• Regatta weekend, 2 days of sport, Côte Vermeille
  • Regatta weekend, 2 days of sport, Côte Vermeille
  • Regatta weekend, 2 days of sport, Côte Vermeille
  • Regatta weekend, 2 days of sport, Côte Vermeille
  • Regatta weekend, 2 days of sport, Côte Vermeille
Pyrénées-Orientales

Regatta weekend, 2 days of sport, Côte Vermeille

Réf : MMCYOY

In summary

  • Sports
    Sailing
  • Duration
    2 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
    Occitanie / Pyrénées-Orientales
  • Age
    From 18 - 70 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    26.7 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

With this internship, we open the doors to the world of regatta racing.

During a weekend, we will participate together in a club regatta, you will join the crew and actively participate in the maneuvers on our FIRST 310.

In a supportive environment, we will provide you with the essential skills to become a high-performing team member.

You will feel the tension rising at the start, then the excitement of the crew seeking to come out on top, and finally, you will savor the convivial moments of the evenings of the regattas.

The highlights

  • A unique sporting and sailing experience
  • The opportunity to join your future regatta crew
  • A safe environment, within a school affiliated with the French Sailing Federation (FF Voile).
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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

You will learn to sail at all speeds , linking essential maneuvers with ease. You will discover how to adapt the settings to the weather conditions.

You will develop the reflexes necessary to optimize the sailboat's performance and course . You will learn finesse , trajectory optimization , fluidity of maneuvers, and adapting the sails to sea and wind conditions.

You will develop automated processes to analyze elements in order to improve the performance of the sailboat.

In figures

Sailing

  • Average duration/day: 5h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 2 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Vincent
Vincent

Your instructor, a qualified BPJEPS coach, will provide instruction calmly and attentively, with a focused and zen-like approach. Our teaching method is fun and engaging, based on a combination of theoretical input, hands-on practice, and repetition.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
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    Welcome, preparation and first rounds

    • Activity Sailing
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Upon arrival, your instructor will greet you for an introduction and check-in. Please note that arriving the day before is possible upon request. Next, you'll complete the registration formalities before attending the race briefing . This is the perfect time to familiarize yourself with the course and the various rules to follow. In the afternoon, you'll set sail for your first races , which generally finish around 5 pm . Throughout the sailing session , you'll receive practical advice to help you learn the right techniques and effectively train as a regatta crew member . The rest of the day is entirely free. You can spend the evening at the club with the rest of the group or take advantage of your free time to explore the area around the port .


    Day 1

Note

You will participate in the regattas on a First 310 and will be accommodated on our Sun Fast 37. You will receive constant guidance to develop good reflexes ; you are crew members , but first and foremost trainees , and your training will be our priority. The positions you hold will depend on your acquired skills and may change throughout the weekend. No meals are provided by the organizers during this trip: you are free to share convivial moments with the rest of the crew or to "do your own thing."

Accommodation

🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 2
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 2
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 2
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 2
  • 🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 2
🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 2

There will be a maximum of four trainees on board, and we will share the space offered by Bamako, which consists of three double cabins and a convertible saloon. We always find a way to ensure we can share this time together, and especially sleep peacefully.

We will share meals and their preparation in the mess hall. The bathroom consists of a toilet, a sink and a shower.

Access

Departure
Quai Arthur Rimbaud, Saint-Cyprien, France
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Quai Arthur Rimbaud, Saint-Cyprien, France
Day 2 - 18h00

Arrival the day before from 6pm and an additional night are possible on request, contact us for more details.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toElneOrPerpignan

The most convenient main station is Perpignan station (TGV and TER), located approximately 20 km from the Arthur Rimbaud quay.

  1. Take a direct TGV from Paris Gare de Lyon to Perpignan (approximately 5h05 to 5h15 journey time).
  2. Once you arrive at Perpignan station, several options are available to reach the platform:
  3. By bus (liO Occitanie - line 542): the bus departs directly from the bus station (next to the SNCF train station, on Boulevard Saint-Assiscle) and drops you off at Saint-Cyprien Plage ( Port or Port Cipriano stops, located approximately a 5 to 10 minute walk from the Arthur Rimbaud quay). The journey takes approximately 45 minutes and costs €2 per ticket.
  4. By taxi or private hire vehicle: allow approximately 20 to 25 minutes of travel time (between €35 and €50 depending on the time and day of travel).
  5. For car rental: several rental agencies are located directly outside the Perpignan train station.
Access by plane
The nearest airport isPerpignan-Rivesaltes (PGF) Or Bordeaux-Mérignac (BOD)
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

If you are coming from the "north" via the motorway, take the Leucate exit and then follow the sea to Saint Cyprien, you will enjoy the scenery between sea and mountain.

  1. From Paris (approximately 8.5 to 9 hours by car): take the A71 motorway then the A75 (via Clermont-Ferrand and the Millau Viaduct) or the A10 then the A20 until you reach the A9 motorway (La Catalane). Take exit 42 (Perpignan-Sud) , then follow the D914 towards Elne/Argelès-sur-Mer. Next, take the D40 or the D81 towards Saint-Cyprien Plage/Port until you reach Quai Arthur Rimbaud.
  2. From Perpignan (approximately 20 to 25 minutes drive): take the D914 towards Elne / Argelès-sur-Mer, then turn onto the D40 towards Saint-Cyprien Plage / Port to reach the quay.
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The instructor's training and supervision services
  2. Boarding the sailboat
  3. Accommodation on board in a double cabin
  4. Fuel

The price does not include

  1. Transportation costs
  2. The mandatory onboard kitty for provisions
  3. The FFV club licence (€73) is mandatory due to our affiliation with the FF Voile, valid for all other FFV training courses during the calendar year and payable to the provider .

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. A sleeping bag
  2. A fitted sheet
  3. A pillowcase
  4. A towel
  5. A water bottle
  6. Sunglasses
  7. Sunscreen
  8. An individual pharmacy
  9. A waterproof headlamp
  10. Hygiene products

Clothing to bring

In your luggage (which will not be a hard-sided suitcase, but rather a soft bag), you will take:

  1. A cap
  2. A pair of sea gloves
  3. Warm clothing (at least a fleece)
  4. A waterproof jacket and trousers
  5. Boat shoes
The Vincent team
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The Vincent team

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Our local expert is a cruising sailing school that teaches sailing from the perspective of recreational sailors and racers. They share their passion in an atmosphere that combines relaxation and precision. A single instructor, Vincent, ensures that the learning pace is adapted to each student. The agency offers 3- to 7-day sailing courses departing from Saint-Cyprien, for all levels, in French. They favor intermediate sailors and welcome diverse crews.

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