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A long cruising cannot be improvised, it must be prepared

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Training modules offered

Training courses or coaching sessions are available on demand in both English and French, held on weekends or weekdays, either on board or near their sailing boat.

Join them in Greece, Sicily, or other locations as they travel, and combine training with a holiday experience.

Select one or more modules:

Preparing for the long sail

Pacific crossing

1 Day

Proper trip preparation is essential, but how do you ensure nothing is overlooked? From administration, routes, and stops to supplies, spare parts, boat inspections, safety kits, pet travel, and budget planning—these are all crucial considerations.

We've faced these questions worldwide and offer this module to provide you with the answers.

Once you set sail, turning back isn't easy. Let us help you prepare thoroughly

Water and food management 

Dry meat

2 Days

Learn how to select, preserve, and store fruits and vegetables, make bread, cheese, and yogurt, dry meat, and protect food from insects. Discover tips on meal planning, conserving water and gas, and choosing space-saving kitchen utensils.

We share essential recipes and advice tailored for long boat trips to make your journey easier and more enjoyable.

First aid in remote areas 

eve medic

3 Days

Medical knowledge is crucial for smooth sailing. Whether you're a solo sailor or with family, knowing how to suture, handle a broken arm, manage seasickness, stress, various illnesses, hemorrhages, and more is essential. Understanding the alert and rescue chain is vital too.

What medical supplies should you carry, and how do you use them? What are the essential first aid techniques?

Eve, a medical specialist in remote areas, will address all your questions.

Managing long navigations

Atlantic crossing

1 Day

Think the international code and navigation rules apply everywhere? Think again. Anarchy is common, so we developed our own procedures to avoid accidents.

What are the most economical communication methods? How do you prepare routes and choose the right maps? Learn about piracy and how to handle it, manage energy, navigate sailing seasons, and approach countries safely.

To avoid complicated navigation, this module provides essential answers and solutions to all your questions.

Life on board

Fishing

1 Day

Life aboard a sailing boat requires significant adjustments, especially when living in close quarters. Whether solo or with others, organization and lifestyle concessions are essential.

How can you ensure a smooth cruise? How do you manage showers, watches, meals, and staying occupied? Bad weather can increase tension—how do you handle it?

This insightful module offers practical answers based on our real-life experiences to help you navigate these challenges.

Children on board

Kids

1 Day

Traveling with children raises many questions, and in the middle of the ocean, answers can be hard to find. At ports of call, the right advice isn’t always available.

How do you manage a family trip at sea? From pregnancy on board to adapting the boat for a baby, managing clothes, food, schooling, activities, seasickness, friendships, and stress—these are all important concerns.

It's natural for a mother to have these worries. This module is designed to help you embark on a long journey with peace of mind, sharing our experience to ease your voyage.

Cruise project coaching

Are you planning to buy a sailing boat and go on a long trip?       Be coached to make sure you don't make mistakes

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Coaching

More families and couples are eager to start their travel projects but often don't know where to begin.

Which boat is right for you? How do you avoid getting ripped off? What administrative steps are necessary? How do you transition from land life to sailor life? What budget is required? How can you generate income while sailing? How do you make your boat fully autonomous?

The list of questions is long. Let Yann and Eve, experienced sailors, coach you through every step to ensure you have all the answers you need.

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