Naval Station Great Lakes, United States Navy

Welcome to Naval Station Great Lakes, the United States Navy's primary training hub for all newly enlisted sailors and prospective officers within the fleet. Here, recruits begin their journey through Recruit Training, learning military bearing, seamanship, firefighting, damage control, weapons handling, first aid, and the fundamentals of life at sea. Graduates continue their development through advanced schools, qualifications, and leadership courses before reporting to operational commands across the fleet. Whether you're taking your first oath, earning qualifications, or preparing for your next assignment, Naval Station Great Lakes serves as the foundation of every sailor's career. Train with discipline. Learn with purpose. Sail with honor.