The camp is conducted by Army ROTC and is open primarily to college students who have at least two years of college remaining. Training at Camp Challenge Students gain individual confidence through accomplishment of tough training. Training is sequenced in a logical, building-block manner. Learn basic military skills in order to function as a small unit member. Training begins with mechanical training, progresses through fundamentals of firing, the weaponeer device, shot grouping, how to zero your weapon, and firing your M-16.
Cadets also receive familiarization training on other primary individual and squad level weapons.
The purpose is to familiarize cadets with the diversity of opportunities available in today's Army and to assist Cadets in making an informed branch choice. The FTX is intentionally tough and introduces the element of stress. Throughout the exercise, cadets encounter physical and mental obstacles which challenge them as a person, cadet, and leader. Completely free of obligation. Students do not sign a contract with the Army to attend.