FFV Training - Level 1
In summary
-
Sports
-
Duration6 days
-
LevelIntermediate
-
DestinationVar / Toulon
-
AgeFrom 16 - 90 years
-
CO₂-Emissions80.61 kg CO2
-
Type of stayIn a group
-
Languages
French
In a few words
Dive into the heart of learning with this practical level 1 training in recreational boating!
During this enriching experience, you will develop the essential basic skills to take control of a catamaran safely and confidently. Focused on practical application, this course will allow you to master the fundamentals of sailing (chart reading, course keeping), adjust the sails and helm to achieve stable, direct courses, and navigate with assurance.
Particular attention is paid to onboard safety, with instruction in proper procedures, marine equipment, and essential knots. You will also cover regulatory aspects and the importance of an eco-conscious approach to maintaining a clean marine environment and respecting navigation and conservation rules. Upon completion of this training, you will be ready to explore the maritime world with a solid and comprehensive foundation.
The highlights
-
An FFV training course with comprehensive and certified educational content
-
Private cabin included in the price
-
We provided the boat's supplies and cleaned ourselves.
Photos
Sport
Level
Sailing
In figures
Sailing
- Average duration/day: 17h30
Management
French
Our instructors are all state-certified (BPJEPS, BE).
Program
-
Arrival at the base of the Gapeau
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Your adventure begins at 7pm at the Port du Gapeau, in Hyères.
You'll meet your passionate skipper and the other participants in your sailing course on a cruising catamaran. After settling comfortably into your cabins, the atmosphere will relax: head to a small local restaurant to share your first dinner together.
This special time allows you to make initial connections, share your desires, experiences, and expectations for the week of sailing and training ahead. In a friendly atmosphere, you'll discover the program for your stay and gently ease into the rhythm of your future life at sea.
A warm and welcoming evening, ideal for launching your catamaran adventure!
Day 1 -
Navigation around the Port Cros National Park
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 28h per day
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Dive into our Level 1 sailing course, a progressive immersion to acquire all the necessary basics for safely handling a cruising catamaran. From day 2 to day 5, you'll sail on the open sea and learn to maneuver, understand the marine environment, master the rules of the road, and develop the essential reflexes for sailing.
Your learning unfolds amidst the most beautiful landscapes of the Mediterranean: Porquerolles, Port-Cros, the Fort de Brégançon, and the Giens peninsula become your playground for exploration. Each day offers the opportunity to apply your new skills during varied and enriching sailing trips, guided by a passionate and experienced skipper.
In the evening, you can enjoy the magic of the anchorage: calm, sunset over sheltered coves, moments of sharing on board… An ideal atmosphere to disconnect and fully experience your adventure.
True to its values, ACM integrates an eco-responsible dimension into every stage of the course, including observation of the marine environment and rigorous training in safety and regulatory aspects. A complete, authentic, and inspiring experience for sailing with confidence and discovering the sea in a new way.
Days 2 to 5 -
Arrival at the base of the Gapeau
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
On your final morning at sea, you'll continue your training while reviewing the skills you've developed during the week with your skipper. After lunch, you'll head back to the Gapeau base to finalize your progress assessment. Your instructor will then present you with your sailing logbook, a testament to your mastery of the essential navigation skills. A wonderful way to conclude your catamaran adventure.
Day 6
Note
An adaptable program for an optimal experience.
Navigation naturally depends on weather conditions. With your skipper, you will take several weather readings each day to best adapt the day's itinerary and the stages of the following days.
In case of less than ideal conditions, don't worry: your instructor will turn this situation into a learning opportunity. You'll then benefit from enriching sessions on board: theoretical lessons, practical exercises, seamanship, introduction to nautical charting… All essential skills to progress and fully enjoy your catamaran sailing course.
Accommodation
The boat has 4 double cabins. There is one bathroom with toilet per hull, meaning one for every two cabins.
Access
Go to the starting point
You can leave your car (limited to 5m) and motorcycle in an enclosed space a stone's throw from your catamaran.
Price details
The price includes
- Safety equipment - Self-inflating personal life jacket and additional safety equipment for offshore sailing courses.
- Provisioning - Breakfast, lunch and dinner delivered on board.
- Onboard consumption: Gas, batteries.
- Bedding (complete kit): Top sheet, bottom sheet, pillow and pillowcase, blanket and duvet.
- Cleaning package: Upon your return, there is no need to clean the catamaran.
- Your FFV passport: We validate your level and the number of miles sailed. Validation based on your experience.
- Parking space
The price does not include
- Transportation to reach the starting base
- Customized menus for dietary intolerances (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.)
- The first evening's meal
- Diesel fuel (a few tens of euros)
- Stopovers ( depending on weather conditions or crew wishes) but generally the boat is at anchor.
Options
- Ocean Skills Training : CHF63.12 / unit
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, 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
- safety equipment (life jacket)
- navigation equipment (maps, compass, ruler...)
Equipment to bring
- High SPF sunscreen. If possible, use an eco-friendly sunscreen if you plan to swim.
- Her complete toiletry kit.
- Remember to bring earplugs
- Duvets for those who are most sensitive to the cold
- Microfiber towels that dry fairly quickly
- Also bring your personal first aid kit (seasickness medication, painkillers, etc.). If you are taking any special medication, remember to take your doctor's prescription with you.
- For laptops, you need a 12-volt charger with a cigarette lighter adapter, or you have the option of charging via USB output.
Clothing to bring
Our recommendations
A golden rule: no hard-sided suitcases. Take very soft suitcases or, better yet, a large sports bag. Please remember that smoking is prohibited inside the boat and is permitted outside; thank you for the crew.
WHAT YOU NEED TO THINK ABOUT
- A hat to protect oneself from the sun
- A windbreaker, like a K-Way. If you have a sailing jacket, bring it; otherwise, take a jacket or sweater to wear under a K-Way.
- For evenings or night sailing, bring two light layers (sweatshirt or tracksuit); it's always nice to have a spare in case the other gets wet. Also bring a light raincoat and a good pair of sunglasses.
- A pair of old shoes, like tennis shoes, for walking around the sailboat when sailing, otherwise you risk slipping or breaking a toe by hitting a metal part or a protrusion on the deck during a wave. These shoes are likely to get wet often and may end up being thrown away at the end of the holiday.
- A second pair of shoes of the same type, for "going out in town", more practical than "special sailing" sneakers. Shoes with hard soles, heels, or black soles, and especially those with metal toes, are strictly forbidden on board, as they damage the deck surface.
- At the beginning of the season the mistral is cold even if the sun is out so bring gloves and a hat.
ESSENTIAL FOR THOSE SENSITIVE TO THE SUN
- Long trousers to protect the legs, and a long-sleeved shirt
- Gloves to protect against allergic reactions to the sun if the backs of your hands are very sensitive.
These clothes need to be lightweight, otherwise you'll turn into a pressure cooker. Don't worry, you won't be wearing them all the time. Caution is advised during the first few exposures; it's a golden rule for sensitive skin.
WHAT TO BRING
- Shorts and Bermuda shorts
- T-shirts and short-sleeved shirts
- Swimsuits
- Fins, masks, snorkels if you wish to swim.
- Beach towels
- Towels are optional
- Appropriate attire for going out in town (canvas trousers, shorts)
- For the training, bring a notebook for taking notes and pencils, and you must print your contract in case of inspection at sea.
