Royal Army Physical Training Corps

On Sunday 10th May - 60 SP arrived at P Coy lines at Helles Barracks ready to attempt the gruelling All Arms Pre Parachute Course hoping to become part of a brotherhood of Airbourne Soldiers.

Already whittled down from over 100 SP on AAPPS selection - 50 personnel successfully passed. Sgt (SI) Hussell RAPTC was among them succesful 50 people, being the only Snr on course, he has earned the right to wear the coveted Maroon Beret with immense pride.

The entire Corps family congratulates you on your fantastic achievement 🔴⚫️⚔️

In what we believe to be a first for the Corps, a former member of the RAPTC has be sworn in as a member of the King’s Bodyguard of the Yeoman of the Guard.

Former WO2 (QMSI) Aaran (Eddie) Eade was sworn in as a member of the King’s Bodyguard on Fri 8 May 26 and conducted his first duty at the King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace the very same day.

You can learn more about Aaran’s story when this year’s Corps Journal is published in September, or you can learn more about the King’s Bodyguard at the following webpage https://www.yeomenoftheguard.co.uk/

A fantastic personal achievement and on behalf of the entire Corps family, we are immensely proud of your achievement - well done Aaran 🔴⚫️⚔️

SSgt (SSI) Kemp RAPTC part of the winning REME side that smashed the league this year, congratulations and best wishes to all involved ⚫️🔴⚔️⚽️

ACRRS RD 3 BATH WED 27 MAY 26

The RAPTC Velo Apostles took on the fast and technical Odd Down circuit today in one of the toughest race days of the series so far. With temperatures reaching 29°C, the flowing course and tight hairpins at either end of the circuit created a constant technical challenge throughout the racing.

Nine Apostles lined up across the races and dug deep through relentless heat and mechanical setbacks across the day.

Strong performances on the day included:

* WO1 Pyburn — battling to an impressive 4th place in the B Race
* SSgt Chennell — strong ride in a stacked A Race field, finishing 7th overall

The conditions turned the racing into a true survival contest, with every rider pushed to their limits lap after lap. Despite adversity throughout the day, the team continued to fight for positions and represent the RAPTC jersey with pride.

Another gritty day of Army racing for the Apostles — showing resilience, determination and teamwork in difficult conditions.

Interested in representing the RAPTC Velo Apostles Race Team?
Please contact WO2 Luke Brimble.

📷 RYimages Photography
📷 Phil Carr Videography

An RAPTCI on the top of the world - Congratulations and best wishes from the entire Corps family 🔴⚫️⚔️💪🏻👍🏻

Early morning phys for 4 SCOTS out in Cyprus, led by SSgt (SSI) Michaelson-Yeates RAPTC alongside the 4 SCOTS PTIs, putting the troops through their paces and testing both physical and mental resilience.

The morning started with a tough 5km burden run around the Bondu in the Cyprus heat — a proper graft from start to finish. Sessions like this are exactly why battle PT is such an important part of military life, it builds endurance, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to keep pushing forward when tired and under pressure.

A hard but rewarding way to start the weekend out in sunny Cyprus. ☀️💪

The Army Squash Academy took place at Larkhill from 20-21 May 26. Squash players within the SW Region attended the 2 day event to develop their skills and drills.

Thank you to England Squash coach Paul Carter and to SSgt (SSI) JP Peters for putting all through their paces.

1MP Brigade Commanders Cup - 20 May 2026

The Military Corrective Training Centre delivered a 1 day event which challenged Soldiers across the Brigade over 5 disciplines.

Southern Cross Challenge - mixture of theory and demanding Physical contests. BAWF, Pace Sticking, Cross Country and finally an Escape Room.
The event was attended by over 250 personnel.

Front and centre was WO2 (QMSI) D Read RAPTC, Sgt (SI) R Baird RAPTC, Sgt A Melia RAF and SIO J Browne receiving a Brigadiers Award for their outstanding service and performance.