RAF Fitness Test Requirements and Training
The Royal Air Force fitness test measures strength, speed, and cardiovascular endurance. At Commando Temple, our military fitness trainers design programmes that prepare you to meet and exceed the RAF fitness test requirements, whether you’re entering as an officer, airman, or specialist role.
What Does the RAF Fitness Test Involve?
The current test includes:
- 1.5-mile run against strict time limits
- Press-ups and sit-ups to set standards
- BMI and waist-to-height ratio checks to ensure overall health
Success requires a balance of cardio endurance, muscular strength, and resilience.
Conditioning Workouts for RAF Recruits
Our training uses military fitness drills and conditioning workouts to improve:
- Running speed and endurance for the 1.5-mile test
- Upper-body strength and core stability for push-up and sit-up standards
- Agility and recovery to reduce injury risk and improve overall performance
How Our Trainers Support You
We provide:
- 1-to-1 RAF test preparation with an ex-military fitness coach
- Prep for group military bootcamp training environments
- Online military training for recruits outside London
With our guidance, you’ll go into the test prepared, confident, and injury-resilient.
Why Train With Us?
Rob Blair and the Commando Temple team have helped countless civilians and recruits prepare for armed forces selection. Our approach combines discipline, expertise, and practical experience from military service.
Get Ready for the RAF Fitness Test
Don’t risk failing at the first hurdle. With the right preparation, you can achieve the standards and move forward in your RAF career.
Book your free consultation today and start training for the RAF fitness test requirements.
FAQs
How hard is the RAF fitness test?
It’s demanding but achievable with structured training. Passing times vary by age and gender, but preparation makes a huge difference.
Do you help with officer selection fitness?
Yes – our programmes are tailored for both enlisted and officer candidates.
Can I train for the RAF test online?
Absolutely – our online coaching supports recruits nationwide.
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Send us an email or give us a call to book a free 30 minute consultation.
Each individual we work with is unique, and your course will be too.
Rob or one of his team will work out the strongest course of action for you to meet RAF fitness requirements, including 1-2-1 sessions, group classes, a membership or a combination of all three.
By the way, if you are interested in other branches of the armed forces, you may be interested in the army´s and Royal Marines’ fitness requirements and our main military fitness training page if you just want to get to similar levels, but don’t plan to enlist.
