Xtreme Everest

Xtreme Everest is a flagship project led by Jordan, placing Army Cadets at the heart of an extraordinary expedition and showcasing what young people can achieve through determination and teamwork.

Ten pre-selected cadets will earn a place on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to Everest Base Camp, joining Jordan in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Applications closed on the 1st of July 2026. Successful applicants will hear from the selection committee regarding further steps in the process in the Summer. Those selected for the initial selection event will be notified in September 2026.

Details of the process can be found on CBN 26/027 on both the Cadet Portal and Westminster event 26/1195826.   

For ease of reference, the CBN can be found ਇਥੇ.

Referrals must be given using this form by 17 July. 

Easter holidays 2028 – dates to be confirmed. Be aware part of the trip will likely fall outside of the school holidays. 

Initial selection: 25-30 October 2026, at CCAT Halton, to select 20 Army Cadets and 6 CFAVs to continue training. 

Development Training: 21-26 March 2027 at CCAT Halton. 

Readiness Training: October 2027 Half Term, Location TBC, to select the final 10 Army Cadets and 3 CFAVs. 

Virtual meetings will take place between the in-person training from October 2026  onwards.  

All selection events and training are mandatory. 

If a cadet or CFAV cannot attend the training and selection events, they cannot be considered. 

Applicants are encouraged to reflect on their experiences, skills, and personal qualities when preparing their application. Experiences gained through cadets, teamwork, leadership, and other activities can all demonstrate the value they would bring to the expedition. 

The application process is also an opportunity to consider personal goals, future aspirations, and how the experience could contribute to personal development. Candidates should think about the skills they hope to gain and why taking part is important to them. 

Above all, a positive attitude is considered one of the most important qualities. While qualifications and experience matter, enthusiasm, resilience, self-awareness, and a commitment to core values are seen as key factors in making a strong application and succeeding in the opportunity. 

Exact date to be confirmed but it will be in September 2026. 

There’s no cost to the Everest Base Camp expedition. This has been fully funded thanks to some amazing sponsors and partners of Jordan Wylie & Army Cadets HQ. 

Additional travel costs are expected around the UK based events: 

Initial selection: 25-30 October 2026 at CCAT Halton to select 20 Army Cadets and 6 CFAVs to continue training. 

Development Training: 21-26 March 2027 at CCAT Halton 

Readiness Training: October 2027 Half Term, Location TBC 

Cadet and adults will need to travel to these events at their own expense. The events themselves are fully funded (e.g. meals, activities and equipment). 

Cadets and CFAVs should contact their chain of command in the first instance to request assistance with their travel costs. If cadets need to meet this cost personally and it is beyond their means (or the means of their family) they would be eligible to approach their respective cadet charity for grant support. For Army Cadets this will be ACCT UK, for CCF Army ਕੈਡਿਟ this will be the Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA).   

All cadets and adult volunteers participating in the Everest Base Camp expedition will be insured through ACCT UK’s bespoke travel insurance, tailored to cadet activity, at no additional cost. 

Prospective applicants should not rule themselves out because they feel they lack fitness or experience. The selection process places greater emphasis on attitude, motivation, and a positive mindset, as fitness and expedition skills can be developed through training. 

To prepare, applicants are encouraged to build healthy habits, spend more time walking and hiking, and maintain their overall wellbeing. They should also be honest in their application and start thinking about why they want to take part, what the opportunity means to them, and what they could contribute to the team.  

The expedition is seen as more than a trek; it is an opportunity to step outside one’s comfort zone, develop confidence and resilience, gain lifelong skills, and experience a unique culture. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply and embrace the challenge. 

Yes, the Army Cadets and Tribal Tracks will provide successful applicants a training guide. 

To prepare, applicants are encouraged to build healthy habits, spend more time walking and hiking, and maintain their overall wellbeing. 

No specialist equipment is required for the initial selection. Any specialist kit that is required by cadets and CFAVs ਕਰੇਗਾ be provided. Participants will be required to provide their own next to skin items and appropriate footwear (Army boots are acceptable).  

Xtreme Everest is open to ACF and CCF Army cadets and adult volunteers. 

Yes, your detachment commander or contingent commander should be told that you have applied. As part of the selection process, they will be asked for a statement of support for your application for the expedition. 

Jordan Wylie is an Army Cadet Ambassador raising funds for the Army Cadets’ charity, ACCT UK.  

If you are from another cadet section, the RAFAC, the Royal Navy or the Royal Marines, encourage your ambassadors to take on a similar challenge!  

Yes, the training and expedition will enable participants to complete elements of the Army Cadet Syllabus.  

Elements of the training will count towards sections of the Gold DofE.  

It is not a requirement, but it may help your application. 

Yes, your county commandant or contingent commander should be told that you have applied. As part of the selection process, they will be asked for a statement of your eligibility for the expedition. 

No, there is no age limit for CFAVs. If ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋ fit enough, have the skills ਲੋੜੀਂਦਾ and show the commitment ਲੋੜੀਂਦਾ, ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਰੋਗੇ be considered.  

ਹਾਂ, CFAVs need to have a Hill and Moorland Leader Qualification to apply. 

Yes, you can apply if you are a Cadet Force Adult Volunteer within the ACF or CCF Army who was previously a veteran. 

No, you need to be a UK Cadet Force Adult Volunteer within the ACF or CCF Army. 

No, this is only open to ਏ.ਸੀ.ਐਫ. and CCF Army.