• Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
  • Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille
Marseille

Level 2 advanced training course in cruising catamaran sailing in Marseille

4,4/5 (5 reviews)
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In summary

  • Sports
    Sailing
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Sailing
    Beginner
    For those who have never sailed and wish to discover sailing over a short weekend.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to complete their Level 1 "first tacks" certification and discover the various crew roles and basic maneuvers.
    Confirmed
    For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.
    Advanced
    For those who have already completed a 4- or 5-day advanced training course at an FFV-affiliated center. You have already sailed for more than 10 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, and course tracking (including dead reckoning). A coastal boating license and an FRR (radio certificate) are not mandatory but are recommended.
    Expert
    For those who have already completed an intermediate-level course (*stage évolution*) at an FFV-affiliated center. You have sailed for more than 20 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in: docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, course tracking and dead reckoning, and watch-keeping. OR For those capable of single-handed maneuvers (reefing, tacking, gybing) or who have sailed as skipper (charter or private). The coastal license, CRR (Short Range Certificate), and offshore license are recommended for this level but are not mandatory.
  • Destination
    Bouches-du-Rhône / Marseille
  • Age
    From 18 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    82.7 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

Come and complete your Level 2 (FFV2) sailing qualification aboard a magnificent, spacious, and comfortable Lagoon catamaran . Departing from Marseille , you'll sail in the Mediterranean, along the French Riviera , an ideal sailing area offering varied conditions for rapid progress.

Guided by a qualified and passionate catamaran sailing instructor , you'll progress within a small group for personalized instruction. The goal: to gain independence and mastery in all aspects of sailing. You'll work on maneuvers under sail and power , anchoring techniques, harbor entry and exit, and crew coordination.

This course offers the opportunity to combine active learning with hands- on experience at sea , in a friendly and safe environment. Every maneuver becomes second nature, every outing a new opportunity to develop your skills.

The highlights

  • A state-certified sailing instructor, specializing in keelboat catamaran courses
  • Learning on a Lagoon 42 catamaran, a comfortable and safe boat
  • 4 to 6 trainees maximum
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Sport

Level

Sailing

Confirmed

Levels

Sailing
Beginner
For those who have never sailed and wish to discover sailing over a short weekend.
Intermediate
For those wishing to complete their Level 1 "first tacks" certification and discover the various crew roles and basic maneuvers.
Confirmed
For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.
Advanced
For those who have already completed a 4- or 5-day advanced training course at an FFV-affiliated center. You have already sailed for more than 10 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, and course tracking (including dead reckoning). A coastal boating license and an FRR (radio certificate) are not mandatory but are recommended.
Expert
For those who have already completed an intermediate-level course (*stage évolution*) at an FFV-affiliated center. You have sailed for more than 20 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in: docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, course tracking and dead reckoning, and watch-keeping. OR For those capable of single-handed maneuvers (reefing, tacking, gybing) or who have sailed as skipper (charter or private). The coastal license, CRR (Short Range Certificate), and offshore license are recommended for this level but are not mandatory.
For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.

The expert's opinion

This sailing course on a cruising catamaran is designed for those wishing to discover sailing or quickly improve their skills in an environment that combines instruction, relaxation, and exploration. You can participate in this course as a beginner or if you already have sailing experience and wish to expand your knowledge.

In figures

Sailing

  • Average duration/day: 6h
  • Average distance/day: 38 km

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 7 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Moniteur Marseille

Supervision provided by a professional FFV instructor.

You will be accompanied by a state-certified sailing instructor. During this course, you will cover these aspects of sailing:

  1. Sailing maneuvers (Heaving to, tacking, gybing, reefing, man overboard).
  2. Engine maneuvers
  3. Management of entry and exit from anchorages and ports
  4. Relationship with the harbor master's office and other boaters
  5. Etc.

Management

Security

  1. VHF
  2. Security
  3. Weather, maps and onboard electronics
  4. Common sense at sea and ecological awareness
Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
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    Marseille

    • Activity Sailing
    • Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Welcome to Marseille for your sailing course on a keelboat. An Olympic city for the sailing events of the Paris 2024 Games, Marseille is an essential stopover with its commercial, passenger, and leisure ports. You'll embark from 2 pm onwards from the port of Corbières, in the bay of Marseille.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6
🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1, 4 to 6

For the entire duration of the internship, you will be accommodated in a shared double cabin on board a catamaran sailboat. It is possible to reserve a private cabin (optional).


Our Lagoon catamarans feature four double cabins with private bathrooms. The catamarans are equipped with all the necessary safety, cooking, and comfort equipment to ensure a comfortable and safe stay.


*Cabin photos are not contractual; interior layout may vary depending on the model and year of your catamaran.

Access

Departure
Port Corbières, Marseille
Day 1 : 14h00
End of stay
Port Corbières, Marseille
Day 7 - 17h00

Boarding and disembarking from Port Corbières in Marseille.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare Saint-Charles

We recommend that you reach the port by taxi or by tram + walking.

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

Parking option available in Port Corbières (Option €50 for the duration of the internship)

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Price details

The price includes

  1. Your liveaboard catamaran course taught by a state-certified sailing instructor, a specialist in catamaran sailing schools
  2. Your accommodation on board in a shared double cabin
  3. Validation of your level and the number of miles covered during the habitable catamaran course
  4. The final cleaning of the catamaran

The price does not include

  1. The onboard kitty: approximately €180 per trainee depending on your provisioning, fuel and port costs - mandatory (to be paid on site)
  2. The FFV sailing passport ( mandatory if you do not have an FFV license, valid for all your other FFV training courses until 31/12/2026): €20 ( payable to the provider)
  3. Transportation to get to the catamaran
  4. Your personal costs and expenses
  5. Onboard bedding: €40 ( payable to the provider)

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

They traveled with us

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4,4/5
(5 reviews)
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maria-cruz

april 2026
Translated from French
Stay
Published on 03/05/2026
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Thierry

october 2025
Translated from French

I had a very good training course with ***, a very friendly and competent instructor, a very good team of participants and a magical place!

Published on 13/10/2025
M

Marianne

june 2025
Translated from French
We had an exceptional week. Valérie is a reassuring and understanding skipper, a very good teacher; learning with her is a real pleasure. The Lagoon 42 is comfortable and easy to handle. The setting for our course is magnificent, the calanques and islands between Marseille and Porquerolles.
Published on 07/07/2025

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,4/5
(5 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
m

maria-cruz

april 2026
Translated from French
Stay
Published on 03/05/2026
T

Thierry

october 2025
Translated from French

I had a very good training course with ***, a very friendly and competent instructor, a very good team of participants and a magical place!

Published on 13/10/2025
M

Marianne

june 2025
Translated from French
We had an exceptional week. Valérie is a reassuring and understanding skipper, a very good teacher; learning with her is a real pleasure. The Lagoon 42 is comfortable and easy to handle. The setting for our course is magnificent, the calanques and islands between Marseille and Porquerolles.
Published on 07/07/2025
m

michel

june 2025
Translated from French
Friendly crew, cordial relations, very professional, understanding, and patient skipper, etc...
Published on 07/07/2025
C

Clara

may 2025
Translated from French

My sailing trip to Marseille, organized through Decathlon Travel in partnership with ***, was a mixed bag. The undeniable highlight of the week was our skipper, Bertrand, a passionate, competent, and highly effective instructor. Thanks to him, I was able to learn in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, despite the overall environment not being conducive to progress. Unfortunately, the organization of the trip was subpar. This course, supposedly a Level 2 catamaran course, was actually run with a group composed entirely of beginners, which fell far short of my expectations. The content was very basic, with few technical exercises, little practice in maneuvers, and ultimately very little cruising. I was expecting a more active, structured, and stimulating trip; I was disappointed in this regard. Communication beforehand was practically nonexistent, as the WhatsApp group was only created the day before to organize provisioning. And the initial program wasn't followed: the sailing lasted barely five and a half days, far short of the advertised eight. Finally, several additional fees were imposed (linens, sailing passport not provided), with no possibility of reimbursement. In short: a very positive experience with a fantastic instructor, but the organization was insufficient for a trip of this caliber. I left with mixed feelings and would not recommend this package as it was offered to me.

Published on 26/05/2025
DT
Decathlon Travel's response
Translated from French

Hello Clara,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback in such detail. We are delighted to read that you were able to fully benefit from the instruction of Bertrand, a passionate and experienced instructor with over 25 years of experience. This is indeed an essential element for the success of a sailing course.

Regarding the organization, several points deserve clarification:

– Your registration, which took place only 5 days before departure, limited prior communication, particularly on WhatsApp, a channel usually used to transmit the detailed program and educational materials.

– You sailed on a recent Lagoon 42 (2022 model), with a small group of 5 people, offering good learning conditions, although the particularly unfavorable weather (winds of 35 to 50 knots) at the end of the week forced the team to adapt the program.

The group's varying skill levels can indeed lead to differences in pace; however, it's difficult to predict the exact composition before departure. A more advanced "Skipper" course was available on another date, but at a different price.

– Finally, some additional costs (bed linen, sailing passport) are specified before departure but we understand your surprise if this has not been clearly presented.

Your feedback highlights areas for improvement, particularly regarding the clarity of the information provided before your trip. We will share this with our partner to help us improve the organization of future departures.

The Decathlon Travel team
The Clément team
Decathlon Travel Partner

The Clément team

4.5/5 (120 reviews) • 92 stays
Our local partner offers cruises and sailing courses on comfortable catamarans, allowing you to sail in some of the world's most beautiful sailing areas. With departures from Marseille, Ajaccio, Split, Athens, the Grenadines, the Seychelles, and French Polynesia, they welcome 2,500 crew members and passengers each year. Whether you're a beginner looking to discover catamaran sailing or want to hone your skills, you're welcome aboard. Our local partner's team, primarily French-speaking, will be delighted to assist participants in French throughout their maritime adventure.
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