Parents: Send your teen to Join us in Brittany next summer for an impact sailing and “worldschooling” expedition on our signature gaff-rig (traditional) yachts
“I had no idea what to expect,
but everything has been better than I could imagine...
Five-star review!””
“As a parent l can say that my daughter’s three weeks with QBE in August 2023 has been the single most remarkable experience of her life. She was lucky to have this opportunity as a teenager. To say that it was a sailing trip does not do justice to her ‘growing up’ experiences... The expression ‘life changing’ can sound like a cliché, but the QBE course brings life changing memories and a whole new perspective on life that the world is indeed as big as their dreams. It was the adventure of a lifetime.””
Next summer, get your teen(s) outside and behind the wheel of one of our classic pilot cutters. We’ll literally show them the ropes as we take them sailing and exploring along the magical coastlines of Brittany and the Channel Islands.
QBE's unique maritime expeditions feature expert gaff-rig sailing instruction, daily cultural and ecosystem discovery, and no small amount of ridiculous fun.
Itineraries include:
Historic sites
Museums
Cultural festivals & attractions
… as well as an opportunity to participate in regattas when opportunity arises and scheduling allows.
In 2023, we welcomed three international crews, including expeditioners from the UK, France, the United States, Croatia, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Norway, Poland, Greece, Canada, Turkey, Switzerland, and New Zealand.
Listen to what some of our 2022 crew members had to say about their QBE expedition experience.
Questions? Want to discuss the advantages of a coming-of-age expeditionary experience? Send us a message or schedule a call.
New skills • new perspectives • new Adrenaline rushes • new confidence
No sailing experience necessary | Staff to student ratio 1:3 | Safety Record: Impeccable