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Phantasos · 09-27-2010, 19:44

Gentelmen,
I'm sure I might touch on things that have been mentioned somewhere on this site-but here are some collective and hopefully helpful thoughts:

One of the first things that come to mind are socks. Bring as many of them as you can; I believe I brought over 10 pairs. Just like many threads here say- keeping your feet in good shape will make you or break you.
This goes without saying, but don't bring boots that you just purchased from the PX. You might laugh, but it happend. Bring in boots that you could be comfortable in for days.
For the winter classes, maintaining body heat is very important. Stay dry when possible and always be prepared to snivel/de-snivel.
Positive attitude is key, if you are a good judge of character- as the course progresses you will see who maintains a positive attitude and who doesn't. Don't be the guy who is always complaining.
Cadre put out rules, regulations, and standards for a reason. Without being too specific, not adhering to the rules shows poorly on you, even if it seems minuscule, you think no one is watching or "everyone else is doing it". Remember if you are selected you will see some of the same people you were in SFAS with in the SFQC.
When in charge take charge; Otherwise let the leadership do their job- but don't be afraid to provide input if needed.
Make sure you have a firm grasp on land navigation before you come to SFAS. Bring a good map case with good markers.
Do not come to SFAS in poor physical shape. Be prepared to run, ruck, and maybe ruck run if needed. You WILL be a burden to your fellow peers if you are weak, guaranteed.
Active stretch before each event(this was very important for winter class). And stretch after each event to prevent injury. Lots of good guys get injured. Always be cognizant of what your body is telling you.
Be humble.

For me, SFAS was at the time the apex of my career. Keep the mindset that the Cadre will have to take you out in a body bag before you VW, and you should should be set.

Good luck guys,
Phantasos
Class 004-10 (Jan 2010)

09-27-2010, 19:44	#3
Phantasos SF Candidate Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Merca' Posts: 19	Advice Gentelmen, I'm sure I might touch on things that have been mentioned somewhere on this site-but here are some collective and hopefully helpful thoughts: One of the first things that come to mind are socks. Bring as many of them as you can; I believe I brought over 10 pairs. Just like many threads here say- keeping your feet in good shape will make you or break you. This goes without saying, but don't bring boots that you just purchased from the PX. You might laugh, but it happend. Bring in boots that you could be comfortable in for days. For the winter classes, maintaining body heat is very important. Stay dry when possible and always be prepared to snivel/de-snivel. Positive attitude is key, if you are a good judge of character- as the course progresses you will see who maintains a positive attitude and who doesn't. Don't be the guy who is always complaining. Cadre put out rules, regulations, and standards for a reason. Without being too specific, not adhering to the rules shows poorly on you, even if it seems minuscule, you think no one is watching or "everyone else is doing it". Remember if you are selected you will see some of the same people you were in SFAS with in the SFQC. When in charge take charge; Otherwise let the leadership do their job- but don't be afraid to provide input if needed. Make sure you have a firm grasp on land navigation before you come to SFAS. Bring a good map case with good markers. Do not come to SFAS in poor physical shape. Be prepared to run, ruck, and maybe ruck run if needed. You WILL be a burden to your fellow peers if you are weak, guaranteed. Active stretch before each event(this was very important for winter class). And stretch after each event to prevent injury. Lots of good guys get injured. Always be cognizant of what your body is telling you. Be humble. For me, SFAS was at the time the apex of my career. Keep the mindset that the Cadre will have to take you out in a body bag before you VW, and you should should be set. Good luck guys, Phantasos Class 004-10 (Jan 2010) __________________ "Every man is free to rise as far as he's able or willing, but the degree to which he thinks determines the degree to which he'll rise." "Wealth is the product of man's capacity to think." -Ayn Rand Last edited by Phantasos; 09-28-2010 at 10:06.
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