Become a crew member on an exceptional boat for the duration of an offshore race

Here is the programme of upcoming races:

• Getting started: (24h)

To familiarise yourself with this Volvo 60, we propose that you spend a day (1 day/1 night) on board. Supervised by a professional crew, you will be totally immersed in this ultra-sporty and high-performance yacht. You will be able to put yourself in the shoes of the different crew members SUCH AS grinder, trimmer, etc. So, are you ready to try the adventure?

• ARC:

The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers is a famous transatlantic regatta that brings together sailing enthusiasts from around the world every year. This iconic event allows participants to cross the Atlantic in a fleet, within a well-organized, secure, and friendly framework. The rally takes advantage of the trade winds, steady winds blowing from east to west, offering optimal sailing conditions. The rally starts in Las Palmas (Canary Islands) and finishes in Rodney Bay (St. Lucia). However, we offer you the opportunity to embark a little earlier to complete an initial crossing from Lorient to Las Palmas. This is an ideal stage to get familiar with the boat and get to know your crewmates.

• Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race: (2000 nautical miles)

You are embarking on a long and challenging race. Starting from Cowes (South of England) you will sail around Ireland, Scotland and England. You will face the British and Irish weather with its capricious reputation... This course requires rigour and motivation to cope with difficult sailing conditions. Your sailing experience will be essential to participate in the strategy and define the best route to follow, without neglecting the tides. The Sevenstar is a race for true competitors!

• ArMen Race:

is a renowned offshore race held annually from La Trinité-sur-Mer, in Brittany, France. It takes its name from the famous Ar-Men lighthouse, located at the western end of the Chaussée de Sein, an iconic passage for sailors. This race, both technical and friendly, brings together amateur and professional sailors on a course that passes through emblematic maritime areas, such as the Ar-Men lighthouse, the Île de Sein, Belle-Île, and sometimes even the Île d’Yeu or other areas depending on weather conditions.

• RORC Caribbean 600: (600 nautical miles)

Enter this race that circles 11 Caribbean islands and starts in Antigua. Although the tropical and paradisiacal setting makes the race very attractive, it is nonetheless a real challenge! You'll be sailing between the islands while dealing with the local weather conditions of warm temperatures, trade winds and rough seas. This is the ideal race if you want to combine a change of scenery with the competition.

• Rolex Fastnet Race: (700 nautical miles)

Join us for the famous Rolex Fastnet Race, an international race starting in Cowes and finishing in Cherbourg. It is one of the most famous offshore races in the world with hundreds of boats entered. If you have a keen competitive spirit and are both sporty and a thrill-seeker, then why not take the plunge? This challenge could, in the end, give you a huge sense of achievement...

• Tour of Belle-Île:

Come aboard as a crew member for the latest edition of this race in Quiberon Bay. The day before, spend a discovery day at sea to get your bearings, make friends with the crew and practise manoeuvres. You'll sail around Belle-Île-en-Mer for a day of fun and adventure.

• La Trinité – Cowes (350 nautical miles) & Cowes – Dinard: (150 nautical miles)

Set off on a thrilling race from La Trinité to Cowes, from where you can take part in the famous RORC race: Cowes - Dinard. You can choose to do the outward or return journey or combine the two. If you're feeling competitive, these races are for you!

• Privatisation:

The Volvo 60 is also available for private use for races or other events if you wish. There are no set dates, so please contact us to discuss.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you wish to have more details about a particular race, the boat or any other information.

Photo credits Pierre Bouras & Yvan Zedda