In Cœur de Nacre, our three centres offer high-quality programmes, but some provide specific options tailored to your children’s ages.

Children learn through play, make progress without pressure and gain confidence.

On the programme:

• Jardins des Mers
• Optimist
• Junior dinghy
• Children’s catamaran
• Multi-activity courses
• Supervised paddleboarding & kayaking

These 5-day courses offer a complete and safe immersion experience designed to turn your fear of the open water into a true passion:

• Get comfortable in the water: Water games, supervised swimming, and lagoon workshops to help you feel right at home in the water.

• Learning while having fun: We learn to balance on large group paddleboards, discover the secrets of the wind with kites, and take the helm of a small Optimist dinghy.

• Exploring the marine world: Between sailings, children set out to explore the intertidal zone through beachcombing sessions and sensory workshops designed to help them listen to and understand the sea.

Bonus: Under the guidance of specialized instructors, our budding captains celebrate their achievements on Fridays with a fun, friendly snack time.

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On the agenda:

• The School of Independence: Becoming the sole captain of an Optimist to learn how to master the wind on your own

• Speed for two: Choose the stability of a small catamaran (XS or 10.5) and share the thrill of speed with a friend (offered by all three clubs).

• A group experience: Hop aboard a Ludic, the quintessential group dinghy in Courseulles, to learn how to maneuver as a team.

• Glide across the sand: For those who prefer to zoom along at full speed without leaving dry land, Courseulles offers an introduction to sand yachting for ages 9 and up.

What’s on the workshop agenda:

• Sport Catamaran (S / 12 / 13): This is the ideal boat for learning coordination as a pair. You’ll experience the sensations of heel and speed on responsive boats, available at all three clubs (Luc, Langrune, and Courseulles).

• Windsurfing (Beginners): The perfect challenge to test your balance and gliding skills! An activity offered by all the clubs along the Côte de Nacre to help you master your first gusts of wind.

• Beach Sailing (Advanced): For those who have already discovered the joy of beach sailing, Luc and Courseulles offer a course to help you improve your skills, learn how to trim your sail, and take faster lines across the sand.

• The Multi-Activity Course: An exclusive offering in Courseulles-sur-Mer for those who can’t decide! It’s the perfect way to try a little bit of everything: catamaran sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, or even sand yachting—the program changes every day depending on the weather.

Sailing school in Courseulles-sur-Mer welcomes children in a central location.

The alternate waterway

• It’s every parent’s nightmare: having a session canceled because the sea is too rough. Courseulles is the only club in the area with access to the Seulles River. If the sea is too rough for the younger kids, the session is safely moved to the river. Your children get to practice no matter what.

Modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment

• Modern facilities: With a 900-square-meter building, the club offers proper changing rooms and, most importantly, hot showers after class. It’s the little details that make all the difference in ensuring your child doesn’t end up freezing at the end of the morning.

• Modern equipment: The club replaces its boats on a regular basis (approximately every 3 years). Your children sail in boats that are reliable, lightweight, and designed to fit their body size, which makes learning easier.

A “No-Pressure” Approach to Teaching

• Feedback from parents often highlights the instructors’ patience and empathy. Here, the focus is on personal growth: participants learn to sail, but they also learn to respect nature and understand the weather.
• The club emphasizes teamwork (especially on group boats like the Ludic) rather than pure competition.

The Temple of the Sailboat

• If your child is a bit reluctant to go in the water when it’s cool, Courseulles is the go-to spot in the region for sand yachting. On the vast expanse of Juno Beach, they’ll experience the thrill of speed right away while staying dry (or almost!). It’s a great alternative for those who prefer to stay on dry land.

A commitment to civic engagement and inclusivity

• It also means supporting an organization certified by Norm’Handi. The club is a pioneer in welcoming people from all walks of life. For parents, this means a sailing school with strong human values, where tolerance and mutual support are the watchwords on the dock.

New:

• Spotlight on Sand Yachting: It’s the perfect activity for winter break. You can enjoy the fresh air and the thrill of speed on the sand without getting soaked in cold water. Available starting in February.

• Wetsuits provided: The club is fully equipped to handle cold temperatures, allowing teens and preteens to try water sports from the start of the year in optimal conditions of safety and thermal comfort.

A “Family Spirit” atmosphere

Parents often appreciate the Luc Yacht Club for its family-friendly atmosphere:

• It’s a small, close-knit club where the instructors often know the children by name from one year to the next.

• The welcome is warm, and the clubhouse is a lively hub where you can easily chat with the teaching staff.

The ultimate spot for water sports

If your child is looking for a thrill (windsurfing, wingfoiling), Luc is the place to be:

• Consistent winds: The layout of the seawall and beach often provides ideal wind conditions for windsurfing and new board sports.

• Modern fleet: The club is investing heavily in the latest trends, which is a big draw for teenagers looking for something modern.

A lively and reassuring seawall

For parents, the LYC offers a very convenient setting:

• The immediate proximity to shops and the seawall in Luc-sur-Mer makes it easy to go for a walk or grab a coffee while keeping an eye on the children playing in the water.

• It’s a very lively environment that makes the logistics of drop-off and pick-up much more pleasant.

Versatility

The LYC knows how to keep things interesting. As well as sailing, the club offers:

• Towable tubes: A great way to cap off a week-long camp or celebrate a birthday with friends.

The Catamaran Experts

In Langrune, catamaran sailing is a way of life.

The club has an impressive fleet, ranging from the tiny XS for 7-year-olds to sport catamarans for teenagers.

• Pair sailing: We encourage sailing in pairs, which allows children to make friends right away and learn to work together to handle the sails.

• Thrills guaranteed: These boats are responsive and high-performance, perfect for those who love the feeling of the boat accelerating across the water.

The “Towed Buoy”: The Essence of Fun

If there’s one club where tubing is a real institution, it’s this one.

• It’s the perfect activity to unwind after school or during the holidays.

• Parents love it for birthday parties: laughter and excitement are guaranteed in a safe environment supervised by certified instructors.

A natural and safe spot

Langrune Beach is particularly popular with parents because of its layout:

• Light current: The water is often calmer here, which is very reassuring for beginners and parents watching from the shore.

• The charm of the “Digue Haute”: You can watch your children play from the seawall overlooking the beach, which offers an incredible panoramic view of the boats.

A relaxed and authentic atmosphere

This club is often cited for its “old-fashioned vacation” vibe, yet it features state-of-the-art facilities.

• The welcome is simple, straightforward, and all about enjoying time at sea.

• The club is deeply integrated into village life, which gives it a special character, a far cry from large, impersonal organizations.