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Physical Training

A physical fitness test will be administered twice annually and is one of the requirements for promotion in rank. While it is the cadets' primary responsibility to be able to pass the Youth Physical Fitness Test (YPFT), every effort will be made to properly prepare cadets to obtain a minimum passing score before the official test in conducted. Classification: The following classification of total scores will be utilized to establish standards for first class, second class and third class participants.   1st Class 350 - 500 points 2nd Class 250 - 349 points 3rd Class 150-249 points Failing Below 150 points Events: Sit-ups; Push-ups; Pull-ups (male) or flexed arm hang (female); Broad jump; Shuttle run 300 yards / 220 run. Awards: All cadets scoring more then 250 points will be awarded the Physical Fitness Achievement Ribbon, as well as the National Youth Physical Fitness Program Certificate.