Our Programs

Explore our nautical youth education programs designed for leadership and skill development in Staten Island.

A naval ship with the Union Jack flag prominently displayed, surrounded by various equipment and lifebuoys. The vessel's structure includes windows and metallic surfaces.
A naval ship with the Union Jack flag prominently displayed, surrounded by various equipment and lifebuoys. The vessel's structure includes windows and metallic surfaces.
A young man stands near the edge of a body of water under a clear blue sky. He is wearing a dark T-shirt with a small flag patch on the sleeve and light beige pants. A large ship is visible on the calm sea in the background, and a leafy branch can be seen in the upper left corner of the image.
A young man stands near the edge of a body of water under a clear blue sky. He is wearing a dark T-shirt with a small flag patch on the sleeve and light beige pants. A large ship is visible on the calm sea in the background, and a leafy branch can be seen in the upper left corner of the image.
Cadet Training

Hands-on training for youth, focusing on maritime skills, teamwork, and leadership through engaging activities.

Community Engagement

Join us in fostering partnerships that enhance our programs and support youth development in the community.

Empowering Youth Through Nautical Education

Junior Sea Knights of America Inc. fosters leadership and maritime skills in youth through engaging cadet-style programs, promoting teamwork, discipline, and community involvement.

A crowded deck of a ship features numerous men dressed in military uniforms, some of whom are sitting and others standing. Two of these men are engaged in what appears to be a task or activity involving a large piece of machinery or equipment. The sea is visible in the background, indicating that the ship is at sea.
A crowded deck of a ship features numerous men dressed in military uniforms, some of whom are sitting and others standing. Two of these men are engaged in what appears to be a task or activity involving a large piece of machinery or equipment. The sea is visible in the background, indicating that the ship is at sea.
Inspiring leadership and teamwork skills.

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Our Programs

Explore our youth maritime programs fostering leadership and teamwork.

A maritime scene featuring a tall structure with an American flag atop it, positioned on a grassy area. Numerous sailboats with white sails are visible on the blue water. The horizon shows a distant shoreline under a clear blue sky.
A maritime scene featuring a tall structure with an American flag atop it, positioned on a grassy area. Numerous sailboats with white sails are visible on the blue water. The horizon shows a distant shoreline under a clear blue sky.
Cadet Training

Hands-on activities for young aspiring sea cadets in training.

A large naval aircraft carrier with visible identification letters is stationed in the water. On the deck, various equipment and a helicopter are present. Below, a smaller patrol boat, manned by military personnel, navigates near a bright yellow buoy. The scene appears industrial and maritime.
A large naval aircraft carrier with visible identification letters is stationed in the water. On the deck, various equipment and a helicopter are present. Below, a smaller patrol boat, manned by military personnel, navigates near a bright yellow buoy. The scene appears industrial and maritime.
A person dressed in a uniform and cap stands on the deck of a ship next to coiled rope. The deck is green and the water below is dark with white-capped waves.
A person dressed in a uniform and cap stands on the deck of a ship next to coiled rope. The deck is green and the water below is dark with white-capped waves.
A docked boat with the name 'Sea Quest' painted in bold, blue lettering on the side. The boat features white and blue colors, with ropes and pulleys visible on the deck. Part of a wooden dock post is visible in the foreground.
A docked boat with the name 'Sea Quest' painted in bold, blue lettering on the side. The boat features white and blue colors, with ropes and pulleys visible on the deck. Part of a wooden dock post is visible in the foreground.
STEM Activities

Engaging STEM exercises promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.