Category Archives: Drill Instructor

Marine Corps recruits will be chanting various “cadences” while they march or run in formation. Drill instructors will either lead or choose a recruit to lead a cadence in a “call-an-answer”.  Cadences serve a few purposes. First of all, it … Continue reading →

During training, drill instructors will have recruits march and jog to various cadences to keep recruits focused and in step with one another. The “lyrics” of cadences are usually designed to motivate recruits as well. Often a drill instructor will … Continue reading →