How Was Phase 2 of BUDS For Navy SEAL Chadd Wright?

Published on June 2, 2022
Duration: 15:41

This video details the rigorous Phase 2 (Dive Phase) of Navy SEAL BUDS training, as explained by a former SEAL. It covers the transition from open circuit diving with Twin 80 tanks to closed circuit operations using a Dräger rebreather for stealth. The training emphasizes extreme stress inoculation through evolutions like 'The Grinder' and 'Pool Comp,' including simulated attacks and the infamous 'Whammy Knot.'

Quick Summary

Navy SEAL BUDS Phase 2 (Dive Phase) focuses on making candidates expert combat swimmers. Training progresses from open circuit diving with Twin 80 tanks to stealthy closed circuit operations using the Dräger rebreather. Intense stress inoculation drills like 'The Grinder' and 'Pool Comp' test resilience and procedural adherence under duress.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to BUD/S Phase 2
  2. 02:13Physical Standards and Evolution
  3. 03:17Open Circuit Diving and 'The Grinder'
  4. 05:44Pool Competency (Pool Comp)
  5. 08:42The 'Whammy Knot' and Passing
  6. 11:14Closed Circuit Diving (Dräger)
  7. 12:48Tactical Operations and 'Turtle Backing'

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of BUD/S Phase 2 for Navy SEALs?

BUD/S Phase 2, the Dive Phase, is critical because it ensures every SEAL is a proficient combat swimmer, fulfilling the 'Sea' component of the SEAL acronym. It involves rigorous training in both open and closed circuit diving techniques.

What are the key training evolutions in BUD/S Phase 2?

Key evolutions include 'The Grinder' for pre-dive gear conditioning, open circuit diving with Twin 80 tanks, and the highly stressful 'Pool Competency' (Pool Comp) which simulates underwater attacks and equipment failures.

What is the Dräger rebreather used for in SEAL training?

The Dräger rebreather is used in the latter part of Phase 2 for closed circuit diving. Its primary tactical advantage is producing no bubble trail, allowing for stealthy underwater insertion and operations.

What is the 'Whammy Knot' in BUD/S training?

The 'Whammy Knot' is an intentionally tied, unfixable knot encountered during Pool Comp. If a student finds it, they must abandon their gear, perform a free swimmer's ascent, and pass based on instructor discretion regarding their composure.

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