The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) is offering cruisers an opportunity to gain critical, potentially life-saving skills with a hands-on CPR for Cruisers Training Course on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Maryland Yacht Club in Pasadena, Maryland.
The course will be presented by Frank Smith, Vice President of SSCA, an experienced instructor, captain, and cruising educator. Designed specifically with the cruising environment in mind, the training will give participants the confidence and practical skills needed to respond during a medical emergency—whether aboard a boat or on shore.
Being prepared for a medical emergency is an essential part of cruising. Knowing what to do in those first critical moments can make an enormous difference when professional medical help may not be immediately available.
Hands-On Training for Cruisers
The CPR for Cruisers course will cover a range of essential emergency response skills, including:
- Adult, Child & Infant CPR
- AED Use
- Airway Management
- Bleeding Control
- Choking Relief
- Emergency Response on a Boat
The hands-on format is designed to help participants develop practical skills they can confidently apply in an emergency.
Course Details
CPR for Cruisers Training Course
Friday, October 2, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Maryland Yacht Club
Pasadena, Maryland
The course is being presented as part of the 2026 SSCA Chesapeake Bay Gam & Cruising Conferenceand is open to both SSCA members and non-members. Free parking is available at the venue.
For full course details and registration information, visit www.ssca.org/2026ChesapeakeGAM
Seven Seas Cruising Association
The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) is a community of cruising sailors dedicated to supporting, educating, and connecting cruisers around the world. Through educational programs, events, cruising resources, and opportunities for members to connect with fellow boaters, SSCA helps cruisers prepare for and enjoy life on the water.
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