Open House

Open House is held twice a year, typically in the spring and fall at our usual meeting place. Future recruits should attend with at least one parent or guardian, and will receive additional information and paperwork required to join. Follow the link below to see where we meet!

Preparing For YOUNG MARINES

is a challenging task, but the change will last a lifetime.
 
Recruit training is the first step in becoming a Young Marine. During your 13 weeks of recruit training, you will learn what it means to be a Young Marine, develop confidence in your abilities and gain the self-discipline to push yourself to achieve more that you thought you could.

Recruits receive training in our core values, individual field skills, close order drill, physical training, first aid, leadership training, and more. Your training may be taught to you by a variety of persons including Young Marines, YM Alumni, or Adult Volunteers of various professional backgrounds. Regardless, it is always conducted under the supervision of an Adult Volunteer.

We don’t teach military tactics or warfare skills. We do promise to instill confidence in yourself and teach you how to lead using the best leadership model there is! We’ll also teach you how to be part of a team - because you can’t lead without first, learning how to follow.

Do you have what it takes to be a Young Marine?

​Requirements to Join

  • Must be between 8-18 years old 
  • Have NOT yet completed high school (or equivalent)
  • Have a recent Physical Exam or School Sports Physical (from the current year)
  • Current Immunization Record
  • Copy of Medical Insurance Card (front and back)
  • Birth Certificate
  • Social Security Card
  • Attend a unit Open House with at least one parent/guardian

WHat SHOULD YOU BRING to CLASS?

  • Plain Gray T-Shirt
  • Plain Red Gym Shorts
  • Plain White Socks
  • Comfortable Running Shoes
  • Plain Gray Sweatshirt
  • Plain Black Sweatpants
  • Water Bottle

Registration FeEs
  • Upon joining, there is a one time $75 unit fee which includes the first year of accident insurance, Basic Guidebook, Unit T-shirt and sweatshirt, red YMs National T-shirt, belt, boot bands, cover, patches, nametapes, and a red drawstring bag, all which will be given to the recruit.
  • An annual $25 National Young Marine registration fee is required for accident insurance and liability.  
  • ​Additional uniform items and equipment fees may vary based upon the needs of the recruit. These items are the responsibility of the recruit and parent/guardian to gather.