Ukrainian General Staff to launch additional inspection of military training centers

Despite a 13% increase in the number of instructors last year, the capacity of training centers providing Basic Combined Arms Training (BCAT) is currently not being fully utilized.

As reported by Ukrinform, this was stated by Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi on Facebook.

“The two main components of our military’s activity today are the conduct of combat operations and the high-quality training of personnel for participation in them. It is precisely proper training that directly affects the preservation of soldiers’ lives and health. Over the past year, significant progress has been made in this area. The staffing of instructors at training centers has been increased by 13%. Basic Combined Arms Training has also been deployed at the bases of combat brigades, and its duration and curriculum have been aligned with the requirements of modern warfare,” Syrskyi emphasized.

At the same time, he noted that the training potential of the centers is not being fully utilized and that the quality of basic training in many brigades needs improvement. According to Syrskyi, more competent, professional instructors with practical combat experience must be trained and engaged.

Following a monthly working meeting on training issues, the Commander-in-Chief instructed that BCAT in brigade rear areas be conducted strictly in the volumes necessary for high-quality instruction and with mandatory adherence to appropriate safety standards. On this matter, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will carry out an additional inspection.

Syrskyi also reported that exemplary models of BCAT organization were demonstrated during the meeting, which other military units should use as benchmarks. He thanked the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade for its high standards, multifunctional training range, modern training methods, and well-developed educational and material infrastructure.

Separately, the Commander-in-Chief discussed the operation of the Instructor School within the Ground Forces, established with the support of the “Come Back Alive” charitable foundation, which is gradually building its capabilities.

“The issue of transferring experienced specialists to instructor positions remains relevant both for the new School and for existing training centers. Appropriate solutions will be found. We are also working on additional financial incentives for instructors in combat brigades,” Syrskyi stressed.

As reported by Ukrinform, on January 3, Syrskyi outlined the key priorities for the Medical Service for January 2026.

Photo: Syrskyi / Facebook