Watch U.S. Navy RTC Bootcamp Graduation Ceremony Live Online

The United States Navy Recruit Training Command (RTC) held its Bootcamp Graduation Ceremony on December 11, 2025, honoring the newest group of Sailors who have successfully completed the rigorous eight-week training program at Great Lakes, Illinois. This milestone event marks the official transformation of recruits into United States Navy Sailors—ready to serve, protect, and uphold the values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment.

The graduation ceremony, also known as Pass-In-Review, featured marching drills, ceremonial traditions, division performances, and motivational speeches from Navy leadership. Families, friends, and loved ones gathered to witness the proud moment as recruits stepped forward as fully trained Sailors.

Ceremony Highlights

🔹 1. Pass-In-Review Tradition

The graduates marched in precise formation, showcasing their teamwork, discipline, and military readiness.

🔹 2. Recognition of Top Performers

Several recruits were honored for outstanding performance in leadership, academic excellence, physical fitness, and marksmanship.

🔹 3. Official Navy Welcome

Graduates were officially welcomed into the fleet, symbolizing the beginning of their journey in the world’s most powerful naval force.

🔹 4. Emotional Family Reunions

After weeks of separation, families witnessed the proud moment of their recruits becoming full-fledged Sailors.

About Navy Bootcamp at RTC Great Lakes

RTC Great Lakes is the Navy’s only enlisted bootcamp, training thousands of recruits each year. The program includes:

Physical fitness training

Seamanship

Firefighting & damage control

Weapons training

Naval heritage & customs

Shipboard simulated exercises

Every Sailor who graduates from RTC carries the honor of completing one of the most respected training programs in the world.

Congratulations to the December 11, 2025 Graduating Sailors

The Navy family stands proud as these new Sailors head to their next assignments, A-schools, and fleet units worldwide. Their dedication, resilience, and hard work reflect the true spirit of the U.S. Navy.