Expected bearing & performance of Boys
Before I start on the drill commands as well as how the commands will be executed, I feel that it is important to first understand the importance of a smart personal bearing as well as the sharp execution of moves as a whole. The following are some of the little things that others will take note and will to certain extend, affect the squad’s overall standard of drill.
Uniform
Attire is being stressed, especially when you’re in the uniform group. There’s an old saying, “the first impression counts”. The bearing of a cadet is being accessed as to how much pride, discipline and sense of belonging they have to the company. Thus please take note of the following expectations on your uniform & personal bearing:
· Uniform has to be ironed
· Collar has to stand (and not flat)
· Strings have to be cut/burned (Basically removed)
· Metallic parts have to be polished
· Badges neatly arranged
· Boots polished
· Pants have to be of the right size and length
· Sleeves nicely folded (if needed)
· Hair neatly cut and nails trimmed
Movements
Movements are basically the next thing that will differentiate between a good squad from a bad squad. A good squad will always execute every movement sharply, promptly, smartly and loudly. The following are some pointers to take note of:
- Sharply
- Turn Sharply, cut sharply
- Do not hesitate nor anticipate any commands
- Be alert, listen carefully to your i/c
- Smartly
- Don’t move or fidget other then the given command/s
- Look far, look up (roughly about 30 degrees upwards)
- Don’t exaggerate any movements
- Stand straight, pull-back shoulders stomach in, chest out
- Loudly
- Bang loudly, with your heels, lift thighs parallel to the ground and force your feet to the ground (note: it takes practice and intuition to bang together as a squad)
List of drills for Stage 1
