designed to improve cardiovascular health, build muscle strength, and enhance overall physical endurance. This includes running, swimming, weightlifting, and bodyweight exercises.

Mindset

What It Is: Mindset involves resilience, focus, stress management, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Why It Matters: A strong mindset is critical for making quick decisions, maintaining composure, and staying focused during challenging situations.
Application in Training: Training sessions incorporate mental challenges, stress inoculation exercises, and scenarios that simulate real-world pressures. This helps develop the mental fortitude required for Special Warfare operations.

Nutrition

What It Is: Nutrition involves consuming a balanced diet that provides the necessary vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients to fuel and recover the body.
Why It Matters: Proper nutrition supports physical performance, enhances recovery, and maintains overall health.
Application in Training: Candidates are educated on meal planning, hydration strategies, and nutrient timing. Emphasis is placed on eating whole foods that support sustained energy levels and optimal recovery.

Recovery

What It Is: Recovery includes practices that help the body and mind heal and adapt after intense training sessions.
Why It Matters: Effective recovery is crucial to prevent injuries, reduce fatigue, and ensure consistent performance improvements.
Application in Training: Recovery protocols include structured rest periods, active recovery sessions, stretching, mobility work, and sleep hygiene education. Candidates are encouraged to prioritize sleep and hydration to facilitate optimal recovery.

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