Navy SEAL training

Navy SEAL training, known as Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S), is an intense program designed to develop elite military operators. It emphasizes physical endurance, mental toughness, combat diving, navigation, weapons, and small-unit tactics. Over several months, trainees undergo rigorous physical exercises, underwater drills, and repetitive, demanding tasks to build resilience and teamwork. The process also filters out those unable to meet strict standards, ensuring only highly capable individuals advance. Successful completion results in earning the SEAL trident, signifying membership in a highly trained, versatile special operations force capable of operating in sea, air, and land environments.