APPLY NOW MENU SOCIAL, SPORTS & ADVENTURE Great people and plenty of events and activities mean in the Royal Air Force you get to balance work and play perfectly. ALWAYS SOMETHING GOING ON SOCIAL LIFE The RAF attracts people who want the most out of life, so there’s always something going on. There are social events held regularly in the bars (known as The Mess) and clubs on base from bonfire night, community events and family fun days. Additionally, most bases are close to major towns, making it easy to hang out there outside regular working hours. ADVENTURES WITHOUT LIMITS Most people in the RAF work normal hours, with weekends and holidays free to spend how they choose – but there are other opportunities at your fingertips. We organise expeditions and adventures at home and around the world in over 100 activities. These could see you scuba diving in the Red Sea, climbing in the Himalayas and kayaking the rivers of Canada, all while getting paid for it. MAKING NEW FRIENDS RAF personnel develop a great deal of trust and confidence in each other because of how much they rely on one another. These bonds extend beyond work, with plenty of opportunities to socialise with both new and old friends, on and off base. As well as forging new friendships, friends from outside the RAF are always welcome on base. SPORTS CLUBS In the RAF you can join a club for just about any sport – from skydiving and scuba diving to tennis and sailing. There are more than 45 available sports including football, netball, rugby, hockey and athletics. We also offer some less common sports like fencing, bobsleigh, power-kiting, power-lifting and gliding. CREATING CHAMPIONS In the RAF you can perform at every level from marathon fun runs to the Olympics across a range of sports and we give you the time, equipment and financial support you need to succeed. What’s more, if you’re participating in an authorised sporting event, you’re considered ‘on duty’ and don’t have to use up any of your holiday allowance. The RAF has helped the UK produce national and international champions in boxing, sub-aqua, rally driving, rugby, sprint, hammer, cycling, sea angling, canoeing, triathlon, skeleton bob, shotokan karate, motorcycling, microlight, javelin, athletics, snowboarding, and slalom skiing. CAREER & BENEFITS As part of the RAF you will receive unrivalled career options, world-class training opportunities and constant support. CAREER PROGRESSION There are plenty of opportunities for development throughout your career in the RAF. TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT We train everyone to the highest standards in order to gain invaluable skills and qualifications. GOT WHAT IT TAKES? FIND YOUR ROLE HAVE A QUESTION? LIVE CHAT MORE WAYS TO CONTACT US LIFE IN THE RAF Diversity & Inclusion CAREER AND BENEFITS RAF Fitness FIND YOUR ROLE University Air Squadrons APPLY NOW Apprenticeships RAF main website Rejoiners Air Cadets Reserves Events near you Contact us Aircrew Air & Space Ops Cyberspace Engineering Hospitality Intelligence Logistics Medical Services People Ops Security & Resilience Sitemap Privacy Policy Accessibility © 2021 Royal Air Force - Regular & Reserve UK Crown copyright. We value your privacy By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. More Information Manage Preferences Accept All Cookies