7 Attributes of a SAS Operator:
- Physically Robust
- Mentally Robust
- Self-Confident
- Self-Disciplined
- Ability to Work Alone
- Ability to Assimilate new information quickly
- Ability to Assimilate new skills quickly
The SAS Selection Phase is considered the toughest worldwide. Candidates undergo the Hill Phase, including the High Walk and Test Week. High Walk is an escorted hill march over 23km to identify those committed to the cause. Test Week comprises timed marches with increasing ruck weights, culminating in a 64km ruck march with over 70 lbs. Candidates face challenging conditions based on the season.
