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211 Newbury Squadron operates a three monthly recruiting cycle roughly aligned with the quarters of the year. We have found that this gives our new recruits the best possible start in Squadron life - dedicated staff time for covering all the essential aspects of being a cadet.

We can take young people on board from 13 years old. It is not possible to take cadets under this age. Generally, we would recommend that cadets joining us are under the age of 17 in order to get the best length of service, as it is not possible to enroll cadets over 18 years old (although once enrolled cadets may continue past this age until their 20th birthday).

In our three month programme, a new recruit (we call them Junior Cadets) would be expected to learn about being a cadet, including:

* The history of the ATC and RAF
* A brief history of flight
* The rank structures for cadets and adult staff
* Basic foot drill
* The care of their uniform and shoes

During this period, recruits will be fitted for uniform.

At the end of the three month period as long as your knowledge, skills and drill are all up-to-scratch, Junior Cadets are officially enrolled into the ATC at the OC's parade.

Our recruitment dates are approximately as follows:

* 1st week of January
* 1st week of April
* 1st week of July
* 1st week of October

If you would like to attend our next recruitment day, please contact the Squadron to ensure that we know you are coming!