Our Waiting List

Due to the large number of cadets on board and the interest of people wishing to join, we've had to instigate a Waiting List for any new recruits wishing to join TS Sturdy.

Our Waiting List works as follows:

New Recruits will be placed in order on a 'first come first serve' basis from when the Commanding Officer receives a telephone call or email confirming interest in joining. The cadet’s initials will be placed on the list below.

Each time an opportunity for a new recruit to join arises, the person at number one on the list will be contacted by an Officer to see if they would like to join. If the New Recruit joins, everyone else will move up one place on the list.

To join our waiting list, please use the Contact Form and supply the cadet's name(s) and contact telephone number.

Questions and Answers

Cadets

Q: This seems interesting and I would like to give it a try, but I don't have any knowledge of the NTC or Naval Seamanship. Do I need to worry?
A: No you don't need to worry. You will be taught everything you need to know.

Q: I like the look of the NTC, but do I have to do every activity?
A: We will not force you to do any activity you do not like. We will encourage you to have a go first though if you've never tried it before. You may find you love it after a few goes!

Q: Can I just join the band?
A: No, you must attend all deck nights on a Wednesday night before joining the band.

Q: Can I join but not attend every week?
A: Not usually, as we like the cadets to show the same dedication and loyalty as the rest of the Ship's Company. However, alternative arrangements can be discussed to deal with any temporary problems that may arise.

Q: Do I have to wear the uniform?
A: Yes, we expect all cadets and officers of the NTC to wear their uniforms with pride.

Adults

Q: Are there any checks you run when I join?
A: Yes. When you join you will be asked to provide two referees and we will run a full CRB Police check on you. You will not be allowed to work unsupervised with the cadets until these checks have been cleared.

Q: Do I get paid to do this?
A: No, all NTC personnel are unpaid volunteers.

Q: Do I have to wear a uniform?
A: You do if you join as an officer, but as a committee member you do not.