Sailing Upwind

5 to 7 people

Monohull

5 days

Level 2

Lesson objectives

Learn how to sail efficiently upwind and optimize sail trimming.

What's included

Instruction

Instruction is provided by a qualified instructor — holding a BPJEPS or a Professional Qualification Certificate — with extensive experience in both teaching and sailing.

Boat use

Our training boats include monohulls and liveaboard catamarans, all equipped with the necessary comforts: double cabins, bathrooms, toilets, and a fully fitted galley, ensuring ideal conditions for sailing.

Fuel

Fuel and consumables (gas) are included in the lesson fee. The mandatory individual pack includes bedding and provisions, allowing you to optimize your time on the water.

Cleaning

The boat used for your lesson is thoroughly cleaned before your arrival and once again after your departure.

Topics covered

Navigation

Preparing yourself and the boat
Manoeuvring under engine and under sail
Holding a point of sail
Hoisting and dropping sails, reefing and shaking out
Entering and leaving port
Choosing the right tacking or gybing manoeuvre to go upwind or downwind
Anchoring
Locating yourself on a chart

Safety

Communicating your difficulties and limitations
Practising and mastering common safety manoeuvres (stopping, towing, man overboard, etc.)
Participating in port entries and exits
Contributing to planning the navigation programme
Monitoring the condition of the boat

Seamanship

Understanding where the wind comes from
Assessing sea state and wind strength
Understanding the fundamentals of meteorology

FAQ

Not at all. If you have never set foot on a sailboat or if you want to start from scratch, our Discovery course is for you. It takes place over two days and allows you to gently acquire the essential basic skills.

No additional accommodation is required. The courses take place on fully equipped sailing boats—catamarans or monohulls—with cabins, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. You will live and sleep on board for the duration of the course.

The price includes:

use of the boat,
supervision by a professional instructor,
nights on board,
safety equipment,
cleaning and fuel.

The mandatory package also includes provisions (3 meals per day), bedding, and FFVoile registration.

The weather at sea can change quickly. We recommend:

comfortable clothing,
a windbreaker or watch jacket,
closed shoes with white soles,
a cap,
sunglasses.

A complete list will be provided once your registration has been confirmed.

Provisions are prepared in advance by the instructor so that participants can get the most out of the course. On board, meals are prepared collectively: a convivial moment and a true taste of life at sea.

Minors may participate provided they are accompanied by an adult. Depending on your sailing plans, taking the whole family on board can be a great way to share the experience and get everyone involved.