Future Sailor Preparatory Course

Feb. 20, 2024 | By James Friel

Future Sailor Preparatory Course

The Future Sailor Preparatory Course is a program built to increase the performance of civilians by providing the tools and training to meet the standards for Navy recruits.

The program consists of two courses – Fitness Skills Development and Academic Skills Development. Each course has a dedicated curriculum put together by experts to provide participants with skills they need to progress to potential Sailors.

FSPC is about improving performance and reducing barriers to enlistment by ensuring recruits meet all requirements prior to basic training.

Future Sailors will go through in-processing or “P days” up to day 4 before joining their program division. Each course is three weeks long and include benchmark assessments to ensure Future Sailors meet standards and are fully prepared to move on into a Basic Military Training Division.

Future Sailor Preparatory Course - Academic Skills Development

Who can enter into FSPC for academics?

Recruits who scored 10 - 30 on their ASVAB

What does the academic program include?

Courses in foundational math, algebra, geometry, reading comprehension, and vocabulary Physical training and some Sailorization courses to best prepare them for basic military training
Split between classroom instruction, small-group study hall, one-on-one instruction, and computer-based remediation

How long is the academic track?

Three weeks for main program

Participants may be recycled up to a 90-day max

Recruits will move on to Basic Military Training upon a 10 point increase on their ASVAB score

Recruits may pick a new rating with their improved ASVAB scores

Recruits arrive to RTC already contracted to a rating or the Professional Apprenticeship Career Tracks (PACT) program

Academic Resources

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Future Sailor Preparatory Course - Fitness Skills Development

Who can enter into FSPC for fitness?

Recruits who are between 2% and 6% above the DoD body fat standards for accessions

What does the fitness program include?

Classes on nutrition, sleep hygiene, and elements of Warrior Toughness
A specialized training regimen developed with the Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System
Low impact, scalable, low-to-no equipment workouts.
Build healthy habits throughout your career while getting into fighting shape

How long is the fitness track?

Three weeks for main program
Participants may be recycled up to a 90-day max
Recruits will move on to Basic Military Training upon meeting body composition standards

Fitness Resources

Developed in partnership by the Navy and EXOS (formerly Athlete’s Performance Institute), The Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System (NOFFS) provides the Navy with a “best in class” physical fitness and nutrition program for Sailors and Future Sailors.


NOFFS Operational APP	NOFFS Strength APP	NOFFS Endurance APP	NOFFS Sandbag APP
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