Intense programs are a means to an end. That's not a negative thing to say, I applaud the very effective air cadet, and similar programs. If the "end" is to have a PPL in a short period of time, then it's a good thing. However, earning your PPL for your own recreational reasons should not be an "end", it's a step. If you don't need to rush to that step, take more time, and enjoy getting there!
An element of the intense air cadet schedule is military discipline (lots of schedule directed at you). In a non military environment, you might not need that overlaid to an activity you may intend as recreational.
The next thing to consider will be what you will do post PPL, obviously keeping flying regularly will be ideal. Your regular flying may be less easy if you've over indulged and tired yourself both being in the air, and paying for it - no matter how much fun something is, you still need a break, or it becomes less fun.
Consider planning how you will steadily get yourself from zero to 250 hours piloting time, with a PPL along the way. Probably the only real difference you will find for your post PPL flying is that you can take passengers, and cross the border. Neither of those are as important as simply keeping flying, and building your skills consistently.
Many thousands of us earned our flying experience an hour or two a week over a long period, and were awarded permits, licenses and ratings along the way - while enjoying life!