PRT - Dealey Divsion USNSCC

Physical Readiness Test: Monday, 29 September 2025

Our semi-annual Physical Readiness Test (PRT) will be Monday, 29 September, during our regular drill. The back-up date will be in October.
Everyone needs to pass a PRT for advancement and to attend Training.
Be ready! Planks have replaced curl-ups. Don’t assume that it’s easy; start practicing now.
The Physical Readiness Test Administration policy can be found here.
Action Memo 2 regarding new levels and standards here.
Click here to see the PRT standards.
Uniform will the Physical Training Uniform (PTU) which is the official USNSCC shorts and t-shirt. Either the old or new style is authorized for wear. If you have the old version you do not have to get the new one.
The Division can procure the items at a wholesale cost.

Physical readiness levels are now identified by number, and a new standard has been created between failure (level 1) and satisfactory (level 3).

Progressing (level 2) acknowledges a level of fitness that while unsatisfactory is close enough that a cadet could improve and reach satisfactory (level 3) in a reasonable amount of time.
The standards for satisfactory (level 3), good (level 4), and excellent (level 5) have not changed.
Level 2 establishes a reasonable benchmark for new cadets.

PRT scoring terminology will be changed to use level of performance rather than descriptors:

Level 1: Cadet’s performance is well below Sea Cadet expectations, and cadet would require significant intervention and additional time to improve.
Level 2: Considered entry-level standard (first 6-12 monthsRegardless of rank, cadets are automatically assigned to a remedial/fitness training program at this level. The minimum requirement for advancement to Seaman Apprentice. Minimum level required to attend and pass RT. o Not a qualifying level for AT
Level 3: Cadet expectations after the first year in the program. Cadet may attend AT. Required for advancement to Seaman and above
Level 4: Cadet qualifies for the PT Ribbon
Level 5: Cadet qualifies for the “E” appurtenance