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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
Most parents mean well. They want to shield their sons from pain.
But protection from every hardship produces a generation of 20-year-olds who look like men and think like boys. Safety-ism doesn`t grow sons up. It keeps them stuck.
Basic Training at ALERT is intentionally hard because hardship is what builds boys into men.
That`s the work. That`s the point.
Learn more at alertacademy.com.
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Your son is pushing through Basic Training with Unit 74—but what comes next might matter even more.
2nd Phase is where the shift happens.
It’s where discipline turns into initiative.
Where following instructions turns into leading others.
Where young men begin to own their decisions, their communication, and their future.
Through hands-on training, real-world scenarios, and leadership development, 2nd Phase challenges them to think, step up, and serve at a higher level.
Many parents say this is where they see the biggest change—
not just in what their son can do, but in who he’s becoming.
If your son is in Unit 74, now is the time to start thinking about what’s next.
Check out our bio to learn more about 2nd Phase and secure your sons spot.
And alumni—jump in below ⬇️
How did 2nd Phase impact you? What changed for you during those weeks?
Unit 74 successfully completed their 12 Hour Hike this afternoon!
Step after step. No shortcuts. No finish line in sight—just the next mile, and the one after that.
This is where endurance is built—preparing them for what’s ahead: the longer miles, the harder days, and the moments that demand more than they think they have.
“All that is required of you is a willingness to trudge.
There is no point in hurrying because you are not actually going anywhere.”
— Bill Bryson. IYKYK!
Nine to the front and six to the rear,
That’s the way we do it here.
My shoulders are back my chin is in,
I’m standing tall amidst the din.
Dress it right and cover down,
40 inches all around.
Hold your heads and hold’em high,
1st Platoon is marching by.
Hold your heads and hold’em proud,
2nd Platoon is mighty loud
Temptations come but I won’t bend,
ALERT responder to the end.
No regrets, no looking back,
When it gets tough pick up the slack.
Christian men, remember who you are. Life may hurt. You’re tired. You failed again for the hundredth time.
But you know the One who knows the end of the story. And He brought you here on purpose.
Don’t break. Get after it. Go glorify God. Live life to the hilt.
Apply now at the link in our bio.
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Survival Week doesn’t just teach you how to survive—it shows you exactly where you fall short and puts you in a team where you have to push through it together.
Shelter building. Cooking over a fire. River crossings. A 3-hour hike, then the 6-hour. Hard moments that pushed these guys past what they thought they could do—and drew them closer to God in the process.
You can see the transformation happening right in front of you. That’s Basic Training.
Apply now at the link in our bio.
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From East Texas to Malawi, Africa
Our Missions Class left this afternoon for a two-day journey to Malawi, where they will begin their work of mixing and pouring cement floors for a future hub for a church-planting ministry, and helping facilitate a Missionary Training Program alongside African students.
Please pray for:
• Safe travel and smooth logistics to and from Malawi
• Clear communication and all paperwork to be in order at the border
• God’s provision for unexpected expenses that come with a trip of this scale
• That God’s work would be done and His name glorified through their efforts
Thank you for standing with them in prayer.
They went through it. Now they lead others through it.
The drill instructors of Unit 74 didn’t just complete ALERT Basic Training — they came back to pour into the next generation. Because when something changes your life, you don’t walk away from it.
This is the difference ALERT makes.
Link in bio to learn more!
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Walls to climb. Ropes to conquer. Obstacles that demand grit.
The obstacle course isn`t just about going fast—it’s about refusing to quit and helping the guy next to you finish strong.
That’s where resilience is built. That’s where brotherhood is forged.
That is ALERT.
Link in bio
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After Survival Week, the men of Unit 74 finally experienced one of the most anticipated aspects of training—POGIE! (“Personally Owned Goodies I Eat”)
This often results in a larger-than-normal Mail Call filled with snacks, treats, and a little encouragement from home after a challenging week in the field.
Want to bless your son or a friend in Unit 74 with a POGIE package?
Order here: https://thealertstore.com/product/pogie-package/
Unit 74 is officially heading back from Survival Week.
A week in the field. Real pressure. No shortcuts.
These shots from some of their events show what it looks like when training meets reality—when teamwork matters, and quitting isn’t an option.
This is where the change starts.
Parents—let them know you’re proud in the comments.
Alumni—what was the hardest part of your Survival Week?
And if you know a young man who needs direction, discipline, and a reset—this is what that process can look like.