Case Studies
Max Thomlinson, a Phase One cadet, was a Sea Cadet for five years, during which he competed and won in a number of national rowing and sailing competitions.
He found out about the UKSA Cadetship on a stand at a Sea Cadet regatta and after a year at college, he joined us.
The UKSA Superyacht Cadetship is a structured programme which combines high-quality training and mentoring, and offers a practical alternative to university study. Cadets come from a variety of backgrounds; some were Sea Cadets or Scouts and some are already competitive sailors.
What characterises all successful cadets, however, is the drive and determination to succeed within the elite superyacht industry.
“One of the best things for me so far was the first 60-mile passage when we sailed to France and Portland, where we saw a porpoise. I also enjoyed the challenges of firefighting – moving through the smoke and attacking a fire – I now have huge respect for firefighters.
“Everyone on my course is so similar to me and I find it really easy to be myself as I’m surrounded by people who think the same way.”
I would like my first job to be on a 40-60 metre sailing vessel, where I can learn and increase my knowledge. In the long run, I hope to reach the level of Captain – I want to use this Cadetship course to rocket me into a lifelong career.
If I was to advise anyone about the Cadetship, I would say that if you think there’s no alternative to university, definitely check out some of the courses at UKSA.”
