The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

24/10/2026

Warfare is constantly evolving, and training at RMAS evolves with it. As emerging technologies continue to shape the modern battlefield, Officer Cadets must be prepared to adapt, innovate and lead in increasingly complex environments.

To reflect this reality, RMAS integrates Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS) into training through a team of qualified drone operators from Gurkha Company Sittang (GCS), part of the Training Support Unit. Supporting the majority of Intermediate and Senior Term field exercises, these operators provide capabilities to both friendly and opposing forces, creating a more realistic and challenging training environment.

By exposing Officer Cadets to the opportunities and threats posed by drones, RMAS develops leaders who can think on their feet, solve problems under pressure and make effective decisions on the modern battlefield. Integrating contemporary warfare challenges into training ensures tomorrow's officers are prepared to fight, adapt and win in a rapidly changing world.

23/10/2026

Maximum Effort and Treamwork
The 44-week Regular Commissioning Course is defined by demanding challenges that test determination, resilience and teamwork. Among the most iconic is the Log Race, a gruelling event held during the Intermediate Term at RMAS that pushes Officer Cadets to their physical and mental limits.

Success in the Log Race is not measured by individual performance, but by the collective strength of the platoon. Every member must finish together, with time penalties awarded for those unable to continue, falling behind the logs, requiring staff assistance, or failing to meet the strict standards of the competition. With a 2 min mandatory water stop, heavy wooden and metal logs to carry, and minimum manning levels that must be maintained throughout, the event demands relentless teamwork, determination and mutual support from start to finish.

Rising to the challenge, 30 Platoon from CC262 delivered an outstanding performance, claiming first place with a final time of 47 minutes and 29 seconds to complete the 4.6 mile cross country route. Their victory was a testament to the leadership, resilience and team spirit that lie at the heart of officer training.

23/10/2026

09/10/2026

The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) Training Support Unit (TSU) regularly takes the opportunity to challenge itself, maintaining the physical fitness, resilience, and teamwork that underpin the Academy's success.

This year, TSU entered four teams into Exercise Trailwalker, a military charity endurance event that sees participants trek 100 km across the South Downs Way. Representing a range of departments from across the Academy, competitors demonstrated the same determination and commitment that they bring to supporting Officer Cadet training every day.

Teams included personnel from 44 Squadron, responsible for transport and logistics support across the Academy; Combined Arms Manoeuvre (CAM) Wing, which oversees risk to life activities such as live firing, and provides specialist instruction in marksmanshio, fieldcraft and communications essential to training delivery; and Gurkha Company Sittang (GCS), whose soldiers provide opposing force support on field exercises while also delivering trained operators for both drones and uncrewed ground vehicles.

Their efforts produced some impressive results. The GCS team finished 42nd out of 175 military teams, while the 44 Squadron team placed 86th in the same category. Most notably, the 44 Squadron relay team secured 1st place out of 14 relay entries, an outstanding achievement in a highly demanding event.

Whether supporting training behind the scenes or tackling challenges far beyond the Academy gates, these teams continue to demonstrate the professionalism, endurance, and teamwork that are at the heart of RMAS.

08/10/2026

While Lucknow platoon is never a planned part of an Officer Cadets journey through the academy, it does provide a place for those who are unfortunate enough to sustain an injury on course, the opportunity to brush up on the skills and drills that will propel them to high attainment when they return to the course.⁠
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Weeks 1-5 of this term have seen the platoon return to their training, with the mornings reserved for their physical rehabilitation, the afternoons are filled with various training exercises drawn from different phases of the commissioning course. ⁠
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Recent weeks had a focus on navigation, range card usage, urban operations, drone in industry, and the orders process. Members of the platoon have diligently worked to enhance their physical and mental capabilities, preparing themselves to thrive when they rejoin the course.⁠
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This is how we shape the combat ready leaders of tomorrow.⁠
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07/10/2026

While CC263 rehearsed for their Week 5 Pass Off the Square assessment, RMAS also welcomed members of Intake 17, who arrived at Sandhurst in March 1955 and commissioned in July 1956. Now all in their 90s, these distinguished gentlemen received a briefing on how today's Commissioning Course is delivered and enjoyed the opportunity to revisit archived photographs from their time at the Academy. They were also able to review their original individual course reports, providing a fascinating link between generations of Army officers separated by more than 70 years of Sandhurst history.

07/10/2026

CC263 are fast approaching their first hurdle, with rehearsals underway for the Week 5 Pass Off the Square assessment. Drill demands precision, discipline and teamwork, helping Officer Cadets build the habits and standards that will carry them through to their final passing out parade. As Junior Term progresses, the emphasis remains firmly on mastering the fundamentals and developing the field skills that form the cornerstone of effective leadership.

01/10/2026

Behind every Officer Cadet training activity at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst is a team of dedicated staff working seamlessly behind the scenes to make it happen. Like many great teams, coffee plays its part in keeping the day moving. Whether your preference is NATO standard, coalition or Julie Andrew’s a quick brew break is often enough to recharge before the next task. In both the office and in the field, short breaks are proven to help maintain focus, well being and productivity.

Our many supporting departments include 44 Sqn who manage logistics and transport, Gurkha Company Sittang (GCS) most well known for their role as exercise enemy and more recently who provide our drone and UGV operators. Welfare and Physical trading teams. The Communications and Information Systems (CIS) and Training Development teams under command of the Academy Headquarters (HQ).

Pop quiz for International Coffee Day - Do you know your military slang for how someone takes their brew? Answers below.

30/09/2026

Whilst many of us are familiar with the phrase "the fog of war", Senior Term Officer Cadets at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) begin to experience its reality first hand, as they are exposed to increasingly challenging scenarios in complex environments, such as urban exercises.

This term, Officer Cadets from Commissioning Course 261 were tasked with operating in a highly dynamic urban battlespace, supported by two Challenger 2 main battle tanks. Each company also had dedicated UAS and UGV operators under command, providing valuable reconnaissance, resupply, and casualty evacuation capabilities.

The culmination of Urban Ex, saw two companies advancing along parallel rows of houses, conducting deliberate clearance operations while the Challenger 2 tanks dominated the central road, engaging and suppressing identified machine-gun positions. OCdts made effective use of Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) platforms to locate enemy positions and direct supporting fires, while Uncrewed Ground Vehicles (UGVs) were employed to move stores forward and notionally extract casualties along the line of advance.

The exercise provided a realistic insight into the complexities of modern combined-arms warfare, demonstrating how emerging technology can enhance decision-making, increase tempo, and support commanders operating in the uncertainty of the modern battlefield.

27/09/2026

Each term, Junior Officer Cadets have the opportunity to engage with officers and soldiers from across all of the British Army Corps. Held on Old College Parade Square, Units showcase an impressive array of equipment, from a Challenger 2 tank, Ajax vehicle, Light gun and Airbus 135 Juno helicopter to robotic dogs, weapon systems, recovery vehicles and interactive displays.

The event offered cadets from CC263 a unique chance to learn about the Army's capabilities and speak directly with serving personnel. This is one of the first steps towards the Officer Cadets selecting their preferred choice of service.