Sailing Activity

Our students in grades 5, 6, 7, and 8P have the opportunity to participate in a sailing program in collaboration with the Versoix Nautical Club Sailing School. During five sessions, they sail aboard a boat RS FEVA or an “optimist”, supervised by an experienced instructor. The accent is placed on listening, collaboration, and team cohesion.

 

Each session, which lasts 1h30, is organized around four main areas :

  • Navigation and interpersonal skills : developing relational and behavioral skills ;
  • Navigation and technical skills : controlling sailing maneuvers and techniques ;
  • Safety and regulations : understanding maritime rules and learning how to react to the unexpected ;
  • Environment : raising awareness of the lake’s ecosystem.
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Students develop valuable practical skills such as preparing their boat on their own, adjusting the sails according to the weather, communicating effectively on board, and anticipating and managing risks. They also learn how to respond to difficult weather conditions and understand environmental issues such as lake water warming and its impact on local flora and fauna.

 

The program doesn’t stop there : students who continue their secondary education at La Découverte will continue their training with the goal of obtaining their Category D boating permit at age 14.

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