British Army Fitness Standards Training
Preparing for the British Army fitness tests? Or do you just want to reach that standard?
This demands more than regular gym sessions. At the Commando Temple, our military fitness training (led by ex-Royal Marine Commando Rob Blair) designs and delivers bespoke programmes to help you meet and exceed the British Army’s Physical Employment Standards (PES). This applies to infantry, parachute regiment and specialist units.
Our training develops the strength, endurance, and resilience required to ace your tests and get into your chosen regiment.
What Are the British Army Fitness Standards?
The Army uses Role Fitness Tests (RFTs) to ensure soldiers are physically ready for their roles in the field. These include:
- Loaded marches carrying full kit over distance
- Casualty drags and lifts – with time limits
- Repeated bodyweight movements – eg press-ups and sit-ups
- Endurance runs and sprints to test aerobic and anaerobic fitness
We build your programme around these exact requirements, reducing the risk of injury and maximising performance.
Training for Infantry and Specialist Roles
The demands of the infantry and combat arms are among the toughest in the Army. Our coaches prepare you for:
- Combat task simulations – like stretcher carries and fireman lifts
- Conditioning workouts – combining strength, endurance, and agility
- The mental toughness – essential to performing under stress
We also support preparation for specialist roles including the Parachute Regiment, Royal Engineers, and close protection units.
How Our Army Personal Trainers Work
We will start by giving you a free 30-minute consultation. From there, we design the right mix of:
- 1-to-1 military fitness training sessions
- Your own training schedule between those sessions
- Mental resilience training and surpassing expectations of military bootcamps
- Online training programmes for those who can’t get to our London or Peak District centres.
We focus on keeping you pain-free, while steadily building the capacity required to pass selection.
Ready to Begin Your Army Prep?
Don’t leave your future in the armed forces to chance.
Train with specialists who know what it takes.
Book your consultation today and start preparing for the British Army fitness standards with confidence.
If you are interested in other armed forces
We help people to achieve RAF fitness test standards and royal marines fitness requirements – see our Royal Marines training page for more.
FAQs
What is the Role Fitness Test (RFT)?
It’s the Army’s updated assessment, replacing the older entry tests. It includes loaded carries, casualty drags, and other role-related tasks.
Do you only train infantry recruits?
No — we prepare candidates for all Army roles, from infantry to technical trades.
Can I train for the Army online?
Yes — our online coaching supports recruits across the UK and beyond.
START HERE
Send us an email or give us a call to book a free 30 minute consultation.
Rob or one of his team will work out the strongest course of action for you – be that 1-2-1 military fitness training, group classes, a membership or a combination of all three.
Each person we work with is unique (both physiological and psychological), so your course will be too. The crew will recommend a course of action after we have spoken to you directly.
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