The Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) reaffirmed its commitment to operational readiness and physical excellence as it commenced its bi-annual base fitness assessment on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Leading by example, senior officers—including the Force Chaplain—were the first to undergo the rigorous evaluation, setting a high standard for the ranks and rates to follow. Their participation underscored the principle that military fitness is not just a requirement but a collective responsibility at all levels of leadership.
Organized by the RBDF Training Department, the assessment features a series of physically demanding exercises designed to test strength, endurance, and overall readiness. Participants must complete a sequence of push-ups, sit-ups, and pull-ups before tackling a 1.5-mile run. The evaluation concludes with a 300-meter swim, reinforcing the force’s commitment to maintaining peak physical condition.
The senior officers’ early participation set the tone for the remainder of the force, ensuring that no one is exempt from the standard of being “fit to fight.” Over the next two weeks, assessments will continue until all personnel have undergone testing, reinforcing the RBDF’s mandate of national security through discipline, resilience, and operational fitness.
With physical preparedness being a cornerstone of military effectiveness, the RBDF under the leadership of Commander Defence Force Commodore Raymond King, remains steadfast in its mission to develop a force capable of meeting any challenge. Through continuous training and evaluation, the organization ensures that every marine upholds the highest standards of strength, endurance, and duty.
(RBDF Photos by Able Seaman Macmillan Estilien & Marine Seaman Rickey Sealey)
