• Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
  • Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon
Brittany / Quiberon

Open water swimming and technical progression in Quiberon

Réf : IYVZZH

In summary

  • Sports
    Swimming
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Swimming
    Beginner
    For those who are comfortable in the water and wish to be introduced to swimming. You are able to swim a short distance (approximately 200m) with your head above water or with brief periods of submersion. The goal is to build confidence and learn the basics of breathing and floating during sessions lasting no more than 30 minutes, always in a supervised swimming area close to the edge.
    Intermediate
    For those who have mastered the basics of at least one stroke (breaststroke or front crawl) and can swim continuously for a distance of 500m to 1km in calm water. You swim occasionally. These trips will allow you to improve your technique, breathing, and endurance during sessions lasting up to 45 minutes, while exploring the coastline or the shores of a lake.
    Confirmed
    For those capable of swimming 1.5 km to 2 km non-stop in open water. You have mastered the front crawl—including side breathing—and are comfortable in varied water conditions (light waves, choppy water). You engage in a sporting activity at least once a week. Sessions can last up to 1 hour and 15 minutes and aim to improve your endurance and open-water swimming efficiency.
    Advanced
    For those who can comfortably swim 3 km or more in open water, completing consecutive sessions over several days. You have mastered at least two strokes and open-water techniques (sighting, group swimming). You engage in endurance training several times a week. The routes offered are more challenging, covering significant distances, and may include crossings or explorations of wilder coastlines.
    Expert
    For open-water enthusiasts capable of swimming more than 5 km a day over several consecutive days, sometimes in challenging conditions (wind, moderate currents). You possess excellent swimming technique and a strong understanding of marine or lake environments. You engage in high-intensity endurance training several times a week and are looking for a genuine athletic challenge and an aquatic adventure.
  • Destination
    Brittany / Quiberon
  • Age
    From 18 - 70 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    32.98 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

Treat yourself to an immersive weekend in nature to improve your open water swimming , refine your technique , gain fluidity and confidence , without pressure or time constraints. Here, we swim to better feel , understand , and master our stroke, in an environment conducive to learning.

You will participate in sessions tailored to your level , combining precise technical exercises and personalized debriefings , for an effective transfer to both the sea and the pool. Led by two experienced coaches, the group is limited to 16 participants to ensure attentive and personalized guidance .

Shared meals throughout the weekend encourage conversation, sharing experiences, and enjoying convivial moments. You will also discover the Sensory Method , an original approach to refine your perception of movement and sustainably improve your swimming.

This course is accessible once you are able to swim 400 meters continuously . It provides an excellent first open water experience , ideal for progressing at your own pace, without any speed objective.

The highlights

  • Explore the Quiberon peninsula by swimming
  • Personalized coaching in a small group with two swimming experts
  • Precise technical exercises and debriefings for a real transfer at sea
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Sport

Level

Swimming

Confirmed

Levels

Swimming
Beginner
For those who are comfortable in the water and wish to be introduced to swimming. You are able to swim a short distance (approximately 200m) with your head above water or with brief periods of submersion. The goal is to build confidence and learn the basics of breathing and floating during sessions lasting no more than 30 minutes, always in a supervised swimming area close to the edge.
Intermediate
For those who have mastered the basics of at least one stroke (breaststroke or front crawl) and can swim continuously for a distance of 500m to 1km in calm water. You swim occasionally. These trips will allow you to improve your technique, breathing, and endurance during sessions lasting up to 45 minutes, while exploring the coastline or the shores of a lake.
Confirmed
For those capable of swimming 1.5 km to 2 km non-stop in open water. You have mastered the front crawl—including side breathing—and are comfortable in varied water conditions (light waves, choppy water). You engage in a sporting activity at least once a week. Sessions can last up to 1 hour and 15 minutes and aim to improve your endurance and open-water swimming efficiency.
Advanced
For those who can comfortably swim 3 km or more in open water, completing consecutive sessions over several days. You have mastered at least two strokes and open-water techniques (sighting, group swimming). You engage in endurance training several times a week. The routes offered are more challenging, covering significant distances, and may include crossings or explorations of wilder coastlines.
Expert
For open-water enthusiasts capable of swimming more than 5 km a day over several consecutive days, sometimes in challenging conditions (wind, moderate currents). You possess excellent swimming technique and a strong understanding of marine or lake environments. You engage in high-intensity endurance training several times a week and are looking for a genuine athletic challenge and an aquatic adventure.
For those capable of swimming 1.5 km to 2 km non-stop in open water. You have mastered the front crawl—including side breathing—and are comfortable in varied water conditions (light waves, choppy water). You engage in a sporting activity at least once a week. Sessions can last up to 1 hour and 15 minutes and aim to improve your endurance and open-water swimming efficiency.

The expert's opinion

You must be able to swim 500 meters continuously in calm water using only the front crawl stroke. Speed ​​is not a factor.

In figures

Swimming

  • Average duration/day: 1h

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band : 1 supervisor for 6 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Pierre Coaching Natation
Pierre Coaching Natation
  1. Over 800 trainees already supervised during technical and open water swimming courses
  2. 3,500+ swimmers supported through coaching and programs
  3. Several million views on my educational swimming content
  4. 15+ years of field experience in pools, the sea, and open water
  5. Dozens of internships organized in France and internationally

My priority is not to make you swim more, but to make you swim better — including in real-world conditions , where technique takes on its full meaning.

Cédric Rowarc'h
Cédric Rowarc'h

An experienced coach and local reference , Cédric draws on a rare background combining high level , collective performance and more than 30 years of coaching .

Key points:

  1. Coach of the three-time French team champions (Masters category)
  2. International swimming competition from 1982 to 1984
  3. French Champion in 1984
  4. Coach since 1992 (over 30 years of experience )
  5. Local expert in Quiberon , with perfect knowledge of the waters and conditions

His approach combines technical rigor , a keen understanding of the natural environment , and adaptation to each swimmer , from recreational to competitive.

A major advantage for progressing in safety and efficiency in open water.

Management

Security

A paddleboard will be used by one of the coaches to combine safety and live technical feedback. In addition, a swim buoy (available at Decathlon) is mandatory for visibility.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Arrival and first swim

    • Activity Swimming
    • Duration of the activity 1h
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Arrival is scheduled for 5:45 PM at the National Sailing and Watersports School (ENVSN) . After a welcome and settling-in period, a first swimming session is offered at 6:00 PM , with video recording to assess your technique from the outset. This initial immersion takes place at the very end of the day, in the peaceful atmosphere of sunset , in the heart of a protected natural site , conducive to concentration and relaxation.

    Day 1

Note

🌅 The program in a nutshell

  1. 5 open water swimming sessions , all focused on technique and sensations
  2. First swim on the evening of arrival , at sunset, in an iconic and protected setting
  3. Progressive swims around iconic sites of the peninsula
  4. Some swims follow wild headlands, others skirt places steeped in history or secluded islets…

👉 The exact route remains intentionally discreet as we will adapt to the conditions, but the objective is to visit by swimming: the Penthièvre fort, the Conguel point, Thinic island, etc...


🎥 A permanent outside perspective

  1. Drone footage
  2. Underwater images
  3. Technical feedback

Seeing your swimming in the real environment , understanding how to swim with the swell, breathing, orientation…

Accommodation

- Days 1 to 2
  • - Days 1 to 2
  • - Days 1 to 2
- Days 1 to 2

You will be accommodated in a single room at the National Sailing School in Saint-Pierre-Quiberon.

Access

Departure
Ecole Nationale de Voile et des Sports Nautiques ENVSN, Beg Rohu, Saint-Pierre-Quiberon, France
Day 1 : 17h45
End of stay
Ecole Nationale de Voile et des Sports Nautiques ENVSN, Beg Rohu, Saint-Pierre-Quiberon, France
Day 3 - 16h00

We will finish at 4:00 PM at the National Sailing School (National Institute of Nautical Sports)

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toAuray

After arriving at Auray train station, take the bus/shuttle to St Pierre Quiberon

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The stay will be supervised by two qualified and experienced instructors.
  2. 5 open water swimming sessions, all focused on technique and sensations
  3. Accommodation in a single room
  4. 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches
  5. Technical feedback and video analysis of your swim
  6. Drone footage and underwater images
  7. 8 personal sessions + 8 "shared" training sessions in PDF format (with video) based on what we analyzed/saw over the weekend
  8. 6 video sessions for greater arm effectiveness, including a bonus session to assess your CATCH

The price does not include

  1. The dinners
  2. Personal expenses and drinks
  3. Transportation to the internship location
  4. Transfers to the swimming locations (we organize them by carpooling with the cars already present)

Options

  1. 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 to bring

  1. Swimming suit (long)
  2. Safety buoy

Clothing to bring

  1. Clothes to keep you warm between sessions
  2. Kway (just in case)
The Pierre Coaching Natation team
Decathlon Travel Partner

The Pierre Coaching Natation team

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Our local partner is an agency specializing in sports holidays dedicated to swimming and open water sports. Founded by a coach with 15 years of experience, it has already guided thousands of swimmers. With a strong digital presence, the agency has built a large community of enthusiasts worldwide. They offer leading expertise to help you perfect your technique and enjoy immersive aquatic experiences, all under the guidance of recognized professionals.
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