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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” the week prior to joining FSPC. 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 below a 31 on their ASVAB may be eligible for FSPC-A based upon the needs of the Navy.

What does the academic program include?

Courses in foundational math, algebra, geometry, reading comprehension, vocabulary, physical training and some Sailorization courses to best prepare them for Basic Military Training (BMT).
The course is divided into classroom instruction, small-group study hall and one-on-one instruction.

How long is the academic track?

Three weeks for main program.

Recruits may be allowed to repeat the program up to 2 times to increase their score and meet enlistment requirements.

Recruits may have the opportunity to reclassify and pick a new rating with their ASVAB score.

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

Future Sailor Preparatory Course - Fitness Skills Development

Who can enter into FSPC for fitness?

Recruits who are up to 6% above Department of the Navy 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 remain in the program for up to 90 days to achieve body composition standards
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 Main Website	NOFFS Strength APP	NOFFS Endurance APP	NOFFS Sandbag APP
NOFFS Website	Google Play Store Apple App Store	Google Play Store Apple App Store	Google Play Store Apple App Store

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