5-day sailing course in Southern Brittany on a high-performance sailboat
In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationMorbihan / La Trinité-sur-Mer
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AgeFrom 15 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions56 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Learn to sail in an exceptional environment with a sailing school affiliated with the French Sailing Federation (FFV) . Designed for all levels, this intensive course takes place on modern, fully equipped monohull or multihull sailboats . You'll benefit from the expertise of state-certified instructors who will share their passion with you through modern teaching methods and personalized guidance. Every maneuver becomes an opportunity to progress at your own pace.
This comprehensive training program is a true springboard for acquiring solid technical skills and understanding how to manage onboard equipment. Whether your goal is to charter a sailboat, buy your own, join a cruising crew, or simply enjoy the pleasure of peaceful sailing, you will develop the key skills to steer safely . A practical and rewarding experience to help you realize your maritime ambitions.
The highlights
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Supervision by state-certified instructors
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Explore the islands of Houat, Hoedic, Belle-Île, Groix,...
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Become self-sufficient on a sailboat
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Sport
Level
Sailing
The expert's opinion
The sailing school is affiliated with the French Sailing Federation and is open to all levels: you will progress thanks to the advice of our state-certified, pedagogical and experienced instructors who will adapt their instructions according to the experience and objectives of each individual during our courses on recent and high-performance sailboats because it is by going fast that we learn fast!
An excellent way to become self-sufficient on board a sailboat and to have a solid knowledge of the different current boats as well as their specific equipment, our training courses are there for you.
Management
French
English
Everyone loves her! Very pedagogical and competent, she allows trainees to progress at lightning speed while having fun on board.
Supervision by a state-certified instructor.
Program
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La Trinité-sur-mer
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Trainees were welcomed at 2pm, a shopping list was made together, provisions were taken and the first evening was spent on board.
Day 1 -
La Trinité-sur-Mer > Groix
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After a welcome in the afternoon of the first day, a briefing to finalize the provisioning list and the shopping done, you spend the first night on board in La Trinité sur mer.
The next day you head towards the island of Groix, and the famous Ty Beudeff bar!
Day 2 -
Groix > Belle-Île
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Heading to a little gem of the Atlantic, with its wild coastline and idyllic coves...
Day 3 -
Belle-Île > Hoëdic > Houat
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Stopover for lunch on the island of Hoëdic, then in the evening on Houat, an incredibly beautiful and serene island, its small village with magnificent beaches.
Day 4 -
Houat > La Trinité-sur-Mer
- Activity Sailing
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Return to the port of sailing mecca, La Trinité-sur-Mer. End of stay.
Day 5
Note
Stopovers may vary depending on weather conditions.
Accommodation
Access
You will receive a detailed map of the port with the precise location of the sailboat.
Go to the starting point
From the train station to La Trinité-sur-Mer:
- By bus (BreizhGo network - Line 1): Bus line 1 (Auray - Carnac - Quiberon) drops you off in La Trinité-sur-Mer (stops "Cours des Quais" or "Le Voulien"). The journey takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes and the ticket costs €2.50 . Please note: service is more frequent in summer but less so during the off-season.
- By taxi / private hire vehicle: The journey takes approximately 15 minutes from Auray train station (estimated fare between €30 and €45 depending on the day and time).
Enter "La capitainerie des Minimes" into your GPS.
Price details
The price includes
- The stay will be supervised by a state-certified instructor.
- 4 nights in shared or private double cabins
- The provision of the boat
- The linens on board (fitted sheets + kitchen towels + pillowcases)
- Boat cleaning at the end of the course (you won't do the cleaning on the last day so the fun can continue until the end!)
- The FFVoile passport
The price does not include
- The onboard kitty (food, port fees and consumables such as fuel or gas): approximately €20/day - mandatory
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Anything not listed under "Price includes"
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before you leave, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website (https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- automatic life jackets
- the bed sheets
- pillowcases
- kitchen towels
Equipment to bring
- Sunscreen with the highest SPF, sunglasses
- Lightweight sleeping bag
- Toiletries, small synthetic bath towel (which rolls up and dries quickly)
- Earplugs (the presence of a snorer on board can happen ;)
- Clothespins
- Swimsuit
- A headlamp + batteries
- Personal and labeled water bottle
Clothing to bring
- You mustn't get cold, so bring warm clothes.
- You need to be waterproof, so bring along marine clothing such as oilskins or windbreakers, top and bottom.
- Sailing gloves
- Closed shoes (sneakers or tennis shoes with white non-slip soles, or better yet, breathable boots)
- Thin fleece pull
- Cap (and possibly fleece hat)
