Marine Corps Scout Sniper Training
Wednesday July 16, 2003
Due to the nature of the sniper's mission, they must be trained mentally and physically to operate independently forward of friendly positions on the battlefield. The Marine Scout Sniper School trains, not only Marines, but members of the other military services, as well. The Marine Corps Scout Sniper Course is broken down into three phases. The first involves land navigation and marksmanship. The second phase covers stalking techniques, field skills and call for fire rehearsals. The last encompasses everything from communication to surveillance performance. (Official USMC Photo)
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well i think that marine scout snipers are the best!!it seems really intresting to me to know about what they do n how they do it!!
i would like to be a marine scout sniper
marine corps snipers are the best higher distance scores than the green berets or army rangers
I wish people would get over the “one service is better than the other service” crap.
None of the Military branches are “better” than any other branch. They are different, and train for different types of missions.
Marine Corps snipers do probably score higher than the average member of Army Special Forces (Green Berets), or Army Rangers. But I know of no data or study which suggests that they score higher distance scores than Army-trained *SNIPERS,* or Air Force *COUNTER-SNIPERS*, nor even Navy SEALS who have graduated from Sniper Training.
It’s time to knock off this “my service is better than your service” crap.
I agree, each branch has its own ups and downs, No one branch is better.
No marine would be here if the navy wasnt born, no army would stand if we didnt have a national guard. Though some branches do things diffrently we all are greatful that the other is there watching out backs.
I know of both marine service men and army, who say the air force is like an angle watching over them. And the army is glad to let marine go first and clean up the rest.
We have a moto’ You cover them (me) and they’ll (I’ ll) cover you.
But good old fashion compassion never did any harm. =)
True all branches of military are different,which constitutes different standards,training,doctrine and as with the Marine Corps-culture-. This alone means that not all branches are created equally. Marine recruits are trained four weeks longer, (than Army)must shoot more accurately and more often, their training and indoc is far more extensive and they are held to a more exacting standard (not babysitted). The Marine Corp Scout/Sniper program is the best in the world,turning out snipers who are the best. Far longer training, more emphasis on stalking, scouting, navigation and marksmenship. Ever heard of Carlos N. Hathcock II, look him up, he attended only the second year USMC sniper school since its conception, taught by Jim Land. 93 confirmed kills(Vietnam), hundreds more not confirmed and the record stands. So dont give me the “all services are created equal” bull****
Hi I’m 10 years old and want to train to be a sniper can you reccomend anywhere to go?
Jake, I am both pleased and gratified to see that you aspire to not only become a part of our Military, but to be among some of the best. To be sure, stay in school; one of the biggest challenges facing today’s youth seems to be physical standards. In order to be a part of Special Operations, which includes snipers, a Soldier must not be content to simply pass the minimum standards on the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), but excell in this area. For you, that means taking care of yourself and staying in shape. Learn how to do pushups, situps, chinups, and, of course distance runs. You have a good eight years to become comfortable in this area; don’t forget to participate in as many sports as you care to.
Jake, I cannot emphasize the fact that you have time to allow physical fitness to become a natural and normal part of your daily life. One of the greatest difficulties young people seem to experience in today’s Army is an inability to meet the most-basic physical fitness standards. While crash programs seem to meet, with varying results, this problem, nothing beats a lifelong habit of physical activity.
Good luck, Jake, in all you do!
Sarge
Thanks for the advice Sarge I really apreciate that. I am a very athletic kid i play football,baseball,and i used to wrestle.I have a question does this place give kids traning that are my age of 10 please repy
Jake, thank you for your remarks, and for your continuing interest in mapping out your future. While the Military has a unique style in getting people, with little-to-no job-specific experience, up to speed, it often helps to have some civilian background prior to enlistment.
Marksmanship, the ability to put rounds/bullets on target, is the Soldier’s/Marine’s primary skill. While this skill is most-often acquired and perfected while in uniform, it cannot help but be of benefit to learn some of these skills at a young age. Joining a youth group, often sponsored by such organizations as the N.R.A. cannot help but enable you to appreciate weapons, and weapons safety. When you join the Boy Scouts of America, you may have the opportunity to gain additional knowledge and background in the handling of firearms. I haven’t been associated with Scouting in some years…I believe they used to (and perhaps still do) award merit badges in outdoor skills, and marksmanship, among many other disciplines which you will find highly beneficial in later life.
The key, Jake, is to learn as much as you can; as you approach adulthood, you will recognize the opportunities which will enable you to realize your dreams, desires, and goals in life. Good luck, Jake.
Sarge
Sarge,
Thank you for undersatnding me but my question is is this site just about the life and requirements of SAS or can you get trained here im not saying for me at the age of ten ovisly but to young adults in that manner. please reply
Jake,
WERE DO I SIGN UP TO BE A MARINE SCOUT SNIPER?
PLEASE REPLY…
Im currently 15, and agust 2 i will be 16. My dream is to become a Marine Sniper. I was wondering what the earliest age to start basic training is. And to become a Marine Sniper do you first have to complete the 12 week training program then be officaly a “Marine” then you go to the sniper training? Please reply. Im very intrested in this.
OK the 3rd person to leave a comment…you are worng, we all know we are the best at what we do all around, marines are the tip and the sharpest prt of the spear. ss are that beyond the tip of the spear….we fight wars before they even start. and to all who want to be a sniper, belive me you have to be in great shape to even think remotely about comming here to get torn up. btw you have to like being on the ground dragging.
Semeper Fi.
hi im 14 years old and i have always wanted to become a sniper in the marines… i want to know how i could sign up in the future or find more information on this topic
Frank, I fully appreciate the knuckle-dragging demeanor you display…one small suggestion; learn to speil! Kinda helps the credibility thing.
Sarge
Sarge, i am 15 years old and i will enlist in the millitary when i finish high school, and my main goal is to become a navy seal and i wanted to know if enlisting for the scout sniper training before applying for a seal contract is a good idea, please reply sarge.
The voice of experience says all services perform different functions and they perform equally well at their core.
GySgt Hedgecock, as a Marine sniper did a great job but it so happens an Army sniper had a longer range hit and recently a Canadian in Afghanistan broke both their distance record with a 7.62 (if I remember correctly) calibre weapon for that purpose.
For you teenagers interested in the programme, it is more than physical prowess but quiet discipline and mental serenity that makes a sniper. Your mental facilities count for even more and the ability to stay focus when the crap hit the fan.
Live long and prosper! Stay in school.
So is it a good idea
Daniel (16, 18):Your plans sound good…go for it. Just one idea you should learn to embrace: SEALS, Snipers, and all of the things that we in the military euphamisticly call “hooah schools” all lead to one way of life in Special Operations, a life of great discipline and personal sacrifice. This is not to say that the military community at large is lacking in these attributes; because of the nature of Spec Ops, you will often (more times than anyone outside the Spec Ops community can realize) have to go, not simply the extra step, but whatever it takes.
First and foremost, get in shape, and adopt a lifelong habit of staying in shape. Do well in school; don’t allow yourself to be satisfied (with anything) to simply get by. The Spec Ops life is very competitive, both in terms of becoming a part of the community as well as “living the life…adopt that competitive spirit now, in terms of sports, academic achievement, and most importantly, your personal outlook on life. Always remain positive (not an easy thing to do as you become an adult)and…I’ve often mentioned this before…learn the meaning of TENACITY; embrace that meaning and live it.
Good luck, Daniel, and Godspeed.
Sarge
Hey Sarg I assume you were in the marines but I could be wrong. I just got done serving on SEAL team 10. I am not worried about finishing the schools by any means but no even my LT can tell me if I wanted to go back in as a marine can I go as a scout sniper with out serving a time in infantry waiting to apply. As well as can I take my younger brother on the buddy system as my spotter.