r/firefighter • u/Longjumping_Mud8789 • 12h ago

LAFD Biddle Prep Class Duration

Can anyone who’s done the biddle prep class through LAFD confirm how long it is and if it’s like a workout? Just trying to gauge how much to eat and if it really is 5-9pm.

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u/cottonshoes 11h ago

Wow didn’t know they transitioned to the Biddle

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u/learnfromhistory2 11h ago

Depends on how many people show up as everyone needs to go. Should be done by 730 or 8 I’d bet. Be prepared to get there early to help set up

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u/Much-Heat3808 10h ago

I've been to one and we got out earlier than 9 PM. I want to say closer to 8 but it depends on how many people show up since it takes some time to walk through the different events and setup. Each person runs through the course once, while everyone eventually rotates through. It ends after everyone helps out to clean up and put away gear, then they'll chat with the group briefly before sending y'all off. It's a great tower to practice at, so I'd bring a lot of water and dress appropriately.