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Drill and Ceremonial Parades
As part of a military-themed organisation, Cadets regularly conduct Drill practice and participate in Ceremonial Parades. Drill offers an excellent opportunity for Cadets to hone their coordination and teamwork skills.
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Flying and Gliding
One of the most exciting activities within the organisation; Cadets will be given the opportunity to experience flying in powered aircraft and unpowered gliders whilst under the guidance of a qualified pilot.
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Sports and Athletics
By participating in sports and athletic activities, Cadets are given the opportunity to engage in fun and healthy competition whilst also learning the importance of good sportsmanship and teamwork.
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Shotgun and Range Shooting
Following extensive training and under close professional supervision, Cadets can qualify to shoot on a number different fire-arms including air rifle, shotgun, and full bore.
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Adventure Training
Cadets get the opportunity to take part in many exciting outdoor activities – such as archery, rock climbing, and mountain biking – to name just a few – which is a fantastic way to keep active whilst having great fun!
What Is The RAF Air Cadets?
The RAF Air Cadets offer young people exciting opportunities for personal and professional development. We’re an inclusive organisation that cares about helping young people reach their potential. Every year nearly 43,000 air cadets and 10,000 volunteer staff take part in exciting events at over 1,000 squadrons across the UK.
From cyber and space to sports, flying and adventure training – being a cadet means trying new things in a safe environment, making friends along the way and gaining skills for life.
What Do We Do?
The RAF Air Cadets offers many exciting exciting activities that are both fun to participate in and also help build vital life skills. The main areas we focus on are:
Air
Flying and gliding, air experience flights in the RAF fixed wing and rotary fleet, drone operations and pilot training including the opportunity to fly solo.
Space
Learn about the Royal Air Force and defence industry capabilities in satellite communications, rocketry, air and space technology.
Cyber
For those curious about computer and networking skills, programming, cyber security and cyber warfare.
Skills
Specialist trainers deliver sports, music, bands, first aid, radio communications, drill and ceremonial and road marching. RAF Air Cadets is also one of the largest UK providers of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme.
Adventure Training
Visit one of our training and activity centres around the UK to try rock climbing, abseiling, high-level hill walking, mountain-biking, canoeing, high rope work and sailing.
Military
Visits to specialist units across the UK armed forces, target shooting, parachuting, annual camps at military bases in the UK and overseas, fieldcraft and survival skills, experiencing overseas travel through the International Air Cadet Exchange programme.
Further Education
Gain BTEC diplomas in teamwork and personal development, leadership, music, and ILM qualifications in leadership and management.