Sailing course on a high-performance catamaran departing from Brittany
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationFrance / Brittany
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AgeFrom 15 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions106.8 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Affiliated with the French Sailing Federation , our school offers courses adapted to all levels , teaching you how to sail on modern sailboats , whether monohulls or multihulls . Supervised by state-certified instructors who are both skilled and experienced , you will progress quickly thanks to personalized advice tailored to your experience and goals.
These courses are an excellent stepping stone to becoming self-sufficient on board a sailboat , acquiring solid technical skills and a good understanding of modern equipment . Whether you're aiming to charter , buy a boat, join a cruising crew , or simply enjoy sailing safely , you'll be trained to achieve your ambitions.
The highlights
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You're the captain on board!
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Explore the Channel Islands
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Become self-sufficient on a sailboat
Photos
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.
Management
French
English
Numerous transatlantic crossings on this sailboat and many others, an excellent sailor who will share his passion with you and help you improve.
Program
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Dahouet
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Trainees are welcomed at 4 p.m., a shopping list is made together, provisions are taken, and the first evening is spent on board.
Day 1 -
Dahouet > Jersey
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Departure from the port of Dahouet in the afternoon. Crossing the bay to reach the island of Jersey. First night docked in the lively port of Saint Helier. Free time for a stroll or drinks in town.
Day 2 -
Jersey > Guernsey
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Sailing to the island of Guernsey and anchoring in Saint Peter Port. Depending on your preference: visit Victor Hugo's house, swim in a natural pool, or take a coastal walk.
Day 3 -
Islands of Herm and Sark
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A short hop to the island of Herm for a wild and unspoiled stopover. Then on to the island of Sark and an overnight anchorage. Here, there are no cars: bicycles, horse-drawn carriages, and majestic cliffs make up the scenery.
Day 4 -
Heading north, destination Alderney
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Alderney is the northernmost island of the archipelago. Peaceful atmosphere, flower-lined paths, seabird colonies… A little-known paradise.
Day 5 -
Alderney > Emerald Coast
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In the second part of the journey we will pass very close to the Emerald Coast, a Breton pearl with such a unique water colour.
Day 6 -
Emerald Coast > Dahouet
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Sailing and anchoring along the Emerald Coast for a late afternoon arrival in Dahouet
Day 7 -
Dahouet
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Back on dry land after a wonderful week of sailing filled with beautiful memories of sailing and stopovers.
Day 8
Note
Stopovers may vary depending on weather conditions.
Accommodation
Single cabin with bunk bed
You have the option of sleeping in the saloon on a large double mattress.
Access
You can reach the port of Dahouët via Breizhgo buses (line 2) departing from Saint Brieuc station, or with the Distribus (line 3) departing from Lamballe.
Go to the starting point
Parking is free at the port.
Price details
The price includes
- 7 nights in shared double cabins
- The provision of the boat
- The state-certified instructor
- 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
- Access to the place of stay
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)
