Sailing course - 7 days of progression departing from Marseille
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationMarseille / The Calanques
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AgeFrom 18 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions88.58 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
Spanish
In a few words
Set sail for the Mediterranean for a maritime immersion ! This 7-day, 6-night cruising sailboat course , limited to just 5 participants , is ideal for honing your sailing skills. Aboard a high-performance racing-cruising sailboat , you'll sail between the spectacular Calanques and the island of Porquerolles , taking full advantage of the summer thermal winds.
Learning is at the heart of this adventure, with rigorous repetition of deck maneuvers . You'll take your skills to the next level by learning chart reading during long voyages, including a unique nighttime experience. This technical course will also be an opportunity to learn how to hoist a symmetrical or asymmetrical spinnaker to maximize the boat's speed. In addition to the technical aspects, you'll enjoy unforgettable stopovers in some of the region's most beautiful anchorages. A comprehensive training program to gain independence and progress quickly.
The highlights
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A sporty yet comfortable boat with its tiller steering and 3 cabins
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A caring and patient instructor
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A long stay to multiply new navigation situations
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Sport
Level
Sailing
The expert's opinion
Although prior sailing experience is preferable for this trip, the educational program and itinerary can be adapted to the level, expectations, and desires of the participants.
The wind will of course decide our progress in the region; some days will allow us to cover miles upwind under spinnaker while following the charts, while others will be an opportunity to repeat maneuvers in a small space, always from the most beautiful coves in the region!
In figures
Sailing
- Average duration/day: 10h
Snorkeling
- Average duration/day: 1h
Stand-up paddleboarding
- Average duration/day: 1h
Management
French
English
Spanish
Qualified instructor (BPJEPS), whose teaching is focused on kindness, practice and inclusion.
Program
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Boarding
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 10h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
First day: boarding and settling in on board. Cabin allocation and settling in.
As soon as the crew is ready, we set off for the Calanques! We get reacquainted with the sailboat by tacking in the late afternoon winds, hoping to sleep in one of the most beautiful calanques in the area.
Day 1 -
Navigation to the East
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 10h
- Activity Snorkeling
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We are approaching Cape Sicié, the famous Cape Horn of the Mediterranean which offers different conditions every day.
Day 2 -
Night navigation and repeated maneuvers
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 10h per day
- Activity Stand-up paddleboarding
- Duration of the activity 1h per day
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The following days, we headed towards Bandol, Sanary and Porquerolles, depending on the weather, making stops dedicated to maneuvers, and others to navigation.
An afternoon will be dedicated to studying the map for a pleasant night navigation lasting several hours.
Days 3 to 6 -
Back on land
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 10h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The final stage, via Frioul, brings us back to Marseille for the review of the internship.
Day 7
Note
The program is obviously weather-dependent and will be adapted to optimize learning time. The advantage is that the Mediterranean always provides us with a bit of wind in the afternoon on the coast, even when the weather forecast says otherwise.
Accommodation
Boat with 3 cabins .
- 2 double cabins at the rear
- 1 single or double cabin at the front
- 2 seats in the square
--> 8 places to be shared between the 5 trainees and the instructor on the first day.
Access
The first day is dedicated to menu planning and shopping (a What's App group is created in advance with the participants to organize themselves).
On the last day, time is set aside for cleaning and for the educational review of the internship.
Go to the starting point
The Old Port is accessible by metro from Marseille-Saint-Charles station.
Airport accessible by train or bus to Marseille-Saint-Charles station.
Parking at the Old Port is paid. We can direct you to free parking spaces in the city before the start of your stay.
Price details
The price includes
- The stay will be supervised and sailing lessons will be provided by Solène, a qualified instructor.
- Accommodation on the sailboat
- Access to all boat equipment
- Equipment rental: Paddleboards, masks, fins and snorkels
- Safety equipment (life jackets, etc.)
- Annex
The price does not include
- Transportation to the meeting point
- The onboard kitty (gas, diesel, groceries for meals, etc.): approximately €15 per person per day
- Potential port berths
Options
- 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
- Commercial kitchen equipment
- A few diving masks
- Spices/tea towels
- A well-stocked library
- pillows
- comfortable mattresses
- A single pair of binoculars
- Navigation equipment for taking stock
Equipment to bring
- sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
- A water bottle of at least 1L
- A notebook for jotting down the best anecdotes from the ship... or what you've learned.
- Recipe ideas to make for the group, everyone participates in life on board!
- A board game to liven up our evenings
- Earplugs, always useful!
- Camera/Video
- A musical instrument (compact) if you wish
- A small Tupperware container to take home leftovers at the end of the week and avoid waste.
- A headlamp or flashlight
Clothing to bring
- Bathing accessories
- Bath towel
- Fitted sheets (1 sheet 140cm for 2 people) + pillowcases
- Duvet cover or sleeping bag: even in the middle of summer, it can get chilly at night at sea!
- Closed shoes with non-marking soles
- Personal pharmacy; no medication is provided.
- Windbreaker, because yes, there will be wind!
- A sweater
- Having spare clothes is important to always stay dry!
- Your mask/snorkel if you prefer your own
- Sailing gloves to protect your hands
The Solène team
Our local expert, Solène, is a sailing instructor and independent skipper. She offers sailing courses for all levels, as well as sea trips focused on discovering and preserving marine biodiversity. An ideal opportunity to sail while learning.
