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Our next recruitment intake will be held on TUESDAY 20th MARCH . Anyone interested in joining are asked to join us on this date. Click here for more details! At the moment 1004 Pontypridd is not recruiting. Anyone interested in joining as a cadet are asked to participate in our next induction evening on TUESDAY 20th MARCH y.

So, are you ready to take the first step towards all the opportunities and benefits that the air cadets can offer you? Here are some things you shoulc know before joining:-

What we do?

Every parade night (the night's we meet) is different. We have a range of different activities planned every night including, leadership exercises, flight simulation, camouflage and concealment, projects, map reading, radio communication and much more. It is for this reason that we can't possibly tell you exactly what you will be doing.

TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE AT OUR NEXT INDUCTION, GET IN TOUCH WITH US BY CLICKING HERE. QUOTE "RECRUITMENT" IN THE SUBJECT!

Things to know before you turn up

  • The minimum age you can join is 13
  • You must have a parent or guardian with you where they will have to fill in a short form.

What will I get out of it?

What did you do last weekend? Nothing? Watch TV? Play on the playstation? Apart from all the shooting, flying, gliding, adventure training, sports and much more activities on offer, what will you get out of it? Join the air training corps and you will have some unbelievable experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. You will see the benefits of the atc from the minute you join. Have you ever flown aerobatics in the sky? How many of your friends can say they did that last weekend?

Does it cost?

Subscriptions to squadrons can vary depending on the activities offered. Our squadron is currently charging £10 a month for enrolled cadets and 50p a night for all new cadets (first 4 - 8 weeks - Not inclusive of first week) This should not be a barrier to any cadet wanting to join experiencing family financial difficulties, you should let the CO know of your situation. All new cadets joining must pay the monthly subscription via direct debit which is £10 a month

What will happen on the night I join?

When you first turn up you will be greeted by a member of staff. Don't worry, there's no need to be nervous, we don't bite! They will briefly explain to you the process of joining, and all the fun and exciting stuff we do. Your parent/guardian will have a consent form to fill out, just to make sure everything is A-ok with you joining. After that, you will be given a tour of our building by either another member of staff or a cadet.

The night is scheduled as follows:-

19:00 - 19:30 Uniform inspection
19:30 - 20:15 First period
20:15 - 20:30 Break
20:30 - 21:15 Second period
21:15 - 21:30 Final parade

 

Ready to join?

Think you're ready to join?
If you want to join largest youth organization in the uk, please don't hesitate to get in touch. You may contact us by e-mail at 1004atc@gmail.com ,contact us by telephone (01443)400266  during squadron hours only, or you can simply turn up on one of our parade nights with a parent or guardian. We meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00pm until 9:30pm

The joining process is quick and easy. All you need to do is get your parents/guardion to fill out a simple from giving you permission to join. Then all the great opportunities the air training corps has to offer are available to you!

If you have any questions at all please visit our FAQ or get in touch with us. E-mail us at 1004atc@gmail.com

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