Drill & Ceremonial Guide
Standards, commands, and best practices for RAF Air Cadets drill and ceremonial
RAF Air Cadets Drill Manual
Access the official drill manual for parade movements, commands, and ceremonial standards
Drill and ceremonial are at the heart of RAF Air Cadet tradition. Mastering parade movements, commands, and ceremonial procedures not only instils discipline and teamwork, but also allows cadets to represent their squadron with pride at public and formal events.
This guide provides key information and resources to help you excel on the parade square, whether you are new to drill or looking to refine your skills for competitions and ceremonial occasions.
Key Drill Topics
- Basic foot drill and marching
- Saluting and paying compliments
- Banner and flag drill
- Parade commands and voice procedure
- Formations and parade layouts
- Ceremonial dress and standards
- Competition and assessment tips
Drill Video Demonstrations
Pre Uniform
Shun
Stand at EASE
Stand EASY
Right Turn at the Halt
Right Incline at the Halt
Left Turn at the Halt
Left Incline at the Halt
Front Salute at the Halt
First Class
About Turn at the Halt
Left/Right Salute at the Halt
Fall Out
Officer On Parade Dismiss
Paces Rearwards
Paces Forwards
Left Close March
Right Close March
Quick March
Halt from Quick March
About Turn (Quick Time)
Officer Passing Your Front Salute
To the Front Salute (Quick Time)
Eyes Right
Mark Time
Mark Time (Forward)
Additional
Change Step on the March
Halt (Slow-time)
Left Salute (Quicktime)
Right Salute (Quicktime)
Slow March
Quick March from Slow March
Remove Headdress
Right Turn on the March