Posted by Cdt Oldrey
On Saturday 25th January 2009, Oldrey, Jones and Hollins and the CO, attended the Wing Drill Training Day at RAF Halton.
The whole day was run by several Drill Instructors who did a very good job at improving the drill standards of the attending Officers and Cadets.
The day consisted of both the Officers and Cadets learning firstly the basic drill manoeuvres (Shun’, Ease, Right Dress etc). These completed we moved onto the more advanced drill manoeuvres (Marching, Turning on the march etc). Then a huge leap to ceremonial drill used during parades, marches etc (Right and Left Form etc).
A few Cadets were able to practice banner drill, which was in my opinion the most confusing and difficult drill imaginable.
At the end of the day, there was a final parade, in which both Officers and Cadets were involved, putting to practice the drill learnt and giving the day a very smart and precise ending.
After attending, myself and the other Cadets felt we had made an achievement by the vast improvement of our drill.
I recommend it highly to any Cadet or even Officer, who wishes to improve their drill and have a fun day out.
Thursday, 29 January 2009
Sunday, 18 January 2009
Wing Marching Team Briefing
The Wing Marching Team participate in road marching events accross the UK and Europe, and in some cases represent the UK military at memorial services and cultural events.
Training starts soon (see the calendar), and prompt registration is required.
For more information see either the CO or Plt Off Rumsey.
Training starts soon (see the calendar), and prompt registration is required.
For more information see either the CO or Plt Off Rumsey.
Monday, 12 January 2009
First Aid Course
9-11 Jan 2009
The CO and CI Burdett attended the first Wing First Aid Course of the year. Claire was helping teaching a class of cadets, while I was taking the Activity First Aid Course, required to keep my BELA walking qualification up to date (if I'm leading a group I know how to treat an injury).
Training started straight away on the Friday night, and early again on Saturday morning, but the assessment came soon enough on Sunday. We were nervously waiting, and were being called one by one, and the suspense was mounting. Eventually my turn came and my nerves disappeared straight away. First I had to demonstrate CPR, then put a patient into the recovery position. The third scenario was a broken arm requiring treatment. In no time at all the assessment was over and I'm pleased to announce I'd passed.
I would recommend the course to all, but watch this space as we now have enough qualified staff to run a course at the squadron. The course will be the Youth First Aid and will earn you the red badge if you pass.
The CO and CI Burdett attended the first Wing First Aid Course of the year. Claire was helping teaching a class of cadets, while I was taking the Activity First Aid Course, required to keep my BELA walking qualification up to date (if I'm leading a group I know how to treat an injury).
Training started straight away on the Friday night, and early again on Saturday morning, but the assessment came soon enough on Sunday. We were nervously waiting, and were being called one by one, and the suspense was mounting. Eventually my turn came and my nerves disappeared straight away. First I had to demonstrate CPR, then put a patient into the recovery position. The third scenario was a broken arm requiring treatment. In no time at all the assessment was over and I'm pleased to announce I'd passed.
I would recommend the course to all, but watch this space as we now have enough qualified staff to run a course at the squadron. The course will be the Youth First Aid and will earn you the red badge if you pass.
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