Ranger training is currently 61 days in duration.
Detailed Breakdown of Ranger Training Duration
The U.S. Army Ranger School is a physically and mentally demanding course designed to develop combat leadership skills. The duration of the training, while consistent now, has undergone minor changes over time.
- Current Duration: The Ranger course is structured into three phases and lasts a total of 61 days.
- Historical Context:
- Previously, the course was an eight-week program.
- The eight-week course was divided into three phases: "crawl," "walk," and "run."
- Current Phases: The current 61-day course is also divided into three phases, named:
- "Benning"
- "Mountain"
- "Florida"
Summary of Ranger Course Duration
| Course Aspect | Duration |
|---|---|
| Current Total Length | 61 days |
| Phases | 3 |
The emphasis of the Ranger course remains focused on small unit tactics and leadership, no matter the exact duration or name changes of the phases, and challenges candidates to their physical and mental limits.
