Stirling Selection 09, 29/30th May, Olchon Valley

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Stirling Selection 09

29/30th May

Location: Great Blackhill Farm, Olchon Valley.



A true test of one's physical, and mental endurance. Selection is a scaled-down version of the infamous S.A.S. selection course. Participants will be required to face the challenges of point-to-point, followed by a real-time tactical exercise whilst under the constant threat of enemy capture.


Stirling Airsoft selection course was first run in 2003. It was designed to push the candidate to the maximum of their ability and for us to select a team that we belived would suit the style of scenario's that we operate.

So far since 2003 we have had 312 candidates both male and female through selection from people wanting to test themselves,  for their charity, or to get into the Stirling Airsoft selection team. Out of 312 candidates only 33 have passed.


Friday Night

Introduction and talk from ex-regiment members
Map reading & navigation lesson
Kit preparation
Weapons briefing
Weekend outline and rules.

Stage 1: Physical Training and Survival.

Saturday Morning

Point-to-point navigation exercise carrying all equiptment and 25kg weighted Bergan. This Excersise must be completed within 6hrs.

Stage 2: Endurance.

Stage 3: Team Building.
River crossings
Camouflage & concealment
Patrolling
Covert O.P. building
Close target recce's
Fire & manoeuvre drills

Saturday Evening

Stage 4: Combat mission/E&E

Exercise begins.
Support will be provided from the staff, however the participants will be expected to exercise initiative and put the skills learned to use throughout.

Mission briefing
Formulate & execute plan
Move to extraction point avoiding enemy capture at all costs.

Stage 5: Interrogation

Any operatives caught will be subject to interrogation for the remainder of the operation.

Sunday Afternoon
End Exercise


Recommended Kitlist

Bergan.
Sleeping bag and ground mat.
Wash kit - be warned, there are no shower facilities on site.
Toilet roll.
Eye protection.
Weapon (Airsoft)
Combats - jacket/trousers.
Good boots.
Webbing/assault vest or something to carry water/ammo/survival equiptment.
Water bottle/rehydrator.
Multi-tool or pocket size screwdriver set.
Torch/Lightsticks.
Spare batteries
Brew kit
Compass
Mapcase


Location

Great Blackhill Farm
Craswall
Herefordshire
HR2 0PH

Arrivals before 19:00 hours on Friday 29

Booking Information

24 Places.

Cost- free

Please see our Booking information page for more details and a downloadable booking form

Any questions phone Matt on 07831 429 407, or email bookings@stirlingairsoft.com

[Zulu Daddy]

On behalf of Stirling airsoft i would like to thank all those that turned up for the Selection weekend.
16 people stood ready to face the challenge.

Stirling selection is a tough & gruelling weekend, but i know that it is very rewarding.

To those that were unsucessful on this occasion,well doner on getting as far as you did, prep & get yourselves ready for next time.

to the 6 that passed - congratulations on earning your badge that was the easy bit! the hard part is keeping the badge.

you have joined the few and im sure you will reap the benefits this brings.

well done:
ED
Sherridan
Mike
Ingrid
Mark
Neil.

now the hard work starts.

[payback]

Sitting here at work today, I feel a million miles away from selection and although it was tough (bloody tough), I kind of wish I was still there.

It truly is a fantastic experience and for people who have never done anything like it before, you should attempt it. Be warned - it's no walk in the park and without the correct build up training and the correct mental attitude, you won't stand a chance. You really have to want to pass and pass for all the right reasons.

A massive thanks to Matt, Keith, Ben and all of the DS, who did a throughly professional job throughout. A special mention for Tyler, you are a legend, your turn next year mate.....

I can't wait for the next event so I can wear my badge with extreme pride.


Ed.

[Ingrid Hughes]

It was truly the most unbelievable experience I have ever been through. It was tough and yet I'm sad to be back to normal daily life! As Ed says it is no walk in the park, you need to train and be mentally prepared, there was nothing I wanted more than to pass and I still can't believe I have!

I would also like to thank Matt, Ben, Keith, Tyler, Mark and all the staff, you all know I am eternally thankful, I send you all a big big hug and kiss. A special thank you to Faye for being there specially for me!

I can't wait for the next challenge, I am so proud to belong to the best!

Ingrid.

[Spyder]

This has been an experience that I will never forget. I have never pushed myself so hard before and cannot put into words the sense of achievement I now feel. Not knowing that much about Stirling Airsoft before I turned up for selection, I have come away with nothing but total respect for everyone who is a part of it. You guys are the elite, no doubt about it.

From my point of view, the whole event was perfectly organised - totally professional!

Thanks to everyone at Stirling Airsoft; it was great meeting you all. I really hope to see you again soon where I will be wearing my badge with pride. It was also great meeting all of the others who took part in selection.

Looking forward to the next time we meet.

Neil

[Zulu Daddy]

Welcome to the Club neil,
Were glad you enjoyed your experience & thanks for the feedback, it is always appreciated,
hopefully your about to embark on the stirling Ship, where you will experience the ultimate airsofting experience & be part of a TEAM.

we look forward to seeing you at the training day.

keith.