What to expect from the Air Force Special Warfare Prep Course (AFSW PREP)
This 8 Week Course is designed for BMT graduates who have selected the PJ, CCT, SR or TACP career fields. its purpose is to assist in preparing students for their Course Of Initial Entry (COIE). Candidates will be trained by a world-class athletic training staff in a state of the art facility: Run coaches, swim coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, sports psychologist, dietitians, physical therapists and more.
A sample training day;
0430-0600 Breakfast
0630-0700 Buss to Pool
0700-0900 Swim/Pool Skills
0900-0930 Buss to AFSW Facility
0945-1115 Run
1145-1230 Lunch
1230-1340 Range of Motion & Mobility
1400-1530 Strength and Conditioning
1530-1630 Classroom Academics
Additionally, recruits should expect periodic physical evaluations while attending this course. The numbers below are suggested minimums, every recruit will be expected to give 100% at all times.
SAMPLE AFSW PREP EVAL
Pull Ups 11
Push Ups 58
Sit Ups 58
3 Mile Run 21:00
1500 Meter Fin (L.A.T.A.) 28:30
Recruits will also participate in frequent "Ruck Marches." A recommended goal for a 4 mile ruck is 56-60 minutes.
Is it true that prior service don't go to prep?
Yes, It is true. At this time Non-Prior Service (NPS) are the only ones participating in the Special Warfare Prep Course. However, you may be able to work with your recruiter and see if it is possible to Enter Active Duty a few weeks prior to your official start date. Hopefully, this would allow you to spend some time with the Cadre/Wing Developers before you begin your course.