Do you get paid while at Kapooka?
Yes you will be paid whilst you are on the recruit course. Up to date information about pay and entitlements can be found on the Defence Jobs: Army website.
What time do you wake up at Kapooka?
A typical day within barracks begins at 6:00 am and continues through to 10:00 pm. In rapid succession, new recruits are introduced to physical training, lectures, drill and weapon training under the constant guidance and mentoring of their platoon staff. Each week has a theme.
How long is Kapooka for full time?
80 days
All full time soldiers in the Army must first complete Soldier Training at the 1st Recruit Training Battalion Kapooka, near Wagga Wagga. The duration of the Basic Training course is 80 days.
What time is church at Kapooka?
Church services begin at 9:00 am and all visitors wishing to attend are required to arrive at the Kapooka front gate by 8:30 am to be transported to the Soldiers’ Chapel.
Does the army check your phone?
As legal experts told Task & Purpose, military leaders cannot require subordinates to provide their phone for an inspection to make sure they’ve downloaded an app. “The only exception to the Fourth Amendment in the military context is a health and welfare inspection.
What can you bring to Kapooka?
Additional Items to Pack for Kapooka
- Waterproof Bag. I would get 2.
- 10x Black Pens. You will need a black pen for everything you do.
- Other Stationery. Pocket Notebooks – You will be given some but they fill up quickly.
- Baby Wipes / Wet Wipes.
- Zip Lock Bags.
What time do soldiers go to bed?
Hitting the Sack: Lights Out. In all the branches’ basic training programs, bedtime is usually 2100, or 9 p.m., except during times of special events, such as night exercises. In basic training, lights out means go to sleep.
What is food like in basic training?
Most military chow halls today include an extensive salad bar, a station for full meals such as fried chicken, seafood, Mexican food and pastas, along with a snack line that includes hamburgers, hot dogs, chili, fries and other junk-food items. Plus, you’re allowed to consume sodas and dessert!
What happens on Sundays in basic training?
On Sundays, the basic training schedule for an Army soldier is different. Little or no formal training is conducted on Sunday, and soldiers are free to attend the church service of their choice if they desire.
Does the Army check your phone?
What should I wear to Kapooka?
For your duration at Kapooka, you wear military issued clothing. If you are going to IET’s straight after Kapooka recruit training, (full-time soldiers) you may wish to pack a few neat civilian outfits. Ask your family to bring extra clothing to your march out parade if you don’t have enough room in your bag.