TOPAZ 14.
Designed to be stable, safe and fun, this dinghy is ideal for teenagers (recommended for ages 12 to 15) who want to master the basics of double-handed sailing and experience the thrill of gliding across the water for the first time.
Recommended age: 12 to 17
Why choose Topaz 14 for your internships?
The Topaz 14 is recognized by the Swiss Sailing Federation for its ergonomics and reliability. It offers the perfect balance between ease of learning and performance.
Technical Specifications for Learning
- Tolerant and Stable: Its wide hull forgives steering and adjustment errors, allowing for frustration-free progress.
- Performance and Fun: Equipped with an asymmetrical spinnaker (optional or advanced level), it allows you to discover speed and advanced maneuvers in a safe manner.
- Perfect for doubles: Our courses teach you how to sail as part of a crew, developing team spirit and communication, two essential skills in sailing.
Topaz 14 Catamaran Courses on Lake Geneva
We offer intensive courses during school holidays as well as year-round classes. Each session is supervised by qualified instructors from CN Crans, guaranteeing high-quality teaching and maximum safety.
On the program for our Topaz 14 camps:
- Introduction: Understanding the wind, adjusting the sails, starts and finishes.
- Improvement: Using the trapeze, hoisting the spinnaker, mastering tacking and jibing.
- Safety: Techniques for righting a capsized boat and compliance with navigation rules on Lake Geneva.
Evolution: Towards the Hobie 16 and beyond (From age 15)
Once they have mastered the basics of Topaz 14, sailors are ready to move up a gear!
Important information: For participants aged 15 and over (and with the required level), the legendary Hobie 16 sports catamaran is available during our sailing camps. This is an opportunity to discover competitive sailing and experience the power and glide of this legendary multihull, a natural transition to autonomy and performance.
Catamaran – Fall Course
CHF 330.00
Catamaran – Camps d’été
Original price was: CHF 550.00.CHF 495.00Current price is: CHF 495.00.
Catamaran – Stages Printemps
Price range: CHF 220.00 through CHF 495.00
Crew: 2 persons (helmsman and crew member)
- Length: 4.25 m
- Width: 2.05 m
- Weight: 110 kg
Gréement
- GV: 9.55 m²
- Jib: 1.95 m²
- Kite: 10.5 m²
2 hulls for twice the fun
The Topaz 14 catamaran is generally recommended for teenagers aged 12 to 15. This boat is perfect for those who have already had some experience with Optimists or for beginners who are comfortable in the water and want to sail in pairs. For ages 15 to 17, we offer the Hobie Cat 16 experience.
Safety is our priority. If conditions on the lake do not allow for safe sailing, our instructors offer theoretical activities at the clubhouse (marine knots, racing rules, weather) or fun activities related to the nautical environment.
No, we offer tailored levels. The “Beginners” courses are designed for novices. If you already have some experience, the “Advanced” level will allow you to quickly improve your skills in using the spinnaker and trapeze.
Access to the Hobie 16 is reserved for participants in our sailing camps who are aged 15 and over and who have demonstrated good control of maneuvers on the Topaz 14 or equivalent. This progression is supervised by our instructors to ensure safety and enjoyment of high-performance sailing.
