While at RSP, recruits do physical training to prepare for the rigors of BCT. This involves more in-depth training in D&C, and weapon-handling. Recruits may learn drills like combat formations and operations using “rubber ducks” (fake rubber weapons meant to feel like their real counterpart.)

What are the phases in RSP?

Broken down into five phases – red, white, blue, green and gold – the program all starts with going over the basics: marching, drill and ceremony, rank structure and military customs and courtesies. “It’s Army and Military 101,” Riley said, of the initial, or Red Phase, portion of the program.

Do you get a uniform at RSP?

An RSP uniform. You will get your Acus at basic. Yes the unit you are assigned to should provide a uniform. You will not receive use the same uniform as a soldier who’s been to basic but an altered uniform typically consisting of a t- shirt and jeans.

Is RSP required?

Contributions. The RSP is an optional, voluntary plan, funded by employee and/or employer contributions. You may contribute a portion of your taxable salary, excluding housing allowance, subject to the annual IRS dollar limit ($19,500 for 2021*). Earnings accrue on a tax-free basis.

Do you get paid for RSP drill?

RSP drills give you an opportunity to start getting comfortable with the terminology and protocols that are part of Guard service—and you will be getting paid for the time you spend at RSP.

Do they drug test you at RSP?

All ARNG MTOE and TDA units, to include the RSP, will conduct a minimum two hours of Substance Abuse Prevention training and drug testing to standard. b. Every assigned ARNG member will be drug tested at least once per fiscal year.

How many drills is good for a year?

Retirement Points Earned Per Year A “normal” year in the Guard or Reserves should be worth approximately 78 Retirement Points. This is broken down as: 15 Points – Annual Participation. 48 Points – 12 Monthly Drills (4 Drill Periods per month)

Does National Guard drug test before basic training?

The Army performs 100-percent drug testing once soldiers report to their advanced individual training site (AIT). Drug testing is completed on a random basis thereafter. The Army does not and will not test recruits at basic training.

What type of drug test does the National Guard do?

All active duty military servicemembers submit a urine sample for drug testing at least once a year. These drug tests screen for the presence of marijuana, amphetamines, and cocaine. In some cases, the urinalysis will screen for the presence of other drugs, including steroids, morphine, heroin, barbiturates, and LSD.

Can I miss a drill weekend?

You can’t miss a drill weekend during probation. You must acknowledge that you understand you will not be promoted during this probationary period. You must also acknowledge that if you fail to complete the required active duty training, you may be separated from the Reserves.

What is an RSP drill?

RSP drills give you an opportunity to start getting comfortable with the terminology and protocols that are part of Guard service—and you will be getting paid for the time you spend at RSP. There are five phases to RSP as described below.

What does RSP stand for in the Army National Guard?

Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) is a program of the United States Army National Guard designed to introduce new recruits to the fundamentals of the U.S. Army before they leave to Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Individual Training (AIT). The motto is “Paratus Preliator” (prepared warrior).

Why do Army Guard soldiers drill with a Recruit Battalion?

“It’s to make sure the Soldier is physically fit, mentally prepared and administratively correct for basic training and [Advanced Individual Training].” To do that, new Army Guard Soldiers drill with a Recruit Sustainment Battalion until they ship to basic training.

Do you come before the drill sergeant in the Army?

“You come before the drill sergeant,” said Army Master Sgt. Jabin Wade, formerly an instructor with the Texas Army National Guard’s RSB, who now serves as the noncommissioned officer in charge of the overall Recruit Sustainment Program. “You are the first picture of what the Army life is about.