Marine Corps Recruit Training Matrix, Parris Island
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MCRD PI Matrix Terminology Explained
In this section of the website, we'll break down the matrix week-by-week, day-by-day, in civilian terms.
WEEK ONE TERMINOLOGY
- Academic Classes: Classroom instruction. Recruits are taught Marine Corps knowledge, customs and courtesies, among an abundance of information relating to the Marine Corps.
- COD: Close Order Drill
- Physical Training: Recruits take part in exercise, whether it be running, agility, push ups, and pull ups.
- H/CUT - 1(F): 1st haircut- follow series
- H/CUT - 1(L): 1st haircut- lead series
- MCMAP: Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
- Religious Services: Recruits are given time on Sundays to practice their religion. This gives them a chance to catch their breath and take a break from Drill Instructors.
- Academics Practical App: Recruits put to practice what they learn in the classroom.
- Core Values Guided Discussion (CVGDs): Recruits are taught about the core values of the Marine Corps, honor, courage, and commitment.
WEEK TWO
- Pugil Sticks I (L/F): 1st Pugil Sticks bout- lead and follow series
- Direct Deposit: Recruits set up their direct deposit accounts and are taught about other financial options they may have.
- (Fe) Dental Recall (R1): Female recruits 1st dental recall
- (Fe) Dental Recall (R2): Female recruits 2nd dental recall
- (M) Dental Recall (R1)-L: Male recruits 1st dental recall- lead series
- (M) Dental Recall (R1)-F: Male recruits 2nd dental recall- follow series
- H/CUT - 2(L/F): 2nd haircut- lead and follow series
- MCX - 1(L/F): 1st Marine Corps Exchange visit- lead and follow series
- 5k Hike: Recruits take part in their first hike of training which is 5 km in distance.
- Confidence Crs1 (L/F): 1st attempt at the confidence course- lead and follow series
- Obstacle Crs1(F/B): 1st attempt at the obstacle course- follow series
- Initial Travel (Male): Male recruits make their initial travel plans at SATO.
- (Fe) Dental Recall (R3): Female recruits 3rd dental recall
- Gas Chamber: Recruits train using their gas masks.
- Rappel Tower: Recruits learn how to rappel.
WEEK THREE
- Pugil Sticks II (L): 2nd pugil sticks bout- lead series
- (Fe) Dental Recall (R4): Female recruits 4th dental recall
- H/CUT - 3(F): 3rd haircut- follow series
- Obstacle Crs -1(L): 1st attempt at the obstacle course- lead series
- MCMAP End (F/Fe): MCMAP Endurance- follow series and female recruits
- (Fe) Dental Recall (R5): Female recruits 5th dental recall
- H/CUT - 3(L): 3rd haircut- lead series
- MCMAP End Crs1(L): MCMAP Endurance- lead series
- Pugil Sticks II (F/Fe): 2nd pugil sticks bout- follow series and female recruits
- (M) Dental (R2) L/F: Male recruits 2nd dental recall- lead and follow series
- 8k Hike: Recruits take part in the second hike 8 km in distance
- SerCom Inspection: Series Commander inspection.
WEEK FOUR
- Initial Drill: First close order drill competition. Recruits are judged on what they have learned about drill so far.
- Initial Travel (Fe): Female recruits make their initial travel plans.
- MCX - 2(Fe): 2nd Marine Corps Exchange visit- female recruits
- S.A.F.E. Swim Class: Recruits are given safety instructions before starting swim testing.
- Water Survival: Recruits are taught different water survival methods.
- MCX-2(M): 2nd Marine Corps Exchange visit- male recruits
- Thrift Savings Plan, Blended Retirement Systems: Recruits are taught about the Thrift Savings Plan and blended retirement systems.
- Inventory CFT: Recruits take part in a practice combat fitness test (CFT).
- (M) Dental (R3) L/F: Male recruits 3rd dental recall- lead and follow series
- MCMAP Testing: Recruits are tested on the MCMAP training they have learned.
- Blood Drive: Recruits are given the option of taking part in a blood drive.
WEEK FIVE
- Bayonet Assault Crs: Recruit take part in the bayonet assault course with their rifles and bayonets.
- Dental Surgery (R4(L)): Male recruits 4th dental recall- surgery if required- lead series
- H/CUT - 4: 4th haircut
- PFI-1 (L+Fe): Pre-firing inspection- lead series and female recruits
- Dental Surgery (R4(F)): Male recruits 4th dental recall- surgery if required- follow series
- 0-2 Clothing: Recruits have an initial fitting for uniforms.
- Indiv Photo (L): Individual dress blues photo- lead series
- Innoculations-2: Recruits receive a round of shots at medical.
- Dental Surgery (R5(L)): Male recruits 5th dental recall- surgery if required- lead series
- Indiv Photo (F): Individual dress blues photo- follow series
- Dental Surgery (R5(F)): Male recruits 5th dental recall- surgery if required- follow series
- Written Exam: Recruits take a written exam testing the knowledge they have learned so far.
- Indiv Photo (Fe): Individual dress blues photo- female recruits
- PFI-1 (F): Pre-firing inspection- follow series
- Dental Make-up: Recruits who have missed appointments will go to dental.
- 10k Hike: Recruits take part in their 3rd hike 10 km in distance.
WEEK SIX
- H/CUT - 5: 5th haircut
- Final Drill: Recruits compete in the final drill competition, testing their close order drill skills.
- Inventory PFT: Recruits take part in a practice physical fitness test (PFT).
WEEK SEVEN
- H/CUT - 6: 6th haircut
- Table 1 Re-qual: Recruits who did not qualify on Table 1 of the rifle range attempt to requalify.
- 12k Hike: Recruits take part in the 4th hike 12 km in distance.
- Museum Visit: Recruits visit the Marine Corps Museum on the depot.
- Foreign Language Program: Recruits who speak multiple languages are informed of the Marine Corps Foreign Language Program.
WEEK EIGHT
- Work Parties: Recruits help make targets for the range, pick up shell casings, etc.
- BWT (Follow/Female): Basic Warrior Training- follow series and female recruits
- Table 2 (Lead): Recruits take part in the second course of fire during firing week- lead series
- 0-2 Uniform Delivery: Fitted uniforms are delivered.
- BWT (Lead): Basic Warrior Training- lead series
- Table2 Follow/Female: Recruits take part in the second course of fire during firing week- follow series and female recruits.
- Combat End Crs: Combat Endurance Course
WEEK NINE
WEEK TEN
- Final Exam/ Prac App: Recruits take their final written exams and their practical application exams.
- Final PFT: Recruits take part in their final physical fitness test.
- H/CUT - 8 (L/F): 8th haircut- lead and follow series
- Final Testing Retest: Recruits who failed the written and prac app exams attempt the tests again.
- Emblem Ceremony: Recruits become Marines at the end of the Crucible and receive their Eagle, Globe, and Anchors.
- Warrior Breakfast: Marines take part in a big breakfast where they are served a variety of foods.
- Base Liberty 1: Marines are given a period of liberty on base.
WEEK ELEVEN
- 0-3 Uniform Del: Marines are given their uniforms.
- NFCU/FSNB Check: Marines are taught about different credit unions and banks.
- H/CUT - 9: 9th haircut
- Force fitness: Marines take part in a week's worth of fitness activities.
- Dental (R6(L))(R6(Fe)): 6th dental recall- lead series and female recruits
- Dental (R6(F))(R7(Fe)): Male Marines 6th dental recall- follow series. 7th dental recall for female Marines.
- Gear De-Issue: Marines turn in their gear.
- Personal Effects: Marines receive their personal effects that were turned in when boot camp started.
- Travel Makeup: Marines who missed the chance to make their final travel plans will go to SATO.
- Dental(R7(L/F))(R8(Fe)): Male Marines 7th dental recall- lead and follow series. 8th dental recall for female Marines.
- MCCS Resources/ NMCRS/Red Cross Brief: Marines are briefed about Marine Corps Community Services/Navy Marine Corps Relief Society and Red Cross.
- BN CO Inspection: Battalion Commander Inspection
- Field Meet: All Marines get together for a series of physical fitness activities.
- Base Liberty II: Marines receive a 2nd period of on base liberty.
WEEK TWELVE
- H/CUT - 10: 10th haircut.
- Weapons De-Issue: Marines return their weapons.
- Orders/SRB/RLS: Marines are taught about their orders and service record books.
- Pay Bills (Fe): Instruction on paying bills- female Marines.
- Pay Bills (F): Instruction on paying bills- follow series.
- Pay Bills (L): Instruction on paying bills- lead series.
- MOT RUN: Motivational run
- Family Day: Newly minted Marines see their families for the first time in 3 months.
- Graduation Practice: Marines practice for graduation the next day.
- Graduation: Marines graduate boot camp and begin their 10 day leave.
