Can you go active from the Reserves with an RE-3 code (General under Honorable) for APFT failure and having been chaptered out of the NG?

2018-06-29T07:27:10-04:00

I am in the process of going active duty. My conditional release has been approved from the reserves and have already started working with my recruiter. But my question is that I was told I need a waiver and now they say I have to get 70% in each event to go active. Not just a passing score. Is this accurate?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 29 at 2018 9:37 AM

2018-06-29T09:37:33-04:00

RE-Code 3, yes you will need a waiver. But, I am a tad confused as you say you were Chaptered out of the Guard but are currently in the Reserves trying to go Active. As for the 70%, if this relates to being APFT Fail Chapter, then sounds like they are wanting to ensure you can beat the standards before wasting your time and their time.

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Jun 29 at 2018 8:58 PM

2018-06-29T20:58:05-04:00

Good Grief, NO one is interested in you just passing, hell many units would stomp you for 70 in each event.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 30 at 2018 10:27 AM

2018-06-30T10:27:28-04:00

I initially enlisted in the USAR as a 13B and often had to deal with my weight and at times passing the PT test. 35 years later as a regular Army LTC I recommend you set your goals higher and train to score at least 80 in each event. that means running 4-7 miles at least 3x per week. Maxing out pushups and situps 3x per day and counducting other physical activites to increase your strength and stamina. you must change your life habits to support your goals. its not easy but it is a matter of choice.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 30 at 2018 8:39 PM

2018-06-30T20:39:28-04:00

The question is what do you offer to the Army. If you already have a RE3 then you are not really a priority. Usually the Army will only take those that need waivers in times of need. If the Army is meeting their goals then they won't bother. If you had issues already then the Army won't want to deal with it. I am not trying to be negative but that is the reality of situation.