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Dating back to 1859, the Army Cadet Force (ACF) is a voluntary youth organisation which seeks to provide all-round development for young adults aged 12-18.

At units across the UK and on regular weekend camps, the ACF gives young people a structured and safe environment where they can undertake challenging activities led by qualified instructors.

Progressive military-based activities taught on a regular basis include:

Map and compass
Drill
Basic battlefield skills
First aid
Weapons skills
Target shooting

Cadets also get the opportunity to undertake:

Adventurous training - mountaineering, kayaking, climbing, biking
Duke of Edinburgh's Award from Bronze to Gold level
BTEC in Public Services worth 3 GCSEs
Leadership and teaching skills training
Exchange trips overseas
Most sports in teams up to National level
Music tuition in an ACF band