Welcome to Afloat Training Group, Norfolk (ATGN)! ATGN is Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic’s (COMNAVSURFLANT) executive agent for training and assessment of ships stationed in Norfolk, Rota, and Bahrain. The primary mission of ATGN is to prepare ships for Basic Phase certification and progression to the Advanced Phase of the Fleet Response Training Plan. Throughout the Basic Phase, ATG teams travel to and embark on ships to support training and certification events across 23 mission areas, encompassing Combat Systems, Engineering, Damage Control, Aviation, Navigation, Seamanship, Supply, and Medical. Additionally, ATGN supports events across the Maintenance, Shakedown, and Sustainment Phases as required to prepare for and/or maintain certification status. ATGN is comprised primarily of Surface Warfare Officers, senior enlisted surface warfare specialists, and in-rate subject matter experts. ATGN is home to the second-largest Chief Petty Officer’s Mess in the world!
Please contact your Command Sponsor Coordinator via email: ATG_nrfk_sponsorship@navy.mil to receive a sponsor.
For immediate assistance, please call the quarterdeck phone number: (757) 445-1680
For additional Command information, visit website at: commander, afloat training group norfolk (navy.mil). We look forward to your arrival!