HMS Temeraire
HMS Temeraire is a place in Portsmouth where the Director of Naval Physical Development works. It is also where the Royal Navy School of Physical Training is located.
Role of the base
HMS Temeraire is an important place for promoting health and fitness in the Royal Navy. The Royal Navy School of Physical Training is also at HMS Temeraire. This school trains people in the Royal Navy to become Physical Training Instructors. These instructors help others in the Navy stay fit and healthy by teaching them how to exercise properly and take care of their bodies.
HMS Temeraire is an important place for promoting health and fitness in the Royal Navy. The Royal Navy School of Physical Training is also at HMS Temeraire. This school trains people in the Royal Navy to become Physical Training Instructors. These instructors help others in the Navy stay fit and healthy by teaching them how to exercise properly and take care of their bodies.
Royal Navy School of Physical Training
The Royal Navy School of Physical Training is responsible for training Physical Training (PT) Branch personnel. They offer courses for PT Branch qualification, PDev Officer courses, and Sea Acquaint courses. They recruit PT Branch personnel from other branches within the Royal Navy or through direct entry.
Direct entry candidates undergo suitability assessments and training before joining the 26-week Leading Physical Trainers Qualifying Course.
This course covers academic and practical subjects such as instructional techniques, fitness principles, sports coaching, and adventurous training. Career courses for Chief Petty Officers and Petty Officers focus on both academic and physical aspects and include management skills. PDev Officers and Sea Acquaint courses are also provided.