Preparing For Royal Navy Selection

[Speedy1995]

Hi guys,

I have sent my application to the RN and I received an e-mail basically saying that they will be sending my details to my local careers office. They will then contact me about a date for a recruitment test. I practised one of these online and got 27/32 which could be better but certainly isn't disastrous. Fitness wise my push-ups and sit-ups are nearly there but the run is shocking. I run on a treadmill at a pace to do 2.4k in under the target time. Currently I can only manage 1.2k, I know that it's shocking but I've only just started back at the gym so hopefully in a couple of weeks I'll be laughing.

The aim is at the minute to really improve the fitness and start outdoor running also. Academics side I've starting researching the job role more (Engineer-Submariner) and am hoping to try and visit a submarine or at least a museum. Quals wise I've got a fair few GCSE's, all the core ones are at C-B so I should be ok there. Also I've got a BTEC that's equivalent to I believe two B's and a C at A-Level.

Apart from improving the diabolical fitness and doing more research, what else should I be focusing on.

Feel free to give me as much st as you want about my fitness, I can take it

Thanks.

[Speedy1995]

This is all great advice. I'm looking in to getting some running shoes as my Adidas Originals however they look good just really aren't up to it. Once I have them I'll be out doors on rest days. Also as far as a the recruitment process goes the main thing I gather they want is a can do attitude who will fit in. Not too bossy or quiet in a team environment.

As far as Submarine living standards are concerned I think that It'll be a shock to the system but nothing I can't adapt to and learn to cope with. Also it'll make me appreciate the outside world more.

Any more advice would be mega!
Thanks

[Speedy1995]

This is all great advice. I'm looking in to getting some running shoes as my Adidas Originals however they look good just really aren't up to it. Once I have them I'll be out doors on rest days. Also as far as a the recruitment process goes the main thing I gather they want is a can do attitude who will fit in. Not too bossy or quiet in a team environment.

As far as Submarine living standards are concerned I think that It'll be a shock to the system but nothing I can't adapt to and learn to cope with. Also it'll make me appreciate the outside world more.

Any more advice would be mega!
Thanks

[Speedy1995]

I know it sounds very immature but for me a submarine is on the same page as a space shuttle. There such amazing engineering feats and being able to work on one and just be able to say you've even been on one is amazing. I'm forever recording documentaries about them on TiVo etc.

I did apply for RAF at officer level last year as everyone said don't go for a submarine it's too cramped. Being the cocky little st I was I chose officer level, I made it to interview and he said I gave a fantastic interview but due to the fact I was 18 and hadn't been in a position of responsibility before he didn't want to take the chance of putting me through a costly training programme. So I thought fk it I'll go for the service I want in a trade that's likely to lead on to greater thing either in a civilian or forces role.

[Speedy1995]

I know it sounds very immature but for me a submarine is on the same page as a space shuttle. There such amazing engineering feats and being able to work on one and just be able to say you've even been on one is amazing. I'm forever recording documentaries about them on TiVo etc.

I did apply for RAF at officer level last year as everyone said don't go for a submarine it's too cramped. Being the cocky little st I was I chose officer level, I made it to interview and he said I gave a fantastic interview but due to the fact I was 18 and hadn't been in a position of responsibility before he didn't want to take the chance of putting me through a costly training programme. So I thought fk it I'll go for the service I want in a trade that's likely to lead on to greater thing either in a civilian or forces role.

[Speedy1995]

MR Kirbyz said:

Just popping into this thread as I'm in the same boat as you (see what I did there). I've just passed the test and interview so if you have any questions just ask.

I've got the psychometric test next Tuesday. As I say I've done one online and scored 27 out of 32. What was it like? I imagine it to be like a driving theory test but stricter on paper work. How many people where in there ? How long did it last etc.

[Speedy1995]

I just want to give everyone, experienced or not a big thanks for all the advice, I'm not looking for any easy way to do this or anyway to avoid "a knob with gold on his shoulders shouting". I've planned in what order I'm going to prepare for things so I can be the best I can, I won't be the best there is by any stretch but I'll have a fking good crack at it.

Anyway I have the RT (Recruitment Test) on Tuesday. I've done some practise questions and am currently sorting out my paper work and trying to find more on line. So if anyone's interested I'll let you know how I do on Tuesday and then I can prepare for the next bridge to cross.

Anyway, this has all been much appreciated so thank you for the advice and watch this space.
Thanks.

[Speedy1995]

Passed the recruitment test. I was told It had a very strict mark boundary and I passed it comfortably so I'm fairly chuffed with it toe honest. I've got my interview on Monday so hopefully I'll get that.

Fitness wise I'm in the gym 3-4 times a week and I'm getting loads better. I've also started running out doors as well.

[Speedy1995]

Had my interview today I passed it! He told me I needed to do more research and improve my fitness which I completely agree with. He set me a target for the run of 9 minutes 40 seconds which I will achieve even if it kills me . He gave me a lot of paperwork to do which was quite intimidating but overall a good result.