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FORMATIONS VOILE CROISIÈRE - VCJ HAS 10 YEARS ALREADY.

CRUISING SAIL TRAINING


From November to March, we offer

Our elementary, intermediate, and advanced Cruising Sail Training
in the Caribbean: Martinique and Saint Lucia, Grenada, Saint-Vincent, Guadeloupe.

Crédit : Pat Nault Villeneuve

ELEMENTARY CRUISING SAIL TRAINING

This course aims to enable you to sail safely, as a competent skipper or crew member, on a 6- to 10-meter sailboat equipped with an inboard or outboard motor in familiar waters, by day, in moderate wind and sea conditions.

 

It consists of practical and theoretical training. 

We invite you to consult Voile Canada's complete Brevet Voile Croisière Élémentaire description.

Practical training includes:

  • seamanship  (nautical knots);

  • departure from the quay and docking;

  • sea gaits (close, cross, reach, etc.);

  • maneuvers: tacks, gybes, man overboard, etc.

  • safety equipment required;

  • emergencies;

  • weather impact;

  • appropriate crew behaviour;

  • basic introduction to the Canadian navigation system;

  • Etc. ​

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Two-part evaluation:

  • Practical exam near the end of the training

  • Theoretical exam: a 2-hour written test based on the book “Introduction to Cruising Sailing”, published by Sail Canada in 2021, administered after the practical exam

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Discover our Winter. Call Captain Jack. 

INTERMEDIATE CRUISING SAIL TRAINING

This course reinforces the skills developed in the "Basic Cruising Sailing" and "Basic Coastal Navigation" courses. Students will need to acquire the skills and experience necessary for successful "live aboard" cruising. You can take part in this training as part of a group or with friends!

Life on board

Since this is a "LIFE ABOARD" course, we'll be sailing between 4 and 6 hours a day over a distance of around 120 Mn. We'll carry out numerous maneuvers (tacking, gybing, sailboat rigging, man-overboard recoveries).

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We'll also take time to visit these magnificent islands, enjoy the beaches and multicoloured fish, and sample the local gastronomy.

During the week, as skipper, you'll have to prepare alternative routes, analyze the weather, open a route plan with the Coast Guard and lead the crew.

Crew members will also be asked to prepare one  topos:

  • Managing life on board;

  • Seamanship;

  • Electrical system, batteries, etc;

  • Safety equipment;

  • Dead reckoning, taking stock;

  • How to react in emergency situations (grounding, water ingress, fire, etc.);

  • Interpret a weather report and plan a cruise according to the weather.

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2-step assessment:

Manoeuvres

Prerequisites :

  • Brevet de voile élémentaire (basic cruising sailing certificate) or Brevet d'équipier compétent de croisière élémentaire (basic cruising competent crew member certificate);

  • Training for the Brevet de Navigation côtière élémentaire begun;

  • Operator Card (PCOP) ;

  •  Restricted Radiotelephone Operator’s Certificate (Marine) with DSC endorsement (VHF) ;

  • Ten days' experience as a crew member or skipper.

Click on this link to obtain more information on le brevet de navigation voile croisière intermédiaire.

CALENDAR AND FEES 2026-27 - ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE

The past season was a great success. We were fully booked—thank you for your trust. Voile Capitaine Jack is the number one sailing training provider in the Caribbean. Our training is of a high standard and recognized for its rigor.

 

Below you will find the training sessions from November 2026 to March 2027. We are also organizing a special training program in Brittany from September 6 to September 16, 2026.

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Rates per person:

  • $2,490 per week (double occupancy)

  • $3,390 per week (single occupancy in a double cabin)

 

“An astonishing, enriching and captivating experience! What a joy!” — Sophie

 

GUADELOUPE

  • November 21 to November 28, 2026

Aboard a Dufour 52 sailboat | 5 cabins

➡️ 6 spots available

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  • November 28 to December 5, 2026

Aboard a Dufour 52 sailboat | 5 cabins

➡️ 6 spots available

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  • December 5 to December 12, 2026

Aboard a Dufour 52 sailboat | 5 cabins 

➡️ 6 spots available

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  • December 12 to December 19, 2026

Aboard a Dufour 52 sailboat | 5 cabins 

➡️ 6 spots available

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GRENADA – SAINT VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
NEW THIS YEAR!

GRENADA TO SAINT VINCENT

January 16 to January 23, 2027
Departure from Grenada to Saint Vincent, sailing through the stunning Grenadine islands aboard an Oceanis 43 sailboat | 4 cabins
➡️ 5 spots available

SAINT VINCENT TO GRENADA

January 23 to January 30, 2027
Departure from Saint Vincent to Grenada, sailing through the beautiful Grenadine islands aboard an Oceanis 43 sailboat | 4 cabins
➡️ 5 spots available

GRENADA TO SAINT VINCENT

January 30 to February 6, 2027
Departure from Grenada to Saint Vincent via the magnificent Grenadines aboard an Oceanis 43 sailboat | 4 cabins
➡️ 5 spots available

SAINT VINCENT TO GRENADA

February 6 to February 13, 2027
Departure from Saint Vincent to Grenada via the Grenadines aboard an Oceanis 43 sailboat | 4 cabins
➡️ 5 spots available

 

 

MARTINIQUE – DOMINICA – GUADELOUPE

MARTINIQUE TO GUADELOUPE (via Dominica)

February 20 to February 27, 2027
Departure from Martinique and arrival in Guadeloupe, with a stop in Dominica, aboard an Oceanis 40.1 sailboat
➡️ 4 spots available

GUADELOUPE TO ANTIGUA

February 27 to March 6, 2027
Departure from Guadeloupe and arrival in Antigua aboard an Oceanis 40.1 sailboat
➡️ 4 spots available

ANTIGUA TO GUADELOUPE

March 6 to March 13, 2027
Departure from Antigua and arrival in Guadeloupe aboard an Oceanis 40.1 sailboat
➡️ 4 spots available

GUADELOUPE – DOMINICA – MARTINIQUE

March 6 to March 13, 2027
Departure from Guadeloupe and arrival in Martinique, with a stop in Dominica, aboard an Oceanis 40.1 sailboat
➡️ 4 spots available

 

Rates per person:

  • $2,490 per week (double occupancy)

  • $3,290 per week (single occupancy in a double cabin)

To reserve your spot, contact Captain Jack by email (cj@voilecapitainejack.net) or by phone: 438-928-3520

 

“You will learn to your fullest potential. Captain Jack is an outstanding instructor. You will come out of this experience transformed!” — Antoine

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​Includes:

  • Access to the sailboat and navigation from one island to another according to the navigation plan, with Captain;

  • Training ;

  • examination fees;

  • Mandatory contribution to the FICAV (0.35%).

Does not include:​

  • The plane ticket and the transfer to the airport;

  • On-board cash register costs: food, diesel, port and mooring costs: around 200 euros.

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CUSTOM SAILING CRUISE IN THE CARIBBEAN

Are you a group of 4 to 6 people?
Would you like to sail in Martinique? Guadeloupe? Antigua? Saint Lucia? St. Martin? The Grenadines?
7 days, 10 days, or more? It’s possible! Contact Captain Jack directly.

🌊 CONTACT CAPTAIN JACK 🐚

 

Program highlights:

⛵ Memorable sailing through turquoise waters
🏝 Dream anchorages
🌞 Relaxation, swimming, snorkeling, sunsets… and total freedom

Authentic islands, spectacular nature, breathtaking marine life — all aboard a high-end sailing yacht, guided by the experienced Voile Capitaine Jack team.

⛵ You can participate in manoeuvres and gain experience as skipper or crew member.

📞 For more details or to book:
Captain Jack — 438-928-3520

REGISTRATION

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Let the adventure begin!

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