A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Expérience/Coaching SportA BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Expérience/Coaching Sport Novice or do you already have a little experience in water sports in windsurfing, kitesurfing, wakeboarding, catamaran or other and you want to learn to master wingfoil? We offer you a one-week course to make your first edges on foil. In the Vaucluse lagoon, on the Pointe Faula spot, you can enjoy warm waters and a steady trade wind. Our specialist instructors coach you to progress and discover new sensations.THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Nouveauté- A week of training to make your first wings in wingfoil
- A group of 4 riders maximum for personalized coaching
- Progressive support, introduction to wingsurfing, improvement in wing foil
- All inclusive courses, accommodation, catering, equipment and supervision
- Free time to enjoy Martinique
- Nautical base 10 minutes away by bike, on the Pointe Faula spot
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Nouveauté- A week of training to make your first wings in wingfoil
- A group of 4 riders maximum for personalized coaching
- Progressive support, introduction to wingsurfing, improvement in wing foil
- All inclusive courses, accommodation, catering, equipment and supervision
- Free time to enjoy Martinique
- Nautical base 10 minutes away by bike, on the Pointe Faula spot
Included
- Full board accommodation and catering
- Wingfoil equipment during supervised sessions
- 5 wingsurf/wingfoil sessions with instructor
- The entertainment of the evenings
- Bike available
Not Included
- Activities during free time
- The options discovered
- Accessories (lycras, slippers, cords, glasses, etc.)
- Drinks at the bar.
On option
- Accommodation for 2 in a double room with separate beds
- Accommodation for 2 in a couple room
- Kitesurfing 5 sessions
- Martinique Country Discovery Day Option
- Option Day at the Anses d'Arlet beaches
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
If you took the UCPA flight: arrival in the afternoon at Aimé Césaire airport, transfer by bus to the sports village.
If you travel by your own means, you can take advantage of the UCPA transfer from the airport depending on the seats available, only on the same schedule as UCPA flights - Price €21 per trip. (Optional directly from the UCPA du Vaucluse)
During your stay
You start with a few introductory sessions on windsurfing boards.
Once you manage well on a large board, the objective is to successfully take off on wingfoil boards. Depending on the conditions, you can train on a wingfoil board while being towed by boat.
The objective of this week is to allow you to make your first waves in wing foil.
Day 7: Free day: ideal for visiting Martinique.
In addition to your program, you can choose (activities with supplement on site):
- Rent a car to visit Martinique and enjoy the superb beaches of the south: Plage des Salines, le Diamant, Anse Figuier Anses d'Arlet... (We advise you to rent a car in advance to guarantee availability, do not forget your driver's license.
- Take advantage of the activities of the nautical base: wakeboarding, catamaran, windsurfing, kitesurfing (optional for a fee on site), beach kayak, stand-up-paddle (free provision).
Go on an excursion, to discover the island, options to be booked on site or online with your stay:
-> Martinique Country discovery day option: departure from the center of Vaucluse early in the morning to visit the farm of a local farmer and tasting of local products depending on the season. Then head to the east coast of the island to discover the Didier waterfall, one of the most famous on the island. Short swim, then return to the vehicle to go up by the magnificent road of the track to Saint Pierre. Picnic on the village beach, then head again to the east coast of the island with a stop at the Saint James rum factory, visit Tombolo (depending on the season), pass by Saint Marie and return to the center after a busy day around 6 pm.
-> Day option at Anses d'Arlet Plages: departure from the center of Vaucluse at 9 am and return at the end of the day. Day to discover the famous beaches, visit Grande Anse or Plage du Bout to see turtles and tropical fish, snorkeling enthusiasts you will be in paradise! Lunch not included, you will find numerous beach restaurants on site that can serve you local specialties.
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Last day
Check out between 9:00 and 11:30.
Day 9 - Arrival in the morning Paris time
SPOT
Faula Point in Martinique
Le Vaucluse, the exceptional spot for water sports in Martinique
Faula Point will make you dream! A lagoon with warm and transparent water, shallow areas for a flat body of water, regular trade winds, and a magnificent view of the lush vegetation of Martinique and its mangrove. The spot is ideal for progressing and adapted to all levels. Between the coral reef and 400m of white sand and coconut beaches, the turquoise lagoon offers a playground adapted to all nautical supports.
Hosting
Le Vaucluse sports village
The sports village overlooks Vaucluse Bay and the Pointe Faula spot. You will appreciate the ideal conditions of the lagoon on this renowned spot with constant winds, 28° water and beaches under coconut trees.
Nautical base on the Pointe Faula spot, 5 minutes by bike from your accommodation
Rooms for 3 people with bathrooms and loggias.
(Possibility of accommodation for 2 with supplement)
Bath towels included
The centre's equipment
- Table tennis, beach volleyball, petanque, table football.
- Bicycles available.
- Nautical base on the Pointe Faula spot 10 minutes away by bike.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Sports equipment provided by the UCPA:
Wing surf/wing foil equipment.
Vest and helmet.
Possibility to take out a “material breakage” guarantee on site.
Equipment Included
Sports equipment provided by the UCPA:
Wing surf/wing foil equipment.
Vest and helmet.
You will be responsible for this equipment, in case of deterioration the repair costs will be at your expense.
Possibility to take out a “material breakage” guarantee on site.
Equipment not included
- A long-sleeved anti-UV lycra.
- Boating slippers to protect your feet from pebbles or corals or old sneakers, to go in the water.
- Volley knee pads to protect yourself from knee irritation.
- Eyeglass clips.
- Tennis-type sports shoes for walking, playing volleyball, etc.
- A small leisure backpack (25l).
- A flask.
- A windbreaker.
- A sun cream with an index greater than 50.
- A small padlock for your cloakroom.
- For your comfort: a small pharmacy against injuries, personal medications, anti-mosquito products.
Watch out for the sun! Bring at least one long-sleeved T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps), face and lip creams, not to mention your swimsuit.
Remember nothing, as you may not find what you are missing on site.
Equipment not included
- A long-sleeved anti-UV lycra.
- Boating slippers to protect your feet from pebbles or corals or old sneakers, to go in the water.
- Boating gloves against blisters.
- Volley knee pads to protect yourself from knee irritation.
- Eyeglass clips.
- Tennis-type sports shoes for walking, playing volleyball, etc.
- A small leisure backpack (25l).
- A flask.
- A windbreaker.
- A sun cream with an index greater than 50.
- A small padlock for your cloakroom.
- For your comfort: a small pharmacy against injuries, personal medications, anti-mosquito products.
Watch out for the sun! Bring at least one long-sleeved T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps), face and lip creams, not to mention your swimsuit.
Remember nothing, as you may not find what you are missing on site.
formalities administratives
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
formalities administratives
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
Address and access
UCPA Vaucluse sports village:
Chateau Paille - 97280 Le Vaucluse - Martinique
Tél.: 00 (596) 5 96 74 33 68 - Nautical base: 00 (596) 5 96 74 21 90
Address and access
For information, a taxi between the airport and UCPA will cost you around 70 euros per trip there or back, and you will have to pay for it most often in cash (checks rarely accepted). At the airport, car rental options.
UCPA Vaucluse sports village:
Chateau Paille - 97280 Le Vaucluse - Martinique
Tél.: 00 (596) 5 96 74 33 68 - Nautical base: 00 (596) 5 96 74 21 90
Physical intensity
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Technical level - Already done
Level of expertise
Technical level - Already done
You have one or two weeks of practice and have acquired a minimum degree of experience and mastery.
Restauration
Caribbean tradition obliges: from breadfruit to colombo to white meat.
Everything is homemade with local products and preferably in a short and seasonal circuit.
Restauration
Caribbean tradition obliges: from breadfruit to colombo to white meat.
Everything is homemade with local products and preferably in a short and seasonal circuit.
Management
Management
Important information
Don't forget your driver's license.
What if you extended your stay in the Antilles? Spend a second week in Vaucluse (see our programs in 15 days), discover the north of Martinique thanks to our sports village of Saint Pierre, or even the archipelago of Saintes in Guadeloupe (UCPA sports village in Les Saintes)
For multi-destination transfers, UCPA takes care of everything! Call 3260 or go to an agency.
Important information
Don't forget your driver's license.
Attention, the conditions are constantly changing, we advise you to find out before your departure on the official website of Martinique: www.martinque.gouv.fr and to check the instructions of your airline.
What if you extended your stay in the Antilles? Spend a second week in Vaucluse (see our programs in 15 days), discover the north of Martinique thanks to our sports village of Saint Pierre, or even the archipelago of Saintes in Guadeloupe (UCPA sports village in Les Saintes)
For multi-destination transfers, UCPA takes care of everything! Call 3260 or go to an agency.
Transport
For any departure until the end of March, transport will take place from Paris on the following time ranges:
Departure Orly between 11:00 and 13:00/Arrival Fort de France between 15:00 and 17:00
Return to Fort de France between 17:00 and 19:00/Arrival Orly between 07:00 and 09:00 the next day
Please note that this information is provided for information purposes only and may be subject to change.
The schedule of provincial departures will be communicated to you when you confirm your flight. Attention, depending on availability, departures from provinces may take place by train.
Transport
On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight is 23kg in the hold, and up to 12kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).
For any departure until the end of March, transport will take place from Paris on the following time ranges:
Departure Orly between 11:00 and 13:00/Arrival Fort de France between 15:00 and 17:00
Return to Fort de France between 17:00 and 19:00/Arrival Orly between 07:00 and 09:00 the next day
Please note that this information is provided for information purposes only and may be subject to change.
The schedule of provincial departures will be communicated to you when you confirm your flight. Attention, depending on availability, departures from provinces may take place by train.
formalities
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis
formalities
https://www.ucpa.com/ucpa-et-vous/formulaire-apis