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My first day

This week, we are delighted to include a guest blog from one of our participants working with our Essex team, Alfie Rankin, aged 13, who writes about his first day on the Challenger Troop programme. Our First Day at Challenger Troop “On Wednesday 20th April, me and some other students from Langdon Hills CSS and […]

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Chantelle’s Story

A short, but moving, account of how a brave 9-year-old has been growing in self-confidence and learning to overcome the frustrations of her many health problems, pushing well beyond her previous limitations. Read more…

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Challenger Troop CIC hosts European Delegation

On 26th April 2016, Challenger Troop CIC welcomed a European delegation of youth workers, who came to view our unique military-ethos programmes in action. Leading members of a consortium of agencies from the UK, Spain and Italy were on a week-long fact-finding mission as part of the pan-European “PATH TO A JOB” programme. The aim […]

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Enjoyment and Enthusiasm at Smarden Primary

We are thrilled to have our first guest blog, written by Freddie and Tesni (year 6) from Smarden Primary School, Kent who wrote about their Term 1 and 2 Challenger Troop programme and it was published in their local Parish Magazine. “Enjoyment and enthusiasm is overflowing at Smarden School. The start to the new school […]

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New experiences – creating memories

Fabulous finish for our East Kent and Medway teams who celebrated completing their tough 12 week core programme last week, with BMXing at Cyclopark, Gravesend as part of their adventure training. The participants had the opportunity to cycle round a 330 metre first class race track which is designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals. […]

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Standing proud – standing tall

Time to celebrate – awards night has arrived After 12 weeks, the mini troopers put on their uniform for the very last time. After checking each other to make sure all their pockets were all closed, collars were turned, boots cleaned and t-shirts were tucked in, they stood in front of us. They were slightly […]

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Preparing to celebrate

Week 11: Preparing for the celebrations I can’t believe we are already on Week 11! Today was all about preparing the mini troopers for their awards celebration where they have an opportunity to showcase their skills to parents and friends. Looking at them all standing so tall on parade, I felt quite proud to stand […]

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Conservation week

Pupils from Palace Fields Primary School participate in vital conservation project Week 10: Conservation & community week is one of my favourite weeks on the Challenger Troop core programme. This is the week when we give back to the community and play a part in being good citizens. Over the last 9 weeks, we have […]

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Challenger Summer Camp 8th to 12th August 2016 – Last few spaces

Book now for a residential week of exciting and challenging outward-bound activities, survival techniques and personal development skills for just £275 per person.  This opportunity is a 5 day, 4 night residential programme specifically designed to challenge young people from the ages of 10-16 years who would benefit from an outdoor camp experience with military-style discipline. Throughout […]

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Challenger Troop wins High Sheriff Award

Challenger Troop CIC is delighted to announce that it is the proud recipient of a High Sheriff Award. At the prestigious annual High Sheriff Awards ceremony on 10th March at County Hall, Maidstone, organized in conjunction with the Kent Community Foundation, the High Sheriff William Alexander honoured Challenger Troop CIC, along with 8 other organisations, […]

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Overcoming fears and feeling pride

Week 9: Residential Week We pulled up to Palace Fields school gates at 3:30pm on Tuesday to be faced with 15 mini-troopers, all standing tall and eagerly waiting to climb aboard our mini-bus and set off on their residential adventure, along with teachers Mrs Huff and Mr Beech. We loaded up; judging by the size […]

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Young carers take time out for themselves

Over February half-term, 12 young carers from across West Kent participated in a bespoke overnight residential programme designed to offer them a new experience which would both challenge and inspire them, pushing themselves physically to achieve their personal goals. These young people, aged between 12 and 17, are, in the majority of cases, the sole […]

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