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===10 miler=== |
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A {{convert|10|mi|km|adj=on}} march conducted as a squad over undulating terrain. Each candidate carries a {{convert|35|lb|abbr=on}} |
A {{convert|10|mi|km|adj=on}} march conducted as a squad over undulating terrain. Each candidate carries a {{convert|35|lb|abbr=on}} 'bergen' backpack (not including water) and a rifle, which weighs 5kg. The march is to be completed in under 1 hour 50 minutes for Regulars, and 2 hours for Army Reserves. |
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===Trainasium=== |
===Trainasium=== |
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A unique assault course set {{convert| |
A unique assault course set {{convert|60|ft|m}} above the ground, designed to test a candidate's suitability for military parachuting, and their ability to overcome fear and follow simple orders at considerable height. This is the only event which is a straight pass or fail; all the other events are scored. |
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===Log Race=== |
===Log Race=== |
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===2 Mile March=== |
===2 Mile March=== |
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An individual effort over {{convert|2|mi|km}} of undulating terrain, carrying a {{convert|35|lb|abbr=on}} bergen (not including water), rifle, combat jacket, and helmet. |
An individual effort over {{convert|2|mi|km}} of undulating terrain, carrying a {{convert|35|lb|abbr=on}} bergen (not including water), rifle, combat jacket, and helmet. Regular candidates have 18 minutes to complete the run, Army Reserve candidates have 19 minutes. |
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===Steeplechase=== |
===Steeplechase=== |
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A timed {{convert|2.2|mi|km|adj=on}} cross-country run, followed by an [[assault course]]. The steeplechase is to be completed wearing a helmet and boots. |
A timed {{convert|2.2|mi|km|adj=on}} cross-country run, with water obstacles, followed by an [[assault course]]. The steeplechase is to be completed wearing a helmet and boots. The march must be completed in 19 minutes, Army Reserve candidates have 20 minutes 30 seconds. |
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===Milling=== |
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{{Main|Milling (military training exercise)}} |
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In this event, each candidate is paired with another of 'similar weight and build', and is given 60 seconds to demonstrate 'controlled physical aggression' in a milling contest - similar to boxing, except neither winning, losing, nor skill are pre-requisites of passing. Candidates are instead scored on their determination and aggression, while blocking and dodging result in points deducted. Candidates wear head |
In this event, each candidate is paired with another of 'similar weight and build', and is given 60 seconds to demonstrate 'controlled physical aggression' in a milling contest - similar to boxing, except neither winning, losing, nor skill are pre-requisites of passing. Candidates are instead scored on their determination and aggression, while blocking and dodging result in points deducted. Candidates wear head guards, gum shields and boxing gloves. |
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===20 Mile Endurance March=== |
===20 Mile Endurance March=== |
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A {{convert|20|mi|km|adj=on}} squadded march over the Catterick or Otterburn Training Areas. Candidates carry a {{convert|35|lb|abbr=on}} bergen (not including water) and a rifle. The march must be completed in under 4 hours and 30 minutes. |
A {{convert|20|mi|km|adj=on}} squadded march over the [[Catterick Garrison|Catterick]] or [[Otterburn Training Area|Otterburn Training Areas]]. Candidates carry a {{convert|35|lb|abbr=on}} bergen (not including water) and a rifle, which weighs 5kg. The march must be completed in under 4 hours and 30 minutes. Army Reserve candidates do not undertake this event. |
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===Stretcher Race=== |
===Stretcher Race=== |
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Candidates are divided into teams of |
Candidates are divided into teams of 12 people, and have to carry a {{convert|176|lb|abbr=on}} stretcher over a distance of {{convert|5|mi|km}}, each individual candidate wears a helmet, webbing and a slung rifle. No more than 4 candidates carry the stretcher at any given time, swapping round at regular intervals so that all candidates carry the stretcher for a certain distance. |
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==Women== |
==Women== |
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Revision as of 13:02, 4 June 2023
Pegasus Company (also known as P Company or P Coy) is a training and selection organisation of the British Armed Forces based at the Infantry Training Centre, Catterick, North Yorkshire. P Coy run the 'Pre-Parachute Selection' courses for Parachute Regiment recruits and regular and reserve personnel from across the UK armed forces who volunteer to serve in a parachute role within 16 Air Assault Brigade.
Background
Pre-Parachute Selection must be undertaken by all British Army candidates for parachute training who have not already undergone a strenuous form of training, such as UK Special Forces or the All Arms Commando Course.
Training at P Coy culminates in a series of eight tests undertaken over a 5-day period (starting on a Wednesday and finishing on a Tuesday, with the weekend off). For recruits directly joining the Parachute Regiment, the tests are attempted at week 21 of training, All-Arms candidates attempt the tests after two and a half weeks of build-up training.
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates participate in the Basic Parachute course which is conducted with assistance from the Parachute Training Support Unit (PTSU) on the base of RAF Brize Norton, Oxfordshire.[1]
Eight Tests
All events are scored, except the trainasium event which is a straight pass or fail. The total score required to pass is 45, with 10 points (maximum) being awarded for each test.[2]
10 miler
A 10-mile (16 km) march conducted as a squad over undulating terrain. Each candidate carries a 35 lb (16 kg) 'bergen' backpack (not including water) and a rifle, which weighs 5kg. The march is to be completed in under 1 hour 50 minutes for Regulars, and 2 hours for Army Reserves.
Trainasium
A unique assault course set 60 feet (18 m) above the ground, designed to test a candidate's suitability for military parachuting, and their ability to overcome fear and follow simple orders at considerable height. This is the only event which is a straight pass or fail; all the other events are scored.
Log Race
A team event, in which eight people carry a log (a telegraph pole) weighing 60 kg over 1.9 miles (3.1 km) of undulating terrain. Candidates wear a helmet and webbing. This is supposed to be one of the hardest events. Points are awarded for determination, aggression and leadership.
2 Mile March
An individual effort over 2 miles (3.2 km) of undulating terrain, carrying a 35 lb (16 kg) bergen (not including water), rifle, combat jacket, and helmet. Regular candidates have 18 minutes to complete the run, Army Reserve candidates have 19 minutes.
Steeplechase
A timed 2.2-mile (3.5 km) cross-country run, with water obstacles, followed by an assault course. The steeplechase is to be completed wearing a helmet and boots. The march must be completed in 19 minutes, Army Reserve candidates have 20 minutes 30 seconds.
Milling
In this event, each candidate is paired with another of 'similar weight and build', and is given 60 seconds to demonstrate 'controlled physical aggression' in a milling contest - similar to boxing, except neither winning, losing, nor skill are pre-requisites of passing. Candidates are instead scored on their determination and aggression, while blocking and dodging result in points deducted. Candidates wear head guards, gum shields and boxing gloves.
20 Mile Endurance March
A 20-mile (32 km) squadded march over the Catterick or Otterburn Training Areas. Candidates carry a 35 lb (16 kg) bergen (not including water) and a rifle, which weighs 5kg. The march must be completed in under 4 hours and 30 minutes. Army Reserve candidates do not undertake this event.
Stretcher Race
Candidates are divided into teams of 12 people, and have to carry a 176 lb (80 kg) stretcher over a distance of 5 miles (8.0 km), each individual candidate wears a helmet, webbing and a slung rifle. No more than 4 candidates carry the stretcher at any given time, swapping round at regular intervals so that all candidates carry the stretcher for a certain distance.
Women
In 2020 Capt Rosie Wild RHA became the first woman to pass Pre-Parachute Selection.[3]
In 2022 Addy Carter of 16 Medical Regiment became the first female enlisted soldier to pass Pre-Parachute Selection.[4]
References
- ^ "Our Schools and Colleges". www.army.mod.uk. Retrieved 21 February 2020.
- ^ McGrath, Sam (20 July 2012). The Para Fitness Guide. Bloomsbury Publishing. ISBN 978-1-78200-177-5.
- ^ Beale, Jonathan (18 February 2020). "'Trailblazer' woman is first to pass Para course". BBC News. Retrieved 21 February 2020.
- ^ PA, Helen William; Pitts, Stephen (23 October 2022). "Hereford soldier first female to pass Airborne Forces test". GloucestershireLive.
External links
- "Pegasus Company: Test Week". British Army.