Naval Education and Training Command: Warrior Toughness

Every U.S. Navy Sailor, enlisted or officer, could face life-threatening situations from combat or casualty. Each and every one needs to have the ability to persevere and perform under both immediate danger and long-term stress, both on the job and at home.

Warrior Toughness (WT) is a holistic human performance skillset that enhances the toughness of our Sailors with a focus on the pursuit of peak performance. The system emphasizes coequal development of toughness in the mind, body, and soul. WT combines performance psychology skills with character development, and teaches the Warrior Mindset, whose concepts were initially developed by members of the Naval Special Warfare community.

Designed to increase the Navy’s warfighting capabilities, WT is an enabler of the Culture of Excellence as part of the first line of effort – Developing a Lethal Warfighting Force. In place at Recruit Training Command since October 2018, the curriculum is now incorporated across all Navy accessions at Officer Training Command Newport, the United States Naval Academy and the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps. WT will improve the performance of Sailors under stress and throughout their everyday lives, building lethal warfighters ready for the next mission.

Video by Travis Burcham, Joshua DuFrane, Airman 1st Class Phil Edwards, James Kever

SPAFORGEN and Career Progression

Defense Media Activity - Air Force

March 13, 2025 | 1:48

Want to know how to "level up" your Space Force career? As SPAFORGEN evolves, it's creating clearer paths for Guardians to advance and take on new responsibilities. This video explores how the SPAFORGEN cycle translates to career progression, offering insights on skill development, leadership opportunities, and how to become a sought-after expert in your field. Hear how SPAFORGEN can help you reach your full potential as a Guardian.