Firstly, a Cadet can specialise in any number of nine specialisations; Seamanship, Communications, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Cooks and Stewards, Writers and Stores, Physical Training and First Aid. The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme is also actively encouraged in Units.
Secondly, Cadets can become proficient in Meteorology, Expedition Training, Target Shooting, Sub-aqua Diving and Music as a drummer or bugler.
Finally, and probably the most popular is Canoeing and Boatwork, both Inshore and Offshore Power and Sail. The Corps follows the British Canoe Union(BCU) and Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training schemes. Waterborne activity is conducted on rivers, lakes, and reservoirs not forgetting in many cases around the United Kingdom coastline.
Sea Cadets regularly take part in not only inter Unit/District/Area Competitions but National Competitions as well as Inter-Cadet Competitions. The Royal Navy supports the Sea Cadet Corps in many of these activities. RN Establishments around the country host many of the training courses and provide resources, which Units cannot normally find.
It only costs £6 per month for you to be a member. We are currently looking for new members aged 12 to 15. Give us a try!
