Training
Initial training for Band members is different from that required of other trades in the Navy.
It usually consists of approximately 2 weeks Basic Common Training compared to the normal 14-week course attended by other recruits. This course will provide you with a basic knowledge of the Navy and its traditions. The Basic Training period has a substantial physical element and you will need to be physically fit to attend this course.
There is also a requirement to complete a 2-week Damage Control course. This involves fire-fighting and damage control training at the Navy's Damage Control School, a specialized training facility.
