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  THE ROYAL ARMOURED CORPS TRAINING REGIMENT (RACTR)
WO2 (QMSI) I Gillard RAPTC, SSgt (SSI) S Leng RAPTC, Sgt (SI) R Ingles RAPTC
WO2 (QMSI) I Gillard RAPTC. This has been a challenging and demanding 2-year tenure at The Armour Centre (ARMCEN). I have overseen various transitions both in the Physical Development (PD) and in the managerial structure domain. Tasks included leading on the trials and implementation of Role Fitness Test (Soldier) (RFT(S)), the introduction of Woman in Ground Close Combat (WGCC) and establishing the role of Garrison QMSI (acting as a defacto SO3) within the ARMCEN HQ. The new role has seen me enter uncharted territory with exposure to senior management decision making, future operating modelling, industrial contract changes and early market engagement to name but a few.
Coinciding with the HQ role, ARMCEN has been the focal point to many events throughout the year most notably the Hodsons Horse, which saw competitors from all cap badges across the Royal Armoured Corps (RAC) compete in an Inter Corps Sports competition. The week is concluded with the RAC boxing finals night which is held at the Tank Museum.
The future ensures a challenging new venture for the new QMSI with many exciting projects in the pipeline, which include extensive infrastructure upgrades, the introduction of the Strength and Conditioning centre and the redesign of the Garrison, bringing it into the technical age.
This tenure has been judged as a success which is great thanks to the remarkable team within the gymnasium and the support of all members within ARMCEN.
Sgt (SI) R Ingles RAPTC - RACTR. Life at Bovington has been as busy as ever with over 600 Initial Trade Trainees (ITT) and over 1500 Subsequent Trade Trainees (STT) passing through the establishment every year.
Throughout the year, RACTR has been the lead on many events for the betterment of all Service Personnel (SP). The Commanders Cup provides all permanent staff from the garrison the opportunity to compete in a competitive Inter School competition. Events include a number of sporting activities throughout the year, culminating with Race the Sun, which is a multi-activity day event. This year has seen the return of the RACTR ITT boxing event, which allowed trainees to undertake a boxing training camp followed by a fight night in which trainees could showcase their talents and fight under the cap badge of their future regiments. The gymnasium hosted the RAPTC pre-selection briefing course, which consisted of AAPTIs from across the Army being assessed on various skills required prior to attending the RAPTC Selection course. The day was both demanding and insightful, and all AAPTIs who attended gained a lot of guidance and confidence.
The training team consists of both civilian contracted and military PTIs who have tested my leadership capabilities as I took on the new role of Training Delivery Sergeant. Due to the demanding and busy nature of ARMCEN, all staff have worked exceptionally well throughout the year in order to ensure all troops that pass through our lines are physically and mentally robust enough to conduct their job role, wherever in the World they are deployed.
SSgt (SSI) S Leng RAPTC - PCRF. This is my second tour working with ARMCEN. My role has transitioned from the Training SI to the ERI and I am now able to view PD from both sides of the PD Spectrum. Much of the focus within ARMCEN has turned to the implementation of the RFT(S) for Ground Close Combat (GCC) personnel. Great emphasis is placed upon the delivering of both physically and mentally robust SP and ITTs as ARMCEN is currently one of two centres that deliver GCC standards of RFT(S)
as an output standard prior to moving into the Fd Army. So far, injury rates have been low, and the turnaround of patients has been quick, which is credit to WO2 (QMSI) Gillard RAPTC and his team within the gymnasium for their progressive structure and delivery of PT.
The training pipeline ensures the pace of life within Bovington can be extremely hectic. There is very little break in ITT training throughout the calendar year, with the only recognised period being two weeks at Christmas. In addition to the above, the PCRF is also responsible for the rehabilitation care pathway of the Armoured Support Group Royal Marines, PS and the Royal Yeomanry. Regardless, with ample preparation and planning, opportunities to undertake Adv Trg, support RAPTC events and participate in RAPTC football on a regular basis has enabled me to strike a fine balance to ensure the needs of all are met.
 




















































































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