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ALERT’s Purpose is to forge extraordinary men who influence their world for Christ.
ALERT utilizes a military-style structure, intentional discipleship, unique experiences, and professional skills training to create an environment that facilitates the forging process. Our goal is to create men who are spiritually sound, physically fit, and ready to serve.
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“Every day at ALERT, I learn to depend on Christ more. I’ve learned there is always room to grow, that I don’t have all the answers, and most importantly, that it is my walk with Him that really matters.”
Kenjie S. | Unit 66
“Before I came to the ALERT program, my life was without direction and purpose. I would spend my time working dead-end jobs and playing video games, and occasionally participating in outdoor activities if invited. After going through Basic training, I saw a glimpse of what I could be if I wanted to change. Over my time at ALERT, I have seen God’s grace to me as my faith and reliance on Him grew. I can say for certain that ALERT has changed my life for the better in terms of leadership, discipline, physical strength, and so much more. I will forever be grateful to this program and the men in it.”
Joshua L. | Unit 64
“The unique tensions and challenges that I faced here forced me to rely on God and get out of my comfort zone. It taught me to behave with conviction, think with clarity, and speak with authority. ALERT gave me a valuable perspective about life, God, and people that I never had before.”
Len N. | Unit 61
Forging
The Power of Brotherhood. 💪
It’s through the hardest moments that the bond of this squad gets stronger. Charlie 1st is stronger than ever as a unit.
What is the definition of an ALERT man?
Simple. He is a faithful man who remembers God and is a well-trained servant and steward of Christ.
That means:
➡️ Dedicated to the Word
➡️ Dependent on God’s Strength
➡️ Willing to invest in others
➡️ Committed to a life of honor
“Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.” (1 Corinthians 4:2)
We listen, and we don’t judge. 🤝
You heard the rules. What’s the wildest thing you did during training? Drop your confessions below! 👇
That feeling when you accidentally say “Thanks, you too!” to a random ALERT guy and then immediately wonder... “Wait, you too?” 😂
Brotherhood built on the trail. 💪
It’s not about the miles, it’s about who you’re walking with. From start to finish, we move as one. This is how ALERT Academy forges extraordinary men.
The grind is worth it💪
From grueling trails to a “whirlwind” first couple of weeks, our recruits are learning the value of discipline, camaraderie, and getting out of their comfort zone.
They may not know how long the next hike is, but they know they’re growing strong to serve!
#ALERTAcademy #BasicTraining #ForgingMen #StrongToServe #Discipline #Manhood #ChristianDiscipleship #PhysicalTraining
"Serve God with integrity, and if you achieve no success, at least no sin will lie upon your conscience." C.H. Spurgeon
Ready to jump into new challenges! 🌊 Dive was a serious game-changer. The biggest takeaway? Finding that deep-down confidence in an element that’s not your own.
What’s a new skill you’ve learned lately that made you feel more confident? 👇
🚨 R-NIGHT IS ON! 🚨
Watch as the newest class is officially received into Phase 1 Basic Training. This is the whirlwind night that kicks off their transformation at ALERT Academy—haircuts, gear issue, contraband check, and getting ready for the barracks. No turning back now.
#ReceivingNight #ALERT #TheStart #Phase1 #Transformation
There’s a crisis facing young men, and it demands a real solution.
They don’t just need a place to go; they need the tools to transition. From boys who feel lost and isolated to extraordinary men of character, discipline, and faith.
That transformation is what the ALERT Academy is all about. We challenge, train, and equip young men to find their purpose and their place.
Help them make the jump. See how we’re forging the next generation of leaders. ➡️ Link in bio.
#ForgingExtraordinaryMen #ALERTAcademy #LifeSkills #Discipline #PurposeDriven #Manhood
In the water and under pressure.
See a glimpse of the ALERT Dive Program in action. Every splash, every lift, every drill is designed to build the next generation of leaders.
#DiveProgram #ALERTAcademy #IntensiveTraining #WaterRescue #TacticalTraining #Commitment #Growth
He was our friend and our brother. He died protecting our freedom.
Cpl. Caleb Nelson, Unit 30, began his training at ALERT in 2003. After receiving training in aquatics, he returned to invest in the lives of future ALERT men as a Squad Leader and Drill Instructor for Basic Training. During his time at ALERT, he set the record on the PT Test with 147 pushups, 122 sit-ups and a breezy 11:31 two-mile run, scoring an unprecedented 398 points.
Although powerful and determined, Caleb was gentle and brought a smile to our faces with his infectious grin. Most importantly, however, Caleb made an impact for Christ. He left an impression on our hearts.
After leaving ALERT, Nelson joined the Navy and dove into BUD/S training right away. There he would embody his goal—to become a Navy SEAL. Caleb graduated from this intensive Special Forces Training School in 2006 and was assigned to the Naval Special Warfare Unit based in Norfolk, Virginia. Being previously deployed to Iraq in 2009, Nelson courageously returned to the Middle East in March 2011.
Seven months later, on October 10, 2011, Petty Officer 1st Class Caleb A. Nelson, 26, was killed in action when his vehicle was struck by explosives during a combat patrol in Afghanistan. This forever changed the world of his wife Anna and their two sons, David and Kyle, though his character lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Caleb was “a moral sounding board,” said one SEAL in a letter read at Nelson’s funeral. Since his comrades were still deployed in Afghanistan, the letters they sent in their absence continued, “It was his faith that everyone respected about him.” Another penned, “He wasn’t arrogant or snobbish; he was just better. He made you feel like you could be better with him.”
Caleb received numerous awards and decorations for his military service, including the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Capt. Tim Szymanski, commander of Naval Special Warfare Group Two, called Nelson “a cherished teammate, a gifted SEAL operator and a loving husband and father."