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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
Capt. Dillon Whitaker | Training Director, ALERT Academy
He came in thinking he had it figured out. Grew up in the faith, loved the Lord, knew his Bible. Then ALERT showed him how much more there was.
Week 7 of Basic Training changed everything. A hard moment hit and the only thing he could think was "God, help us through this." That was the answer to a question he`d been asking his whole life.
Now he`s the one leading the next generation through it.
Find out what`s waiting for you on the other side. Link in bio.
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Unit 74 Takes on the 3-Hour Hike
Today, the men of Unit 74 shouldered their packs and pushed through their first major hike. It’s more than miles — it’s about preparation, grit, and teamwork on the path to the 55-mile Endurance Hike.
Drop a Comment below if you’re rooting for these men.
Count it all joy.
Not because it`s easy. Not because it doesn`t hurt. But because God is in it.
James didn`t say avoid the trials. He said when you meet them — count it all joy. Because the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And steadfastness produces something in you that comfort never could.
Your faith doesn`t grow in stagnation. It grows in the fire.
Link in bio.
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Throwback Thursday - Unit 12 - In class
Unit 12 was in Basic Training from June 30 - August 24, 1997.
Looking back, what challenge shaped you the most?
Tag a Unit 12 brother you haven’t talked to in a while.
The Mud Run. It`s exactly what it looks like.
Dirt. Sweat. Brotherhood. This is what we do at ALERT Academy — push past what`s comfortable and come out stronger on the other side.
You in?
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Micro Hike – Unit 74
Packs on. Miles ahead.
Unit 74 completed their Micro Hike on Tuesday, getting their first taste of hiking with multi-day packs and learning how best to pack them.
This is just the start—everything is building toward the 24-hour, 55-mile Endurance Hike.
Tag someone you know in Unit 74 so they can see this after training 👇
More photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/alertacademy/albums
Where are you from?
From coast to coast, ALERT men are everywhere. We asked our students where they call home and the answers speak for themselves. This brotherhood doesn`t stop at the gates of Big Sandy - it stretches across the country and beyond.
One mission. Countless hometowns.
Where are you from? Drop it in the comments.
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R-Night.
This is the moment the new guys stop being applicants and start being ALERT men. A night to mark the beginning, to say welcome to something bigger than yourself, and to meet the brotherhood you`ll be doing life with for the next several months.
It`s only the beginning. Let`s get to work.
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Col. Jesse Boulden | Commanding Officer, ALERT Academy
The man at the top, and he`s still in the trenches.
As Commanding Officer of ALERT Academy, Col. Boulden leads the entire operation. But what sets him apart isn`t just the rank. It`s that he`s still here, still discipling the next generation of men, day in and day out.
That`s the standard at ALERT.
Link in bio.
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Unit 74 has arrived.
March 26th. The day it all started. A new group of men walked through the gates and made a decision that most guys their age will never make. They chose hard. They chose growth. They chose to become something more.
Nine weeks of Basic Training ahead of them. Discipline, brotherhood, challenge, and a faith that gets tested and built at the same time.
We can’t wait to see who they become on the other side.
If you want to be part of the next unit, sign up early and stay in the loop. Check out our website for more info and get on the email list. Link in bio.
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