Pfa Navy Calculator

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Reviewed by: David Chen, PRT Specialist & Navy Veteran

Maintain your peak operational readiness. Use our official-standard PFA Navy Calculator to estimate your Physical Readiness Test (PRT) scores based on the latest 2024 Navy Guide 5 standards.

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Enter your stats and click Calculate

pfa navy calculator Formula

Overall Score = (Pushup Points + Plank Points + Run Points) / 3
Category = LookUp(Average Score, Navy PRT Tables)
Source: Official MyNavy HR Physical Readiness Guide

Variables:

  • Gender: Biological sex as it determines the baseline scoring table used.
  • Age Range: Scoring standards decrease in intensity as age increases.
  • Push-ups: Maximum repetitions completed in exactly 2 minutes.
  • Plank: Duration of a proper forearm plank held without dropping.
  • 1.5 Mile Run: The primary aerobic capacity test performed on a flat course.

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What is pfa navy calculator?

The pfa navy calculator is a specialized tool used by U.S. Navy personnel and recruits to determine their performance level on the Physical Readiness Test (PRT). The PRT is one half of the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), the other being the Body Composition Assessment (BCA).

This calculator uses data from the Navy’s official scoring charts to transform raw data—like run times and rep counts—into standardized points. Sailors must achieve at least a “Satisfactory” overall score to pass their semi-annual requirement.

How to Calculate pfa navy calculator (Example)

To calculate your score manually, follow these steps:

  1. Find your age and gender group in the official Navy PRT tables.
  2. Record your raw scores: 60 pushups, 2:15 plank, and 11:30 run.
  3. Assign points to each: e.g., 60 pushups = 80 points; 2:15 plank = 75 points; 11:30 run = 85 points.
  4. Average the points: (80 + 75 + 85) / 3 = 80.
  5. Check the Category table: 80 points corresponds to an “Excellent” grade.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the plank required for all sailors? Yes, since 2021, the forearm plank replaced curl-ups as the mandatory core strength event.

What happens if I fail one event? In the Navy PFA, you must pass all three events. A failure in the run (even if the others are perfect) results in an overall failure.

Can I use a row or swim instead? Yes, commanders may authorize alternative cardio like a 2km row or 500yd swim, but scoring tables differ significantly.

How often is the PFA conducted? Usually, the PFA is conducted twice a year, though high-scorers may occasionally earn a waiver for one cycle.