Elite Officer Training Preparation for Sandhurst, Cranwell, Dartmouth & CTCRM, Lympstone

Poseidon Performance offers comprehensive physical and mental preparation for the UK’s most prestigious officer training programs. Our expert-led coaching ensures you’re ready to meet the rigorous physical, mental, and leadership demands of the British Armed Forces.

UK Officer Training Programs

  • Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (Army Officer Training)

    Sandhurst is known for producing some of the finest military officers in the world. The rigorous 44-week course demands peak physical fitness, mental resilience, and strong leadership abilities.

    Key Requirements:

    • Exceptional physical fitness and endurance.

    • Ability to lead and work as part of a team in high-stress situations.

    • Strong mental fortitude to cope with demanding challenges.

  • RAF College Cranwell (Royal Air Force Officer Training)

    The RAF Officer Training at Cranwell emphasizes physical fitness, mental resilience, and leadership. Candidates must meet high fitness standards to lead with strength and authority.

    Key Requirements:

    • Physical stamina to pass intense fitness tests.

    • Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate others.

    • Mental resilience to thrive in high-pressure situations.

  • Britannia Royal Naval College Dartmouth (Royal Navy Officer Training)

    Dartmouth prepares future Royal Navy officers to lead in maritime environments, focusing on physical fitness, mental toughness, and the ability to lead in challenging naval situations.

    Key Requirements:

    • Strong physical fitness to endure demanding maritime conditions.

    • Leadership skills for naval operations.

    • Mental toughness to navigate complex challenges on land and sea.

  • Royal Marines Officer Training (Commando Training Centre, Lympstone)

    The Royal Marines’ 15-month officer training program at Lympstone is one of the toughest in the world, requiring elite fitness, endurance, mental resilience, and an unwavering commitment to leadership.

    Key Requirements:

    • Elite physical fitness, including strength, endurance, and agility.

    • Ability to lead in extreme conditions and high-pressure environments.

    • Strong mental resilience to face intense physical and mental challenges.

Why Choose Poseidon Performance for Your Officer Training Preparation?

Our officer training preparation programs are led by Nicholas Martin-Jones, a former Royal Marines Commando Physical Training Instructor, ensuring you receive elite-level coaching tailored to your goals.

Expert Guidance: Nicholas brings years of experience as a Royal Marines Commando Physical Training Instructor, offering unparalleled insight into what it takes to pass the physical and mental tests required by these prestigious institutions.

• Customised Training Plans: Each program is personalised based on the specific officer training program you’re applying for, whether it’s Sandhurst, Cranwell, Dartmouth, or Lympstone. We target your physical and mental weaknesses to build you up to elite standards.

• Military-Specific Training: Our preparation includes military-specific fitness tests, mental resilience training, leadership development, and scenario-based challenges to simulate the conditions you’ll face during officer training.

• Holistic Approach: We focus not only on physical fitness but also on mental resilience, leadership skills, and stress management to ensure you’re ready for the demands of officer training.

What’s Included in Our Officer Training Preparation Programs?

Physical Conditioning: Our program focuses on improving your overall fitness to meet the demands of military officer training. We incorporate military fitness standards and specific drills to ensure you’re ready for the physical tests.

Key Areas Covered:

• Endurance and Stamina: Running, ruck marches, and long-distance endurance training.

• Strength and Power: Functional strength training with bodyweight and resistance exercises.

• Agility and Mobility: Drills to improve flexibility, agility, and mobility in various terrains.

Military Fitness Test Preparation

We help you meet the fitness standards required by each institution, preparing you for specific military fitness tests.

Fitness Tests Include:

• Sandhurst Physical Tests: 2.4km run, press-ups, sit-ups, and additional fitness standards.

• RAF Cranwell Fitness Tests: 2.4km run, strength exercises, and obstacle course preparation.

• Royal Navy Dartmouth Fitness Standards: 2.4km run, swimming tests, and strength challenges.

• Royal Marines Lympstone Commando Tests: Running, swimming, strength endurance, and the legendary endurance course.

Mental Resilience and Leadership Training

Our program prepares you mentally and emotionally for the stresses of military leadership, including mental toughness drills and scenario-based leadership challenges.

Scenario-Based Training

Our program includes realistic military scenarios that simulate the challenges you’ll face during officer training, helping you apply your fitness and leadership skills in real-world situations.

Success Stories from Our Officer Training Candidates

  • Sheikh Khalid Bin Khalifa

    When Sheikh Khalid Bin Khalifa sought to embark on his journey to become an officer at the prestigious Britannia Royal Naval College (BRNC), he knew the challenge was more than just academic. The rigorous demands of military fitness, leadership, and specialized skills required a carefully crafted approach to ensure he was physically and mentally prepared. That’s where Poseidon Performance stepped in.

    At Poseidon Performance, we understand that success in military training comes from a blend of physical excellence, leadership capability, and the mastery of specialized tasks. With Sheik Khalid’s determination and our expertise, we put together a holistic plan tailored to his unique goals.

  • Nicholas’s training program prepared me for every challenge at Sandhurst. His expertise and support were invaluable in helping me pass the physical tests and develop the leadership skills I ne

    Capt Kalifa Bahrain Defence Force

  • “The Royal Marines training preparation was tough, but thanks to Poseidon Performance, I was more than ready. Nicholas knew exactly what I needed to improve on, and his program helped me push through the hardest parts of the Lympstone training.”

    Lt Bedford RM

  • Poseidon Performance was instrumental in preparing me for BRNC Dartmouth. Nicholas’s training program was tailored specifically to the demands of naval officer training, from physical fitness to leadership skills. The mental resilience and endurance I built during his sessions gave me the confidence to excel in every challenge I faced at Dartmouth.

    Lt RN S Gregory

Ready to Start Your Officer Training Journey?

Get the expert guidance and personalised preparation you need to succeed at Sandhurst, Cranwell, Dartmouth, or Lympstone. Book your consultation today and begin your journey to becoming an elite officer.