MGySgt Cory Paskvan, a Force Recon Marine with 27 years of experience, discusses physical fitness, mental toughness, and what it takes to become a Recon Marine. Topics include elite military fitness requirements, the crucial role of recon Marines, leadership tips, Recon Challenge prep, and the impact of a new recon program on training success.
Reconnaissance Marines undergo rigorous training in various skills like amphibious reconnaissance and parachuting to become elite Recon Marines.
Master Gunnery Sergeant Corey Paskvan emphasizes the importance of mental resilience, leadership by example, and setting a positive leadership role in training Reconnaissance Marines.
The Recon Challenge tests participants with a 25-30 mile grueling event that demands peak physical readiness, mental toughness, and teamwork from Recon Marines.
Deep dives
Training and Challenges of Recon Marines
Reconnaissance Marines endure a grueling 12-week basic reconnaissance course, emphasizing mental fortitude and physical endurance. The training involves myriad skills such as amphibious reconnaissance, ground surveillance, parachuting, and specialized insertion. Recon Marines must excel in areas like long-distance swimming, combat fitness, and functional training to be operationally ready.
Master Gunnery Sergeant's Role and Leadership Tips
Master Gunnery Sergeant Corey Paskvan, a highly experienced Reconnaissance Marine, oversees the Reconnaissance Training Company at Camp Pendleton. He exemplifies leadership by emphasizing respect, leading by example, and treating others with dignity. His guidance highlights the importance of mental resilience, proficiency in job skills, and setting a positive leadership example for subordinates.
Recon Challenge - Intense Physical Test
The Recon Challenge, an annual event hosted by Recon Training Company, honors fallen personnel through a grueling 25-30 mile, multi-event single-day challenge. Participants must undertake swimming, obstacle courses, live-fire ranges, and other undisclosed tasks to test their stamina, teamwork, and combat fitness. The Challenge demands peak physical readiness and mental toughness from Recon Marines.
Physical Training and Preparation for Recon
In preparation for joining Recon units, individuals are advised to achieve set physical standards like running a 3-mile race in under 21-30 minutes, performing dead-hang pull-ups, push-ups, and crunches efficiently. Swimming competence, including a 500-meter swim in under 20 minutes and underwater swimming skills, is paramount. Functional fitness and mental resilience are key components for success in Recon training.
Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsmen in Recon
Navy Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsmen undergo Basic Reconnaissance Course and advanced training, becoming essential team members in Recon units. Their specialized medical expertise, including Dive Med Tech qualifications and advanced trauma care skills, enhance their operational capabilities in conducting reconnaissance missions. Their integration with Recon Marines underscores the vital synergy between combat readiness and medical support.
On this episode of the "Send Me" Podcast by SOCOM Athlete, host Jason Sweet is joined by Force Reconnaissance Marine MGySgt Cory Paskvan, one of the most elite & fittest Marines in the entire Marine Corps; currently serving over 27 years in active duty. MGySgt Paskvan supervises & oversees all the training that goes into becoming a Recon Marine; the senior enlisted member of the USMC RTC (Reconnaissance Training Company) where BRC (Basic Reconnaissance Course) is accomplished., Marines & Navy SARC/SOIDC candidates must graduate BRC in order to officially earn the elite title of "Reconnaissance Marines." With multiple combat deployments all over the globe, as well as counter piracy operations, MGySgt Paskvan has earned combat medals to include: Meritorious Service, 2 Combat Action Medals, 2 Navy Commendation Medals with Valor, and more. In addition to his years of instructor experience training Reconnaissance Marines, he was also an instructor at the United States Marine Combat Diver Course, and is a tandem/barrel qualified jumpmaster. MGySgt Paskvan has joined SOCOM Athlete as a Hell Day instructor & mentor over the last 3 years, and is a huge asset to the SOCOM Athlete community. We're honored to interview him in today's episode as he discusses physical fitness, mental toughness, and what it takes to become a United States Reconnaissance Marine; "Swift, Silent, Deadly!"
SOCOM Athlete LLC is America’s #1 resource in Special Operations career preparation. A combat-veteran owned, nationwide program, the SOCOM Athlete platform has a vast online & in-person community of individuals aspiring to become Special Operators in the United States military. Conducting over 50 nationwide “Hell Day” events in 12 states since 2018, SOCOM Athlete has trained over 1,000 of America’s top special operations candidates varying from ages 15 to 39. Training Chats utilize a messaging app & feature free membership access. With over 1,400 members training for Special Operations in 35 locations across the United States, members have the ability to train & bond with a team of like-minded individuals in their city/state. Hundreds of former SOCOM Athlete students have graduated special operations training to become Navy SEALs, Combat Controllers, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Recon Marines, Navy SARC, USAF PJ, TACP, and more. Got what it takes for a career in Special Operations? We'll see..."Send Me!"
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