Sea cadets from the Naval Sea Cadets Corps (NSCC) received Master-at-arms (MA) training at Naval Station Everett (NSE), July 16.
The mission of NSCC is to provide American youth with a positive drug- and alcohol-free environment which promotes esprit de corps,
fosters leadership, open the pupils’ eyes to opportunities through hands-on training and to give them guidance in becoming productive,
mature adults.
According to MA1 (SW) Doug Terou, NSE instructor, the sea cadets will receive the training for two weeks. 
“Every year, the sea cadets are involved in some kind of training,” said Terou. “During this course, they are giving what is called ‘non
lethal weapons training.’”
Sea cadets got the opportunity to experience how the various facets of the military function as well as learn the many responsibilities
and lifestyle of Navy Sailors.
“They are learning the same gate-standing procedures, patrol operations, anti-terrorism, shipboard proceedings we go through,”
said Terou. “We teach them the Uniformed Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), simulated weapons training, and how to use the M-16,
9mm pistol and shotgun. They can qualify on the simulator and get ribbons for their sea cadets.
“We have been going over punches, strikes, knee strikes, and different un-armed self defense,” said Terou. “We will move in doing
some baton drills and later we will do some mechanical advantage control hold techniques.”
Some of the sea cadets were happy to be involved with the program and believe the training is the key to their future.
“I signed up for the training because I’m interested in law enforcement and I also plan to enter the military as well,” said Alex Larson
, sea cadet leading petty officer. “I saw this as a great opportunity to get the best of both worlds. It’s really an exciting thing for anyone
to be a part of.”
The program is an introductory program for any of those who are considering the military. NSE provided barracks and other facilities for
the sea cadets to give them the feel for what the military is really like. 
“Whether it is staying in the barracks, learning to adjust to a structured timeframe such as going to lunch, waking up or exercising at a
certain time; it’s very similar to how boot camp was for some of us,” said Terou. “Lots of these young men are in sea cadet units in their
home towns who’ve shown serious interest in the military.”
For Terou, this training not only gives him a chance to serve others, but it is one of great reward.
“I really enjoy this particular opportunity to teach,” said Terou. “I’ve taught this before and I like it, but teaching groups like this one is
even better because they seem more receptive. These guys are here because they want to be here, so it makes it all the more enjoyable.”
“I would most definitely recommend this,” said Larson. “Not only is this an unforgettable experience, but you get the opportunity to get
in shape, learn about the military and law enforcement and help out your community. It keeps you away from drugs and gives you
something challenging to do.”