Pass Out (2025)

: Actively participate in all scheduled rehearsals to learn the sequence of movements and commands.

: Use the day to reflect on your hard work and service with pride. How to Avoid Fainting (Passing Out) During the Parade Pass Out

: Keep your knees slightly bent or "soft." Locking them restricts blood flow back to the heart, which is a primary cause of fainting. : Actively participate in all scheduled rehearsals to

: Ensure your uniform is clean, pressed, and meets all institutional standards well in advance. : Ensure your uniform is clean, pressed, and

: Periodically wiggle your toes or clench and release your calf muscles. This helps "pump" blood back up to your brain.

: These can help maintain circulation in your legs and prevent blood from pooling. Recognizing Warning Signs (Presyncope)

Ceremonies often require standing still for hours, which can lead to "locking" your knees and fainting.