U. S. Coast Guard Leadership Development Center

OCS Class 3-26 has officially arrived in New London and wasted no time getting to work! Since day one, these candidates have been developing into a cohesive company while tackling rigorous academic instruction, intense physical training, and sharpening their military proficiency.

3-26 has successfully completed their indoctrination phase—demonstrating resilience under pressure and the ability to operate as a unified team in challenging environments.
Follow along for the remainder of their training, leading up to their graduation on July 9th!

OCS Class 2-26 and BOTC 147 are diving headfirst into the foundations of leadership by learning emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and personal accountability. Through this process, they’re beginning to identify their individual strengths and weaknesses and how those traits contribute to a cohesive and effective team.

Uniform and room inspections are in full effect, academics are rigorous, and expectations are high. Through it all, the class is learning how to manage time, push through adversity, and stay focused under pressure. Every challenge is a lesson, and every lesson is building resilient leaders prepared to serve.