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COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Introduction to Keelboat Cruising (IVQ) course is part of the Quebec Sailing Federation’s curriculum. This course is recommended for those with little or no sailing experience who wish to acquire basic sailing skills, while developing their abilities in a relaxed environment and at their own pace.

IVQ certification

Throughout your course, your instructor will assess your ability to follow instructions as a crew member and to take part in maneuvers aboard the boat. You will also be asked to complete a workbook to assess your understanding of the terminology and concepts involved in this course. Once completed, your instructor will review the answers as a group (or individually if you have booked your course privately). Candidates who achieve a passing grade of 70% or more, and who demonstrate their practical skills consistently throughout the course, will be awarded the Brevet Initiation à la voile sur Quillard. For a detailed description of the certificate and its objectives, please click here.

Sailing area

Lac des Deux-Montagnes is considered an exceptional place to learn to sail. Its vast expanse of water offers a safe and relatively uncrowded environment, allowing beginners to sail in complete safety, while benefiting from variable wind conditions for an enriching learning experience.

Additional information

Courses are given in private (one person), private group (Maximum 3 people) or semi-private (1 to 3 students) and are taught in French. For courses in English, please contact us by phone at 450-472-8042.

The course is given on a 26-foot sailboat (Tanzer 26), and if you wish, we can also give it on your own boat (travel not included, reservation by phone at 450-472-8042).

Lunch is taken on board the boat and is not included. We invite you to bring your own lunch.

At the end of the season, the list of candidates who have passed their Brevet IVQ will be forwarded to the Fédération de voile du Québec, which will issue the stamp to be affixed to your logbook.

For important information to consider before your course, please refer to our document “Important information to know for your course”.

BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1: Book your course

The course takes place aboard a 26-foot Tanzer, named Azimut, an ideal boat for beginners and lasts 2 consecutive days.

Private booking & private group

You have the choice of booking your session privately ($695+tx) or as a private group ($1,125+tx) by forming your own group of 2 or 3 students. Available times are Thursdays/Fridays and Saturdays/Sundays. If you would like to book at other times, please contact us by phone at 450-472-8042 to discuss availability. For private group bookings, select the desired dates, click on “Book Sessions” and change the rate to that of the group before adding the product to your basket. Payment of the deposit (25%) required online must be made by one person only. Final invoices can be split according to your preferences.

Semi-private reservations

It’s also possible to book a place in one of our semi-private groups where you’ll be paired with other students (maximum 3 students).

STEP 2: Sign the online risk acceptance form

Thank you for reviewing the risks associated with your activity and signing the online risk acceptance to make your on-site experience as pleasant and hassle-free as possible.

OPTIONAL: Reading of the book Initiation à la voile croisière

Although Voile Canada’s book “Initiation à la croisière” is not mandatory for this course, it is strongly recommended that you read it beforehand to familiarize yourself with the terminology and maneuvers of the course.

See you on the water!