Advanced sailing course

Hyeres

4 to 6 people

Catamaran

5 days

Level 3

Lesson objectives

Embark on five days of intensive sailing starting from Hyères, in the heart of the Îles d’Or! Supervised by a certified instructor from the French Sailing Federation, you will refine your sail trimming, crew coordination, port maneuvers, and route optimization. This FFV course is designed for sailors who already have solid experience and want to improve their skills to take on the role of watch leader or skipper. The program alternates theory and real-life practice between Porquerolles, Port-Cros, and Le Levant, with anchoring and life on board. It’s the ideal training to strengthen your technique, understand how the boat reacts, and sail safely in an exceptional environment. Objective: becoming fully autonomous Mandatory pack: EUR 170 / 5 days / per person: - Bedding - FFV insurance

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

Adjusting sail trim based on point of sail and wind strength
Tacking and gybing while controlling the exit angle
Taking every position during manoeuvres
Knowing your position on the chart and on the water at all times
Coordinating and managing the full crew during manoeuvres
Mastering the use of onboard equipment (GPS, bearings, autopilot, radar, etc.)
Managing energy production and consumption aboard
Experiencing and mastering night sailing and anchorages
Organising watches, managing and tracking your route
Spinnaker or gennaker deployment

Safety

Towing a vessel under sail or engine
Knowing alert and signalling procedures
Participating in collective tasks
Reviewing and critiquing your route
Managing the watch
Checking weather conditions and adapting navigation accordingly
Conducting a weather briefing
Responding to an incident aboard (breakdown, man overboard, etc.)

Seamanship

Understanding the technical systems aboard (watermaker, generator, engine checks, etc.)
Understanding the main meteorological phenomena

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.