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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
I wanna be a Drill Instructor
I wanna cut off all a my hair
I wanna be a Drill Instructor
I wanna wear that smokey bear
I wanna be a Drill Instructor,
I wanna job where I’m not bored.
I wanna be a Drill Instructor,
I wanna wear that golden cord.
Take the first step
Modeled after military boot camp, Basic Training is a physically and mentally demanding nine weeks 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 its lessons last a lifetime.
Registration fees for Unit 73, which takes place September 11 – November 14, 2025, increase to $100 on Monday, August 4, 2025, and the application closes Friday, September 5, 2025. For more information or to register for Unit 73, please visit the link in our bio.
“Trust men and they will be true to you; treat them greatly and they will show themselves great.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
Fire Academy Relaunch
ALERT’s Fire Academy, in partnership with a local college, offers a fire course accredited by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
Through a combination of classroom training and hands-on skills practice, students will learn all that they need to be able to sit for the Texas State Firefighter Basic Exam, and then apply for the applicable IFSAC Seals. These seals are internationally recognized and do not expire, allowing graduates to apply for firefighting jobs in most US states and Canada.
The next Fire Academy will start September 11, 2025. For more information on our training options or for our full training calendar, please see the link in our bio.
Throwback Thursday - Unit 45 during their Endurance Hike
Unit 45 was in Basic Training from March 21, - May 20, 2011.
For more photos of Unit 45, visit our Flickr account at the link in our bio
Well my roof has got a leak,
And the rain is dripping onto my head.
Men:
Drip, drop. Drippety, drop.
(Continue between each verse)
And my roof has got a leak,
And the rain is dripping onto my head.
Well it’s dripping so hard,
I might as well be dead.
Well my roof has got a leak,
And the rain is dripping onto my back.
And my roof has got a leak,
And the rain is dripping onto my back.
Well it’s dripping so hard,
It’s giving me a heart attack.
Well my roof has got a leak,
And the rain is dripping onto my face.
And my roof has got a leak,
And the rain is dripping onto my face.
Well it’s dripping so hard,
I want to get out of this place.
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.
"The first step in leading is to be heading somewhere." — Voddie Baucham
Leadership and Communications
Each Leadership and Communications Class spends a week in Washington, D.C., visiting many national monuments and memorials while learning about the leadership characteristics and qualities demonstrated by our founding fathers and other leaders over the last 200 years. Trip highlights include the US Holocaust Memorial Museum, the National Archives, the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Arlington National Cemetery, various Smithsonian Museums, and more.
Additional course topics covered include subjects such as finances, counseling, public speaking, general management philosophies, writing, time management, and personality types.
The next Leadership & Communications course will start June 28, 2025. For more information on our training options or for our full training calendar, please see the link in our bio.
Throwback Thursday - Unit 44 during Navigation class
Unit 44 was in Basic Training from September 13, - November 12, 2010.
For more photos of Unit 44, visit our Flickr account at the link in our bio
One day I met a man in blue
I asked him sir what do you do
One day I met a man in blue-oo-oo
I asked him sir what do you do
He said I serve my God on high
Strong to serve until I die
He said I serve my God on high-igh-igh
Strong to serve until I die
I asked him where I gotta sign
He pointed to the dotted line
I asked him where I gotta sigh-igh-ign
He pointed to the dotted line
9 whole weeks of sweat and pain
Doing pushups in the rain
9 whole weeks of sweat and pa-ai-ain
Doing pushups in the rain
Now I serve my God on high
Strong to serve until I die
Now I serve my God on high-igh-igh
Strong to serve until I die
Awards and Promotions
The 2025-2 awards and promotions ceremony took place last Wednesday as we close out the spring training quarter this week. Congratulations to all the men who promoted today, and especially to Jude Moseman and Benjamin Jensen who joined the ranks of ALERT NCOs with their promotion to the rank of Corporal.
In addition to the Battalion promotions, 1Lt. Dillon Whitaker was promoted to the rank of Captain and 2nd Lt. Matthew Moody was promoted to the rank of 1st Lieutenant
For more information about the ALERT Academy, please see the link in our bio.