AIR CADETS ADVENTURE TRAINING COURSE SPECIFICALLY FOR CADETS AGED 18 AND OVER

LOCATION: The National Air Cadet Adventure Training Centre (NACATC), Llanbedr, North Wales

PRE-COURSE REQUISITS and WHO CAN APPLY:

Cadets over 18 years of age on 3 July 2010 and be resident at Llanbedr for the entire course.

Have not attended this course before.

Have some previous experience of Adventure Trainingwith their Sqn or Wing and have the interest and enthusiasm to take their experience further. But need not be an ‘expert’ in any particular area.

Must be physically and medically fit to undertake adventurous activity continuously for 6 days.

Must have the determination and the will to face the challenge along with the flexibility to respond to various situations.

Have passed and been awarded the Air Cadets Basic Swimming Competence Certificate (for taking part in water based activities).

Cadets should be aware that they will live and work in very close proximity as a team and will be expected to undertake the varied duties required (training will be given as appropriate).

Send their completed application forms, health form, photo and cheque to their Wing HQs by the date as advised by their Wing.

By signing the application form applicants understand and agree that personal information will be recorded and stored appropriately for administration purposes relating to the course.

COST: £80 (cheques payable to ATC GPF and must accompany the application).

Cheques will only be cashed once a place is confirmed and are non-refundable.

TRAVEL: Unaccompanied by rail to Llanbedr.

COURSE DETAILS: There are 24 places available:

Number / Assembles / Disperses / Bids to HQAC by
LB/10 / Late afternoon Saturday 3 July 10 / After Breakfast Saturday 10 July 10 / Friday 14 May 10

COURSE PROFILE:

Cadets will have the opportunity to develop their AT experience and try something new.

There will not be the opportunity to gain National Governing Body qualifications, however experience on the course will be an excellent starting block or a step up.

Each cadet will be expected to take appropriate responsibility within their group for the domestic running of the centre on a rota basis.

The course will be staffed by NACATC and Air Cadet Staff who are qualified to run adventure training, catering and will be responsible for discipline.

Cadets will all take part in the same activities on a rota over the 1st few days, then subject to their ability assessed over these days will have the chance to choose the activity for a full long day that will push and stretch their comfort zone.

The course will take part in a relaxed atmosphere within the medium of AT, with normal ATC discipline and respect for fellow cadets and staff but without the need for cadets to supervise younger cadets as is expected of them in Sqn situations. Cadets of all ranks will be working on an equal footing with their peers within their activity groups and in social time. However this will not be a ‘freedom ticket’ away from the ACO ethos nor an 18/30 type holiday!! It is an Adventure Training Course and the ACO staff will send home any cadet they feel is taking advantage of the relaxed situation or who is disruptive or not contributing fully to the running of the week through lack of interest (not ability).

To:HQ Air Cadets (Phys Ed Admin)via Wing HQs

PLEASE WRITE CLEARLY IN BLOCK LETTERS AND INCLUDE AN E-MAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU HAVE REGULAR ACCESS TO

APPLICATION FOR OVER 18s CADET ADVENTURE TRAINING COURSE 2010

(See accompanying details sheet for eligibility)

1.Cadet Details:
Rank: / Surname: / Forenames
Sqn No: / Wing: / Region:
*Home Address:
Postcode: / Date of Birth:
HomeTel: / Mobile Tel:
Special Dietary needs:
*If this is not your preferred postal address please write an alternative on the back of this form
You must supply reliable e-mail addresses as correspondence will be sent by this means
Own E-mail
Sqn contact E-mail
2.Additional Contact Details:
Name: / Relationship:
Daytime or Mobile Tel No. / Home Tel No.
3.Previous attendance at NACATCs / Llanbedr: Yes/No Windermere Yes/No
4.Give a brief description of your Adventure Training experience:
5.Why would you like to attend and what do you wish to achieve from the course?:
6.I confirm I arranged to be free to attend the course with my school programme or college/university programme, my exam timetable or my employer. I attach a cheque for £80 and a photograph.
Signature of applicant______Date______
7.I support this application ______OC Sqn
8.Application supported by Wing HQs______Wing Ad O/ Wing AO

NATIONAL AIR CADETS ADVENTURE TRAINING CENTRE LLANBEDR – CADET CONSENT FORM AND CERTIFICATE OF HEALTH

Air Cadet Adventure Training Course NACATC Llanbedr 3 - 10 July 2010

Cadet’s Surname: / Forenames:
Rank: / Male/Female: / ATC Sqn
Date of Birth: / Religion:
Next of Kin/ / Relationship:
Person to Contact:
Home Address: / Telephone No:
Post Code:
Contact address and telephone number during the period of training (if different from above):
Post Code:

I wish to take part in adventure training activities at NACATC Llanbedr 3 – 10 July 10

Cadet Over the Age of 18:
I understand that I will be subject to RAF care and discipline and must conform to appearance standards required. I wish to participate in full adventure training activities.
The information contained in this document is classified as sensitive personal information and is subject to the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998. It is necessary for such information to be retained for legal reasons. Only such data as is relevant to the cadet’s attendance on the adventure training course will be used retained. Signing below indicates your consent for us to use and retain such data. You have the right under the Data Protection Act 1998 to request access to any personal information we hold on the cadet.
Date / Signed
Name in BLOCK Letters
(Cadet over the Age of 18)

REGARDLESS OF YOUR MEDICAL CONDITION YOU ARE REQUESTED TO COMPLETE FULLY, INCLUDING DOCTOR’S DETAILS, AND SIGN THE CERTIFICATE OF HEALTH OVERLEAF AND TO ATTACH ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION TO EXPLAIN IN DETAIL A CONDITION FROM WHICH YOU MAY SUFFER OR HAVE SUFFERED

If you are in receipt of Income Support, Contribution-bases Job Seekers Allowance or Family Credit you do not have to pay the food charge at the Centre. If you wish to claim exemption please quote your Benefit Number in the box provided and sign below.

Signed

RESTRICTED – MEDICAL

(when completed)

SURNAME:______FORENAME(S):______

NATIONAL AIR CADETS ADVENTURE TRAINING CENTRE LLANBEDR
CERTIFICATE OF HEALTH AND DECLARATION OF FITNESS

To be completed by All Cadets

* Note: If any of the following do not apply insert “NONE” in the box(es).

1.*Medication. I take the following medication:

Medication
/
Medical Condition (including any allergies)

2.

Medical Condition/Past Injuries for which I do not take medication but may affect my performance during the course. / Name, address and telephone number of the doctor registered I am registered with.

3.Asthma. All cadets must answer the following question:

Do you suffer or have you ever suffered from asthma? YES/NO

If YES then in addition to the declaration below you are to complete the questionnaire overleaf.

4.Declaration. I understand that I should arrive on the course well prepared, physically and sufficiently fit to undergo strenuous activity. I have declared all medical matters that may affect my participation in the course activities and I will inform the Centre Manager of any additional medical matter that occurs after the date of signing this form.

Signed:…………………………………………… Date:………………………………………

RESTRICTED – MEDICAL

(when completed)

RESTRICTED – MEDICAL

(when completed)

SURNAME: ______FORENAME(S): ______

NATIONAL AIR CADETS ADVENTURE TRAINING CENTRE LLANBEDR - ASTHMATICS QUESTIONNAIRE AND DECLARATION - TO BE COMPLETED BY ALL CADETS WHO SUFFER, OR HAVE SUFFERED, FROM ASTHMA

* Delete as appropriate

1.Questionnaire. I confirm that I *suffer/have suffered from asthma and wish to declare the following information:

  1. When was your last attack?:…………………………………… ………………..
  1. What preventative medication/inhalers do you use?(include strength and frequency of dose):.……………………… ……………………….……………………………

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  1. What reliever medication/inhalers do you use?:(include strength of dose)...…………………………………………………………………………………

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Indicate frequency of use during normal daily activities eg once a day, once a week etc: ………………………………………………………………………………

Indicate frequency of use during routine exercise………………………………………………………………………………..

  1. Have you ever required hospital admission for your asthma? *YES/NO. If YES give details of when:.…..……… …………………………………………………...

e.Have you sought advice from your doctor or asthma nurse prior to completing the health declaration? *YES/NO. If YES what did your doctor or asthma nurse advise?

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f.Any Additional Comments:………… …..…………………………………………..…

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2.Declaration. I fully understand that adventure training is a strenuous activity, which may be undertaken at times in extreme conditions and atmospheres. Additionally, I confirm I have been advised that, if I am unsure about my fitness to take part in adventure training I should consult my Doctor or Asthma Nurse, before signing this Certificate and Declaration. Should my asthmatic condition change, requiring any amendment to the above questionnaire before arriving at the National Air Cadets Adventure Training Centre, or if the change occurs during my stay at the Centre I will advise the Centre Manager.

Signed:…………………………………………… Date:…………………………………………

RESTRICTED – MEDICAL

(when completed)