"Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek."

— Mario Andretti

Class 13-10, which will begin February 20th, 2009

(We are sorry but at this time class 13-10 is Closed for new enrollments)

tvymadjutant@tvym.us

Below are the names of the prospective Recruits for Class13-10 starting 20 Feb, 2009. Good Luck Recruits!

Recruit Training class 13-10 will start on Feb, 20th 2009, this recruit class will be held every Saturday and Sunday for 9 weeks for a total of 148.7 training hours From 0900 to 1500 or 9:00am to 3:00pm). The National Headquarters standards are 26 hours of recruit training, our unit has advanced training standards for our recruits. The Commanding Officer has final say so on who can attend Recruit training, if you are trying to register into our unit because your local Young Marines unit is full or not running a recruit training. And then wish to transfer after going through our training, this practice will not be tolerated and you may find yourself discharged without a unit. Below are some of what our Recruits will learn:

Recruit Training consists of:

1. Young Marine History
2. Marine Corps History
3. Marine Corps General Knowledge
4. Marine Corps & Young Marines Rank Structure
5. Young Marines & Marine Corps customs & Courtesy
6. Drug Demand Reduction
7. Land Navigation Compass& Azimuths (Brunton Compass)
8. Land Navigation Map, Compass & GPS (Military Lensatic Compass)
9. Rope Management (Rappelling)
10. Nutrition & Health
11. Squad & Platoon Drill
12. The U.S. Constitution
13. The Declaration of Independence
14. The American Flag (Courtesies and care)
15. Wildlife Dangers
16. Physical Conditioning
17. Wildlife and Insect dangers (United States)
18. Stranger danger and self protection
19. US History
20. Leadership training (Guided Discussions)
21. Self Discipline
22. Respect and Etiquette

The Registration fee for new Recruits is between ($275.00) for Summer and ($300) for winter This is a one time fee (and depends on the supply and demand for uniforms and other items). The initail charge can be broken up into three seperate payments through recruit trainign. This fee is necessary to supply and uniform the new recruits for the Young Marines program. This fee includes the following:

Supplied by the Unit: (Winter Issue January through April)

• Woodland Camouflage Blouse (top)
• Woodland Camouflage Trousers (bottoms)
• Unit T-Shirt Blue (PT)
• Unit t-Shirt Green (Worn with Camouflage uniform)
• Unit sweats w/ black and white name tapes
• Black Jungle Boots
• Name tapes (green for Camoflage utilites)
• Young Marines ID Card
• Temecula Valley Young Marines Training Manual
• Online secure Practice testing
• Encampment fees for Recruit Training
• Two Overnight Encampments meals paid for
• Woodland Camouflage Cover
• Web Belt
• Boot Blousing Bands
• All Required Young Marines Patches

Supplied by the Unit: (Summer Issue Summer Issue)

• Woodland Camoflage Blouse (top)
• Woodland Camoflage Trousers (bottoms)
• Unit T-Shirt Blue (PT)
• Unit t-Shirt Green (Worn with Camouflage uniform)
• Black Jungle Boots
• Name tapes (green for Camoflage utilites)
• Young Marines ID Card
• Temecula Valley Young Marines Training Manual
• Online secure Practice testing
• Encampment fees for Recruit Training
• Two Overnight Encampments meals paid for
• Woodland Camouflage Cover
• Web Belt
• Boot Blousing Bands
• All Required Young Marines Patches

Recruit gear list

ALL Recruits need:

• Gear Bag (duffle bag, back pack, black or green)
• Notebook paper
• PT gear (good running shoes, Solid black shorts not school, namebrand or below the knee shorts soccer style is the best).
• Pen & pencil
• Toothbrush & toothpaste (You will brush your teeth after every meal)
• Soap
• Wash cloth
• Small towel
• Sunscreen
• Camelback Hydration system No water bottles or canteens plese.

  Female Recruits also need:

  • Hair brush
  • Hair bands (black, brown, or green)
  • Black sports bra
  • Feminine needs

  * Any medications need to be given to staff with signed release.

  ** Inhalers are to be carried by recruits.

The Annual Registration fee:

Currently the Annual registration fee is approximately $50.00 per Year This yearly registration fee is collected every mid-September. Our unit will be conducting fundraiser's all year long to help offset those who will need financial assistance within our unit and to help build up a savings fund. this fund is what keeps the Parents of Young marines from paying for food and necessities while we deploy or go on Encampments.

The Young Marines are a non-profit youth organization, a 501(c)3. Donations are tax deductible.

National Headquarters Required Forms for enrollment:

1. Paperwork Checklist
2. Emergency Contact
3. Authorization for Medical Treatment
4. Permission to Administer Medication
5. Physical Exam
6. Young Marine Contract & Obligation
7. Photo Release

These forms will need to be brought to your your first parent orientation meeting, if you have any questions you can bring them to the attention of the unit Adjutant at that time. Failure to provide the proper paperwork on time may deter your prospective Young Marine from joining at this time. All forms will be due at the follow up meeting on August 1st, 2009.

TVYM Recruit training FAQ's:

How do I join?

Parents can start by emailing the unit adjuatant at tvymadjutant@tvym.us and requesting to have a seat at our parent orientation. All parnets must attend the parent orientation class before their Young Marine can join this is a mandatory class.

Is there yelling?

Yes initially there is a lot of yelling but then it tapers down as the weeks go by and everyone starts to become one team.

Can I miss any days in Recruit Training?

Since the Academics in Recruit training are stringent you are allowed to miss only (2) excused absences from Recruit Training if you miss more than (2) days you may be recycled to the next Recruit Class.

What can I do to prepare for the Recruit training?

You can start by losing weight if you are overweight (Please see a doctor for a good healthy diet change), Stay Healthy, run, do pushups and prepare your mind "you can do this".

What should my parents know?

They should ensure all Medical documents are prepared and ready (to include blood type). They should be ready to hear that you hate it but, reassure you that it will be ok (keep taking you to recruit training). Have Emergency contacts. Mark down on the Calendar when the parent meetings are. If they miss they will have to wait until the following year.You must remember that once Recruit training is over it is all fun and adventure after that... But you have to learn first!

Do I have to study?

Oh Yes!! We have a difficult Academic schedule and you will learn a lot you will listen and take notes in your Recruit Training manual. You will do just fine. The TVYM Staff and Young Marines are there to help you succeed!

Can I get promoted in Recruit Training?

Not in Recruit Training but the Commanding Officer does promote the Guide, Squad Leaders, Highest Academic and Highest PFT.

Can I be the Guide or Squad Leader?

Yes, Some recruits may los the same job 2 or 3 times. But they keep trying! These are hard and demanding jobs once you get it you want to try and keep it if you lose it don't get upset just try and get the job back.

How can I be a Guide or Squad Leader?

You are hand picked by the Senior Drill Instructor for these positions, once you have them you must maintain a high level of bearing, motivation and leadership. If you get fired try and get the job back don't take it personally don't quit Recruit Training. You must be organized and have the ability to get up in front of others and take charge, be academically above your squad, maintain a high PFT and be able to follow orders. Above all you must want to learn and maintain a "C" average or higher in your local school as well.

Is Recruit Training hard?

Yes, it is a challenge Physically, Mentally and Academically.

What time do we meet and how long is the training?

Recruit Training is every Saturday and Sunday from 0900 to 1500 (3pm) for 9 weeks. After that Drill is every first weekend and every 3rd Saturday of the month (3 times a month). Unless we have a special event drill can be from 3 days to 10 days a month. There will be two overnights during the 10-08 Recruit Training. The first over President Day weekend, the second is Washington's Birthday. (the Mondays are holidays there is no school). Drills will be from Saturday 0900 to Sunday 1600 on the overnight weekends. These two overnight encampments are mandatory classes to graduate recruit training.

Do we get to do a lot of fun things?

Yes, we travel all over and we do many adventurous things. Some of which you will be doing in Recruit Training. We are a very busy unit and you can join in on any Adventure you like the only thing the Commanding Officer asks is that you show up to Drill's,Community Service and Fundraiser's. If you fail to show up he may not take you on a Deployment or Encampment.

For More information on our recruit training please email the unit Adjutant Mrs. Guiles at: tvymadjutant@tvym.us thank you.