Would it be acceptable to do one weekend and evening a month during basic training

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Would it be acceptable to do one weekend and evening a month during basic training

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Author: Anonymous
Category: Eligibility advice, Eligibility
Date asked: 05 September, 2025 18:04
Last update: 03 February, 2026 20:18

Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

Good morning,

Basic training is the set standard. Whilst the Reserves are as flexible as you like, basic training is not. You will go away for the duration of training until completion.

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