About Army Basic Training

The Army Basic Training section includes information about what to expect when he leaves for basic training as well as tips and advice about your main forms of communication during basic. In addition, you’ll also find post guides written by soldiers and/or spouses for each basic training post.

Overview of Basic

Army Basic Training Overview
Big Changes for Army Basic Training
Checklist for Before He Leaves for Basic Training
Army Training Exodus at Christmas

Communication & Letters

Communication During Basic Training
Writing Letters During Basic Training & AIT
What You Can & Can’t Send To Your Soldier During Training
Depressed Letters from Basic Training
Holding Soldier’s Letters During Basic Training

Basic Training Post Reviews

Ft Benning
Ft Jackson
Ft Sill
Ft Leonard Wood
Ft Knox