MORE than 400 Army reservists hurdled the two-day warfighting drills, a key component of the 45-day Basic Citizen Military Training, at the Philippine Army headquarters in Camp Riego de Dios in Tanza, Cavite from September 29 to 30, 2022.

The BCMT Class 02-2022 reservists hurdled rope and obstacle courses, rappelling tower rapid deployment, 40-second breath-holding, 12-feet underwater rifle recovery and rifle marksmanship drills.

BCMT Class 02-2022 is composed of 321 males and 104 females.

Army reservists help regular troops and other government responders launch relief and rescue efforts during calamities.

Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Romeo S. Brawner, Jr. emphasized the need for the Army to recruit reservists who will effectively complement the regular force.