171 (Christchurch) Squadron Air Training Corps.
Wickfield Avenue, Christchurch, Dorset. Tel: 01202 471671 (Meeting Monday & Thursday Evenings)

Drill
The Air Cadets, as a military youth organisation, sets itself and its members very high standards, including dress and behaviour. Drill is a vital part of encouraging team work.The Air Cadet Organisation encourages teamwork and well disciplined cadets among many things.

Drill (marching) is a vital part of encouraging teamwork. When a group of cadets walk on to a drill square they are all individuals, but as soon as a session of drill begins the cadets become a team following the orders given by one person. Instead of individual feet hitting the ground, there is only one bang this is result of practise and teamwork.
Drill is also used to move cadets from one place to another in a smart orderly fashion. This shows civilians and members of the forces just how well disciplined the cadets of the Air Training Corps are.
Cadets participate in various forms of drill, some of which include :- Foot Drill - Basic Drill - Quick & Slow Time - Banner Drill - Ceremonial Parades - Band Drill.