All Scout sections offer a flexible training scheme in the form of badges to track the progress of the Scouts and to give a feeling of achievement. They obviously vary from section to section, but the Challenges and Chief Scout Award badges are designed to provide the main, basic activities and training to be completed. They cover the basics of all types of work, and the important neccessities. The proficiency badges provide the option to take a certain activity or hobby in greater detail. More importantly they provide some recognition for taking part in an active, varied programme which is loads of fun!

Scouting is not just about schemes, awards and badges. The 'games' and adventurous activities are very important to Scouting, not just because they are enjoyable, but because they are also important in the young persons development. Scouting in the UK is firmly committed to coeducation so boys and girls can meet the aims of Scouting through one programme.