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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
Mothers of America Meek and Mild
Send to us your dear sweet child
We’ll make him hike and we’ll make him run
We’ll make some changes in your dear son
Mothers of America Meek and Mild
You sent to us your dear sweet child
We made him hike and we made him run
We made some changes in your dear son
Are you ready for 2nd Phase?
Students in the 2nd Phase of ALERT`s training focus on developing personal competence. In addition to skills training, men in 2nd Phase develop soft skills such confidence, interpersonal relationships, and effective communication through structured peer-to-peer feedback and practical leadership training. In addition, they are expected to take more personal responsibility, helping them to build time management and prepare for life.
Registration for the next 2nd Phase is open until Monday, June 16. For more information, or to register, visit our website at the link in our bio.
“Progress, not perfection, is the path to success.” – Unknown
Emergency Medical Technician ⠀⠀
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EMTs have the basic knowledge and skills to stabilize and safely transport patients from non-emergency or routine medical transports to life-threatening emergencies. ALERT`s EMT course is an introduction to pre-hospital emergency care and transportation that includes two weeks of clinical training, during which students work alongside ambulance crews and ER staff. Upon successful completion of this course, each student is eligible for testing and certification by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, allowing them to work as an EMT anywhere in the country.
For more information on our training options or for our full training calendar, please see the link in our bio.
"Be men! In courage; not cowards, turning our back on the foe, or giving way in danger, or reproach, or evil days. In solidity; not shifting or shadowy, but immoveable as the rock. In strength; as the man is, so is his strength. Be strong!...In the Church, in the world, in business, in conversation, in prosperity, and adversity, [act] like men! Let no man despise you; and let no man despise the Gospel because of you." — Horatius Bonar
50 miles in 24 hours
Unit 72 completed their Endurance Hike this morning, covering 50 miles in 24 hours. The Endurance Hike is one of the biggest milestones of Basic Training, and the most physically challenging aspect of ALERT training. The Unit performed very well throughout the hike.
Additionally, alumni from Units 33, 61, 63, and 64 returned to hike with Unit 72. If you are an ALERT alumni and would like to join a future Endurance Hike, message us for more details on hiking as alumni.
Endurance Hike
Unit 72 is currently in the middle of their Endurance Hike. They will hike through the night tonight and should finish early tomorrow morning. Please be in prayer for all the cadre and recruits as they hike!
For more information on Basic Training, please see the link in our bio.
Today, Unit 72 headed out to the next hurdle towards completing Basic Training: The Endurance Hike. The men will camp out overnight and start hiking first thing after breakfast.
Basic Training is the first step in ALERT’s three-phase training program. Modeled after military boot camp, this phase is a physically and mentally demanding nine weeks that is designed to challenge you, broaden your perspective, and most importantly help you root your life in the Gospel. Basic Training focuses on developing personal discipline, attention to detail, teamwork, time management, and healthy spiritual habits. Key training elements are Bible study, scripture memorization, physical training, hiking, skills training, and drill & ceremony. Basic Training is not easy, but the lessons it teaches last a lifetime.
For more information or to register for Unit 73, please visit the link in our bio.
Advanced High Angle
ALERT’s Technical Rescue class includes 3 weeks of Advanced High Angle. Any rescue operation involving a slope of 60 degrees or greater is classed as a high-angle rescue operation. Rescues in these scenarios rely entirely on complex rigging systems, anchor points, mechanical advantages, and advanced victim extrication techniques.
High-angle rescue situations include emergencies in high-rise buildings, commercial spaces like factories or plants, construction sites, storage tanks, towers, mine shafts, and wells.
For more information on ALERT’s Technical Rescue training, or to register for our next class, visit our website at the link in our bio.
Throwback Thursday - Unit 39 during their 12-Hour Hike
Unit 39 was in Basic Training from March 24, - May 23, 2008.
For more photos of Unit 39, visit our Flickr account at the link in our bio
I’ll be your Drill Sgt. driller
And I’ll never let you down
And we’ll drill all day
With a little, (Uh), little, (Uh)
Little motivation
"Contentment is one of the most distinguishing traits of the godly person, because a godly person has his heart focused on God rather than on possessions or position or power." — Jerry Bridges