UP IN THE AIR
UP IN THE AIR
Great people and an array of events and activities mean RAF personnel can balance work and play perfectly
The RAF is full of people who come from all walks of life but are on the same wavelength . That ’ s a great platform on which to build strong bonds and friendships .
Regulars are never far from a familiar face and Reserves tell us it ’ s the people who make their time here so special . As well as forging new friendships , friends from outside the RAF are always welcome on base .
The RAF attracts people who want the most out of life , so there ’ s always something going on . There are social events held every night in the bars and clubs on base . Additionally , most bases are close to major towns , making it easy to hang out there outside regular working hours .
Social events , including barbecues and formal dinners , are also put on for Reserves and their friends and family .
GOOD SPORTS RAF personnel are expected to stay at the top of their game , both mentally and physically , so we provide a lot of opportunities to stay fit , get into sports s and take part in Adventurous Training .
RAF personnel can join a club for just about any sport – from skydiving and scuba diving to tennis and sailing
.
There are more than 45 available sports including football , netball , rugby , hockey and athletics . We also offer some less common sports such as fencing , bobsleigh , power-kiting , power-lifting and gliding .
Every sport has teams and
training facilities as well as support
and sponsorship . Our RAF
personnel perform at every level from marathon fun runs to the Olympics .
CENTRES OF
EXCELLENCE Centres of Excellence
have cutting-edge facilities for
RAF personnel to hone
particular skills on . The RAF
Halton Centre of
Excellence has an
impressive tennis centre
with 13 outdoor and six indoor courts , a gymnasium
, and a bar
and dining area .
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