1140 (Steyning) Squadron Air Training Corps

"The Phoenix Squadron"

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How to Join as a Cadet

Are you eligible ?

§        To join the ATC you need to be between the ages of 13 and 16 years old.  You may be required to provide proof of age.

§        Young people of any religion and nationality are welcome to join our Squadron.

§        You do not have to be keen on a career in the Armed Forces – but you do have to be keen to be a cadet and experience many different things.

When can you join ?

§        As long as you are eligible to join you can join straight away.

§        The Squadron parades on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7.30pm to 9.30pm – you are welcome to attend on those nights.

§        Or call us to arrange a visit (see About Us for our phone number, email address and map).

What happens on your first night ?

§        On your first night you will be given a briefing on the Squadron and the activities we take part in. 

§        You will assist us to complete a New Recruit Form and have another form to take home for your parents/guardian to complete.

§        You will have a tour of the Squadron and be shown the emergency evacuation procedures and assembly point.

§        You will then be ‘buddied-up’ with an experienced cadet who will show you the ropes for your first few nights.

What is expected from you ?

§        The Squadron would like you to attend every parade night, but if this is not possible we ask you to keep us informed about your attendance.

§        We have standards of dress and discipline which all cadets are expected to meet.

§        We would like you to take a full and active interest in as many Squadron and Corps events as possible.  The more you put in, the more you can take out !

How much does it cost ?

§        Subscriptions are £5 per calendar month once you have been enrolled.  This allows us to fund most events without you having to pay too much extra.

§        All activities are charged at cost price – we do not make a profit.  Typically weekend events cost from £10-20, summer camp at an RAF station costs £50 and a week at an adventure training centre costs £60 (these figures are correct for 2003/4).  These fees include transport, accommodation and food.