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Volunteer support team

Volunteer spotlight: Volunteer Support Team

From onboarding new volunteers to improving the volunteering experience, this team keeps things running smoothly, so you can get on with what matters

Freddie on board TS Royalist, where he was part of the crew as Bosun for four years

Careers: How to become an offshore sailor

Former cadet and Yachtmaster of the Year Freddie Jablonski tells us about working on superyachts and how a voyage on TS Royalist sparked his love of sailing

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Course spotlight: Physical Training

We bring you the run down on a new Physical Training syllabus for sea cadets that can be delivered at all units

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The Sea Cadets guide to keeping fit

POC Millie, of Cheshunt Unit, is the first cadet appointed as a Corps PT Instructor in 10 years and wants to help you achieve a healthy mind and body. Use her tips to reach your fitness goals

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The Sea Cadets guide to managing anxiety

Sometimes it seems like there are a lot of things to worry about and anyone can experience anxiety. We asked our social media community for their best tips to reduce feeling anxious and how to deal with it

Apprenticeships

Course spotlight: Apprenticeships

Our apprenticeships can help launch sea cadets into exciting maritime careers. Darrell Bate, Director of Maritime Training and Development, tells us about the opportunities available

Wendy at work

Careers: How to become a harbour master

Love being around boats? Wendy O’Donnell, Assistant Harbour Master with PD Ports, tells us all about her career and how it was kick-started at Sea Cadets

Finance Team on board TS Royalist

Volunteer spotlight: Unit finances

Financial Controller Magdalena Mussett explains how the Finance Team supports our units and volunteers

Vanguard class submarine

Careers: How to become a submariner

Ever wondered what it’s like to work underwater? Mechanical engineer Lt. Isobel Rawlinson talks about her role, and rowing across the Atlantic