Page 17 - RAPTC Mind, Body & Spirit

Maj Dave Boocock, Q Rachel Mackenzie & SSgt Helen Heycock (3 Ladies in a boat)
Ex Apostle Paddle as one of the lead coaches. This RAPTC Open Canoe expedition to the Alberta and British Colombia (BC) provinces of Canada achieved first and fore most many of the aims of AT, developed Open Canoe and expeditionary skills, was a great cultural experience and brought together a broad spectrum of RAPTC personnel.
Team Training. Army HQ also offers other work and development opportunities in addition to the aspects already mentioned, team training and cohesion sessions are an important part of the battle rhythm. This year the staff have taken part in Golfing and Fishing team cohesion sessions, in addition internal educational project and consultancy courses have been completed. Army HQ is busy and the working tempo at times can be frantic but time is afforded and development is encouraged.
RAPTC Team during the 2017 Series
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HEADQUARTERS REGIONAL COMMAND
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT BRANCH
Maj (MAA) G M Field RAPTC
The Regional Command PD Branch has continued to drive forward some key work-strands and initiatives over the last 12 months. They include, but are not limited to; greater governance of Physical Training Equipment expenditure, enhanced scrutiny of the Servicing and Maintenance contract, refinement of the Army Sports Trophies Competition rules and overall command & coordination of the British Military Contingent (BMC), Nijmegen Marches.
Whilst most of you will be familiar with the various outputs previously listed, Nijmegen Marches may not be so well-known. This is an international marching event which takes place annually (July) in and around the town of Nijmegen. Its scale is impressive, with more than 45,000 participants taking part, 7000 being military personnel from many nations. Indeed, the UK tri-Service and cadet contribution is the second largest military contingent at the event.
In total, Regional Command PD Branch (which includes WO1 Painter) manage the deployment of over 1000 Service personnel. This includes participants (~800 personnel), admin and support staff, chefs and a fully functioning Field Hospital. The
Regional Command PD Staff