The Drill Pad Army Drill

Facing Movements

Facing at the Halt Facing to the flank is a two-count movement. The command is Left (Right), FACE. On the command of execution FACE, slightly raise the right heel and left toe, and turn 90 degrees to the left on the left heel, assisted by a slight pressure on the ball of the right foot. Keep the left leg straight without stiffness and allow the right leg to bend naturally. On the second count, place the right foot beside the left. foot, resuming the position of attention. Arms remain at the sides, as in the position of attention, throughout this movement.

Facing to the Rear Facing to the rear is a two-count movement. The command is About, FACE. On the command of execution FACE, move the toe of the right foot to a point touching the marching surface about half the length of the foot to the rear and slightly to the left of the left heel. Rest most of the weight of the body on the heel of the left foot and allow the right knee to bend naturally. On the second count, turn to the right 180 degrees on the left heel and ball of the right foot, resuming the position of attention. Arms remain at the sides, as in the position of attention, throughout this movement.

NOTE: Throughout these movements, the remainder of the body remains as in the position of attention.