Function

• There are two different training routines given in Army Basic Training. Basic Combat Training is the first section, focusing on general combat. Advanced Individual Training follows, providing each soldier with training on a specific function.
  
  

Features

• During "lights-out" time, Army recruits perform Fire Guard duty. Two soldiers patrol and clean the barracks for one hour during the night. They then awaken two more recruits for similar duty.
  
  

Considerations

• Meals occur three times daily, usually held at the dining facility. However, during periods of field training, ready-to-eat meals are used. Any additional food is strictly forbidden.
  
  

Personal Time

• Personal time is given to soldiers for one hour per day just before "lights-out." Army recruits use this time to write letters, do laundry or relax. In addition, Sundays are generally considered personal time as well, with religious facilities available.
  
  

Christmas Exodus

• On occasion, Basic Training occurs over the holiday season. Traditionally, Basic Training is split to accommodate Christmas. This is known as the Christmas Exodus.